by Michelle Barry | Oct 14, 2026 | Blog, Caring for the Reef, Reef Information
Reef Science For a few nights each year, the corals of the Great Barrier Reef spawn together in the dark. Here is when coral spawning happens, our team’s predicted dates for 2026, and how you can see the result on the water the next day. The short version Our...
by Michelle Barry | Oct 8, 2026 | Caring for the Reef, Reef Information, Wildlife
Caring for the Reef Small, bright, usually in pairs, and almost always eating. Butterflyfish are the reef fish scientists count when they want to know how the coral is doing, and the reason is in their mouths. Most people notice butterflyfish on their first snorkel...
by Michelle Barry | Aug 25, 2026 | Blog, Reef Information
El Niño is back. The Bureau of Meteorology confirmed on 11 August 2026 that a strong El Niño is firmly established in the tropical Pacific and is still intensifying, with the event expected to last into autumn 2027. For the Great Barrier Reef, that makes...
by Michelle Barry | May 22, 2026 | Blog, Local Activites, Local Activities, Reef Information
Great Barrier Reef from Cairns: Why Visit Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island with Sunlover A Great Barrier Reef from Cairns day is one of the most rewarding ways to experience Tropical North Queensland because it gives visitors direct access to reef, island and blue-water...
by Michelle Barry | Apr 15, 2026 | Activities, Blog, Reef Information
Discover the Allure of Fitzroy Island: Australia's Unique Beach Gem Explore Fitzroy Island Australia's Iconic Coastline A Journey Through Australia's Beach Culture Australia’s coastline is a tapestry of natural beauty, stretching over 25,000 kilometers and...
by Michelle Barry | Mar 16, 2026 | Blog, Education, Reef Information, Sustainability
What Are Master Reef Guides? Meet Sunlover Reef Cruises’ Master Reef Guides At Sunlover Reef Cruises, we want every Great Barrier Reef experience to feel inspiring, memorable and informative. That is why we are proud to have Master Reef Guides within our team. Master...
