Dive into the Reef summer snapshot 2022-23
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 11 May 2023
The Great Barrier Reef saw mild 2022–23 summer conditions, with only minor bleaching, some flood impacts, and starfish outbreaks. Relief allows coral recovery, but climate change remains the Reef’s greatest long-term threat.
Keywords: Great Barrier Reef, coral bleaching, floods, starfish outbreaks, recovery
CSIRO confirms location of MV Blythe Star shipwreck, ending 50-year mystery
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 15 May 2023
CSIRO’s RV Investigator confirmed the wreck of MV Blythe Star, lost in 1973 off Tasmania. Found intact at 150 m depth, the discovery solves a 50-year mystery and highlights its role in shaping maritime safety laws in Australia.
Keywords: MV Blythe Star, shipwreck, Tasmania, RV Investigator, maritime safety, heritage, closure
A new model to monitor Atlantic Salmon farming in Storm Bay
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 16 May 2023
CSIRO and FRDC developed a digital twin model of Tasmania’s Storm Bay to simulate circulation, nutrients, and salmon farm impacts. The tool supports sustainable aquaculture, ecosystem management, and informed decision-making.
Keywords: Storm Bay, CSIRO, FRDC, digital twin, water quality, salmon farming, aquaculture management
