Scientists

Jock Mackenzie

Wetlands Program Manager Read more

Dr David Bourne

Recovery of the Great Barrier Reef Principal Investigator Read more

Professor Michael Mahony

Australia’s Vanishing Frogs Principal Investigator Read more

Frazer McGregor

Project Manta Ningaloo Reef Principal Investigator Read more

Professor Steve Smith

Turning the Tide on Plastic Pollution in Bali Principal Investigator Read more

Dr Peter Cale

Ecosystems of the Murray River & Mallee Principal Investigator Read more

Dr Peter Macreadie

Blue Carbon: Counteracting Climate Change Principal Investigator Read more

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Student Challenge

Students can apply for full scholarships to participate in week-long research expeditions held during school holidays.
Living Melbourne
Protecting Wetlands for the Future
Tidal Wetlands Program

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Save the Reef and Oceans

From biodiversity and food supply to the livelihoods of millions, so much depends on our oceans. Coral reefs are home to one quarter of all life in the oceans, and provide humans with immense benefits such as coastal protection, fisheries, and tourism.
Global Impact

Earthwatch is committed globally to inspiring action for a net positive impact on the environment.
Plastic Pollution Solutions

By 2050 it is predicted there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish. We need to act now to stop plastics entering our oceans and we can't do it without your support.
Recovery of the Great Barrier Reef

Help Earthwatch scientists in active recovery efforts on and around Magnetic Island on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
Why It Matters

The global climate crisis is the most pressing environmental challenge humanity now faces. Earthwatch can help you be a part of the solution and together we can keep ahead of climate change.
Protect our Unique Wildlife

Australia is renowned for its unique wildlife, with more than 70% of our species found nowhere else on earth. We can stop the decline of our wildlife by helping people reconnect with nature.
Save the Bees

Global honey bee populations are decreasing at an alarming rate. To understand and prevent colony collapse, Earthwatch is putting tiny ‘backpacks’ on our bee friends to find out more about them.
Expedition Team Leader

Do you have a passion for science, biodiversity and education? We are looking for an Expedition Team Leader for our Bush Blitz Expedition at Fowlers Bay.
ClimateWatch

ClimateWatch is the first continental-scale project in the southern hemisphere to study plant and animal life cycle events, and enables every Australian to collect and record data that will shape our scientific response to climate change.
Teacher Resources

From Grade 1 Schoolyard Safaris, to Citizen Science for Grades 7 and 8, take advantage of our free project and lesson plans for teachers, as well as other resources.

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