Specializes in the conduct and evaluation of weathering tests and durability studies.

Undertakes a program of research and development, training and extension, to expand Reef-based industries and provide information for better science-based management and decision making.

Undertaking research to quantify and predict the impact of land degradation on and off-site and to develop sustainable land management systems.

The Aquarium is both tourist attraction and education centre. A wide range of programs with great educational and entertainment value.

Information on the services offered by Tevene'i Marine, a Coral Reef Education and Eco-tourism business based on Magnetic Island in the Great Barrier Reef.

Was held in Townsville July 12 - 14, 2000. Pre- and post- conference field trips will be organised to visit nearby fossil beds of ancient reefs and to the Great Barrier Reef.