The iconic Ningaloo Reef is experiencing a widespread coral bleaching event, believed to be caused by an ongoing marine heatwave along the Western Australian coast.

Coral bleaching occurs when polyps that make up the colony become stressed, generally due to increased temperatures.

We spoke with Dr James Gilmour from the Australian Institute for Marine Science, who has over twenty years of experience with corals and coral bleaching. You'll also hear from Paul Gamblin from the Australian Marine Conservation Society, who is calling on the WA government to take urgent action to protect the reef. 

The iconic Ningaloo Reef is experiencing a widespread coral bleaching event, believed to be caused by an ongoing marine heatwave along the Western Australian coast.
Coral bleaching occurs when polyps that make up the colony become stressed, generally due to increased temperatures.
We spoke with Dr James Gilmour from the Australian Institute for Marine Science, who has over twenty years of experience with corals and coral bleaching. You'll also hear from Paul Gamblin from the Australian Marine Conservation Society, who is calling on the WA government to take urgent action to protect the reef.&nbsp;

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TuneFM brings you thoughtful conversations with leading researchers and experts, unpacking today's most pressing issues through a solutions-focused lens.  Broadcasting from Australia's oldest university broadcaster at the University of New England, we continue our proud tradition of engaging public discourse that began in 1970.
Each week, we dive deep into current events and emerging research with UNE's brightest minds and experts from the community.  From climate adaptation to social policy, our guests offer evidence-based insights and constructive approaches to today's challenges.  As part of CBAA's Newshub network, TuneFM's work helps these vital conversations reach audiences across Australia's through National Radio News and The Wire.
Join us as we build on TuneFM's legacy of meaningful dialogue and positive change, bringing academic expertise to bear on the questions that matter most to our community.  Listen wherever you get your podcasts or tune in through TuneFM, UNE's student powered radio.
Brought to you by UNE Life. All music licensed through APRA AMCOS.

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