All About the Bay Research

Next event date: Wednesday, 04 March 2026 | 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM

Victoria’s marine habitats – what we have, what we have lost, and how we are getting it back.

Presenters: Prof. Tim Dempster, Laney Callahan, Rick Verkooijen

Deakin Marine Scientific Research and Innovation Centre

Victorians love our coasts and bays, particularly in summer where we stream out across its shores. But what we see now beneath the waves has changed dramatically over the past 100 years. Many species, such as kelp, oysters and seagrasses that formed extensive underwater reefs and forests are in steep decline, and the ecosystem has shifted to simpler states with less biodiversity. But there is hope – we have discovered new ways to recover these lost habitats and teams are rapidly rolling out restoration programs.

This talk will cover Victoria’s unique marine biodiversity, the habitats we have lost and give insights into the teams of managers, indigenous ranger groups and scientists who are restoring our marine estate.

2.00 – 3.30 pm Gil Allbutt Boat Shed – Queenscliffe Maritime Museum

Cost $20 / Museum Members $15 BOOK ONLINE

 

 

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Gil Allbutt Boat Shed - Queenscliffe Maritime Museum, 2 Wharf St, Queenscliff, 3225, View map