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Latest stories
Supporting First Nations students in marine management
Sea Country Connections, February 2024
The Reef Authority's education team is proud to partner with James Cook University (JCU) for the 'Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders in Marine Science' (ATSIMS) Program—an outreach initiative providing First Nations Year 10 students in North Queensland with opportunities to engage in marine science, marine management and Sea Country stewardship.
Students embrace marine science learning
Monday, 18 December 2023
JCU’s Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders in Marine Science (ATSIMS) team was excited to host Bwgcolman Community School students over to Orpheus Island and Townsville.
Grants to boost Queensland’s science engagement
Tuesday, 11 July 2023
The grants aim to inspire more students to study STEM subjects, promote STEM careers and increase community awareness of science in Queensland.
Students strengthen connections with marine world
Monday, 19 June 2023
Almost 90 local First Nations high school students have been given a taste of the wonderful world of marine science after graduating from a James Cook University program.
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