World Oceans Day 2016: Five studies showing effect of plastic pollution on world’s seas
World Oceans Day 2016 is marked on 8 June and this year’s theme is Healthy Oceans, Healthy Planet. The aim of the day is to promote the prevention of plastic pollution in the world’s seas and to encourage people to take more responsibility for the care of the ocean.
Disappearing beaches: a line in the sand
The forces chewing away at the nation’s beaches are only getting worse as climate change fuels rising seas.
The Great Barrier Reef: a catastrophe laid bare
Australia’s natural wonder is in mortal danger. Bleaching caused by climate change has killed almost a quarter of its coral this year and many scientists believe it could be too late for the rest. Using photographs and new data, a Guardian special report investigates how the reef has been devastated – and what can be done to save it.
Collaroy Beach loses 50 metres after Australia storm
Sydney’s Collaroy Beach has narrowed by up to 50m following a massive storm that hit Australia’s east coast.