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Life on the Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the richest and most complex natural ecosystems on earth - home to a stunning array of animals, from microscopic plankton to 100-ton whales. The three-part series presents a unique and fresh angle on Australia's greatest natural icon, seen through the eyes of those who live, work, and play in this natural wonderland.

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Cast & Crew See All

Rupert Reid
Narrator
Mark Read
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Ranger
Paddy Caldwell
Diving Instructor

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Episode #1.1

56 mins

View the reef as tourists enjoy the perfect weather, humpback whales give birth and fire destroys a luxury yacht. On the most protected island in Australia, 20,000 green sea turtles return to the biggest reptilian breeding colony on Earth.

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Awards

  • 2015 - ASE Award - Best Editing in Television Factual - nominated
  • 2016 - Emmy - Outstanding Cinematography: Documentary and Long Form - nominated
  • 2015 - AACTA Award - Best Cinematography in a Documentary - winner
  • 2015 - AACTA Award - Best Sound in a Documentary - nominated

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