Great Barrier Reef Aquarium Redevelopment and Marine Life Relocation
Sector: Advanced Electronics • Location: Townsville, Queensland, Australia
Source: Colitco
The Great Barrier Reef Aquarium in Townsville is undergoing a $180 million redevelopment project including the record-breaking relocation of 5.5 tonnes of marine life to the Australian Institute of Marine Science's National Sea Simulator. The project involves complex animal care, transportation, and facility upgrades, with a planned reopening in 2029.
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Advanced Electronics, Government
- Location
- Townsville, Queensland, Australia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Colitco
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Description | The Great Barrier Reef Aquarium in Townsville is undergoing a $180 million redevelopment project including the record-breaking relocation of 5.5 tonnes of marine life to the Australian Institute of Marine Science's National Sea Simulator. The project involves complex animal care, transportation, and facility upgrades, with a planned reopening in 2029. |
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Country | Australia |
State | Queensland |
City | Townsville |
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Sector | Advanced Electronics, Government |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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