History of Reef Biosearch

Reef Biosearch, the pioneering environmental division of the Quicksilver Group, was founded in March 1986 - in an era before the term "ecotourism" was even spawned.

Originally the brainchild of marine biologist Wendy Morris, Reef Biosearch's aim from day one has been to combine tourism, education and research. In the early days, this was by way of providing an educational slideshow to passengers and chatting to them about the reef. All these years later our guiding philosophy remains the same; environmental awareness and conservation starts with education.

Today, the Reef Biosearch team of over 20 university educated marine biologists, and Master Reef Guides, spans the company's Port Douglas and Cairns based tourism operations. While we focus on research, conservation and education initiatives as core operational objectives, the team are dedicated to turning the ocean into an engaging classroom, educating guests about this magnificent watery wonderland. Education is also a powerful conservation tool and we hope that each and every visitor leaves us as ambassadors for reef protection.

Our Team

Heather

Manager Reef Biosearch - Port Douglas
Master Reef Guide

Growing up on the northwest coast of the US, I didn't have tropical reefs in my backyard. Instead, there was a resident population of orcas, and I became obsessed with learning about them as a child.

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Growing up on the northwest coast of the US, I didn’t have tropical reefs in my backyard. Instead, there was a resident population of orcas, and I became obsessed with learning about them as a child.

My introduction to conservation and activism hit movie screens in 1993 with a film called Free Willy, and my affinity for orcas grew into a desire to protect the ocean and to one day become a marine biologist.”

Studying in Western Washington, Heather received her degree in 2007 and began working as a Naturalist for a whale-watching operator and the Education Director for the Marine Mammal Stranding Network. Between seal rehabilitation and performing necropsies (animal autopsies) on whales, you could find her guest lecturing in classrooms and public venues. In 2010, she joined the organisation Dolphin Project to help research and document dolphin hunting and the live capture trade. Her travels abroad eventually led her to Australia, to explore the Great Barrier Reef.

“I was so mesmerised by the reef that I’ve stayed, working on or alongside the GBR since 2012. These days, along with working at Quicksilver, I’m also on the Education Committee for the Society for Marine Mammalogy. Education is one of my core passions, and my favourite part of being a reef guide is seeing the excitement people get when learning about the varied marine life. Importantly, my own education continues as well, most recently studying Antarctic and climate science at the University of Tasmania.”

Dr Glen

Marine Biologist
Master Reef Guide

After receiving his Ph.D. in Zoology in 1984, Glen took up a position as a Research Fellow for the Australian National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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After receiving his Ph.D. in Zoology in 1984 Glen took up a position as a Research Fellow for the Australian National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Based in Cairns, his research focused on the population ecology and reproductive biology of sea snakes. Glen commenced a long association with Quicksilver as one of our Marine Biologists in 1989, an association which he enjoys to this day.

Over the past 40 years Glen has traveled extensively, sailing across the Pacific and back again, another year sailing across the Indian Ocean from Thailand to Madagascar, another year in South America and another in South East Asia. Glen lived and worked in Florida for 5 years teaching Marine Biology and Environmental Science, and for 12 years he taught the Tropical Marine Science Program for Long Island University bringing American university students to Australia to study the ecology of the Great Barrier Reef. He has lectured at the University of Long Island in New York and is the author of several scientific articles.

During his extensive travels Glen has sought to gain a perspective on human impacts affecting tropical marine ecosystems around the world. His work aims to help conserve coral reefs by examining sustainable uses for coral reef systems and then promoting the adoption of these practices through education. Glen is passionate supporter of educational eco-tourism and was selected to be in the first cohort of the Master Reef Guides Program developed by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority in 2018. Glen has been a leader in the development and expansion of Quicksilver’s Coral Nurture programme, propogating heat tolerant corals in an effort to increase the resilience of our local coral reefs to climate change. These days he continues his work as one of Quicksilver’s team of onboard Marine Biologists and although he is “heading towards retirement” he reckons “why stop, when you’re having fun!”

Alicia

Marine Biologist
Master Reef Guide

Alicia has loved all things ocean since she was five years old, when she received a book on marine sea creatures for Christmas.

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Alicia has loved all things ocean since she was five years old, when she received a book on marine sea creatures for Christmas.

She fell in love with learning about marine life and has wanted to be a Marine Biologist ever since! Alicia went on to study Marine Biology at Deakin University in Warrnambool, braving the chilly Southern Ocean waters, but it was a study abroad exchange to Hawaii that she really fell in love with tropical environments, especially the importance of coral reef systems. Alicia completed her Honours in Marine Science at Murdoch University in Perth, and from her research she found how important marine interpretation and education was for the general public.

Alicia has been working on the Great Barrier Reef for Quicksilver Cruises since 2019, and she really enjoys talking to the various visitors that come to the reef. She finds that no matter how far or wide people have travelled, people really do want to learn more about the health and state of the reef and she takes great pride and joy in educating and informing everyone that passes through her tour on the importance of the reef, and how they can make a difference.

Lucy-Rose

Marine Biologist
Master Reef Guide

Lucy has always had a strong love for the ocean, but the experience of visiting a sea turtle conservation site in Vanuatu encouraged her to study Marine and Conservation Science at university.

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Lucy has always had a strong love for the ocean, but the experience of visiting a sea turtle conservation site in Vanuatu encouraged her to study Marine and Conservation Science at university.

Through her studies she participated in tagging and monitoring nesting sea turtles in Papua New Guinea, and is an advocate for marine conservation in all that she does.

She also has a strong background in marine mammal science, having published a paper on humpback whales genetics from Ningaloo Reef, and having worked as a whale/dolphin watching tour guide in Broome. Since working on the Great Barrier Reef, Lucy loves the variety in marine life she gets to experience every day and loves to share her enthusiasm for the marine environment with others. She hopes to continue conducting surveys of reef health for marine parks and aims to inspire others to care for their marine environment.

Jade

Marine Biologist

Growing up in Western Australia, Jade was always fascinated by the ocean and its incredible biodiversity.

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Growing up in Western Australia, Jade was always fascinated by the ocean and its incredible biodiversity.

Her curiosity and love for the marine environment only deepened, as she spent countless hours searching tide pools, observing marine creatures, and learning about their behaviours. She was drawn to the idea of exploring and protecting the fragile ecosystems that existed beneath the waves.

This passion led her to pursue a career in marine biology where she completed multiple studies at the Fremantle Maritime Training College and James Cook University. She has had the privilege of working with various organisations and research teams throughout her career, gaining a solid foundation in educating, conserving and raising awareness about the importance of our oceans.

Today, as a marine biologist, Jade feels privileged to be able to contribute to the preservation of these precious ecosystems and to inspire others to care for our oceans as much as she does!

Hayley

Marine Biologist
Master Reef Guide

Hayley fell in love with the Great Barrier Reef the first time she saw it. her first visit to the Great Barrier Reef was on board Quicksilver Cruises in Port Douglas at just 7 years old.

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Hayley fell in love with the Great Barrier Reef the first time she saw it. Her first visit to the Great Barrier Reef was on board Quicksilver Cruises in Port Douglas at just 7 years old.

This sparked overwhelming emotions leaving her with an unforgettable ‘mermaid like’ buzz. Growing up the feeling never left; inspiring Hayley to complete a Masters Degree in Marine Biology and become a published scientist.

Hayley is a part-time mermaid with Quicksilver Cruises, travelling to Quicksilver’s pontoon at Agincourt Reef and Low Isles off Port Douglas. The same Reefs that inspired her life story. Full-time, Hayley is a researcher with Tropwater based at James Cook University monitoring the health of seagrass meadows along the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park as part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Marine Monitoring Program.

“Every day, I am still amazed by the Reef’s natural beauty. Every day, I am still curious to learn more. The mermaid-buzz never disappears when your office is the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. I feel incredible lucky to work on the Great Barrier Reef, and will forever want to protect it.”

Ben

Marine Biologist

Ben's first book was a fish Identification book and he has been somewhat obsessed with all things aquatic ever since.

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Ben’s first book was a fish Identification book and he has been somewhat obsessed with all things aquatic ever since.

A childhood that involved attempts at snorkelling in the bathtub and annoying all with fish talk has now turned into a career with lots of snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef and annoying all with fish talk. After a BSc in Marine Biology and Environmental Science at James Cook University, Ben has worked as a Marine Biologist, Expedition Leader and Education Officer and loves looking after people whilst exploring the environment. Ben has mostly been found lurking on or under the waters near Port Douglas since 1999, and has spent enough time hanging out with fish they may now think of him as one of their own kind.

Aoife

Marine Biologist

Aoife is from Ireland and has always been incredibly passionate about wildlife and the natural world. When choosing which college degree to do, it was an easy decision for her to study Zoology in Dublin.

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Aoife is from Ireland and has always been incredibly passionate about wildlife and the natural world. When choosing which college degree to do, it was an easy decision for her to study Zoology in Dublin. After graduating, she began working as a zookeeper at Dublin Zoo. Aoife then moved from hands-on animal care to the broader world of ecology, working across Ireland and the UK as a terrestrial ecologist with AECOM.

Aoife’s love of travel took her passion overseas, and she began volunteering and working as a research assistant with NGO’s like Sharklife Conservation in Sodwana Bay, South Africa, and Archelon, The Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece in Crete. Aoife discovered scuba diving and swam with sharks for the first time in South Africa and after this, she made the decision to leave Ireland and become a professional scuba diver. She did a conservation divemaster internship with Indo Ocean Project in Nusa Penida, Indonesia where she became a divemaster and research diver. With these new qualifications and a desire to educate and inspire others, Aoife was drawn to the Great Barrier Reef. These days, she calls Port Douglas home, where she combines her love of sharks, conservation, and ocean education.

Noelle

Marine Biologist

Growing up, Noelle loved animals, but when her family moved to California, the ocean felt cold, sticky, and distant. Her love for tropical ecosystems, however, developed after a trip to Costa Rica where she visited a sloth rehabilitation facility and learned about the threat habitat loss poses to wildlife.

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Growing up, Noelle loved animals, but when her family moved to California, the ocean felt cold, sticky, and distant. Her love for tropical ecosystems, however, developed after a trip to Costa Rica where she visited a sloth rehabilitation facility and learned about the threat habitat loss poses to wildlife. It inspired her to go to university in Hawaii to study biology with an emphasis in conservation and ecology, conducting field research in protected habitats to observe ecosystem recovery.

Noelle graduated from university and decided to travel – she found herself drawn to coastal towns and eventually took up scuba diving. Through continued exploration and studies, she gained a deeper understanding of marine ecosystems. She observed the vast species diversity and the complex interactions between organisms that support reef resilience. She finally appreciated the critical role coral reefs play in supporting marine biodiversity, coastal protection, and even terrestrial life. This knowledge and connection sparked Noelle's enchantment with marine conservation.

Noelle feels incredibly lucky to work for Quicksilver, not only participating in their ocean protection efforts and conducting surveys of reef health for marine parks, but also helping inspire visitors of the GBR to relate to the life they see.

Kaylee

Marine Biologist
Master Reef Guide

Aoife is from Ireland and has always been incredibly passionate about wildlife and the natural world. When choosing which college degree to do, it was an easy decision for her to study Zoology in Dublin.

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Kaylee is a marine biologist whoe passion for the ocean began growing up in the small coastal town of Agnes Water/1770. Spending much of her childhood on and in the water, she developed a deep curiosity for life beneath the surface, inspiring a career dedicated to understanding, protecting and sharing marine environments.

She pursued this passion through a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Wildlife and Marine Biology at Griffith University. Alongside her studies, Kaylee gained extensive hands-on experience by volunteering on a range of marine research projects, including newborn humpback whale studies, seagrass and turtle monitoring, green turtle diet analysis, oyster reef restoration, AI fish identification and shark tagging. She also worked on whale watching vessels and at the Tangalooma Wrecks, further strengthening her practical knowledge of marine ecosystems.

Kaylee's journey led her to Quicksilver Cruises in Port Douglas, where she now works as a marine biologist and deckhand at Agincourt Reef and Low Isles. Through snorkel tours, live commentary and semi-submersible experiences, she shares her enthusiasm for the Great Barrier Reef, inspiring guests to appreciate and help protect this extraordinary natural wonder.

Phil

Environment & Compliance Manager - Master Reef Guide

For as long as Phil can remember, the world below the surface of the water has fascinated him.

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For as long as Phil can remember, the world below the surface of the water has fascinated him.

As a child growing up in Cairns, it was not a surprise that Phil’s love and fascination for the underwater world would eventually steer his life down the path of Marine Biology. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science from James Cook University. His early years of employment included a Curatorial role at an Oceanarium along with various tour guide roles out of Cairns and Port Douglas.

Then in 2001, Phil was appointed the Operations Manager for The Dolphin Discovery Centre, a Marine Conservation organisation with a focus on the lives of a wild population of Bottlenose Dolphins in Bunbury, Western Australia.

The Centre provided an amazing opportunity for Phil to continue his enthusiasm for tour guiding through a number of interactive dolphin experiences, however the development of the Centre’s research, education and conservation initiatives was by far the motivation that kept him employed there for almost 20 years.

Since he returned home to Cairns in 2019, Phil has re-connected with the Great Barrier Reef and now heads the Reef Biosearch team of marine biologists for the Quicksilver Group’s Cairns reef experiences.

Bekki

Reef Education and Biology Manager - Master Reef Guide

Bekki grew up on a farm in country Victoria, very far from the ocean, but was obsessed with all marine life from a very young age.

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Bekki grew up on a farm in regional Victoria, far from the ocean, yet developed a strong passion for marine life from a young age.

Bekki holds a Bachelor of Environmental Science (Marine Biology) from Deakin University in Warrnambool and a Postgraduate Diploma of Tropical Marine Biology from James Cook University. Her early career included working in cold-water diving environments in Victoria before relocating to North Queensland to pursue tropical marine science.

She has extensive international experience through volunteering and professional roles, including working with great white sharks in South Africa, coral restoration and marine conservation projects in Mauritius, and five years living and working in the Maldives as a resident marine biologist at a luxury resort. Her work included snorkeling and dive guiding, coral restoration, turtle and manta ray identification, educational presentations, and support of a turtle rehabilitation centre.

In 2022, Bekki joined the Reef BioSearch team at Great Adventures, fulfilling a long-standing goal to work on the Great Barrier Reef. She now serves as Reef BioSearch Manager and Marine Education Coordinator, leading an inspiring team of marine biologists and delivering high-quality reef interpretation and education experiences. She is passionate about mentoring her team and fostering meaningful connections between people and the reef. As Reef Education Coordinator, she works with schools across Queensland, Australia, and internationally, at the Green Island Living Classroom, delivering curriculum-linked education and highlighting the global importance of coral reefs and the Great Barrier Reef as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Teresa

Marine Biologist / Dive Instructor
Master Reef Guide

Teresa is a passionate biologist and dive instructor who travelled all the way from Chile to follow her love for the ocean.

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Teresa is a passionate biologist and dive instructor who travelled all the way from chile to follow her love for the ocean. From a very young age, she discovered a deep connection to nature, animals, and the marine world.

When Teresa first arrived at the Great Barrier Reef, it immediately felt like home. She strongly believes that forming a close connection with nature is the key to protecting it. Sharing her passion for the reef is a dream come true, and she finds great joy in helping people feel confident and comfortable in the water so they can fully experience every detail of the Great Barrier Reef's incredible underwater world.

Through education, guidance, and genuine enthusiasm, Teresa strives to inspire others to appreciate and protect one of the most extraordinary ecosystems on the planet.

Cara

Marine Biologist
Master Reef Guide

Cara has an undergrad in Marine Biology, a Masters in Natural Resource Management but more importantly a deep passion for all things reef related.

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Cara has an undergrad in Marine Biology, a Masters in Natural Resource Management but more importantly, a deep passion for all things reef related.

She is happiest when sharing her passion for the beautiful ocean with others: even better if she can do that with a survey or camera in hand! Some of her favourite marine life includes anything tiny like nudibranchs, but also manta rays and sharks. She grew up in Scotland and New Zealand, so like many of our team comes with an interesting accent. However, after finding the Great Barrier Reef and FNQ she proudly calls Cairns home.

Brianna

Marine Biologist

Brianna grew up in regional South Australia, and fell in love with the ocean after her first trip to the Great Barrier Reef when she was 14.

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Brianna grew up in regional South Australia, and fell in love with the ocean after her first trip to the Great Barrier Reef when she was 14.

Brianna completed a Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology (Honours) ) finishing in 2022 at Flinders University in Adelaide. Where she completed research looking into Bottlenose Dolphin Health in a subpopulation located within the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary.

After completing university studies, Brianna decided to follow her dream of working on the Great Barrier Reef and joined the Bio Research team at Great Adventures in early 2025, where she straight away loved the role!

You'll often find her in the water, or giving an informative talk about the amazing coral reef ecosystem. She loves being able to interact with people from all over the world, and show her passion for our beautiful oceans. She also hopes the biosearch team can inspire people to protect our reefs for generations to come.

Genesis

Marine Biologist / Dive Instructor

Genesis was born in England and has always been drawn to the ocean and anything to do with water as a Pisces.

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Genesis was born in England and has always been drawn to the ocean and anything to do with water as a Pisces.

She got her Marine Biology Bachelor's Degree at the University of Plymouth in the UK and then continued her diving education in Costa Rica, gaining her PADI Instructor qualification.

There she also worked on a coral restoration and planting project, using her scientific diving background to help with surveys and observations of the dive sites.

She finally came to Australia and fell in love with the Great Barrier Reef, getting to visit the many reefs that Great Adventures goes to. Continuing her conservation work through educating people from around the world on the Marine ecosystem as well as continuing the survey work and controlling the populations of major coral predators such as the Crown of Thorns Starfish, all of which has been really rewarding.

Jayde

Marine Biologist

The ocean has always been a central part of Jayde's life. Growing up surfing on the Gold Coast and exploring the diverse reef systems of Fiji every other year helped shape a deep and lasting passion for the marine world.

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The ocean has always been a central part of Jayde's life. Growing up surfing on the Gold Coast and exploring the diverse reef systems of Fiji every other year (thanks to her incredible parents) helped shape a deep and lasting passion for the marine world.

At just 14, Jayde completed her Open Water diving certification through her high school – a defining moment that set the trajectory for her future. From that point on, the ocean was no longer just a place she loved, but a world she wanted to understand and protect.

Jayde went on to graduate university with a Bachelor degree in Marine Science and Environmental Systems before packing her bags and moving to Cairns. Now based in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, she has the privilege of experiencing the reef firsthand and sharing that excitement with guests from around the world as they tick this iconic natural wonder off their bucket lists.

Being able to combine science, conservation, and human connection within one of the most extraordinary ecosystems on Earth is something Jayde is deepy grateful for – and a passion she is excited to continue growing.

Neve

Marine Biologist

Neve has dreamed of becoming a Marine Biologist since she was just eight years old. Fascinated by the ocean from a young age, she spent her childhood summer holidays camping by the coast.

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Neve has dreamed of becoming a Marine Biologist since she was just eight years old. Fascinated by the ocean froma. yong age, she spent her childhood summer holidays camping by the coast. Inspired by Sir David Attenborough and his work on tropical coral reefs, Neve knew early on that she wanted to one day work on the Great Barrier Reef.

Growing up in New Zealand, Neve's studies were largely focused on temperate marine environments. At the age of 13, she completed her PADI Open Water Diver certification, a milestone that further cemented her love for the ocean. During high school, she was fortunate to attend Marine Science courses at the University of Otago, where she participated in small-group research projects over several days alongside experienced researchers and marine biologists.

Following the completion of her undergraduate degree at the University of Wellington, Neve relocated to Cairns to pursue the next phase of her long-held dream. After 14 years of dedication and hard work, she is incredibly privileged to now work as a Marine Biologist on the Great Barrier Reef.

Sharks and their conservation are a deep passion for Neve, and her work allows her to help others better understand these often misunderstood animals – frequently replacing fear with curiosity and appreciation. One of the most rewarding aspects of her role is meeting people from all walks of life, sharing personal stories, and connecting them to the reef. Neve feels incredibly fortunate to inspire others and help them gain a deeper understanding of the underwater world, firmly believing that education is key to more effective protection of our oceans and wildlife.

Jess

Marine Biologist

Jess is a marine scientist who passion for the ocean began in the small coastal surfing town of Lennox Head, NSW.

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Jess is a marine scientist whose passion for the ocean began in the small coastal surfing town of Lennox Head, NSW. Growing up in and around the water fostered a deep connection to marine life and a strong desire to protect and understand the natural world.

She began her career as a qualified veterinary nurse, gaining hands-on experience in wildlife care, surgical assistance, blood analysis, and clinical monitoring. This strong foundation in animal welfare and physiology inspired her to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Marine and Wildlife Ecology, specialising in marine biology.

Jess has since worked across a range of marine research and conservation projects, including three years with Dolphin Research Australia, where she collected photo-identification, behavioural, and health data and contributed to public education, research outputs, and citizen science initiatives. Her experience also includes humpback whale research, seagrass monitoring, and coral reef studies on Heron Island.

Now part of the Reef Biosearch team, Jess enjoys sharing her passion for marine science through snorkel tours, conservation work, and guest education, helping people connect with and care for this amazing underwater world.

Jorja

Reef Naturalist

Jorja is a reef naturalist whose passion for the ocean was sparked growing up in Adelaide, inspired by a Year 9 science teacher who introduced her to the world of marine biology.

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Jorja is a reef naturalist whose passion for the ocean was sparked growing up in Adelaide, inspired by a Year 9 science teacher who introduced her to the world of marine biolgoy. As her studies progressed, she became increasingly drawn to ocean ecosystems and the vital role they play in the health of our planet, shaping her desire to share meaningful conservation messages about marine life.

She is currently studying a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Zoology and Ecology, and gained valuable experience through volunteering at Australia Zoo and with other conservation organisations. Jorja completed her internship with Great Adventures, where her love wfor working on the reef and engaging with guests flourished, leading her to secure a position in the industry.

Now working as a Reef Naturalist, Jorja delivers snorkel tours, reef talks and semi-submersible experiences. With a strong passion for science communication, she loves helping guests see the reef through new eyes. Sharks are her favourite reef species, and she enjoys sharing their incredible diversity, unique senses and essential role as guardians of the ocean, inspiring guests to appreciate and protect these often-misunderstood predators.

Kenadee

Marine Biologist

Kenadee has always loved the water and was only 6 years old when she confidently declared she would be a marine biologist when she grew up!

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Kenadee has always loved the water and was only 6 years old when she confidently declared she would be a marine biologist when she grew up! That dream never faded and she completed her BSc with Honours in Marine Biology at Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Canada. Originally from Abbotsford, a little country town just outside of Vancouver, BC, she always had dreams of moving somewhere tropical and closer to the ocean.

Kenadee’s specialty primarily lies in elasmobranch research and she has had the privilege of working with various organizations in Nova Scotia, Hawaii, Cape Cod, and Miami studying sharks and rays and working in public outreach and education. Her honours thesis focused on tracking the movements of the Atlantic Torpedo Ray off the coast of Nova Scotia using satellite and acoustic telemetry methods. She also has been fortunate enough to study humpback and killer whales off the coast of Vancouver Island and has worked for the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Centre caring for rescued seal and sea otter pups.

Kenadee joined the Reef Biosearch team in July 2025 and she absolutely adores it! Working on the Great Barrier Reef was always a life goal for her and she loves educating and sharing her passion with people from around the world who visit the reef! She feels immense pride and gratitude to call the GBR her office and be part of this dynamic, passionate team!

Luca

Marine Biologist

Luca is from Padua, Italy, where he has completed a bachelor in Natural Sciences and a Master in Evolutionary Biology.

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Luca is from Padua, Italy, where he completed a bachelor in Natural Sciences and a Master in Evolutionary Biology.

His immense passion for nature stems from his constant involvement in the field from a very young age. Initially he worked in entomology, with projects related to the University of Padua and the Esapolis Museum in Padua, he later developed a growing interest in Australian fauna and coral reefs. His work experience at the Cairns Aquarium and his divemaster training in Koh Tao, Thailand, allowed him to practically enhance his knowledge of Australian and Indo-Pacific marine fauna.

He loves sharing his passion for marine life with others; every encounter is a precious opportunity to share how biodiverse and unique our ecosystem is, yet fragile and in need of protection. He strongly believes that the best way to convey the importance of protecting the Great Barrier Reef is to approach it with kindness and respect, and he feels honored to collaborate with a group of enthusiasts who share this vision.

Honami

Marine Biologist
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Honami was born in Japan and grew up far from the ocean, which sparked a strong curiosity about the sea from a young age.

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Honami was born in Japan and grew up far from the ocean, which sparked a strong curiosity about the sea from a young age. With a lifelong love for animals, this curiosity led her to study Marine Biology in Okinawa, Japan.

Living in Okinawa gave Honami the opportunity to explore the ocean through scuba diving, where she quickly developed a deep passion for both diving and marine life. One of her biggest dreams was to one day dive on the Great Barrier Reef, and she feels incredibly fortunate to have been able to come to Australia and begin working as a Marine Biologist with Great Adventures.

The Great Barrier Reef is very different from the reefs of Okinawa, and Honami continues to learn and expand her knowledge of this unique ecosystem while drawing on her previous experience and education. Her goal is to share the wonder of the Great Barrier Reef with visitors from around the world, providing interpretation and education in both Japanese and English.