Great Barrier Reef: top World Heritage site; massive coral network off Queensland, under pressure from climate impacts and human activity.
A 39-year-old man has died after a shark bite while spearfishing near Kennedy Shoal, 28 miles off northeast Australia. He was rushed to shore but could not be revived. Several sources note a recent fatality near Rottnest Island and ongoing shark activity in eastern Australia.
Cunard’s Queen Victoria will enter Rotterdam drydock from 17 Oct to 5 Nov 2026 for a refurbishment that adds cabins, a wellness cafe and updated public spaces. Queen Victoria will return to service on 7 Nov 2026 for Mediterranean, Norwegian fjords and Canary itineraries.