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25.01.2022 **BE INSPIRED** Book your experience today to explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, and discover a world below at the Coral Greenhouse, John Brewer Reef. Learn more www.moua.com.au... Book now https://bit.ly/MOUA-Tours See more

23.01.2022 BOARD BIO Passionate advocate for the Museum of Underwater Art project, Dr Adam Smith was the first person to free dive through the Coral Greenhouse. Dr Adam Smith is Deputy Chair of MOUA Pty Ltd, Managing Director of Reef Ecologic Pty Ltd and Adj Assoc Professor at James Cook University. He is a scientist and leader who has a life long commitment to the marine environment and a vision to make a positive difference for current and future generations. ... Adam has worked in multiple roles in research, consulting, management, not-for-profit and Boards and has authored over 55 scientific papers and books. Adam is a commercial diver with over 3,800+ dives. Learn more about the people behind MOUA https://www.moua.com.au/meet-the-board @woodyspark #inspiredbyMOUA #MOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland @visittownsvilleaustralia

22.01.2022 TODAY SHOW LIVE FROM MAGNETIC ISLAND Promoting the Museum of Underwater Art #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines

22.01.2022 Blues and greens... should always be seen! Beautiful view of the Ocean Siren, making the most of the stunning Strand location. @weekendgetawaysaustralia... #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines

22.01.2022 TIME FOR A HOLIDAY? Check out the awesome MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art inspired holidays you can book through the Townsville Enterprise website and experience the magic of MOUA for yourself. #inspiredbyMOUA https://www.townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au/dive-and-isla/

22.01.2022 Brilliant to have 10 News First in Visit Townsville, Australia checking out the MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art. 'Ocean Siren' muse Takoda Johnson joined MOUA Deputy Chair Dr Adam Smith to chat about our incredible installations. #GoodToGo #TownsvilleShines #InspiredByMOUA Visit Queensland, Australia Jason deCaires Taylor Reef Ecologic

21.01.2022 Thanks to the Weekender crew for sharing the truly magical experience that is the Museum of Underwater Art! LEARN MORE & BOOK HERE: https://www.moua.com.au/ #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia

21.01.2022 WELCOME: Yesterday MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art officially welcomed Vicki Saylor to the board. We're excited about the experience and expertise that she brings to the team. Thank you to 9 News North Queensland for the story

21.01.2022 LOCATION, LOCATION The stunning John Brewer Reef is a spectacular example of the beautiful Great Barrier Reef. By installing world-class artworks at this prime location, we're encouraging visitors to experience the the world's greatest natural asset in person.... Be inspired by MOUA, and learn about the Reef through art, science and culture. @woodyspark #inspiredbyMOUA #MOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland @visittownsvilleaustralia

20.01.2022 "We're really focused on educating people with MOUA,...the more people understand about the reef, the more...chance they will care about the reef" - Paul Crocombe, Master Reef Guides. One of five commercial tourism operators set to visit the Coral Greenhouse, Paul from Adrenalin Dive, is also a Master Reef Guide, and sees the potential of MOUA to tell the true story of the reef, showcase the condition of the reef, and how you can help it. Learn more about the Master Reef Guid...es http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/our-partners/master-reef-guides #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia

20.01.2022 FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENT The Queensland Government has today announced a further $1M towards the Museum of Underwater Art, Phase 3 This funding will enable the extension of the MOUA project to Magnetic Island and will deliver a unique inter-tidal and snorkeling tourism experience for visitors and the local community. ... : - . #townsvilleshines #inspiredbyMOUA

20.01.2022 "She is looking out to the oceans like my people have done for thousands of years" - Takoda Johnson, Wulgurukaba Traditional Owner The story of the Indigenous connection to land and sea is enduring tale of stewardship, and paying respect to sea country. This connection doesn't just refer to geographical area, but to all living things, beliefs, values, creation stories, spirits and cultural obligations associated with it. In her own words, learn about the Ocean Siren, Takoda'...s interpretation of the Museum of Underwater Art, and her hope for future protection of the reef. #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia

19.01.2022 Thanks to Visit Queensland, Australia for the share. #InspiredbyMOUA

19.01.2022 The Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) is more than art - it's a beautiful blend of art, science, conservation and culture. Take a moment to hear from the artist himself, Jason deCaires Taylor, and learn more about the messages behind MOUA. Hear the reef's greatest stories...be inspired by the Museum of Underwater Art.... #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia

18.01.2022 So, what is MOUA? The of course! An exciting new attraction to soon open off the coast of Townsville North Queensland. A beautiful blend of art, science, culture and conservation; Stage One of MOUA - including installation on The Strand and at the Great Barrier Reef - will officially open on (stay tuned for more details at moua.com.au). Hear the reef's greatest stories - be inspired, by the Museum of Underwater Art.... #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshine #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia

16.01.2022 HAPPY WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY The Great Barrier Reef is one of the best known and most complex natural systems on Earth, and makes up about 10 per cent of the world's coral reef ecosystems. It is the sea country home for the first Australians more than 70 Traditional Owner groups whose connections to the marine environment date back more than 60,000 years. We celebrate this diverse ecosystem and help share its stories through art, science and culture with the Coral Gree...nhouse on John Brewer Reef - share in its wonder and experience the spectacle of the world’s greatest natural asset! #WorldEnvironmentDay2021 #inspiredbyMOUA #MOUA @woodyspark John Brewer Reef near Townsville

16.01.2022 We're excited to announce the Coral Greenhouse on John Brewer Reef is officially open and commencing tours from Sunday 2 August. With five commercial tourism operators authorised to visit this unique dive and snorkel site on the Great Barrier Reef, visitors and locals alike can experience the stories of the reef, and be inspired to learn, to care, to nuture and to hope. Be inspired by the Museum of Underwater Art #inspiredbyMOUA... #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia #goodtogo

16.01.2022 NEW BOARD MEMBER: Vicki Saylor brings with her knowledge, skills and passion and we look forward to working closely with her to bring the future stages of the project to life.

16.01.2022 ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY: Help MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art bring the Coral Greenhouse to life through unique coral planting opportunities. Read more at the link below: #inspiredbyMOUA

15.01.2022 DISCOVER YOUR OWN BACKYARD There is no where else in the Southern Hemisphere that you can experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and marine sculptures, up close and personal. Visit www.moua.com.au to book your visit!... #InspiredbyMOUA Photography by: Gemma Molinaro Photography

15.01.2022 The MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art was named in the Townsville Bulletin top 50 things to do across Visit Townsville, Australia this long weekend. Get down to Strand Jetty and send us your best pictures. Incredible image of the 'Ocean Siren' captured by Michael Drogemuller. Visit Queensland, Australia Jason deCaires Taylor #InspiredByMOUA

14.01.2022 INSPIRED BY MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art: This incredible image was taken by the Reef Ecologic team during the final installation of the Coral Greenhouse on the John Brew Reef Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. We can't wait to share this amazing experience with you.

12.01.2022 The MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art Facebook page has just reached over 5,000 page likes MOUA is all about sharing the story of the reef through art, science, culture and conservation. Have you been to visit MOUA? Share how you've been #inspiredbyMOUA in the comments below... Learn more www.moua.com.au Matt Curnock

12.01.2022 Have you seen this impressive sculpture on Townsvilles iconic Strand foreshore? Ever wondered what it all means? The inaugural sculpture in the Southern Hemispheres first MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art, the ' ' was installed in late 2019 alongside North Queenslands Strand Jetty. Modelled on local Wulgurukaba Traditional Owner Takoda Johnson, the Ocean Siren aims to inspire reef and ocean conservation and achieve positive environmental outcomes. ... Bringing science alive through art, the sculpture reacts to live water temperature data from the Australian Institute of Marine Science weather station on Davies Reef, Great Barrier Reef and changes colour in response to live variations in water temperature. #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia

11.01.2022 MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art is currently seeking proposals for individuals/organisations to provide Operational Management Services. For further information, visit our website below.

11.01.2022 EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT: Congratulations to all five successful Commercial Tourism Operators who will conduct tours as part of the MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art brand at the John Brewer Reef Coral Greenhouse site. Countdown to tours starting soon! #InspiredByMOUA Adrenalin Dive SeaLink Queensland PRO DIVE Magnetic Island Yongala Dive Orpheus Island Resort... Thanks to Townsville Bulletin for the story.

11.01.2022 GODFATHER OF CORAL TO BE IMMORTALISED One of the eight sculptures to be installed as a part of the Museum of Underwater Art’s (MOUA) proposed installation on Magnetic Island has been revealed to be modelled off Townsville’s own Professor John Edward Norwood Charlie Veron. READ MORE http://bit.ly/GodfatherofCoral... #inspiredbyMOUA #MOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland @visittownsvilleaustralia

11.01.2022 ONCE IN A LIFETIME: MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art has just launched its Kickstarter campaign which is raising money towards planting coral among the recently installed art pieces at the Coral Greenhouse on John Brewer Reef. #inspiredbyMOUA https://www.kickstarter.com//bringing-an-underwater-sculpt

10.01.2022 OCEAN SIREN: A rare viewpoint of the first MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art installation on the Visit Townsville, Australia Strand. Thanks to MOUA Deputy Chair Dr Adam Smith from Reef Ecologic for the #InspiredByMOUA #TownsvilleShines Jason deCaires Taylor

10.01.2022 World Oceans Day is an opportunity to reflect on what we can all do to support our oceans & ensure they're healthy for generations to come. MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art Sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor discusses how he is making a difference. What can you do? Reef Ecologic #WorldOceansDay #ProtectOurHome

09.01.2022 WE WANT YOUR INPUT: The MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art is seeking your input on Stage 2- Palm Island & Stage 3- Magnetic Island of this globally significant tourism infrastructure project. Link to survey below. #InspiredbyMOUA

09.01.2022 MAGIC OF MOUA: Help us cultivate the Coral Greenhouse through MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art’s Kickstarter campaign with all proceeds going towards reinvigorating the reef. #inspiredbyMOUA https://www.kickstarter.com//bringing-an-underwater-sculpt

08.01.2022 SIGHT TO BEHOLD MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art is surrounded by the natural beauty of John Brewer Reef, meaning there is something for everybody. Book your visit today at www.moua.com.au.... Photography: Gemma Molinaro Photography

08.01.2022 INSPIRED BY MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art: Thank you to 10 News First Queensland for stopping in our amazing region Visit Townsville, Australia. Presenter Josh Holt chats all things MOUA with Dr Adam Smith & 'Ocean Siren' muse Takoda Johnson. #GoodtoGo #TownsvilleShines #InspiredByMOUA Jason deCaires Taylor Reef Ecologic

07.01.2022 THANK YOU: The Museum of Underwater Art is thrilled with the high level of community feedback received around Stage 2 & Stage 3 of this globally significant project. If you would like to have your say, please fill out our survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9MRHQQF Reef Ecologic Visit Magnetic Island #inspiredbyMOUA

07.01.2022 Hear it first from your future tour guides after their first ever dive of the Coral Greenhouse on John Brewer Reef! Just weeks ago, representatives from the five licenced commercial tourism operators participated in a on-site training day where they were introduced to the reef's greatest stories captured in art form. The Coral Greenhouse is a beautiful blend of art, science, conservation and culture, and aims to inspire a greater understanding of the reef to aid in its protec...tion. Experience it yourself with a tour https://bit.ly/MOUA-Tours Learn more https://www.moua.com.au/ #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia #goodtogo

07.01.2022 Want to have your say about one of most globally significant tourism infrastructure projects in Australia? With the successful launch of Stage One of the Museum of Underwater Art, planning is underway for Stage Two on Palm Island and Stage Three on Magnetic Island. If you work in the tourism industry and want to learn more, come along to one of our free Information Sessions being held on Magnetic Island.

06.01.2022 GREAT ART TELLS STORIES Did you know that the unusual shapes of the sculptures promote accelerated coral growth and attract reef fish? See for yourself, visit www.moua.com.au to book your visit! #InspiredbyMOUA... Photography by: Victor Huertas

05.01.2022 The MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art 'Ocean Siren' on The Strand, Visit Townsville, Australia. Incredible to think she is receiving live data from Davies Reef in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Thank to Townsville City Council's Brett Brogan for the spectacular image. #INSPIREDBYMOUA Jason deCaires Taylor

05.01.2022 COMMUNITY CONSULTATION: Would you like to know more about the Museum of Underwater Art? We'd love you to join us at our virtual Community Information Session this Friday at 6pm. Registrations can be made through the link below. #inspiredbyMOUA Reef Ecologic Townsville Enterprise

05.01.2022 GAME CHANGER - MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art is the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. The Coral Greenhouse is a hub for marine life and coral growth. #InspiredbyMOUA... Visit www.moua.com.au to book your visit! Photography: Gemma Molinaro Photography

03.01.2022 Discover a world below and hear the reef's greatest stories with the Museum of Underwater Art. The Coral Greenhouse on John Brewer Reef is officially open! Be inspired to learn, to care, to nurture, and to hope. Be inspired by MOUA.... #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia #goodtogo

03.01.2022 COMMUNITY CONSULTATION: Would you like to know more about the Museum of Underwater Art? We'd love you to join us at our virtual Community Information Session this Friday at midday. Registrations can be made through the link below. #inspiredbyMOUA Reef Ecologic Townsville Enterprise

02.01.2022 GREENHOUSE RESIDENCE Not only is the 'Coral Greenhouse' an incredible artistic achievement, but it is home to an abundance of marine life. Check it out for yourself, visit www.moua.com.au to book your visit! Photography: Gemma Molinaro Photography

01.01.2022 Thanks to the TODAY Show for visiting Magnetic Island this morning and showcasing the next big attraction for Townsville North Queensland! The Museum of Underwater Art is set to launch officially next month, and were excited to finally welcome visitors to see this stunning installation for themselves... be prepared to be #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland

01.01.2022 Underwater is where we want to be, especially with sights as intriguing as these! If you are still planning your visit, get in fast to be on one of the first Yongala Dive tours to the MOUA - Museum of Underwater Art this Saturday 22 August, departing from Townsville! Gemma Molinaro Photography... BOOK NOW https://bit.ly/MOUA-Tours #townsvilleshines #inspiredbyMOUA

01.01.2022 **WEBSITE UPDATE - MOUA.COM.AU** UPDATE: The MOUA website is now ONLINE! We apologize for any inconvenience the downtime caused! Feel free to use the following links to find more information, or jump on www.moua.com.au... Book online https://bit.ly/MOUA-Tours Information https://bit.ly/MOUA-TEQ-blog Please feel free to message us, and we can answer your questions directly! #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines

01.01.2022 "As soon as we sink them [sculptures], they belong to the sea" - Jason deCaires Taylor. Internationally renowned underwater sculptor, deCaires Taylor's work allows visitors the opportunity to broaden their minds and educate themselves on fields that are outside their daily lives. This is the moment the Coral Greenhouse of the Museum of Underwater Art - off the coast of Townsville on John Brewer Reef - became part of the underwater environment, adding to the natural beauty of ...the Great Barrier Reef. Learn the reef's greatest stories, and be inspired by the Museum of Underwater Art. Art Science Conservation Culture Footage credit: Richard Woodgett and Jason deCaires Taylor #inspiredbyMOUA #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia