Newsroom

Welcome to the Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort Newsroom.

This is your go-to source for our latest press releases, recent media features, and official updates. Stay informed with current stories highlighting our sustainability initiatives, guest experiences, and conservation efforts on the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Media Releases

The Most Comprehensive Field Guide of Lady Elliot Island 21 May 2026

Custodian Launches Children’s Book – Ellie’s Reef Adventures 13 APRIL 2026

Lady Elliot Island Voted #1 Snorkelling Destination in the World by Lonely Planet! January 2025

Queensland Family Celebrates 20 Years of Pioneering Eco-Tourism on the Great Barrier Reef January 2025

Gold win for Ecotourism November 2024

Lighthouse Celebration Marks 150 years November 2023

Media Coverage

Lady Elliot Island on Channel 7’s Getaway Amy Gash joins Getaway for a feature exploring Lady Elliot Island and the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Amy Gash on ABC Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast Discussing the environmental responsibility of being an island custodian.

Amy Gash and Tourism Australia Amy shares Lady Elliot Island as part of Tourism Australia’s global destination content.

Amy Gash on ABC Gold Coast Discussing her children’s book, Ellie’s Reef Adventures and growing up on the island.

Dr Asia Haines (Armstrong) Interview ABC Wide Bay, May 2026

Latest Master Reef Guides Bundaberg Today, March 2026

Reef and Retreat with Emporium Hotel Southbank COVE Magazine, March 2026

Lady of the Reef LOCALE Magazine, December 2025

Love Saves Paradise Gold Coast Bulletin, November 2025

7 News: Celebrating 20 Years 7 News, October 2025

Wallabies & Lions Island Visit 9 News, July 2025

City to reef: See the Great Barrier Reef on a day trip from a luxury Brisbane hotel QWeekend & TasWeekend, June 2025

Rescued Bird Relocated to Island Home 10 News, June 2025

A rare bird named Coconut, has been given the rockstar treatment 7 News, 5 June 2025

How one family rescued a lifeless Great Barrier Reef Island 4BC Breakfast

ABC Gold Coast – Amy Gash Interview

How to Enjoy the Great Barrier Reef Without the Crowds AFAR, April 2025

Paradise Found: Magic Awaits on Queensland’s Lady Elliot Island WE ARE EXPLORERS, January 2025

“Your heart starts to race” Discover Wildlife, January 2025

Link Airways: One Lovely Lady Issue 24, Dec 2024-Jan 2025