Following the recognition of Moreton Bay as a Hope Spot, see what Mission Blue has to say about citizen science in Moreton Bay:

https://www.mission-blue.org/2016/12/citizen-science-supports-protection-in-the-moreton-bay-hope-spot/

“The citizen scientists in the Moreton Bay Hope Spot are living proof that the ocean is a big blue magnet that unites people who care. Their important work is benefitting the human and aquatic inhabitants of greater Brisbane by making a strong case for continued protection of this Hope Spot. Thank you to the citizens of Moreton Bay for collaborating and contributing data in the effort to protect and restore the blue heart of the planet. You are great cause for hope!” – Dr. Sylvia Earle