The fantastic diversity of Queensland's Great Barrier Reef is legendary, and a diving or snorkelling trip out to the reef is unforgettable.

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The 44-year-old naturalist died after being struck in the chest by the stingray's barb while filming a documentary on Queensland's Great Barrier Reef.

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When it does rain in Queensland, soil washes into the Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest barrier reef.

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The Great Barrier Reef, 1, 400 miles of coral off the coast of Queensland, is far better known, but the Ningaloo in many ways trumps it.

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The job description requires Mr Southall "to explore the islands of the Great Barrier Reef, swim, snorkel, make friends with the locals and generally enjoy the tropical Queensland climate and lifestyle".

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