Dr Richard Kenchington, Dr David Lawrence and Simon Woodley at Reef HQ for the launch of The Great Barrier Reef: Finding the right balance, in 2002. Picture: Evan Morgan.

KENCHINGTON, Richard. 1943 - 2023 • Mitchell, ACT. RICHARD AMBROSE KENCHINGTON. 29 March 1943 - 1 March 2023. Beloved husband of Carol for 52 years, father of Peter and Thomas; father-in-law of ...

A pioneer in North Queensland marine conservation, who played a key role in securing World Heritage status for the Great Barrier Reef, has died age 79.

Dr Richard Kenchington, Dr David Lawrence and Simon Woodley at Reef HQ for the launch of The Great Barrier Reef: Finding the right balance, in 2002. Picture: Evan Morgan.