Coast Australia: North Queensland--Townsville to Cooktown
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Neil Oliver examines James Cook's run of luck on the Great Barrier Reef. In this episode, he finds out how Captain James Cook resolved the crisis for which Cape Tribulation is named. Emma Johnston dives for a natural treasure beneath the Great Barrier Reef, while Brendan Moar simulates a cyclone to test how this coast withstands the ferocious tropical storms that frequent it. And Dean Miller storms the beaches with an elite army unit. Please note this title contains potentially offensive language. Part of the "Coast Australia" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 48 minutes 16 seconds
- Topic: Geography, Social Science
- Subtopic: Australia, Culture and Society, World Geography
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Release Year: 2017
- Producer/Distributor: BBC
- Series: Coast Australia
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