Integrated Marine Observing System
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IMOS operates a wide range of observing equipment throughout Australia’s vast and valuable coastal and open ocean estate.
IMOS is enabled by the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS).
IMOS is enabled by the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS).
Kicking off our 20th anniversary stories, we’re celebrating a huge milestone at CSIRO’s Oceanographic Calibration Facility, which has just calibrated its 10,000th instrument — the IMOS National Reference Station at Maria Island, Tasmania!
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/3MlriSG
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#IMOS20 #NCRISImpact
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/3MlriSG
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#IMOS20 #NCRISImpact
February 9, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Kicking off our 20th anniversary stories, we’re celebrating a huge milestone at CSIRO’s Oceanographic Calibration Facility, which has just calibrated its 10,000th instrument — the IMOS National Reference Station at Maria Island, Tasmania!
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/3MlriSG
@CSIRO
#IMOS20 #NCRISImpact
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/3MlriSG
@CSIRO
#IMOS20 #NCRISImpact
Submit an abstract to the IMOS Symposium at AMSA 2026 and showcase marine science with real-world impact. 🔗 bit.ly/4taecZb
#AMSA2026 #NCRISImpact
#AMSA2026 #NCRISImpact
February 3, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Submit an abstract to the IMOS Symposium at AMSA 2026 and showcase marine science with real-world impact. 🔗 bit.ly/4taecZb
#AMSA2026 #NCRISImpact
#AMSA2026 #NCRISImpact
This year we’re celebrating 20 years of IMOS and the incredible Facilities and people behind two decades of sustained marine observing! 🎉
#20YearsOfIMOS #OceanObserving #OpenData #NCRISImpact
#20YearsOfIMOS #OceanObserving #OpenData #NCRISImpact
January 19, 2026 at 3:45 AM
This year we’re celebrating 20 years of IMOS and the incredible Facilities and people behind two decades of sustained marine observing! 🎉
#20YearsOfIMOS #OceanObserving #OpenData #NCRISImpact
#20YearsOfIMOS #OceanObserving #OpenData #NCRISImpact
We have developed a range of tutorials, libraries and code examples to help you access, analyse and visualise IMOS data.
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#NCRISImpact
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#NCRISImpact
January 7, 2026 at 11:00 PM
We have developed a range of tutorials, libraries and code examples to help you access, analyse and visualise IMOS data.
🔗 bit.ly/450olgo
#NCRISImpact
🔗 bit.ly/450olgo
#NCRISImpact
The IMOS Australian Ocean Data Network connects people with trusted marine and climate data from across Australia.
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#NCRISImpact #ClimateData
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#NCRISImpact #ClimateData
January 4, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The IMOS Australian Ocean Data Network connects people with trusted marine and climate data from across Australia.
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#NCRISImpact #ClimateData
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#NCRISImpact #ClimateData
Subscribe to the IMOS newsletter to stay up-to-date with the latest data releases, research insights and community highlights.
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January 2, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Subscribe to the IMOS newsletter to stay up-to-date with the latest data releases, research insights and community highlights.
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Explore a range of ocean information resources designed to help researchers, decision-makers and communities connect with and use IMOS data.
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#NCRISImpact #OceanData
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#NCRISImpact #OceanData
December 26, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Explore a range of ocean information resources designed to help researchers, decision-makers and communities connect with and use IMOS data.
🔗 bit.ly/48WMntQ
#NCRISImpact #OceanData
🔗 bit.ly/48WMntQ
#NCRISImpact #OceanData
Happy holidays! We can’t wait to share the milestone of 20 years of IMOS with you in the year ahead 🎉
The IMOS office will be closed on 25 December and reopen on 2 January.
The IMOS office will be closed on 25 December and reopen on 2 January.
December 21, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Happy holidays! We can’t wait to share the milestone of 20 years of IMOS with you in the year ahead 🎉
The IMOS office will be closed on 25 December and reopen on 2 January.
The IMOS office will be closed on 25 December and reopen on 2 January.
Meet the new Ocean Decade Advisory Board, co-chaired by Dr Michelle Heupel, IMOS Executive Director 🌊
🔗 bit.ly/4q9nsdF
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December 17, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Meet the new Ocean Decade Advisory Board, co-chaired by Dr Michelle Heupel, IMOS Executive Director 🌊
🔗 bit.ly/4q9nsdF
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Congratulations UNSW!
December 17, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Congratulations UNSW!
Congratulations to the IMOS Ocean Glider Facility team for receiving the University of Western Australia 2025 Vice-Chancellor's Award for Research Technical Support Excellence.
#NCRISImapact
#NCRISImapact
December 14, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Congratulations to the IMOS Ocean Glider Facility team for receiving the University of Western Australia 2025 Vice-Chancellor's Award for Research Technical Support Excellence.
#NCRISImapact
#NCRISImapact
We will continually work to understand end-user needs to meet our objective to create societal benefit for Australia 🩵
#NCRISImpact
#NCRISImpact
December 10, 2025 at 11:01 PM
We will continually work to understand end-user needs to meet our objective to create societal benefit for Australia 🩵
#NCRISImpact
#NCRISImpact
IMOS is delighted to share a new Science Expert Voices article from Dr Patricia Miloslavich highlighting the importance of the UN Ocean Decade and recognising IMOS as “an exemplary model of an integrated national observing system.”
🔗 bit.ly/4a2YEiM
#NCRISImpact
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#NCRISImpact
December 8, 2025 at 11:01 PM
IMOS is delighted to share a new Science Expert Voices article from Dr Patricia Miloslavich highlighting the importance of the UN Ocean Decade and recognising IMOS as “an exemplary model of an integrated national observing system.”
🔗 bit.ly/4a2YEiM
#NCRISImpact
🔗 bit.ly/4a2YEiM
#NCRISImpact
IMOS congratulates Pete Strutton and team on securing ARC LIEF funding for 12 new BGC-Argo floats. A fantastic outcome that will strengthen Australia’s contribution to the global Argo program and advance understanding of ocean carbon, deoxygenation, acidification and fisheries management
December 2, 2025 at 11:01 PM
IMOS congratulates Pete Strutton and team on securing ARC LIEF funding for 12 new BGC-Argo floats. A fantastic outcome that will strengthen Australia’s contribution to the global Argo program and advance understanding of ocean carbon, deoxygenation, acidification and fisheries management
Over 85% of Australians live near the coast. The new IMOS Estuarine and Coastal Moorings Facility will provide the data needed to understand and manage these changing environments.
Learn more bit.ly/48tY4Jw
#NCRISImpact
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#NCRISImpact
November 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Over 85% of Australians live near the coast. The new IMOS Estuarine and Coastal Moorings Facility will provide the data needed to understand and manage these changing environments.
Learn more bit.ly/48tY4Jw
#NCRISImpact
Learn more bit.ly/48tY4Jw
#NCRISImpact
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Fremantle for a vibrant and highly engaging Australian Forum for Operational Oceanography (FOO). The event brought together a strong cross-section of industry, research, management and service providers.
November 26, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Fremantle for a vibrant and highly engaging Australian Forum for Operational Oceanography (FOO). The event brought together a strong cross-section of industry, research, management and service providers.
The 2024–25 IMOS Annual Highlights are now out, showcasing key achievements from across our program and community 🌊
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#NCRISImpact
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#NCRISImpact
November 25, 2025 at 1:37 AM
The 2024–25 IMOS Annual Highlights are now out, showcasing key achievements from across our program and community 🌊
🔗 bit.ly/3MkLMKQ
#NCRISImpact
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#NCRISImpact
Help shape the future of Australia’s research infrastructure. The NRI Issues Paper consultation survey is now open. Your input will guide the 2026 NRI Roadmap and future funding priorities.
🔗 bit.ly/4qKpVwo
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November 19, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Help shape the future of Australia’s research infrastructure. The NRI Issues Paper consultation survey is now open. Your input will guide the 2026 NRI Roadmap and future funding priorities.
🔗 bit.ly/4qKpVwo
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Acknowledging IMOS is essential for demonstrating the real-world impact of our national marine observing system. Thank you for making sure it’s included.
#NCRISImpact
#NCRISImpact
November 17, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Acknowledging IMOS is essential for demonstrating the real-world impact of our national marine observing system. Thank you for making sure it’s included.
#NCRISImpact
#NCRISImpact
A new IMOS Environmental DNA (eDNA) sub-Facility is enhancing Australia’s capacity to monitor marine biodiversity from coastal waters to the sub-Antarctic.
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/3LfSBNf
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November 13, 2025 at 11:01 PM
A new IMOS Environmental DNA (eDNA) sub-Facility is enhancing Australia’s capacity to monitor marine biodiversity from coastal waters to the sub-Antarctic.
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/3LfSBNf
@CSIRO
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/3LfSBNf
@CSIRO
Australia’s oceans are essential to our economy, lifestyle, and future. IMOS is a world-leading program playing a critical role in creating ocean information. IMOS delivers invaluable, long-term data and knowledge that deepens our understanding of marine ecosystems. #IMOSStrategy2025-2035
November 11, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Australia’s oceans are essential to our economy, lifestyle, and future. IMOS is a world-leading program playing a critical role in creating ocean information. IMOS delivers invaluable, long-term data and knowledge that deepens our understanding of marine ecosystems. #IMOSStrategy2025-2035
The National Research Infrastructure (NRI) Issues Paper consultation survey is now open. Have your say and help shape Australia’s future research infrastructure priorities as part of the 2026 NRI Roadmap process.
🔗 bit.ly/4qKpVwo
🔗 bit.ly/4qKpVwo
November 9, 2025 at 11:01 PM
The National Research Infrastructure (NRI) Issues Paper consultation survey is now open. Have your say and help shape Australia’s future research infrastructure priorities as part of the 2026 NRI Roadmap process.
🔗 bit.ly/4qKpVwo
🔗 bit.ly/4qKpVwo
Marine predators like sharks & red bass keep remote coral reefs connected. IMOS Acoustic Telemetry maps their movements, showing how they support healthy, resilient reefs. Read more 🔗 bit.ly/4nxUeDn #NCIRSImpact
November 5, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Marine predators like sharks & red bass keep remote coral reefs connected. IMOS Acoustic Telemetry maps their movements, showing how they support healthy, resilient reefs. Read more 🔗 bit.ly/4nxUeDn #NCIRSImpact
The National Marine Science Committee (NMSC) is seeking an independent, experienced leader from across the marine science community to lead implementation of the National Marine Science Strategy 2025–2035.
Applications close 28 November 2025.
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/4nx45tb
Applications close 28 November 2025.
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/4nx45tb
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The National Marine Science Committee (NMSC) is seeking an independent, experienced leader from across the marine science community to lead implementation of the National Marine Science Strategy 2025–2035.
Applications close 28 November 2025.
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/4nx45tb
Applications close 28 November 2025.
Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/4nx45tb
A new IMOS Environmental DNA (eDNA) sub-Facility is expanding Australia’s capacity to monitor marine biodiversity. We’re now selecting DNA assays that determine which organisms can be detected through metabarcoding, and we want your input!
Complete the short survey here 🔗 bit.ly/49ncCLO
Complete the short survey here 🔗 bit.ly/49ncCLO
November 3, 2025 at 11:00 PM
A new IMOS Environmental DNA (eDNA) sub-Facility is expanding Australia’s capacity to monitor marine biodiversity. We’re now selecting DNA assays that determine which organisms can be detected through metabarcoding, and we want your input!
Complete the short survey here 🔗 bit.ly/49ncCLO
Complete the short survey here 🔗 bit.ly/49ncCLO