Two new artificial reefs are set to be installed in the Great Sandy Marine Park, with the $2.5m project set to benefit recreational boaties, snorkelers, scuba divers and kayakers.

The best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef is from June to October ... head to the southern part of the region (between the Capricorn Coast and Fraser Island), where temperatures are cooler ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Fraser Coast ... The new artificial reefs will join other diving attractions in the Wide Bay region, including the HMAS Tobruk. Member for Burnett Stephen ...