In 2001 NQCC led the campaign against the application to explore for oil in the Coral Sea just outside the boundary of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Since then we have been actively campaigning to have the Marine Park boundary extended to include the unique and magnificent reefs, islands and atolls of the Coral Sea. This would ensure that both the Coral Sea and the Great Barrier Reef are never threatened by the damage that can be caused by this industry.
Why extending the Marine Park is the best option?
Extending the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and World Heritage Zone to Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone has many benefits, it will
prohibit the development of a future offshore oil industry;
protect an under-represented and under-protected ecosystem;
ensure sustainable management of existing and future industries;
protect breeding areas for endangered marine turtles;
protect rookeries for many migratory bird species;
conserve the internationally renowned Coral Sea shark populations;
create awareness of the unique beauty of this special area;
protect the aquatic mega-fauna this area is becoming renowned for;
enhance the image of this region as an eco-tourism destination.
Click here for more information on the Save Our Seas Campaign.
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