Legislative Council - Fifty-Second Parliament, First Session (52-1)
2011-09-13 Daily Xml

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MARINE PARKS

In reply to the Hon. D.G.E. HOOD (5 April 2011).

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Public Sector Management, Minister for the Status of Women, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Government Enterprises, Minister for Gambling): The Minister for Environment and Conservation has advised:

1. There is broad scientific consensus about the effectiveness of marine park sanctuary zones in fostering marine biodiversity conservation. The Government's marine parks program has been informed by the work of world's best practice local, national and international marine science.

2. No.

3. No. The resources required to undertake management activities will be identified and allocated once marine park management plans are finalised.