Marine Parks (Great Sandy) Zoning Plan 2017.

Subject

Sea, Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Coastal zone management Marine protected areas Protected area Zoning Cartilaginous fishes National parks Endangered species Protection of habitats Protection of species Marine mammals Indigenous peoples Traditional rights/customary rights

Geographical area

Asia and the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, Indian Ocean, Oceania, South Pacific

Entry into force notes

The Plan enters into force on 1 September 2017.

Abstract

The key policy objective of the Marine Parks (Great Sandy) Zoning Plan 2017 is to remake the existing Marine Parks (Great Sandy) Zoning Plan 2006 in substantially the same form with minor amendments to ensure the continuity of existing rules while a more comprehensive review process is being implemented. The Great Sandy Marine Park Zoning Plan plays a key role in the protection of the natural, cultural and use values of the marine park. The Zoning Plan is subordinate legislation to support the Marine Parks Act 2004 and prescribes the entry and use provisions of each zone and designated area type in the marine park and other management arrangements. Without the Zoning Plan in place, provisions relating to the following matters would not be able to be implemented creating an unacceptable risk: protection of threatened species such as grey nurse sharks, dugong, turtles and shorebirds; management of the entry and use of the marine park including coastal development, tourism, charter, research, and education programs; the number and type of species that can be collected and possessed; restrictions pertaining to activities such as bait netting, crabbing and fishing and collecting in certain zones and designated areas; accreditation of agreements with Traditional Owners on the use of marine resources; and protection of designated Indigenous fish trap areas.

Full text

English

Website

www.legislation.qld.gov.au

References - Legislation

Implements

Marine Parks Act 2004.

Legislation | Australia | 2004 (2016)

Keyword: Coastal zone management, Marine protected areas, Protected area, Management/conservation, National parks, Cultural heritage, Indigenous peoples

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Marine Parks (Great Sandy) Zoning Plan 2006.

Legislation | Australia | 2006 (2014)

Keyword: Coastal zone management, Marine protected areas, Protected area, Zoning, Cartilaginous fishes, National parks, Indigenous peoples

Source: FAO, FAOLEX