Advisory committees

Advisory committees advise the Reef Authority on actions that can be taken to address the risks to the Great Barrier Reef, comprising of a range of stakeholders with expertise in relevant areas.

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Reef Advisory Committees

First established in 1999, our Reef Advisory Committees comprise a cross-section of stakeholder interests with expertise and experience in relevant areas.

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Tourism Reef Advisory Committee

The Tourism Reef Advisory Committee provides advice to the Marine Park Authority Board on the management of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

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Indigenous Reef Advisory Committee

The Indigenous Reef Advisory Committee provides advice to the Marine Park Authority Board on the management of the Great Barrier Reef.

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Reef 2050 Advisory Committee

Reef 2050 Advisory Committee advises the Australian and Queensland governments on implementation and review of the Reef 2050 Plan.

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Local Marine Advisory Committees

Local Marine Advisory Committees, voluntary community-based committees advises the Reef Authority Marine Park management issues at a local level.