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Reef 2050 Plan
The Australian and Queensland governments’ Reef 2050 Long-Term Sustainability Plan (Reef 2050 Plan) provides an overarching long-term strategy for managing the Great Barrier Reef — it coor
Ports along the Great Barrier Reef
Commercial shipping is vital to Queensland’s economy. To cater for this industry, there are 10 major trading ports and two minor ones along the Great Barrier Reef coast.
Dredging and dredge material disposal
Dredging takes place to establish and maintain safe access channels for ships and other vessels at ports or marinas.
Management
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Filming and photography guidelines
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park is one of the world's natural wonders and has been featured in numerous documentaries, films and photographic works.
Douglas Shoal environmental remediation project
When coal carrier Shen Neng 1 ran aground in April 2010, it caused extensive damage to Douglas Shoal.
Sea temperature
Sea temperature plays a critical role in the life of marine species and warming oceans are causing widespread and severe impacts.
Coastal development
The Great Barrier Reef catchment is used for agriculture, urban and industrial development, mining, port activities and island development.