Author: Peter Lindsay
Source: News.com.au
May 29, 2012

"In the near future, the Federal Government will decide on the creation of a marine park system around Australia, including whether to establish the world's largest highly protected marine national park in the Coral Sea.

This singular act would be a fitting addition to Australia's long history of setting aside national parks to safeguard our natural wonders and unique wildlife.

It would also significantly contribute to safeguarding the health of the ocean, less than 1 per cent of which is highly protected at this time."

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