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Tourism and Recreation Management

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service have developed management tools such as permits to provide for tourism opportunities and to minimise the impacts of tourism activities on the environment.
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Tourism and Recreation Publications

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Policies

Policy is the GBRMPA's statement of intent about an issue. It works within the law and interprets the law for the particular circumstances. A clear outline of intent can provide guidance and predictable management for staff and users of the Marine Park.
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Permit details

Search by name, location or activity to see details of the 820 operators.
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Research
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Education:
Reef ED - educate to keep it great

Industry Partnerships
Association of Marine Park Tourism Operators

Tourism and Recreation

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Tourism and recreation are important ways for people to experience and learn about the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and help conserve this World Heritage Area.

Approximately 1.9 million tourists and 4.9 million recreational visitors visit the Great Barrier Reef each year. More...

 

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