Department of Environment and Resource Management

Responsible for the management of Queensland's natural resources and environment, including water, salinity, vegetation management, Native Title, threatened species, resource security and sustainable development. Lead agency to the Queensland Government for environmental management matters including the assessment and approval of works in intertidal areas, internal water and the Great Barrier Reef catchment. Within the Department, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is responsible for field management in the Great Barrier Reef Coast Marine Park plus island and mainland national parks. QPWS is also the primary agency responsible for day-to-day field management in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation

Responsible for management of and research on fisheries and fisheries habitat in the Great Barrier Reef Region. The Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol is responsible for enforcement of fisheries regulations (including Dugong Protection Areas) and marine parks and transport legislation. The Department also provides a range of services to industries, business, research organisations, and government bodies to grow regional economies and strengthen industries

Department of Premier and Cabinet

Provides overall coordination and direction for Queensland Government involvement in Great Barrier Reef matters. Within the Department, the Reef Secretariat provides support for the Reef Water Quality Protection Plan.

Department of Local Government and Planning

Ensures essential planning and infrastructure are developed and delivered. This includes the development of regional plans along the Great Barrier Reef coast.

Department of Transport and Main Roads

Responsible for providing policy and strategic advice relating to Queensland's ports system. Within the Department, Maritime Safety Queensland is responsible for licencing, registration and the safe navigation of vessels. It is the lead response agency for oil and chemical spills.

Queensland Water Police

Enforces marine parks legislation and investigates crimes on the water.