Australia’s environment minister wants to ban fishers and drillers from more ocean – and avoid a culture war
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Australian Environment Minister Murray Watt plans to increase ocean protection by an additional half a million square kilometers, aiming to prohibit fishing and drilling activities in these areas. This initiative is part of Australia's commitment to protect 30% of its ocean estate by banning extractive industries, aligning with an international agreement for ocean conservation. The review of national marine parks seeks to address concerns from conservationists regarding previous downgrades in marine protection implemented during the Abbott era. Watt's pledge aims to strike a balance and avoid potential conflict while enhancing marine conservation efforts across Australia's ocean territories. The timing of the implementation and specific locations are yet to be fully detailed.
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