A huge thank you to all 56,000+ supporters who signed our petition before the federal Environment Minister released the Coral Sea draft plan on 25 November 2011.
Now we need your help again!
The plan is a good start by banning oil and gas extraction and trawling. But most of the Coral Sea’s fragile coral reefs are left unprotected.
You can make a difference!
Ask Environment Minister Tony Burke to do the job properly. Send a rapid submission now – it takes less than 20 seconds!
See the government's draft map here.
23 February
More than 300 eminent scientists from Australia and from 21 other countries around the world today urged the Federal Government to create the world’s largest no-take marine reserve in the Coral Sea. Their statement identifies six main reasons for extending the level of protection in the proposed marine reserve. Check out the media release here.
23 February
A mega huge thank you to Avaaz for calling for proper protection of Australia's Coral Sea and its spectacular coral reefs. There are only 36 HOURS LEFT to speak up for our marine Australians, please send a submission to Environment Minister Tony Burke now: http://www.protectourcoralsea.org.au/act-now. You can also read our latest e-alert here.
22 February
Read our latest E-Alert here: 2 Days Left to Protect the Coral Sea!
Our campaign is supported by some great organisations, businesses and influential individuals who support the protection of Australia's Coral Sea. Check out our:
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Shackleton
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Rafter
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Jim Clark
Your letter will be sent to the Australian Environment Minister Tony Burke.
Or, click here for information on how to write a more detailed submission
Check out this inspiring short music clip created by Protect our Coral Sea Ambassador Isabel Lucas and her musician boyfriend Angus Stone - it also features beautiful song 'In the City of Lights' by Julia Stone. You can show your love for the Coral Sea too, by sending a submission to Minister Burke!
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