Publications related to marine protection
Ice Breaker: Pushing the boundaries for Whales
Mean global temperature could reach 2°C above pre- industrial levels by 2042, leading to significant impacts on Southern Ocean whales. According to state-of-the-art climate models, under 2°C global warming, the area of the Southern Ocean covered by sea ice is projected to shrink by an average of 10-15%. This reduction could be up to 30% in some regions, meaning that species that are heavily dependent on sea ice, such as the Antarctic minke whale (Balaenoptera bonaerensis) are projected to lose between 5-30% of ice-associated habitat within 40 years - little more than the life time of an individual whale.
The Value of our Oceans: The Economic Benefits of Marine Biodiversity and Healthy Ecosystems
With this report we want to take an economic angle in shedding light on the values we receive from the oceans and the life therein, but which we usually take for granted. The marine environment, its habitats and species have shaped and are still shaping our world, our culture and many people’s daily lives. We want to show what the loss of healthy oceans will mean to our economies and individual people’s incomes and livelihoods. We want to show what we loose if we don’t change.
Coral Sea Biodiversity Review: Sharks and Fish
A new report commissioned by WWF-Australia has found that shark and other marine species populations in Australia's Coral Sea are particularly vulnerable to fishing and other threats. The research finds that sharks that live around reefs in the Coral Sea do not travel far, preferring to "stay at home" on their reefs. This makes these populations especially vulnerable to threats and adds more weight to WWF's calls for protection of the Coral Sea.
Interview with David Suzuki (06 Sep 2006)
In this video podcast Dr David Suzuki, award-winning scientist and environmentalist, talks to WWF-Australia about why humans are the real reason our planet is degrading at such a fast rate and how we can turn this around.
A case for Queensland wetlands law reform
Wetlands in Queensland are under threat from development, water extraction and infrastructure, invasive species, climate change and declining water quality. Yet these kidneys of the ecosystem are vital to water cycles and biodiversity, and Queensland has a special responsibility to protect and manage the 39 types of wetlands we have.
This report summary shows efforts to conserve wetlands across Queensland are failing, with over 70% lost in some reef catchments, and proposesa a wetlands Environment Protection Policy (EPP) to prohibit very damaging activities, such as draining.
Marine Debris in Nothern Territory Waters 2004
Foreign man made items continue to smother northern Australian beaches at a rate of 2,015 items per kilometre, threatening marine turtles and other species with an uncertain future. In 2004, beaches on the northern Australian coastline were again surveyed for marine debris, the results are outlined in this report.
WWF Highlights for 2005
Over the past six months, we have witnessed millions of hectares of biologically diverse areas protected - both on land and at sea. Find out more about these and other important results of WWF's international work.
The Changing Nature of High Seas Fishing
Using examples from the Southern Ocean, this report outlines how flags of convenience provide cover for pirate fishing operations.
Ecosystem-Based Management (EBM) in Marine Capture Fisheries
Fisheries managers, environmental agencies and the fishing industry are adopting a range of tools that can contribute to ecosystem-based management (EBM) of fisheries. This report examines three of those tools, and considers how each can contribute to improved fisheries management.
The Net Kit: A Fishing Net Identification Guide for Northern Australia
Fishing net identification guide, providing communities, industry and other concerned groups and individuals with a tool to provide WWF with data to help pinpoint the source and type of nets washing ashore.
Marine debris in Northern Territory Waters 2003
The latest results from WWF's marine debris monitoring program - carried out over a network of six key sites - indicating that most rubbish drifting into Northern Territory waters is plastic, and causes significant impacts to marine turtles.
The Implications of Climate Change for Australia's Great Barrier Reef
Summary document detailing the ecological, economic and social impacts of coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef and the policy implications required to combat these impacts. Produced by WWF-Australia and the Queensland Tourism Industry Council.
The Implications of Climate Change for Australia's Great Barrier Reef (Full Report)
Report detailing the ecological, economic and social impacts of coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef and the policy implications required to combat these impacts. Produced by WWF-Australia and the Queensland Tourism Industry Council.
The Implications of Climate Change for Australia's Great Barrier Reef (Executive Summary)
Executive summary detailing the ecological, economic and social impacts of coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef and the policy implications required to combat these impacts. Produced by WWF-Australia and the Queensland Tourism Industry Council.
The Implications of Climate Change for Australia's Great Barrier Reef (Key Findings)
Key findings of the full report detailing the ecological, economic and social impacts of coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef and the policy implications required to combat these impacts. Produced by WWF-Australia and the Queensland Tourism Industry Council.
Marine Debris in Northern Territory Waters 2002
Report on WWF-Australia's annual marine debris survey of Cape Arnhem, eastern and southern Groote Eylandt, and Elcho Island on our northern coastline.
Securing Australia's Great Barrier Reef
This report proposes world-class protection for special, unique and representative areas in the Great Barrier Reef, examining overfishing, run-off, and coral bleaching caused by global warming.
Ningaloo marine turtle conference, Exmouth WA
This conference was convened for the purpose of bringing together interest groups, the community and individuals to share information and stimulate increased interest in the Ningaloo Community Turtle Monitoring Program.
Northeast Arnhem Land Marine Debris Survey 2001
Findings from WWF-Australia's annual marine debris survey of the Cape Arnhem region of the Northern Territory.
