Part 1. Setting the international and national scene -- Part 2. Australia's marine protected area systems -- Part 3. Key aspects of Australian marine protected areas -- Part 4. Differing perspectives on Australian marine protected areas -- Part 5. Synthesis
Summary
Big, Bold and Blue: Lessons from Australia's Marine Protected Areas captures Australia's experience, sharing important lessons from the Great Barrier Reef and many other extraordinary marine protected areas. It presents real-world examples, leading academic research, perspectives on government policy, and information from indigenous sea country management, non-governmental organisations, and commercial and recreational fishing sectors. The lessons learnt during the rapid expansion of Australia's marine protected areas, both positive and negative, will aid and advise other nations in their own marine conservation efforts. --Back cover