The Federal Government has announced it will establish a community advisory committee to assist in protecting the Ningaloo reef.

 

Federal Environment Minister Tony Burke announced the formation of the committee while attending the one-year anniversary of the listing of the Ningaloo Coast’s World Heritage Listing.

 

“The Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Advisory committee will allow community members, including traditional owners, to play a role in the protection and stewardship of the Ningaloo Coast,” Mr Burke said.

 

“With the support of a World Heritage project officer, the advisory committee will play a pivotal role in protecting the outstanding universal value of the Ningaloo Coast that led to its inscription on the World Heritage List.”

 

 

In addition to funding for the advisory committee, a further $496,000 has been allocated towards feral animal control at Ningaloo to reduce threats posed to threatened species and habitats.