Australia exceeds global marine protection targets but faces conservation challenges
Australia has protected over 52 percent of its marine territory, exceeding global targets set for 2030. However, experts warn that only 24 percent of these areas are highly protected, with controversial activities like bottom trawling still permitted. A review of marine protected areas is underway, potentially strengthening conservation efforts ahead of COP31 in Türkiye.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 19:47 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 19:50 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: SBS News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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