Research Project

Question 1

Two possible solutions

Answer 1

The ships take a different route, where the reef isn’t destroyed
A different mode of transport is used

Question 2

Action taken by the government

Answer 2

The federal and Queensland state government invest approximately $200 million annually to ensure the reefs health. They also have many plans such as trust funds to ensure their commitment to the reefs longevity

Question 3

Discuss the issue

Answer 3

The Great Barrier Reef in Queensland is being dredged so that large ships can enter and leave the Australian coast. When the Great Barrier Reef is dredged it destroys the reef and kills many of the sea life. The Great Barrier Reef supports a $6 billion tourist industry and about 70,000 jobs therefore without the reef Australia would lose a lot of tourism and many people would be unemployed