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Marine national parks and sanctuaries

Victoria's coasts and seas are beautiful and unique. But they are at risk. We need to protect our marine environment now and you can help.

Over the past eight years no major progress has been made in better protecting our marine environment. To help create a healthy ocean for everyone we urgently need:

  • An assessment of Victoria's marine habitats, values and threats.
  • The completion of a marine action plan.
  • New marine planning legislation.
  • Additions to our current network of marine national parks and sanctuaries.

What you can do

Every action helps, but probably the most important thing you can do right now is bring this issue to the attention of Victorian Premier Ted Baillieu.

Please use our online letter asking them to commit to the four key actions above, and help protect our fragile marine world before it is changed forever.

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Become a marine defender

We need people to become marine defenders and help spread the word about the importance of greater marine protection. So visit our marine defenders page and find out how you can get involved!

Become a marine defender

 

Explore our marine worldMarine TV

With our new Marine TV pages you can explore Victoria's magnificent underwater world without even getting your toes wet!

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New marine report released

The VNPA has released its fourth nature conservation review, a detailed scientific report looking at the need to better protect Victoria's marine environment.

The review was carried out by Australian Marine Ecology, a scientific organisation specialising in marine ecological research and consulting.

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TV ad highlights fragile marine world

VNPA marine ad campaign launchedOur new marine conservation television ad aims to raise awareness about the threats facing Victoria's unique marine environment, and encourage people to be part of the solution.

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Explore underwater Victoria!

Explore Underwater VictoriaWe've launched a new website showcasing the beauty and diversity of Victoria's magnificent underwater world. Developed with support from Museum Victoria and Reef Watch Victoria, it's a great resource.

Explore Underwater Victoria


Marine national parks FAQ sheet

Our new marine FAQ sheet explains the important role marine national parks and sanctuaries play in protecting our ocean biodiversity and why Victoria needs to boost its underwater protection.

View marine FAQ sheet