John Sinclair had completed writing his book before his death in February 2019, the manuscript was edited and published in June 2024. The book was launched at the John Sinclair Memorial Lecture by Bob Brown on 15 June 2024. “John Sinclair stands tall … as one of the great environmental achievers of his time. This Continue reading
General Background
Background Information on Great Sandy Biosphere
What is a Biosphere? Biosphere reserves are sites recognised under UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Program that innovate and demonstrate approaches to conservation and sustainable development. They serve as ‘living laboratories’ for testing and demonstrating integrated management of land, water and biodiversity. The program was launched in 1971. They are endorsed by national governments based on a submission Continue reading
Fraser Island Visitor Statistics
A Five Year “Progress” Chart Permit Type 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-97 Permits People Permits People Permits People Permits People Permits People (1 month) permits 30,588 111,199 33,202 120,323 33,713 122,797 35,061 128,434 36,476 130,163 (12 month) permits 403 N/A 403 N/A 370 N/A 353 N/A 267 N/A Permits to camp 20,093 81,849 20,087 82,765 Continue reading
Summary of Reviewed Fraser Island World Heritage Values
This report is the result of a comprehensive review undertaken by the Fraser Island World Heritage Scientific Advisory Committee in conjunction with other scientists. Peer review of this paper has not been completed at the time of going to press. This report contains a review of the World Heritage value of the Fraser Island World Continue reading