Reef Plan is a joint commitment of the Australian and Queensland governments. The plan is a collaborative program of coordinated projects and partnerships designed to improve the quality of water in the Great Barrier Reef.
The purpose of this Act is to regulate the clearing of vegetation in a way that:
The Annan-Endeavour Catchment Management Group has developed this Strategy in close association with all interested community, government and industry groups.
The Laura-Normanby Catchment Area covers a vast and relatively undeveloped area with extensive riverine and wetland systems, one of Queensland's largest conservation areas (Lakefield National Park), numerous sacred aboriginal sites, good cattle country and rich agricultural lands.