Putting Ghost Nets to Rest
The Australian Government has announced an extension to the Ghost Nets Initiative!
The announcement comes after months of pressure from AMCS and the wider environmental sector.
The project, run by Parks Australia, helps Indigenous Rangers and supporting organisations to detect and remove ghost nets and other plastic pollution from remote coastlines in northern Australia.
The announcement of $25.1 million over four years will expand the initiative to other coastal areas around Western Australia, the Torres Strait, and the Arafura Sea.
The project will be focused on detecting, removing, and disposing of ghost nets as well as other ocean pollution.
Until global solutions are achieved, including a strong and binding Global Plastics Treaty, government support for these programs is essential.
Thank you to everyone who helped advocate for continued funding for this critical work.
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HEADER IMAGE: Ghost nets held by an Indigenous Ranger from the Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation. Image by Sea Shepherd Australia.