Widespread support for marine parks

In a recent speech to the SA Parliament Mark Parnell argued that:

"There is in the community view that the conservation of biological diversity also has an ethical basis. We share the earth with many other life forms which warrant [our] respect, whether or not they are of benefit to us. Earth belongs to the future as well as to the present. No single species or generation can claim it as its own."

To read the full text of this speech then follow this link.

The other side of marine parks

For a compelling summary of the issues around the marine parks debate have a look at this letter to the Yorke Peninsula Country Times

"Marine parks have been the subject of detailed studies, reports and field surveys here in South Australia for the best part of two decades. It is full of science and backed by some of the best scientific advice and minds in the country. These are people who passionately care about our environment and about ensuring it isn’t squandered for those generations to come, is preserved for the good of the environment and not used solely for the recreation of the few."

To read the full article go to:
http://www.ypct.com.au/your-view/8688-the-other-side-of-marine-parks.html.