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CONTRIBUTED PAPER PROGRAM
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WORKSHOPS - Tuesday 10th February 2009
Workshop 1: Environmental Economics Research Hub
Time: 8.30am – 5.30pm
Cost:
- Complimentary for current members of the Research Hub
- $100.00 per person, all day (Sessions 1, 2 & 3)
- $80.00 per person (Session 3 only)
Workshop 2:
Workshop and Reef Tour: The future of the Great Barrier Reef
Time: 7.30am – 5.30pm
Cost: $175 per person
This workshop will happen on board the Evolution, a wave piercing catamaran operated by Haba Dive, which is chartered for the day. After a short and scenic coach transfer from Cairns to Port Douglas, the Evolution will take members to various reefs that will vividly illustrate the workshop theme and display the diversity and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.
Snorkelling and diving will be available for those participants wishing to engage in these activities or for those that wish to stay dry, you can view the reef through the glass bottom boat.
Presentations and discussions will be held onboard and in-between various dive and snorkel opportunities. Sumptuous refreshments and a tropical buffet lunch will be served throughout the day. This trip is highly suitable for spouses also.
The focus of the workshop is to explain the bio-physical and ecological issues associated with the Great Barrier Reef. The tour will visit reefs in both pristine and poor condition to help demonstrate the impact of different pressures such deteriorating water quality on reef condition.
Leading scientists to talk at the workshop will address issues such as:
- Where does water pollution in the GBR catchment come from?
- How do pollutants affect the health of the reef?
- What are some of the policies and on-ground programs that seek to improve water quality and how successful are they?
Speakers on the tour will include:
- Jon Brodie (JCU) - "Agriculture-based pollutants"
- Britta Schaffelke (AIMS) - "Impact on corals and reefs"
- Hugh Yorkston (GBRMPA) - "Policy and management responses"
- David Haynes and Moni Carlisle (TERRAIN NRM ) - "On-ground programmes and incentives"
Conditions:
- Bookings must be received no later than 27th January 2009.
- Places are strictly limited - ‘first in, first served’.
- We reserve the right to re-arrange or cancel the trip due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. In case of cancellation, a full refund will be provided. If an alternate workshop venue is arranged, cost adjustments will be made.
- Workshop participants will need to supply a mobile telephone number and their hotel name.
For further information on Haba Dive, please visit their website: www.habadive.com.au
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