Paper highlights need to address Tasmania's marine ecosystem decline

Adam Holmes
Updated October 4 2020 - 6:15pm, first published 12:45pm
A sea urchin barren on the East Coast. The species' spread is one of many ecosystem issues caused by rapidly waters. Picture: Jon Bryan
A sea urchin barren on the East Coast. The species' spread is one of many ecosystem issues caused by rapidly waters. Picture: Jon Bryan

A new discussion paper has detailed a lack of overarching policy guidelines to protect Tasmania's marine environment, despite the state having comprehensive research bodies repeatedly publishing research on ecosystem issues.

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Adam Holmes

Adam Holmes

Journalist at The Examiner and Advocate, Tasmania

From Adelaide to south-west Victoria, Bendigo to Tasmania, I've provided in-depth stories in politics, environmental affairs, issues facing disadvantaged communities, legal affairs and much more. Contact me at adam.holmes@examiner.com.au or on Twitter at @adamholmes010

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