Saving the Bay... Starts Today!

Hawksbill turtle AMCSMoreton Bay is an environmental jewel and arguably South East Queensland's greatest single economic asset.

But Moreton Bay and SEQ waterways' annual health reports show a decade-long decline. Queensland’s politicians need to understand how important it is to invest in the health of our waterways right now.

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Do Candidates for Mayor support Saving Moreton Bay and Beaches?

Vote climate

With the new State Government now considering its options, QCC has sought the support of all Mayoral candidates standing in the 28 April local Government election.

We asked each to support a statement;

I urge Premier Newman to introduce a Save Moreton Bay Plan aimed at reducing pollution levels entering the bay by 2014. As Mayor, I would support my Council's participation and equitable contribution to the Save Moreton Bay Plan.

To find out which Mayoral Candidates support Moreton Bay and our Beaches
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We Love Moreton Bay!

Moreton Island sunset

The calm blue water of Moreton Bay is South East Queensland’s marine playground. Its glorious subtropical islands and sheltered bays are the perfect place for swimming, sailing, windsurfing, fishing or quietly enjoying the beauty.

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Bay Health Check

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This year ’s Healthy Waterways report card shows the Bay’s continuing decline.

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Value of the Bay

dive wrecks

With industries that depend on healthy waterways and the Bay currently worth more than $5 billion per year it makes good economic sense to protect what is arguably South East Queensland's greatest economic asset.

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Problems & Solutions

crab

Its easier, cheaper and quicker to stop pollution getting into waterways and the Bay than trying to clean them up later. Fortunately recent studies have made it clear where the pollution is coming from and how to target areas to get the best bang for our buck.

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Who Pays?

Bulk water

Like any investment in the future that pays big dividends there are some upfront costs. The good news is that its easy to raise the money without slugging any one sector and without any effect on the state budget bottom line.

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