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Australia is the custodian of a diverse range of continental and
oceanic islands. From Heard and Macquarie in the sub-Antarctic, to
temperate Lord Howe and Norfolk, to the tropical Cocos (Keeling)
and the islands of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia's islands
contain some of the nation's most iconic fauna, flora and
ecosystems. They are a refuge for over 35% of Australia's
threatened species and for many others declining on mainland
Australia. They also have significant cultural value, especially
for Indigenous communities, and economic value as centres for
tourism. Australian Island Arks presents a compelling case for
restoring and managing islands to conserve our natural heritage.
With contributions from island practitioners, researchers and
policy-makers, it reviews current island management practices and
discusses the need and options for future conservation work.
Chapters focus on the management of invasive species, threatened
species recovery, conservation planning, Indigenous cultural values
and partnerships, tourism enterprises, visitor management, and
policy and legislature. Case studies show how island restoration
and conservation approaches are working in Australia and what the
emerging themes are for the future. Australian Island Arks will
help island communities, managers, visitors and decision-makers to
understand the current status of Australia's islands, their
management challenges, and the opportunities that exist to make
best use of these iconic landscapes.
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