Marine Protected Areas
Ningaloo Marine Park (Commonwealth Waters) is managed to conserve a unique environment for the enjoyment of visitors. The Park was declared on 7 May 1987 under the National Parks and Wildlife Conservation Act 1975 (NPWC Act).The second Management Plan for Ningaloo Marine Park (Commonwealth Waters) came into effect on 3 July 2002. The Plan sets out the main objectives for management of the Park as conservation, recreation and science and education.
A cooperative arrangement between the Department of the Environment and Water Resources, the Western Australian Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC) and the Western Australian Department of Fisheries ensures that the Park is protected to allow sustainable recreation for current and future generations.