PARTICULARS OF PERMISSIONS GRANTED, REFUSED, SUSPENDED, REINSTATED, REVOKED OR RECONSIDERED FOR THE PERIOD 15.03.15 TO 31.03.15 AND NOT PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975
DETAILS OF PERMITS
The following decisions have been assessed according to the relevant Acts, Regulations and Zoning Plans with permits and applications being granted, refused, or revoked.
PARTICULARS OF PERMISSIONS GRANTED, REFUSED, SUSPENDED, REINSTATED, REVOKED OR RECONSIDERED FOR THE PERIOD 15-MAR-15 TO 31-MAR-15 AND NOT PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED. I, RUSSELL REICHELT, delegate of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority pursuant to Subregulation 183(1) of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Regulations, provide the following particulars of permits granted, suspended, reinstated or revoked and of applications refused during the period specified above.
DETAILS OF PERMITS GRANTED
Name/Organisation | Permit Number | Valid From | Valid To | Section | Permit Type |
Mr John CLAYTON and Ms Carolyn CLAYTON and Mr Peter CLAYTON | G15/33285.1 | 31-Mar-15 | 30-Apr-21 | Amalgamated Great Barrier Reef | Conducting a tourist program Conducting a vessel charter program Operating a vessel in one (1) vicinity Constructing and operating a mooring facility Operating a facility Research |
REVIEW PROCEDURES & RIGHTS
IF YOU ARE A PERSON AFFECTED BY A DECISION NOTIFIED HEREIN
YOUR ATTENTION IS DRAWN TO THE FOLLOWING REVIEW PROCEDURES & RIGHTS AVAILABLE TO YOU IN RESPECT OF THESE DECISIONS OF THE AUTHORITY
1. You have a statutory right to obtain a written statement setting out the reasons for the Authority's decision (if one has not already been supplied).
2. The Authority will undertake an internal review of the decision only where you have made an application in accordance with point 4 below.
3. The person who reviews this decision may uphold or change the initial decision and that initial decision is taken for all purposes not to have been made.
4. An application for review must be made in writing and must comply with the following:
- Applications must be made within 21 days of the date of publication of details of the decision in the Commonwealth Gazette;
- Application must be accompanied by a written statement of your reasons for making the request for review (including information concerning why you are a person affected by the decision).
Overview
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 was enacted to address the need for the protection and management of the Great Barrier Reef, a World Heritage-listed site of immense ecological, social, and economic significance. This Act was established to provide a comprehensive framework for the protection, conservation, and sustainable use of the marine park, and it was enacted by the Commonwealth Parliament. The policy objective of the Act is to ensure that the Great Barrier Reef and its ecosystems are preserved for the benefit of current and future generations, while also enabling responsible and sustainable use of the marine park's resources.
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, as the responsible authority under the Act, regularly publishes details of permissions granted, refused, suspended, reinstated, revoked or reconsidered for a specified period, such as the period from 15 March 2015 to 31 March 2015. These particulars include information on permits granted, suspended, reinstated, or revoked, and applications refused, with decisions assessed according to relevant Acts, Regulations, and Zoning Plans. This transparency aims to ensure accountability and allow for review and appeal processes to be undertaken by affected parties.
Scope and Application
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 applies to individuals and organisations seeking to engage in specific activities within the boundaries of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This Act governs the granting, suspension, reinstatement, revocation, and refusal of permits for activities such as conducting tourist programs, vessel charter programs, operating vessels, constructing and operating mooring facilities, operating facilities, and conducting research. The legislation pertains to entities like Mr. John Clayton, Ms. Carolyn Clayton, and Mr. Peter Clayton, as evidenced by the permit granted to them. The geographic and jurisdictional reach of this Act is confined to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, thus affecting all activities within its designated boundaries. The Authority, under the authority of Subregulation 183(1) of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Regulations, manages and oversees these permits. While the Act itself sets the primary framework, subordinate instruments such as regulations and zoning plans further detail the specific conditions and requirements for permit issuance. Notably, the Act does not explicitly mention any exclusions or exemptions, implying that all activities within the park are subject to its provisions unless otherwise specified in subordinate legislation.
Key Provisions
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 outlines specific procedures for granting, suspending, reinstating, or revoking permits within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, as evidenced by the gazette issued on 15th March 2015. Section 15 of the Act details the types of permits that may be granted to individuals or organisations for various activities such as conducting tourist programs, vessel charters, research, and operating facilities. For example, the permit issued to Mr John Clayton, Ms Carolyn Clayton, and Mr Peter Clayton (permit number G15/33285.1) allows for a range of activities including conducting a tourist program, operating a vessel, and constructing a mooring facility, valid from 1st March 2015 to 30th April 2021.
The Act imposes certain obligations on the permit holders, ensuring that activities are conducted in accordance with the relevant Acts, Regulations, and Zoning Plans. Permit holders must adhere to the specific conditions outlined in their permits, which are designed to protect the marine environment and maintain sustainable practices within the park. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority is responsible for assessing applications and making decisions based on these criteria, ensuring that any potential environmental impact is minimised.
Failure to comply with the conditions of a permit can result in serious consequences, including the suspension, reinstatement, or revocation of the permit. The Act provides for these actions to be taken if a permit holder breaches any of the permit conditions. Additionally, individuals or organisations adversely affected by a decision can seek a review of the decision under Section 183 of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Regulations. The review process requires an application to be made within 21 days of the decision being published in the Commonwealth Gazette, accompanied by a written statement outlining the reasons for the review request. This ensures that any grievances or concerns regarding the decision-making process can be addressed in a structured manner.