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Erosion – Sand Bags
Great Keppel Island is subject to erosion caused by serve
weather storms and high tides. The erosion is clearly
evident at Putney Beach where the eroded sand dunes
are nearly reaching seaside buildings. The dunes and
buildings are being protected by hundreds of sandbags
that line the sand dunes edge. These bags are designed
to prevent the shoreline from eroding away. Danger signs
are also visible to highlight unauthorised areas. These
unauthorised areas prevent people from causing greater
damaged to the eroded dunes and most of all damage to
themselves.
No Anchoring Zones
There are two no anchoring zones on Great Keppel Island
including Monkey beach reef and Big Peninsula. The No
Anchoring zones are installed as reefs within Keppel Bay
are being affected by both coral bleaching and
flooding. Unfortunately, some reefs in Keppel Bay are
showing signs of anchor damage. The damage to the reef
is minimised through implementing anchoring zones
which helps to increase reef resilience (helping to keep
the reefs healthy and strong).
Fishing regulations and Snorkelling Rules
Fishing is a popular recreation at Great Keppel Island.
There is a vast variety of different marine life and coral
reefs to explore. To protect marine life and coral reefs
fishing regulations and snorkelling rules are implemented.
Fishing regulations ensure that people only catch fish of
the correct size and ensure they are aware of protected
species. Snorkelling rules are enforced during the tours at
Great Keppel Island. These snorkelling rules ensure people
do not damage the coral reefs or marine life when
participating in these tours.