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Decision soon from World Heritage Council on the Great Barrier Reef

Degraded coral reefs at Lizard Island, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Degraded coral reefs at Lizard Island, Northern Great Barrier Reef Source: AAP

Experts say an 'in danger' listing will encourage collective action on preserving the reef, but the federal government is opposing that decision.



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