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Sunrise over the Great Barrier Reef at Lady Elliot island

Sunrise over the Great Barrier Reef at Lady Elliot island Source: Getty Images

But with eco-tourism operators set to benefit most from the scheme, conservation groups say the government is avoiding tackling the main issue.


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By Rachel Cary

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But with eco-tourism operators set to benefit most from the scheme, conservation groups say the government is avoiding tackling the main issue.



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