GLYDE POINT Coastal gem OR environmental disaster?
Gunn Peninsular located 40km’s north east of Darwin and is home to:
· the beautiful & culturally significant Murrumujuk Beach · the barramundi and prawn nursery grounds of Shoal Bay
· the popular fishing destination Leaders Creek · the Rare rainforests and diverse mangroves of Glyde Point ·
is adjacent to the coral-reef fringed Vernon Islands ·
and is significant habitat for threatened species such as dugong and turtle
Situated on Darwin’s doorstep this area of natural qualities and cultural importance is very popular for locals, recreational fishers, Traditional Owners, and Tourists.
However the Government is planning to destroy these qualities and replace with: ·
Development of 4000 ha of dirty industry including smelters, chemical and fertilizer factories in the most fragile of environments, the coastal zone ·
Extensive clearing of unique mangrove and rainforest ecosystems · Reclamation of 1500 ha of ocean and mangroves ·
Dredging of a 4.9 kilometer channel for (another) new shipping port ·
Activities that greatly impact upon protected species including dugong and turtle. ·
High risk of oil spills, chemical pollution and shipping accidents ·
and a massive residential estate including a sewerage outfall
FURTHERMORE · It will cost hundreds of millions of taxpayers dollars and has no identified investors · The environmental assessment is being undertaken by the SAME government department (DIPE) that is proposing the development – a clear conflict of interest. The people of Darwin treasure their natural, healthy environment and all the services it offers.
It is also up to the people of Darwin to make sure it stays this way – every voice counts!
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THE FUTURE OF YOUR COASTAL ENVIRONMENT MAKE SURE YOUR VOICE IS HEARD. ·
Support the Gunn Peninsular campaign.
Inform your friends and family ·
Write directly to Chief Minster Clare Martin
Attend the Public Meeting (date to be announced)