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linked to implementing this plan and any other priorities as determined by the Board.

     9.10.6          The Park Manager will report quarterly to the Board on the implementation of this plan, park expenditure and performance indicators in a manner requested by the Board and consistent with any Parks Australia and government requirements.

     9.10.7          Information on performance monitoring in the park will be reported in the Director of National Park's annual report.

Actions

     9.10.8          Develop an implementation plan within the first 12 months of the release of this plan outlining the timeframes and priorities for implementing actions based on available resources and risk. Review the implementation plan in the fourth and eighth years of this plan, including progress of implementation and priorities, taking into account new knowledge and information.

     9.10.9          Within the first 12 months of this plan, prepare a Performance Monitoring Plan that specifies the measures that will be used to monitor performance indicators in the plan.

     9.10.10      Ensure the capacity to carry out the monitoring and reporting against performance indicators is reflected in the park staffing structure and staff work plans.

     9.10.11      Undertake a formal review of the plan in the eighth year of the plan. This review will be conducted by external reviewers and publically released. The purpose will be to:

        (a)      evaluate the effectiveness of the plan in managing the park's values and contributing to achieving the objectives and outcomes of the plan

        (b)      review progress against performance indicators over the life of the plan

        (c)       report on any prescribed policy or action that was not implemented, or which failed to achieve the desired aim(s) and determine the cause of any failures

        (d)      contribute to the development of the next plan through considering options for improving management of the park.

PART D
Managing use of Kakadu

       What park users need to know
       about accessing and using the park

     10                 Managing use of Kakadu National Park

This section sets out general policies for the use of the park and provisions of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) that apply to park users, including recreational activities, commercial activities, research and other park uses.

Background

Kakadu National Park offers a range of experiences for visitors and residents across the park, providing opportunities to appreciate the unique natural and cultural values. Some activities may be restricted and access to some areas in the park may be limited to ensure that the values of the park are conserved, that activities are conducted in a safe manner, and that other users of the park are not disturbed through the actions of others.

The EPBC Act (ss.354/354A and 355/355A) prohibits certain actions being taken in Commonwealth reserves except in accordance with