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processing research permits are finite and research applications need to be prioritised to ensure identified knowledge gaps are filled.

    * The results of research and monitoring need to be clearly communicated to park staff and Bininj/Mungguy and, if appropriate, visitors and the general public.

    * Bininj/Mungguy interests and traditional knowledge play a fundamental part in understanding changes in and condition of park values and need to be incorporated into research projects.

    * Effective working relationships with the Supervising Scientist, ERISS and other key partners and stakeholders are essential.

Policies

     7.1.1              The priorities for research will be directed to:

        (a)      ensure that the park's management is based on the best available evidence

        (b)      fill the most important gaps in knowledge (those that most impede good management and achieving the objectives of this plan)

        (c)       ensure that the best available knowledge is widely and appropriately available, accessible and applied, particularly to those implementing management (and that there are systematic and effective mechanisms for the storage and access of knowledge)

        (d)      ensure that appropriate monitoring programmes provide accurate measurement of park management performance, and that such information is publicly available

        (e)      establish or enhance research collaborations that facilitate significant, cost-effective research and ensure that knowledge and tools developed are shared among the neighbours of the park and other stakeholders

        (f)        ensure Bininj/Mungguy and staff have opportunities to participate and receive training in research and to develop research and/or land management skills.

     7.1.2              The Director may carry out research and monitoring that involves actions covered by ss.354 and 354A and Part 13 of the EPBC Act that are consistent with the objectives of this plan and helps improve management of the park.

     7.1.3              The Director and the Board will consult and seek advice from the KRMAC as necessary (see also Section 4: Joint management).

     7.1.4              Partnerships with institutions and organisations will be developed and maintained to ensure that the research priorities determined by the Board in consultation with the KRMAC are funded and addressed.

     7.1.5              Research activities will be conducted in accordance with the research guidelines approved by the Board.

     7.1.6              Research activities will contribute to implementing the Parks Australia Management Effectiveness Framework including adaptive management to take account of the latest information (see 9.10: Implementing and evaluating the plan).

     7.1.7              Bininj/Mungguy will be consulted about research and monitoring activities in accordance with the research guidelines approved by the Board and Indigenous research protocols developed under Section 7.1.10.

     7.1.8              Research and monitoring activities will be undertaken in collaboration with neighbours, regional agencies and others where possible so information, costs and outcomes can be shared.

Actions

     7.1.9              In consultation with KRMAC, develop, implement, review and update a Research and Monitoring Strategy that:

        (a)      identifies research