Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2015L01389:body:0:p16
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2015L01389
Segment Type: other
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Character Range: 45585–48731

the Ramsar Ecological Character Description.

    3.1.2           The park will work collaboratively with stakeholders, particularly the Territory Administration, the Cocos (Keeling) Islands Shire Council and relevant natural heritage researchers and managers, in regard to regional approaches to the conservation and management of terrestrial and marine habitats and biodiversity within the Cocos (Keeling) Islands Province bioregion.

    3.1.3           The Director may take actions concerning native species within the park, including species listed under Part 13 of the EPBC Act, that are otherwise prohibited by the EPBC Act where they are necessary to implement this plan, or where they are otherwise necessary for preserving or protecting the park, protecting or conserving biodiversity, or protecting persons or property in the Park.

    3.1.4           Plant propagules may be taken and removed from the park by park staff or in accordance with a permit issued by the Director under the EPBC Regulations for the revegetation of the southern atoll. Plant propagules may only be taken after assessment of the potential impact of the activity on park vegetation and dependent communities, and subject to conditions that minimise such impact.

    3.1.5           Permits may be issued for the collection and removal of ironwood from the park for the purpose of building model boats and other craftwork within the Cocos community. A permit may be issued only if the environmental impacts would be minimal and after a thorough assessment of alternative sources has been completed by the proponent.

    3.1.6           Subject to invasive species/biosecurity and toxin risk assessments, hardwood and softwood timber may be brought into the park and used for management purposes. See also Action 3.1.11.

    3.1.7           Exotic weeds, animals and pathogens may be controlled or eradicated using chemicals, physical methods, but care will be taken to minimise the effects on non-target species (using minimum-residue chemicals wherever practicable, subject to Section 7.1, Assessment of proposals).

    3.1.8           Subject to risk assessments and required approvals, the Director may introduce, or issue a permit for the introduction of, non-native species into the park for conservation purposes – for example, for use in the biological control of one or more invasive species.

    3.1.9           Mining operations are prohibited in the park.

Actions
    3.1.10       In accordance with relevant sections of this plan, monitor and maintain the ecological character of the Ramsar listed wetland known as Pulu Keeling National Park. This will include monitoring characteristic biodiversity and changes to the lagoon and ecosystems, as well as monitoring and, as needed, mitigating the impacts of threats.

    3.1.11       Continue to implement targeted invasive weed and fauna management programs. This may include control programs for yellow crazy ants (subject to 3.3.6.d)

    3.1.12       Develop and implement strict biosecurity measures to assess and minimise the risk of the introduction and establishment of new invasive