Functions of the MPRA

The key functions of the MPRA are to:

• Be the vesting authority with responsibility for the care, control and management of marine parks, marine nature reserves and marine management areas that are reserved under the provisions of the Conservation and Land Management Act.
• Advise the Minister for the Environment on proposals for marine parks and reserves and their management.
• Develop policies for the preservation of the natural marine and estuarine environments of the State and the provision of facilities for the enjoyment of those environments by the community and promote appreciation of marine and estuarine plants and animals and natural environments.
• Submit management plans for marine parks and reserves to the Minister.
• Develop guidelines for monitoring the implementation of management plans.
• Set performance criteria and conduct periodic audits of the implementation of management plans.
• Promote necessary study or research.