TRAFFIC ( Oceania ).

  • Prepared a major report on bush clearing and the destruction of forests and woodlands which led to the strengthening of government regulations to prevent such destructive practices.
  • Played a lead role in achieving one of the most important whale protection measures of all time--the Southern Ocean WhaleSanctuary.
  • Revealed major point sources of acid gas production inAustralia.
  • Assisted in the study of koala reintroduction and rehabilitation after the 1994 bush-fires.
  • Provided support for the conservation of dozens of endangered species, and successfully lobbied governments to develop a national endangered species programme and legislation.
  • Played a significant role in the development of the National Strategy for the Conservation of Australia's Biological Diversity.

In recognition of these efforts, WWF-Australia was given the Banksia Foundation Award for 1994 for flora and fauna conservation. These awards are given every year to individuals, organisations or companies making a positive contribution to environmental concerns.

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