Hi,

I am usually not much in forums but I think this is a note worth posting. Just received the following message from a good friend:

"Dear Karin,

today I am contacting you regarding an amazing initiative organised by a coalition of NGOs in Australia to give the establishment of strictly protected areas a boost.
The coming week is essential. The Australian Minister for Environment is considering the future conservation status for large areas of Australian waters, as you can see in the map attached.
As you see, the potential for success is huge, but the risk of losing this opportunity is at least as high.
WDCS promotes the coalition's initiative internationally and see it would be really amazing to have you get engaged as well communicating this important initiative to the windsurf community, especially in Australia.
Please join the voices calling the Australian Government to follow scientific recommendations and put in place a network of large marine sanctuaries throughout these waters. Call on them to set a new international standard for protection of this wonderful part of the world.
There is a chance to have a unique decision being made which sets a shining example internationally to protect large ecosystems and its wildlife.
Take Action and send your Protest E-mail today:
WDCS, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
information page: whales.org/
WDCS online email to the Environment Minister: secure2.wdcs.org/view_e_protest_common.php?e_protest_select=47&&select=535
SOML, Save our Marine Life Coalition
information page: www.saveourmarinelife.org.au/file.php?file=/about.html
SOML online email to the Prime Minister: http://www.saveourmarinelife.org.au/sandy/#petition



We appreciate your support!"