Victorian National Parks Association

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The Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) is the prime supporter of nature conservation in the Australian state of Victoria. The VNPA is an independent, not-for-profit nature conservation organisation whose vision is for Victoria to be a place with a diverse and healthy natural environment that is protected, respected and enjoyed by all.

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Since 1952, [1] the VNPA has been helping shape the agenda for creating and managing national parks, conservation reserves and other important natural areas across land and sea. The VNPA works with all levels of government, scientists and the community to achieve long-term, best-practice environmental outcomes. It also provides opportunities for the community to enjoy and learn about nature through its bushwalking and activities program and citizen science programs NatureWatch and ReefWatch.

History

The Victorian National Parks Association was formed in 1952 when Victoria had 13 national parks but did not have [ clarification needed ] any legislation governing these parks. As of 2007, Victoria had 52 national parks (including 13 marine national parks), 30 state parks, three wilderness parks, and 11 marine sanctuaries protected under the National Parks Act. [2] The expansion of the state's parks has led to VNPA encouraging the state government and other private entities to provide additional funding for the conservation of these important areas. [3]

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References

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  2. ↑ "Who Is The VNPA?". Victorian National Parks Association. 2007. Archived from the original on 1 February 2008. Retrieved 5 February 2008.
  3. ↑ Melissa Fyfe (4 June 2004). "State Goes Greener as Parks Expand". The Age. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
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  14. ↑ Sarah Wotherspoon (26 January 2008). "Murray Logging Appeal". Herald Sun. Retrieved 5 February 2008.
  15. ↑ "Parks 'Needed' To Save River Red Gums". The Age. 25 September 2007. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
  16. ↑ Darren Gray (7 July 2004). "The Graze Debate Over Alpine Country". The Age. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
  17. ↑ Claire Miller (9 January 2005). "Cattlemen Take Case to Canberra". The Age. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
  18. ↑ Kirsty Simpson (26 October 2003). "Alpine Cattle Row Revived". The Age. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
  19. ↑ Melissa Fyfe (16 November 2004). "Marine Park Ban on Gas, Oil Searches". The Age. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
  20. ↑ "How the Battle for Point Nepean Unfolded". The Age. 11 January 2004. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
  21. ↑ Melissa Fyfe (2 August 2003). "Traditional Owners Back Community Bid for Point Nepean". The Age. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
  22. ↑ Jason Dowling (22 January 2006). "Walk in the Park for Victorians Follows Long Battle". The Age. Retrieved 6 February 2008.
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