Marine eNewsletters
March 2007
In this issue, we report on the The first ever Joint Meeting of the 5 Tuna RFMOs in Japan, the signing the MoU for the Conservation of whales and dolphins and their Habitats in the Pacific Islands region as well as the closing of the Year of the Sea Turtle. Also included is a story on the community of Nusatuva, in the Solomon Island Western Province, who launched their Marine Protected Area as well as upcoming marine events.
November 2006
In this issue, we get the full story on a historic MOU committing the countries of Papua (Indonesia), Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands to the conservation and management of the Western Pacific Leatherback turtle as well as reporting on the significance of conservation on the agenda of this year’s 37th Pacific Island Forum event leaders, showing one of the most positive acts of solidarity seen in this region to date. And our hawksbill turtle, Lady Vini, arrives in Fiji's waters. Download the sotry of her journey - a treat for kids and adults alike!
August 2006
In this issue, we feature WWF's celebration of Fiji's committment to marine protected areas with its declaration to a network of MPAs within 30% of its inshore and offshore marine areas by 2020. Also, read about the first ever comprehensive survey of Fiji’s largely uncharted Great Sea Reef, the world’s third longest barrier reef, which revealed a staggering array of life, including a new species of reef fish! And don't forget, 2006 is the Year of the Sea Turtle! Get all your year of the sea turtles links and stories here!