A protest in Broome had 150 people calling on the WA Minister for Ports Hon. David Michael to protect Entrance Point reef from an industrial floating jetty primarily for the oil and gas industry.

Mark Coles-Smith, Michael Jalaru Torres and Paul Boon call for the protection of Entrance Point Reef  Photo: Damian Kelly

Entrance Point Reef is a well-loved marine wonderland with over 40 species of coral, clown fish, shellfish and crustaceans. Locals regard it as a premier land-based fishing spot and a popular reef exploring area. Already, damage to the area has been done. You can read more here CALL TO STOP DESTRUCTIVE DRILLING AT ENTRANCE POINT REEF IN BROOME

“The community is calling on Minister for Ports David Michael to protect Entrance Point Reef which is a premier land-based fishing spot and the most popular reef exploring area in Broome from an industrial jetty which is mainly for the oil and gas industry," Environs Kimberley Director of Strategy Martin Pritchard said.

Naomi Pigram, Ngaire Pigram and Amanda McInerney call for the protection of Entrance Point Reef. Photo Damian Kelly

Over 1,000 people have signed the petition to Minister for Ports David Michael. To sign, go here Petition to Protect Entrance Point Reef

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📸: Damian Kelly


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