Maintenance dredging framework diagram

Strategic objective

• Ongoing protection of the GBR's values
• Continued operating efficiency of GBRWHA ports

Develop knowledge base

• Sediment forecasting
• Sediment effects on port operations
• Values assessment
• Consultation with relevant stakeholders

Review management options

• Avoid or reduce need for dredging
• Beneficial reuse
• On-shore placement of sediment
• At-sea placement of sediment

Select option

• Comparative analysis
• Determine most appropriate option
• Develop Long Term Management Plan
• Obtain regulatory approvals
• Consultation with relevant stakeholders

Implement option

• Execute approved solution(s)
• Impact monitoring
• Adaptive Management
• Reporting
• Consultation with relevant stakeholders