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Great Barrier Reef spared 'in danger' listing - for now [View all]
Source: BBC
The Great Barrier Reef should not go on a World Heritage danger list, according to a United Nations draft report.
However, it says Australia must carry out commitments to protect the reef, including restoring water quality and restricting new port developments.
The final decision on its status will be made at the World Heritage Committee meeting in Germany next month.
Conservationists have warned that the outlook for the reef is "poor".
Read more: http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-32932205
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