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Tourism Workers Strike as Indonesia Hikes Fee to See Rare Dragons

Tourism businesses in Indonesia's Komodo National Park began a month-long strike on Monday after the government announced a huge price hike. Jakarta's 20-fold rise for entry to the park's most popular two islands seek to limit the number of visitors to protect endangered Komodo dragons -- the world's largest lizards…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Bid to get Redhills in Durham World Heritage status which would be third for the North East

If a bid by an international consortium is successful, Durham City could become one of the few places to have two World Heritage sites. Durham Cathedral and Castle already hold UNESCO status

Chronicle Live

Tasmanian government and UNESCO seemingly at odds over national park development: Greens

"Confused" is how Tasmanian Greens leader Cassy O'Connor says she feels about the way the Tasmanian government is continuing to support development in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

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Russia's invasion of Ukraine threatens a cultural heritage the two countries share, including Saint Sophia Cathedral

More than 160 Ukrainian cultural sites have been damaged or destroyed since Russia invaded the country in February 2022, according to UNESCO.

The Conversation

Sado Gold Mine's UNESCO bid hits snag

The Sado Gold Mine in Sado, Niigata Prefecture, is unlikely to be added to the list of World Heritage sites by next year because UNESCO has decided the government's letter of recommendation was "insufficient in parts."

The Japan News/Yomiuri

What if mangroves could float atop the oceans?

Unesco is deeply engaged in the monitoring, scientific research and sustainable utilisation of mangroves. The inclusion of mangroves in Unesco-designated sites, such as Biosphere Reserves, World Heritage sites and Global Geoparks contributes to improving the knowledge, management and conservation of mangrove ecosystems throughout the world. The tropical and subtropical habitat…

Bangkok Post

The Centuries-old Mines Stirring Japan-South Korea Tensions

Under a split-top mountain on the Japanese island of Sado lies a network of centuries-old mines that have sparked a new diplomatic row with South Korea. Some of the gold and silver mines of Sado, off Japan's west coast, are believed to have started operating as early as the 12th…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Fancy a weekend with Millie, Frankie, Valerie or Beryl?

If you're looking for a local winter getaway that's a little different, why not hire a sweet vintage van or cosy camper for a retro-inspired stay? Whether you pick one up and drive it to your destination of choice or turn up and enjoy a parked-up van in a picturesque…

Newcastle Herald

Valentia Island transatlantic cable closer to becoming world heritage nominee

The copper invention was one of three sites added to the Unesco Tentative List, the Irish Government said on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium bids for Unesco World Heritage Status

“We believe that our collective astronomical heritage is out of this world and firmly meets the robust criteria needed for this status.”

Belfast Live

Sydney Opera House concert hall features world-class acoustics after major renovation

It's the final project for the landmark's 'decade of renewal', featuring improvements aimed at creating a world-class live experience for performers and audiences.

ABC News

K'gari (Fraser Island) inundated with rubbish after Queensland floods

One of Australia's most famous World Heritage-listed islands has been turned into a tip by the Queensland floods, but locals have a few ideas about how to tackle the problem.

ABC News

Labor asked to reassess decisions about coal and gas projects made by previous governments

One expert says that, if the application reaches the courts, it may set an important precedent, forcing the consideration of climate change in assessments of fossil fuel projects.

ABC News

Techno party with Love Parade founder hits Berlin's streets

A techno parade whose initiators include the founder of Berlin's once-popular Love Parade has started in the streets of the German capital with calls for the city’s electronic music culture to be added to a World Heritage list

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Former prison Cascades Female Factory in Australia is today a grim reminder of the region’s convict ancestry

The World Heritage site reopened this March with a $5 million state-of-the-art history and interpretation centre

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Conservation group seeks injunction to stop Woodside gas project to protect Great Barrier Reef

A massive Woodside gas project approved in the Western Australia will contribute to damage to the Great Barrier Reef, conservation lawyers will argue.

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Dorrigo National Park investment to rival 'the Daintree' with $56 million Gondwana-era walk

A four-day walking track featuring three suspension bridges over World Heritage-listed New South Wales rainforest is set to put Dorrigo firmly on the global tourism map.

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Aboriginal voices to inform World Heritage bid for South Australia's systematic colonisation

Councils draw up reconciliation plans in a bid for colonial World Heritage status, but Aboriginal people say they don't have a voice.

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$33m for Lord Howe Island biosecurity

Some $33 million will be spent from the NSW budget protecting the World Heritage listed Lord Howe Island from destruction by invasive species.

WEKU

Australia says most Great Barrier Reef coral studied this year was bleached

Australian scientists confirm the mass bleaching, yet are hopeful the world's largest coral reef ecosystem can recover.

AAP

Mental health funds to grow in WA budget

The West Australian government will provide extra funds in this week's state budget for a range of mental health, alcohol and other drug-related services.

Newsroom.co.nz

United we stand - divided we stall?

World Heritage status for Runanga’s historic workers’ hall could help put the West Coast town on the map, if the bureaucratic hurdles can be overcome.

ABC News

Lord Howe Island brewers use rare botanicals to highlight island's charms

Inspired by the pristine environment, rare wildlife and unique botanicals that Lord Howe Island has to offer, local Anthony Riddle created a brewing business to highlight the World Heritage site's special features.

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Electric ants discovered at doorstep of Daintree Rainforest World Heritage area

One of the world's worst invasive ant species has been discovered a few hundred metres from the Daintree Rainforest World Heritage area.

AAP

Reef in grip of new mass bleaching event

Aerial surveillance has confirmed the Great Barrier Reef is in the grip of another mass bleaching event driven by climate change.

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