Great Barrier Reef: Contribution To The Australian Economy

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Did you know that the Great Barrier Reef is main contributor to the Australian Economic, contributing $6.4 billion a year!
Many Australians believe a price cannot be placed on the Great Barrier Reef, resulting in it being Priceless!
The Reef is one of the top tourist attractions in Australia, with a $56 billion value along with $3.2 billion for recreational use.

Why do the Australian’s, tourist and the economic value of Australia Need the $56 billion reef?
Just to name a few reasons why:
1. The economic tourist income
2. Many believe that if Australia lost the reef, Australia would never be the same without it.
3. Future generations should have the opportunity to visit the reef and understand the beauty
4. It is vital part of plant and marine

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