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      Access the Wet Tropics Management Authority's corporate information, including legislation, plans, strategies, agreements and reports that guide the management of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.

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    Explore what makes the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area so special and why it is important to protect. Learn about its remarkable natural and cultural values, and the people, plants, animals and landscapes that make this place extraordinary.

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      Discover the enduring connection between Rainforest Aboriginal Peoples and Wet Tropics Country, shaped by thousands of years of culture, knowledge and custodianship.

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      Explore what makes the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area extraordinary. Discover its remarkable animals, plants, biodiversity and geology, and the unique natural features that make this place so special.

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    Learn more about how WTMA works to protect and manage the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Explore our work and find information and resources to support the conservation and long-term protection of this remarkable place

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      Explore the Wet Tropics zoning map to see how the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area is managed under the Wet Tropics Management Plan 1998. Learn about management zones, permitted activities and zoning map amendments.

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      Explore the Wet Tropics Management Authority's programs, projects and events supporting the protection and cooperative management of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Discover initiatives delivered with partners, communities and Rainforest Aboriginal Peoples.

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      Access resources that provide information, insights and tools to help you explore and better understand the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area and how it is protected and managed.

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    There are many ways to get involved in caring for the Wet Tropics and supporting its protection for future generations. Discover volunteering opportunities, find out how you can join WTMA, and explore ways to contribute your time, skills and passion.

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