1. Describe how the settlement pattern of Australia is related to issues in the coastal environment?
The Settlement pattern of Australia is very much related to issues in the coastal environment because over 85% of the country's population is located within 50km of the coast. The majority of this population is also urban development, so many issues arise around the coast from this development, and the large population size that are located on, or near the beaches and coast.
Sustainable development is the aim of coastal management strategies because it is designed to sustain the coastal environment and condition, so not much changes and no work must be done. This well help preserve the natural environment around the coastal areas which will reduce the amount of corrosion and erosion on the coast.
3. What trend has been labeled "Sea Change"?
Sea Change is an Australian term which describes a form of migration that involves individuals abandoning city and urban living in favour of a perceived 'easier life' in rural coastal communities.
4. Describe one government response to 'sea change'.
Coastal councils from around Australia formed the National Sea Change Taskforce in 2004 to seek ways to ensure sustainable development in their communities. As at 2008 there are 68 member councils from around Australia collectively representing more than four million residents.
5. Select four of the geographical issues facing the coastal environment presented in this unit. For each issue identify the human actions that cause the issue.
1. Erosion - Human's Can pollute the ocean with acidic and toxic chemicals such as sewage.
2. Destruction of Dunes - Humans walk through delicate dune areas, causing severe damage to them.
3. Corrosion - The wake from boats and ferries traveling through waterways can corrode rock quicker than normal.
4. Beach Nourishment - Beaches have to have sand put on them because of the threat to human development on the foreshore.
6. What role do geographers play in developing management solutions to issues in coastal environments?
Geographers play large parts in developing management solutions to issues because they can provide the evidence of an issue and can provide assistance and advice to the Government of the local councils to help solve the issue.
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3. What trend has been labeled "Sea Change"?
Sea Change is an Australian term which describes a form of migration that involves individuals abandoning city and urban living in favour of a perceived 'easier life' in rural coastal communities.
4. Describe one government response to 'sea change'.
Coastal councils from around Australia formed the National Sea Change Taskforce in 2004 to seek ways to ensure sustainable development in their communities. As at 2008 there are 68 member councils from around Australia collectively representing more than four million residents.
5. Select four of the geographical issues facing the coastal environment presented in this unit. For each issue identify the human actions that cause the issue.
1. Erosion - Human's Can pollute the ocean with acidic and toxic chemicals such as sewage.
2. Destruction of Dunes - Humans walk through delicate dune areas, causing severe damage to them.
3. Corrosion - The wake from boats and ferries traveling through waterways can corrode rock quicker than normal.
4. Beach Nourishment - Beaches have to have sand put on them because of the threat to human development on the foreshore.
6. What role do geographers play in developing management solutions to issues in coastal environments?
Geographers play large parts in developing management solutions to issues because they can provide the evidence of an issue and can provide assistance and advice to the Government of the local councils to help solve the issue.
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Dear Editor,
My name is James Geldens and I am a resident in the newly constructed development shown in the picture above. I would like to write to you to comment on the very good advantages that this development has provided, contrary to public belief. Firstly, it is located in a quiet part of the town and is very close to shops and educational institutions. It is certainly one of the most relaxing places I have ever lived. In the morning I can just open up my doors and sit calmly and quietly on the balcony, reading a book while enjoying the stunning ocean and marina scenery. Many people have said that this development makes the foreshore look ugly, however I must disagree with this. While it does look developed compared to the previous natural environment, I believe that it brings class and modernization to the foreshore of the town. I ask that these people look at this development as a plus for the town, and not a minus.
Kind Regards,
James Geldens
Great answer for #7.
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