Websites

=Collie: Environments Web Sites=
 * **Great Barrier Reef URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || This site is the Australian Government web site for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. It should be considered a reliable source of accurate information. Some information, however, may be of a highly technical nature – students may need assistance from teachers or supervisors to interpret and understand the content. ||
 * [] || This is the web site of the Cooperative Research Centre for the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. It has links to many groups with a marine focus. Content may be of a technical nature but should be considered reliable ||
 * [] || This web site is hosted by the University of Michigan (US). The information presented should be considered reliable although it may be of a technical nature. ||
 * [] || This is a link to Time magazine (a current affairs and news magazine). The information should be considered reliable; however, cross checking with other web sites is suggested. ||
 * [] || This is a link to the WWF (World Wildlife Fund – an environmental group) web site it contains information about The Great Barrier Reef. Generally the information can be relied upon but cross checking with other web sites is advised ||
 * [] || This is a link to a web site where individuals can post information on topics related to marine activity. It is commercial web site with advertising. The information provided should not be used as the only source – check with other websites. ||
 * [] || Walter Starck is one of the pioneers in the scientific investigation of coral reefs. He grew up in the Florida Keys and received a Ph.D. in marine science from the University of Miami in 1964. He has some 50 years’ worldwide experience in reef studies and his work has encompassed the discovery of much of the basic nature of reef biology. The PDF linked to the web site is included in the PDF folder. The information should be considered reliable. ||
 * [] || Wikipedia is an on-line collaborative encyclopaedia meaning many people can contribute to articles. It is sometimes claimed that the level of accuracy is equal to other encyclopaedia such as Encarta or Encyclopaedia Britannica; however, it should not be considered the only source of reliable information. Check with other websites to ensure accuracy. ||


 * **Southern Ocean Marine Park URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || This is an Australian Government site about Macquarie Island in the Southern Ocean Marine Park. The information should be considered to be accurate. ||
 * [] || Wikipedia is an on-line collaborative encyclopaedia meaning many people can contribute to articles. It is sometimes claimed that the level of accuracy is equal to other encyclopaedia such as Encarta or Encyclopaedia Britannica; however, it should not be considered the only source of reliable information. Check with other websites to ensure accuracy. ||
 * [] || This web site provides information about The Southern Ocean. It is a commercial site with advertising. Information provided should be checked with other sources for accuracy. ||
 * [] || This is a web site created by Dave Reay a researcher who has spent some time studying The Southern Ocean. As well as scientific information this web site may contain personal observations about The Southern Ocean and promotional material for the author’s books. Students are encouraged to check with other sources for the accuracy of information. ||
 * [] || This is the web site of the Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition – an advocacy group for these marine environments. It contains links to some social media sites. The information provided should be checked for accuracy using other web sites. ||
 * [] || The information in this link is from The Royal Society of Biological Sciences. It is of a technical nature which students may need to consult teachers or supervisors to assist in understanding the content. The information should be considered reliable. ||
 * [] || This web site link is to an advocacy group. The information provided should be checked with other web sites. ||
 * [] || This is a link to a News Limited news item posted in 2011 about the establishment of a marine park in the Antarctic. Events reported while accurate at the time may not now be correct. ||
 * [] || The scientific web site of the International Polar Foundation. Some information provided relates to the Southern Ocean and Antarctica. The information should be checked with other sources. ||
 * **Lake Eyre URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || This web site provides information about Lake Eyre and the surrounding areas. It is supported by a number of committees in the states and territories that encompass the Lake Eyre region. The information should be considered reliable. ||
 * [] || Wikipedia is an on-line collaborative encyclopaedia meaning many people can contribute to articles. It is sometimes claimed that the level of accuracy is equal to other encyclopaedia such as Encarta or Encyclopaedia Britannica; however, it should not be considered the only source of reliable information. Check with other websites to ensure accuracy. ||
 * [] || This is a commercial site promoting travel in the Lake Eyre region. It contains advertising promoting tour operators. The information provided should be checked with other sites. ||
 * [] || Dr Vincent Kotwicki is a researcher (discipline not stated) who has created web site about floods in Lake Eyre. The web site also promotes his book. Information needs to be checked with other websites. ||
 * [] || This is the Australian Government site for the Lake Eyre Basin. The information should be considered reliable. ||
 * [] || This is a commercial site promoting travel in the Lake Eyre region. It contains advertising for tourism providers. The information provided should be checked with other web sites. ||
 * [] || This is a commercial site created by an individual with information about Lake Eyre. It contains advertising and links to tourism providers. Information should be checked ||


 * **Southern Alps URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || The Web site of the Snowy Hydro Limited – it may provide limited information about environmental activities in the region. ||
 * [] || A commercial site with limited tourist information about the Alpine Region. ||
 * [] || A web site with photographic galleries of the region. Images are copyrighted to the web site owner. ||
 * [] || The Australian Government web site for the Snowy Mountains Scheme. Information provided should be considered accurate and reliable. ||
 * [] || NSW Government web site providing information about the Alpine Region particularly Kosciuszko National Park. ||
 * [] || NSW Government web site providing information about the Alpine Region particularly Kosciuszko National Park. ||
 * [] || NSW Government web site providing information about the Alpine Region particularly Kosciuszko National Park including endangered animals ||
 * [] || This PDF provides information about pest management in the Kosciuszko National Park it is included in the PDF folder. ||


 * **Murray/Darling URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || A web site providing information on the problems of the Murray Darling basin. Information should be checked with other web sites ||
 * [] || The Australian Government web site for the Murray Darling basin. The information provided should be considered reliable and accurate although some may be of a technical nature. ||
 * [] || This is the web site of an advocacy group covering many issues. The information provided should be checked with other sources. ||
 * [] || A web site hosted by the University of South Australia. The information provided should be considered accurate although some may be of technical nature. ||
 * [] || A commercial site with links to tourism providers. The information provided should be checked with other sources. ||
 * [] || This is a link to a Fairfax news organisation article about water rights in the Murray Darling. Although accurate at the time the information may no longer be relevant. ||
 * [] || The web site of the Murray Darling Basin Authority a government body. Information should be considered accurate and reliable. ||


 * **Tarkine Wilderness URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || The web site of an advocacy group for the Tarkine Wilderness. Information provided should be checked with other web sites. It should not be relied upon as the sole source of information. ||
 * [] || A tourism related site with information about the Tarkine. The site may provide some information about environmental issues in the area. ||
 * [] || A commercial site providing holiday accommodation in the Tarkine. The site may provide information about environmental issues in the area. It should not be relied upon as the sole source of information. ||
 * [] || Wikipedia is an on-line collaborative encyclopaedia meaning many people can contribute to articles. It is sometimes claimed that the level of accuracy is equal to other encyclopaedia such as Encarta or Encyclopaedia Britannica; however, it should not be considered the only source of reliable information. Check with other websites to ensure accuracy. ||
 * **Daintree URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || A commercial site providing information about tourism and accommodation in the Daintree. The site may not provide information about environmental issues in the area. ||
 * [] || A wiki site providing information about the Daintree. As with Wikipedia information should be checked with other sites. ||
 * [] || A commercial site The Daintree Discovery Centre. The site may provide some information about environmental issues in the region. Information should be checked with other sites. ||
 * [] || A website with quick facts and images of the Daintree. ||
 * [] || A website with quick facts and images of the Daintree. It has links to other sites about the Daintree. ||
 * **Simpson Desert URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || The Qld Government web site about the Simpson Desert now known as Munga-Thirri National Park. The information should be considered reliable and accurate. ||
 * **Kakadu URLs** || **Comments** ||
 * [] || The Australian Government web site for Kakadu. The information should be considered reliable and accurate. ||
 * [] || A web site from the traditional owners of this area. It is supported by the Australian Government. The information should be considered reliable and accurate. Students are cautioned that the site may contain images of people who are deceased – this needs to be noted because Aboriginal people are sensitive about these images. ||