The Economic And Social Impacts Of Protecting The Environmental Values Of The Waters Of The Capricorn And Curtis Coasts

The purpose of this study was to identify, scope, and, where possible, value the benefits of achieving water quality objectives (WQOs) in the Capricorn and Curtis Coast regions. This study was undertaken based on publicly available information and data, and as a desktop exercise. Therefore, a formal cost-benefit analysis has not been undertaken using the information and data in this report. Rather, this report summarises a number of lines of evidence to assist in understanding the economic and social context of waterway health in the region, and the potential benefits and costs associated with managing waterway health.