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The Northern Territory is set to expand the Limmen Bight Marine Park by 185 square kilometers, protecting a vital seagrass meadow that sustains dugongs, turtles, fish, and crabs. This move fulfills election promises and follows public consultation, with an official announcement imminent. Already renowned for its biodiversity—including sharks, corals, and fish—the park draws anglers from across Australia, and some see road upgrades as a way to boost eco-tourism. Yet, concerns linger over inconsistent commercial fishing rules between adjacent parks, with conservationists calling for unified, stricter protections. Backed by $2.27 million in federal funding, the initiative partners with Marranbala rangers to manage both Territory and Commonwealth waters—a model potentially scalable for future marine conservation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fdbf293f62c893c2

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