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  • Released
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  • September 2, 2016
  • August 6, 2020
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Explore Western Australia's marine parks with detailed information on zones, allowed activities, and visitor sites. Discover local marine wildlife and access fishing regulations, even offline. Get directions and contact park authorities directly.

Discover 17 WA marine parks
Information on 72 marine wildlife species
Zone identification and activity guidance
Offline functionality
Fishing rules and regulations
Directions to parks
Direct park contact
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What's New in Marine Parks WA

2.1

August 6, 2020

The Commonwealth marine parks team wanted to see their 24 National Marine Parks in Western Australian waters added. So that is exactly what we have done, along with a slew of other enhancements including: - an updated base map with National Park boundaries, - National Park information, activities and wildlife, - stunning new wildlife and park photographs, - rich-text format changes to increase usability, - hyperlinks to more resources like the Australian National Guidelines for Whale and Dolphin Watching 2017, and - support for the latest versions of iOS operating system.

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Terrible

It gives 0 information

christmas island marine park not mentioned

why marine park of christmas island isn’t included?!

Not very functional

Does not identify allowed recreational activities in the park description. There is no map key (different coloured parks, but I have no idea what the colours mean). As a recreational fisherman, it is of no use to me.

Horrible app

This is a waste of time and probably taxpayers dollars. The map shows marine park zones but there is no map key so the user has no idea what the zones mean so the map is useless. The park information descriptions have no details about the zones and say you need to download a map but give no instructions for doing this. All in all a complete waste of time.
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A useful app for marine life lovers

This app gives useful basic info about each marine park including suitability for snorkelling versus scuba diving. It is excellent if you want intro info and would be useful for road travellers interested in marine excursions. Particularly like that it considers suitability for children in some descriptions.
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FAQ

What marine parks can I explore with Marine Parks WA?

Marine Parks WA allows you to discover Western Australia's 17 marine parks, stretching from Camden Sound in the Kimberley to Walpole in the south. It also includes information on the Commonwealth's 24 national marine parks located in WA waters.

Can I use Marine Parks WA offline?

Yes, Marine Parks WA offers offline functionality. This means you can access park information, zone details, and activity guidance even when you are out of mobile phone range.

Does Marine Parks WA provide information on fishing rules?

Yes, Marine Parks WA links to the latest fishing rules, including essential details like bag limits, minimum sizes, and licensing requirements. This helps users fish responsibly within the marine parks.

What kind of marine wildlife can I learn about?

The app provides comprehensive information on 72 different marine wildlife species found within the parks. You can discover which species are present in each park, enhancing your understanding of the local ecosystem.

How does Marine Parks WA help me navigate within a park?

Marine Parks WA features a 'where am I?' function. This allows users to see which specific marine park zone they are currently in and understand the activities permitted in that particular area.

Is Marine Parks WA suitable for all ages?

Marine Parks WA has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for families and individuals of most ages interested in learning about marine environments.

How often is Marine Parks WA updated?

The app was last updated on August 6, 2020, to version 2.1. While updates are not frequent, the core information provided remains valuable for exploring WA's marine parks.

Does Marine Parks WA have ads?

No, Marine Parks WA is ad-free. As a free application developed by the Government of Western Australia, it focuses on providing information without advertisements.