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Scott offers a helping hand
Posted on 30 Mar 2006 by mackayportsOriginally published on 17 August 2004
Examining water samples at the marina boat ramp are marine studies teacher Kelly Goodingham, students Blake Thompson and Jasmine Rau, and Mackay Port Authority environmental manager Scott Keane.Mackay Port Authority's environmental manager Scott Keane went back to the classroom today to give a group of Year 12 marine studies students from Holy Spirit College a helping hand.
Mr Keane assisted the budding marine biologists in taking water samples at the Mackay Marina.
Mr Keane also outlined the port authority's marine pollution response capabilities and responsibilities.
"Water quality is an important part of their two-year marine studies course,
" he said.
"The MPA is one of a few organisations that undertake regular water quality monitoring - so we are able to go through the process with them in conjunction with our consultants Connell Wagner.
"
Mr Keane said the MPA was happy to assist other schools with similar projects.
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Kommo Toera Trail
The Kommo Toera Trail is a "Water Walk Trail" that meanders through the wetlands of the Port Conservation Area.
Discover the fantastic selection of flora and fauna that inhabits this lovely sanctuary that exists only minutes away from the City Heart.
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