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The Australian Development Gateway (ADG) strives to support members of the development community in their efforts to reduce poverty and enhance sustainable development in the Asia Pacific region. The site has been created with participation from members of government, private, academia and non-government organisations. User feedback mechanisms have been incorporated to guide future directions of the site. The site is optimised for low bandwidth access to enable the widest participation throughout the Asia Pacific region.

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Last updated on 22 August 2007

Coastal pollution: role of cities

This brochure looks at the linkages between cities and coastal pollution. (UN Habitat: Sept 2005) More info >>

Southeast Queensland Regional Water Quality Management Strategy

This brief provides a summary of the SE Queensland regional water quality management strategy, including its objectives, key features, milestones and approaches. (Healthy Waterways: 2001) More info >>

Program to manage public health hazards: risks to users of SE Queensland waterways

This study identifies and assesses a range of hazards for coastal, urban and rural land use zones in Southeast Queensland's waterways. (Healthy Waterways: August 2006) More info >>

Desalination: option or distraction for a thirsty world?

This report looks at the costs and benefits of desalination as an option for producing drinking water in Australia. (World Wildlife Fund Australia: 2007) More info >>

Economic incentives to control water pollution: ColombiaÂ?s wastewater discharge fee program

This article reviews the effectiveness of a Columbian program using economic incentives to reduce water pollution between 1997-2003. (Resources for the Future: 2006) More info >>


 

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