It's only two weeks since we publicly launched this petition at a community info night in the Whitsundays. What a turn-out. Standing room only!

We've already gained well over 5000 signatures. That's more than a signature every 4 minutes. Wow.

And we had a thought....if everyone asked one more person to sign, we could double our signatures. Just like that. What do you think?

From the Inshore Flats Project and everyone whose lives and livelihoods are connected to these waters, a big thank you. For signing, for sharing and for caring about what happens in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage waters. Your support means a lot.

ps Don't forget to follow us on Instagram or Facebook - @theinshoreflatsproject

pps Stay tuned. We'll be announcing our next community info night soon.