Whale of a time
Posted
@ Nov 1st 2007 2:22pm
- By GCPN Property Network
GOLD Coast whale watchers have been treated to a record number of whale sightings this season, renewing calls for urgent regulation of the industry.
Southern Cross University whale research assistant professor Peter Harrison said an estimated 9000 whales were expected to pass the Gold Coast this year - an increase of 1500 on the past year.
While it's great for whale enthusiasts around the region to experience such big numbers, marketing manager of Spirit of Gold Coast Whale Watching Wayne Marsh said it highlighted the need for licensing regulation
.