Governance and environmental implications of motorised events: insights from Australia and avenues for further inquiry. Issue 7 (6th June 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Jones, Cheryl; Newsome, David; Macbeth, Jim
• Is Part Of: Current issues in tourism. Volume 19:Issue 7(2016)
• Page Start: 680
• Page End: 696
• Publication Date: 2016-06-06
• Subjects: adventure sport -- events -- environmental impacts -- leisure -- off-road driving -- protected areas; Tourism -- Social aspects -- Periodicals; Tourism -- Environmental aspects -- Periodicals; Travel -- Periodicals; 338.479105
• DOI: 10.1080/13683500.2013.854753
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1368-3500

Abstract

Abstract : A four-tiered approach to understanding motorised recreation in natural and protected areas is introduced, using examples of motor events from Australia to demonstrate each conceptual level. The aim is to increase understanding of motorsport and motorised recreation phenomena that impact natural and, in particular, protected areas and other users of the natural environment. An illustrative study approach shows the interrelatedness of multi-level motorised recreation and its governance, from local community motor clubs and amateur motor racing competition through to international hallmark motor racing events and how their sociocultural significance influences protected area management. The illustrative examples show user groups engaged in governance and policy issues of motorised recreation in natural and protected areas. These groups include both motor clubs involved with environmental management of natural and protected areas, as well as professional and community groups opposed to motorised recreation in protected areas. An agenda for further research is identified, including policy and governance of motorsport, large-scale events and protected area management and impacts of motorised recreation and events on the environment and the community including those who access the natural environment for more contemplative and quiet leisure pursuits.