The following general approvals and determinations have been issued in line with the transitional management arrangements for activities in Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve:
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve – Sanctuary Pink Zone (IUCN Ia) - General approval
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve – National Park Green Zone (IUCN II) - General approval
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve – Habitat Protection Yellow Zone (IUCN IV) – General Approval
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve – Determination for stowing and securing fishing gear
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve – Determination for the disposal and discharge of industrial waste