Bouddi marine park remains protected

All forms of fishing are still prohibited in the Bouddi Marine Extension, despite a State Government amnesty on fishing in some areas of marine parks.

"The Bouddi Marine Extension is protected by a Section Eight fishing closure under the Fisheries Management Act 1994 and is not covered by the amnesty," said Department of Primary Industries director fisheries compliance Mr Glen Tritton.

The adjacent National Park extends into the South Pacific Ocean and is known as the Bouddi Marine Extension.

"This Marine Protected Area was established to protect all marine life and all forms of fishing are prohibited," Mr Tritton said.

Fishers in the Peninsula area are being reminded to check the rules on where they can fish.

"But fishers are being warned that the amnesty only covers specific areas and methods and a range of other restrictions still apply inside and outside of marine parks.

"Fishers should take care to make sure they know the rules before they drop in a line.

"This is especially the case in the Brisbane Waters National Park.

"Local Fisheries Officers and National Park Rangers have received many enquiries from the public concerning the recent announcement.

"Fishing is a favourite past time for many people and fishers must ensure they follow the rules and regulations.

"Our precious fisheries resources are there for everyone to enjoy," Mr Tritton said.

Where the amnesty does apply, it only applies to line fishing from ocean beaches and headlands within the designated sanctuary zones.

Media Release, 6 Jun 2013

Lyndall Hilder, NSW Department of Primary Industries