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Cape Byron Marine Park was transformed into a floating protest this morning. Locals rejecting the state government’s proposal to rezone two marine sanctuaries, and make recreational fishing lawful in those areas. http://www.nbnnews.com.au/2015/11/06/locals-reject-proposed-rezoning-of-marine-sanctuaries/
A paddle-out will take place in Byron Bay tomorrow to protest against the opening up of marine sanctuaries to fishing. Organised by the Conservation Council of New South Wales in conjunction with local ocean advocates. Organisers are inviting people to paddle their boards, skis, kayaks, or anything that floats into the Cape Byron Marine Park […]
Commercial fishing would be allowed in sensitive coral reefs and pristine waters off Australia under advice set to be presented to the Turnbull government that discards landmark marine protections, conservationists say. Critics say the review of 40 marine reserves is also unlikely to curtail the oil and gas industry, which is pushing for better access […]
TWO areas of the Port Stephens-Great Lakes marine park would be opened up to recreational fishing if a state government proposal proceeds. It is proposed to allow shore-based line fishing at Celito South Beach and Fiona Beach near Port Stephens. The areas are part of 10 beaches or headlands currently included in marine park areas. […]
North Coast residents are being urged to send a clear message to the state government that they want local marine sanctuaries restored. The Baird government has launched a community consultation into its plan to revoke sanctuary protections from two sites in Cape Byron Marine Park – Tyagarah Beach and East Cape Byron. The government is […]
The New South Wales Government is seeking community feedback on rezoning two small parts of the Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park. The draft regulations will allow shore-based line fishing from 10 beaches or headlands, currently included in Marine Parks along the state’s coast. The government says it is about striking a balance between environmental protection […]
The NSW Nature Conservation Council is encouraging the Mid-North Coast community to send the Baird Government a clear message that they want local marine sanctuaries restored. The call follows the launch of a community consultation into the Baird Government’s plans to permanently revoke sanctuary protections from two sites in the Solitary Islands Marine Park – […]
TRUE Blue country singer John Williamson has backed Bunbury and South West businesses in calling for marine sanctuaries off our coast. Mr Williamson was in the South West for the Variety Car Bash this week and paid a visit to the Dolphin Discovery Centre. “Our marine life and coastal attractions is what brings people from […]
WA’s divers are leading a national campaign to preserve Australia’s marine sanctuaries… WA dive launch
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