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An analysis of the possible effects the Mimiwhangata marine reserve proposal may have on recreational and commercial fishing

Published:

17 December 2005

This report identifies and discusses possible effects that the Mimiwhangata marine reserve proposal may have on recreational and commercial fishing.


Publication cover showing an aerial view of Mimiwhangata. Photo: Roger Grace.
Publication cover showing an aerial
view of Mimiwhangata

Summary

This report identifies and discusses possible effects that the Mimiwhangata marine reserve proposal may have on recreational and commercial fishing.

Statutory considerations, pursuant to the Marine Reserves Act 1971, are discussed. In particular, section 5(6) of the Act that identifies matters the Minister of Conservation would have regard for if he / she were considering a formal marine reserve application.

The report identifies the consultation undertaken by the Department of Conservation with recreational fishers (including local recreational fishing charter boat operators), recreational fishing interest organisations, local commercial fishers and commercial fishing representative companies.

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Publication information

Published by
Department of Conservation
Whangarei Area Office
Whangarei

Report written by Alan Fleming (Marine Protection Ranger)

Contact

Whangarei Area Office
Phone: +64 9 470 3304
Email: whangareiao@doc.govt.nz
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