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National Proposes Marine Reserves and Ring-Net Fishing Ban
National Party plans new marine reserves and ring-net fishing ban in Hauraki Gulf.
In brief
National Party plans new marine reserves and ring-net fishing ban in Hauraki Gulf. National Party will ban ring-net fishing in Hauraki Gulf's high protection areas and establish new marine reserves if re-elected. Originally reported by RNZ.
National Party's Oceans Policy
National Party proposes new marine reserves and ring-net fishing ban in Hauraki Gulf.
New Marine Reserves
National plans new marine reserve off Waiheke Island and expanded Goat Island reserve.
Ring-Net Fishing Ban
Ban on ring-net fishing in Hauraki Gulf's high protection areas effective after election.
Bottom Trawling Review
National reviews bottom trawling on seamounts to increase protections to 50 percent of NZ's exclusive economic zone by 2040.
Fish Tech Innovation Fund
A $20 million fund to reduce bottom trawling impact through fishing gear improvements.
Recreational Fishing
National rules out recreational fishing licence, calling it a Kiwi right.
Policy Implementation Timeline
Ban on ring-net fishing will come into force very quickly after election.
At a glance
National Party will ban ring-net fishing in Hauraki Gulf's high protection areas and establish new marine reserves if re-elected.
