North Australian FISH FINDER TM forums

Hi Guys,

As some of you might be aware based on the last election commitment of the federal government to restore confidence in the consultation process surrounding the commonwealth marine reserves there is currently a review underway of the zones for the North Commonwealth Marine Reserve.

While the actual size and locations of these zones will not change what may change, depending on submissions received, is the actual zoning itself. In other words Multiple Use Zone's which currently allow recreational fishing may change into Marine National Park Zones (No Fishing).

While AFANT is preparing a submission around this. I encourage everyone with an interest in this to either complete the survey or submit a personal submission. The closing date is the 31st of March.

Information including the survey and application process can be found here. Click on "join the conversation" to have your say.

http://www.marinereservesreview.gov.au/about

Hey Tristan,

Bit off topic but what the hell....
Have you/afant had any talks of late with the government regarding upgrading boat ramp security and the broken election promises with that issue..???

Just curious..
Cheers.

It will be interesting to see how many people (if any) make written submissions or just whinge when they realise the changes come into place and they dont like what changed .

Hi Hemi, yes we have and I'm pleased to say that progress is being made towards that issue. The wheels move slowly unfortunately.

tristan.sloan wrote:Hi Hemi, yes we have and I'm pleased to say that progress is being made towards that issue. The wheels move slowly unfortunately.

Typical reply

What are you pleased to say but have not said

Progress update ??????

Standy, there is currently work in progress for a kiosk and security cameras to be installed at the Elizabeth river boat ramp

As promised, I have attached a link to AFANTS submission for the Commonwealth Marine Reserves Review below. If you are still looking to have your say regarding this issue, submissions or the chance to complete the online survey close tonight.

http://afant.com.au/wp-content/uploads/ ... ission.pdf

tristan.sloan wrote:Standy, there is currently work in progress for a kiosk and security cameras to be installed at the Elizabeth river boat ramp

There is a contractor installing cameras in the carpark and boat ramp today. Been a long time coming.

Yep can only be a good thing,too much theft and malicious behaviour going on these days

Doing a good job Tristan, communication is key and at the moment you're nailing it.

Well done.

Cheers Ben Jam, I'm hoping by being proactive the average fisho will approach me with issues too