NT artificial reef program enters new phase
Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2017 6:26 pm
NT Govt Press Release - Artificial Reefs
More great news for NT fishers as the Territory Labor Government’s $50 million investment in
recreational fishing infrastructure gathers pace.
Minister for Primary Industry and Resources, Ken Vowles, said the latest progress as part of the $50
million investment is the appointment of CARDNO to provide technical recommendations regarding
the development of artificial reefs and Fish Attraction Devices (FADs).
“We are investing heavily in recreational fishing because it creates jobs and supports business while
enhancing the NT’s reputation as a world-class fishing destination,” Mr Vowles said.
“We are confident CARDNO can help us deliver a great product for local fishing as their Darwin
project team has a blend of expertise across several disciplines, including experts with extensive
backgrounds in both artificial reefs and FADs.
“CARDNO will work closely with fisheries scientists and key stakeholders to identify artificial reef and
FAD designs to suit the Territory, and will pay particular attention to the vulnerability of certain
species to over fishing, such as golden snapper and black jewfish.”
After consultation takes place with key stakeholders and the community, CARDNO will compile a
report for the NT Government and Recreational Fishing Advisory Committee by early 2018.
Mr Vowles said another step in the NT Government’s $50 million investment in recreational fishing
will see a study to determine the feasibility of removing the built-up sediment at Nightcliff Boat
Ramp.
“The study will involve the collection and analysis of the sediments to be removed, liaising with
industry and reporting sediment removal/deposition options, including costs. The tender for this
project closed on Wednesday,” Mr Vowles said.
More great news for NT fishers as the Territory Labor Government’s $50 million investment in
recreational fishing infrastructure gathers pace.
Minister for Primary Industry and Resources, Ken Vowles, said the latest progress as part of the $50
million investment is the appointment of CARDNO to provide technical recommendations regarding
the development of artificial reefs and Fish Attraction Devices (FADs).
“We are investing heavily in recreational fishing because it creates jobs and supports business while
enhancing the NT’s reputation as a world-class fishing destination,” Mr Vowles said.
“We are confident CARDNO can help us deliver a great product for local fishing as their Darwin
project team has a blend of expertise across several disciplines, including experts with extensive
backgrounds in both artificial reefs and FADs.
“CARDNO will work closely with fisheries scientists and key stakeholders to identify artificial reef and
FAD designs to suit the Territory, and will pay particular attention to the vulnerability of certain
species to over fishing, such as golden snapper and black jewfish.”
After consultation takes place with key stakeholders and the community, CARDNO will compile a
report for the NT Government and Recreational Fishing Advisory Committee by early 2018.
Mr Vowles said another step in the NT Government’s $50 million investment in recreational fishing
will see a study to determine the feasibility of removing the built-up sediment at Nightcliff Boat
Ramp.
“The study will involve the collection and analysis of the sediments to be removed, liaising with
industry and reporting sediment removal/deposition options, including costs. The tender for this
project closed on Wednesday,” Mr Vowles said.