The Government is seeking feedback on its proposed changes to the way we provide for and manage marine protected areas in New Zealand.
This consultation document sets out the Government’s proposal for a new approach to marine protection in New Zealand. If agreed the policy recommendations would form a new Marine Protected Areas Act. This new act would replace the Marine Reserves Act 1971.
View the consultation document here
This reform proposes four different types of marine protected areas, just as we have different types of parks and reserves for different purposes on land.
- Marine reserves
- Species-specific sanctuaries
- Seabed reserves
- Recreational fishing parks
View more information and find out how to make your submission here
Closing date for submissions: 11 March 2016, 5.00pm