Matt Rayner explains that allowing some fishing in proposed High Protection Areas overlooks the complex interdependencies in Gulf ecosystems.
The Hauraki Gulf Forum commissioned this report on the potential impacts of exotic Caulerpa
While scientists are diligently working on technology to eradicate exotic Caulerpa, a surprising discovery has been made – a new species of snail nestled within the weed.
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The vanishing bird: The missing black petrels of Great Barrier Island
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They start as a downy ball of fluff on a remote New Zealand island. Then they fledge across the Pacific. Only a handful have ever been found again.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Protecting Auckland coastlines from the exotic caulerpa threat
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Exotic caulerpa is the name for two species of fast-spreading seaweeds that can grow rapidly, smothering our sea-beds. It can also affect fishing, boating, and cultural activities, making it a serious...1 CommentComment on Facebook
The way things are going with overfishing both commercial and recreational exotic Caulerpa might be the only living plant / marine algae left in our seas around the North Island. I drove passed the Kawakawa Bay Boating Club boat ramp last weekend there must have been over 100 ! fishing boat trailers on Double cab Utes and SUVs. I have a theory exotic Caulerpa has been here in NZ for a long time but not been able to survive our cold winters. But with the help from man made marine heat waves it has, and is doing very well from it. I would like to see catch limits on recreational fishing boats limited to the number of fish caught by that one boat, and not to the per person limit we have now. Would like to see a 60% marine reserves of all NZ coast line and much more protection for our HIGHLY INDANGERD !! marine mammals. And stronger policing of these reserves.
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Open letter to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon
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Urge New Zealand to Reverse the Decision to Allow Harmful Fishing in Hauraki Gulf Protected Waters
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The Hauraki Gulf Marine Protection Bill, the result of years of collaboration, aims to protect the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana's environment and support communities while respecting customary rights. N...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Govt to weaken Hauraki Gulf protections over $14k in fishing revenue
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Environmentalists are questioning the economic basis for the Government's decision to weaken proposed marine protections in the Hauraki Gulf.1 CommentComment on Facebook
Shane Jones doesn’t have any idea the damage he is about to cause to the Gulf. We, the locals who have fished here for generations, have seen the serious demise and we ALL understand it has to be fixed.
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Boaties urged to help stop spread of caulerpa
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Boaties heading out on the water this summer are urged to take extra care to prevent the spread of exotic caulerpa. The highly invasive marine pest threatens to wreak havoc on our marine ecosystems an...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Slimy algae on Auckland beaches: What you need to know
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Locals and visitors may see slimy algae - usually black or dark green in colour, in the sea and on beaches in the region this summer.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Debris warning as fishermen rescued in Hauraki Gulf
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The vessel sank soon after taking on water south of Kawau Island.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Hopefully insured and skipper is paid out so he can start a new career and fishery will benefit. Esp if it is Joker as that boat is taking the very last of the breeding crays right up to the edge of our marine reserves (2 meters off) including goat island.