Te Rawhiti Caulerpa Controlled Area - Temporary

1.) Mariners are advised that from June 2023, the Te Rawhiti Caulerpa Controlled Area is established.

2.) Under the Controlled Area Notice (CAN), it is illegal to remove any marine life including fish, shellfish, koura (crayfish) or seaweed from the zone. This means any form of fishing is banned. This includes spearfishing, crayfishing, kina and other shellfish gathering, net fishing and drift fishing from any kind of vessel.

3.) No anchoring is allowed in the controlled area other than a very few permitted activities such as for scientific research or where residents are reliant on a vessel for regular transport. Permits from Biosecurity New Zealand will be needed for this. Anchoring in an emergency, e.g. to shelter from weather, is allowed without a permit.

4.) For full restrictions and prohibited activities in this area, mariners are advised to refer to the Te Rawhiti Caulerpa Controlled Area Notice 2023
https://www.mpi.govt.nz/biosecurity/exotic-pests-and-diseases-in-new-zealand/pests-and-diseases-under-response/exotic-caulerpa-seaweeds-at-great-barrier-great-mercury-kawau-island-and-bay-of-islands-te-rawhiti-inlet/