Ahuahu - Great Mercury Island Controlled Area Notice Zone

1.) Mariners are advised that the Ahuahu - Great Mercury Island Controlled Area is in place.

2.) Within this area, you cannot fish for any seafood (fish, crayfish, shellfish) using any method that comes into contact with the seabed – for example, you must not use flounder nets, dredging or bottom trawling.

3.) Anchoring is allowed in the controlled area, however, vessel operators are required to check and clean the anchor and chain before moving to another area.

4.) Any visible seaweed should be removed and returned to the water in the area, and the anchor and chain should be rinsed.

5.) For full restrictions and prohibited activities in this area, mariners are advised to refer to the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notice 2024
https://www.mpi.govt.nz/biosecurity/exotic-pests-and-diseases-in-new-zealand/active-biosecurity-responses-to-pests-and-diseases/exotic-caulerpa-seaweeds-caulerpa-brachypus-and-caulerpa-parvifolia-in-new-zealand/the-legal-rules-for-boating-and-fishing-to-stop-the-spread-of-exotic-caulerpa/