Proposed sea cage fish farms in Moreton Bay Marine Park

Eligibility - Queensland residents
Principal Petitioner:
Natalie Martin
94 Staghorn Street
Enoggera Qld 4051
Total Signatures - 1,108
Sponsoring Member: Mr Darryl Briskey MP
Posting Date: 2/10/2002
Closing Date: 1/11/2002
Tabled Date: 6/11/2002
Responded By: Responded Minister on 20/12/2002
TO: The Honourable the Speaker and Members of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland
The petition of Queensland residents draws to the attention of the House the proposed sea cage fish farms in Moreton Bay Marine Park. I want to see Moreton Bay protected. As an environmentally conscious Australian, I wish to register my support for the protection of this magnificent area that includes vast seagrass beds, a diversity of marine life including endangered species such as the loggerhead turtle and supports recreational pursuits and industries such as tourism and commercial and recreational fishing. The proposed location of a sea cage finfish aquaculture facility is a major cause for concern due to the high environmental, recreational and aesthetic values associated with this region. This part of the bay also comprises habitat for a variety of threatened and endangered species, as well as sites recognised internationally as significant for migratory birds. Protecting Moreton Bay from sea cage finfish aquaculture and other inappropriate development will be applauded by future generations of Australians, particularly those who use the bay. I urge you to stop this development from proceeding in Moreton Bay Marine Park now and in the future. Your petitioners, therefore, request the House to stop this development from proceeding; establish a new policy that does not allow sea cage aquaculture in Moreton Bay Marine Park; and continue to promote councils, industries and individuals that improve the health of our bay and waterways.