446-05 Proposed declaration and zoning of the Great Sandy Marine Park Draft Plan

Eligibility - Residents of the State of Queensland
Principal Petitioner:
M Hart
Boaties Warehouse
21 Ellena Street
MARYBOROUGH QLD 4650
Total Signatures - 215
Sponsoring Member: Christopher Foley MP
Posting Date: 10/03/2005
Tabled Date: 10/03/2005
TO: The Honourable the Speaker and Members of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland

The petition of residents of the State of Queensland draws to the attention of the House the concerns they have with the proposed declaration and zoning of the Great Sandy Marine Park Draft Plan. The residents are concerned the proposed changes will affect both the recreational and commercial fishing industry through sustainability and safety issues. 

The petitioners therefore request the House to resolve the following concerns in a manner that is fair and equitable to both recreational and commercial fishing interests: 

  • Resolve the tension between the recreational and commercial fishing industry in the areas where there is only 1 hook, 1 line allowed for recreational fishing; 
  • Review the go slow areas and its impact on marine safety; 
  • Reassess the Great Sandy Marine Park Draft Plan to ensure that only the commercial fishermen with a current history of fishing in this area be allowed to continue, to stop displaced fishermen from other areas putting further pressure on fish stocks; 
  • Pay compensation to the commercial fishing industry if they are displaced by the plan.