Critics warn of fishing exemptions in new Hauraki Gulf protection law

Wednesday 5 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 5 Nov 2025, 9:21am

A City Councillor and a marine science professor have raised concerns regarding the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act. They claim a last-minute amendment allows commercial netting to continue within two of the newly established protected zones, potentially risking the recovery of the marine park.

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1. NewsroomWed 5 Nov 2025, 5:00am

   'Protected' gulf zones – preservation or hollow promises? (opens in new tab)

2. RNZWed 5 Nov 2025, 9:21am

   Why commercial fishing is still being allowed in 'protected' Hauraki Gulf zones (opens in new tab)