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Emergency set net fishing ban imposed to protect Otago penguins

The PressRNZStuffNZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesMonday 15 September 2025 · 5 outlets · 3 reports · updated

In this story Department of Conservation, Shane Jones, Environmental Law Initiative

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Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones has ordered an immediate three-month ban on set-net fishing around the Otago Peninsula. The emergency measure aims to protect the endangered yellow-eyed penguin (hoiho) population following urgent calls from conservation groups.

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First reported by The Press, Mon 15 Sep 2025, 5:00am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 3 hours
  1. The PressThe Press via The Post

    Surprise penguin fishing ban from pro-industry minister Shane Jones (opens in new tab)

  2. RNZRNZ

    Emergency set net fishing ban enforced to protect threatened hoiho around Otago Peninsula (opens in new tab)

    Also on Stuff (opens in new tab), NZ Herald (opens in new tab)

  3. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Set net fishing ban enforced for Otago Peninsula (opens in new tab)