Brisbanetimes iconBrisbanetimesAug 11, 2026

Millions of kilograms of sea life are taken from marine parks every year. It’s completely legal

The review of Commonwealth marine parks will consider new areas to protect, and the activities allowed within them – including industrial fishing practices such as bottom trawling.

Millions of kilograms of sea life are taken from marine parks every year. It’s completely legal

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The review of Commonwealth marine parks will consider new areas to protect, and the activities allowed within them – including industrial fishing practices such as bottom trawling.

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The review of Commonwealth marine parks will consider new areas to protect, and the activities allowed within them – including industrial fishing practices such as bottom trawling.

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