Kelp protection area Archives - New Zealand Surf Journal

Special Report: What The New Marine Reserves Mean For You, Fishing … And Sharks

Derek MorrisonOct 26, 2023April 9, 20240

New marine reserves raise a raft of questions for southern surfers as 10-year process finally bears fruit. We ask the experts how they even work, what implications there will be for surfing and fishing, and whether we should expect an increase in sharks over time. In early October this year,...

Marine Reserves And Types Explained

Derek MorrisonOct 25, 2023October 26, 20230

Following the Department of Conservation’s (DOC) announcement of six new marine reserves to be established along the southeastern coast of the South Island we delve into what they are and what they will mean for our coastline. Some of the early confusion with the unveiling stemmed from the addition of...