Govt considers advice on rockpool gathering

Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones has received advice from officials outlining options for dealing with reports of rockpools around Whangaparāoa Peninsula and other areas being stripped of marine life.

Minister Jones says “I understand the frustrations of people who care about their coastlines but it is important I have all the information before making such significant decisions. For example, I’m considering whether there needs to be a change of rules to better recognise the importance of rockpool species that are not usually gathered for food.”