Solitary Islands Marine Park review

THE Solitary Islands Marine Park in northern NSW is currently under review.

For those unfamiliar with the park's history and overall size, it was the first marine park established in NSW and stretches over 75km from Muttonbird Island in the south to the Sandon River and Plover Island in the north. The SIMP incorporates estuaries to their tidal limit, foreshores to the mean high water mark and extends offshore to the 3 nautical mile state waters boundary.

With the SIMP currently under review, concerned local stakeholders comprising recreational and professional fishers, spearfishers, local clubs and businesses have formed a group to publicly oppose the proposed changes. In a bid to voice opposition to government on the expansion of the SIMP the website www.savesol.com features a quick link to a submission form that can be easily completed and lodged.

Recreational fishos and all opposed to further expansion of the Solitary Islands Marine Park are encouraged to complete submissions as soon as possible.