Don't snag a fine this Christmas

12:13 AM Fri 17 Dec 2010 GMT

While hundreds of fishers throw a line overboard in hope of the perfect Christmas catch, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority reminds those heading out on the water to grab a free zoning map. With patrols taking place in the Marine Park during this festive season, fishers should be mindful of the zoning rules and not risk getting a fine for illegal fishing in areas where fishing isn?t allowed or is limited. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Field Management Director Mick Bishop said zoning maps were useful to keep on boats or in tackle boxes and should be ...

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by GBRMPA