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Don’t use Imported Green (Uncooked) Prawns as Bait |
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Protect Australian Fisheries from Disease
Don’t use Imported Green (Uncooked) Prawns as Bait
Imported Green Prawns can carry Viruses
Although not dangerous to humans, these viruses could have devastating consequences for the Australian Prawn Industry (Farmed & Wild Caught).
Any fisher who use imported green prawns as bait may unknowingly introduce serious diseases to the Australian Prawn Industry.
You can help keep Australian Produce Safe.
Introduced fish & shellfish diseases will have long term effects on our aquaculture industries, marine and fishing industries and aquatic ecosystems. It is critical that everyone understands their role in keeping Australian Fisheries Safe.
What you can do :
• Only use Australian prawns for bait (Check the packaging for information about country of origin).
• Never use imported green (uncooked) prawn as bait or heads & tails as burley.
• Only use bait caught in your region.
• Don’t turf in the surf – always dispose of prawns thoughtfully. Never throw green (uncooked) prawn waste into waterways.
If you suspect you have purchased imported prawns as bait, or need help identifying imported prawns:
Contact – DPI&F on 13 25 23
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The new zoning plan for Moreton Bay Marine Park is now available. Information about the new zoning arrangements, including copies of the zoning maps, boundary descriptions and a number of information sheets, is available from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website www.epa.qld.gov.au/moretonbay Please note that the new zoming plan will come into effect on 1 March 2009 and be enforced from this date. The current zoning plan will remain in effect and continue to be enforced until that time. Over the coming months, the EPA will be installing in-water and land-based signs and markers and releasing a range of maps and user guides to help you understand the changes before they come into effect in 2009. Please check the EPA website for further details.
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Boating and Fishing Regulations |
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Before you head out on to the water, make sure you are up-to-date with the latest boating and fishing regulations in Queensland. 
The Department of Primary Industries & Fisheries website has all the information you will need about size, take and possession limits, protected and no-take species, closed seasons and more; for fresh and tidal waters. http://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/ 
Maritime Safety Queensland's role is to protect Queensland's waterways and the people who use them. http://www.msq.qld.gov.au/ IMPORTANT:The changeover to the digital 406MHz EPIRB in Queensland has been brought forward to 1 November 2008. Follow this link for more information:
http://www.msq.qld.gov.au/Home/Safety/Epirbs/ 
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