Redcliffe Jetty to remain iconic fishing location
Published Wednesday, 22 August, 2007 at 01:04 PM
Minister for Environment and Multiculturalism
The Honourable Lindy Nelson-Carr
Popular fishing spot Redcliffe Jetty will continue to be a place of recreation and enjoyment for fishing enthusiasts.
Environment Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr said despite scaremongering by certain groups, the Redcliffe Jetty would not be closed to recreational fishing and was not mentioned as a place of interest in the consultation.
“The waters 100m south of the jetty are some of a number of areas identified as having a high conservation value which means they play an important part in the health and ecology of the Bay,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.
“The jetty itself was never mentioned in the EPA ‘s areas of interest and was never targeted for closure.
“The red rocky shores at Redcliffe are peculiar to this area, and give the city its name. These volcanic rocks, with lots of holes, provides shelter for a wide range of shellfish and other marine animals,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.
Member for Redcliffe Lillian van Listenburg said a representative area of this unique Redcliffe bioregion should be given protection however it was a matter of working with the community to find an appropriate area that has minimal impact on fishers.
“People tell me they bring their grandkids to the jetty to fish and they are proud to have such a pristine environment close by,” Ms van Listenburg said.
“I’m pleased that this area will continue to be a special spot for families and fishinging enthusiasts.”
Consultation on the Moreton Bay Marine Park Zoning Review is continuing, to have your say visit www.epa.qld.gov.au
Media contact: Karla Steen 3336 8004
Environment Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr said despite scaremongering by certain groups, the Redcliffe Jetty would not be closed to recreational fishing and was not mentioned as a place of interest in the consultation.
“The waters 100m south of the jetty are some of a number of areas identified as having a high conservation value which means they play an important part in the health and ecology of the Bay,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.
“The jetty itself was never mentioned in the EPA ‘s areas of interest and was never targeted for closure.
“The red rocky shores at Redcliffe are peculiar to this area, and give the city its name. These volcanic rocks, with lots of holes, provides shelter for a wide range of shellfish and other marine animals,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.
Member for Redcliffe Lillian van Listenburg said a representative area of this unique Redcliffe bioregion should be given protection however it was a matter of working with the community to find an appropriate area that has minimal impact on fishers.
“People tell me they bring their grandkids to the jetty to fish and they are proud to have such a pristine environment close by,” Ms van Listenburg said.
“I’m pleased that this area will continue to be a special spot for families and fishinging enthusiasts.”
Consultation on the Moreton Bay Marine Park Zoning Review is continuing, to have your say visit www.epa.qld.gov.au
Media contact: Karla Steen 3336 8004