The NZ First Fisheries Bill is a punch in the face to the entire recreational fishing community
When even Government MPs hesitate, it’s worth asking: who does this bill really serve?
fishing industry
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Fisheries Bill sacrifices the future of fishing for corporate profits – Greens
You don’t privatise a public ocean without consequences. The question is whether anyone will stop it before it’s too late.
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Empty promises from National-led government as ‘ocean exploitation bill’ voted through – Greenpeace
100,000 voices ignored. Cameras blocked. Bottom trawling protected. This isn’t just a fisheries bill — it’s a political line in the sand.
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Shane Jones will fine The Daily Blog $50,000?!?
A new fisheries law could fine media $50,000 for publishing boat footage. The Daily Blog says bring it on — and will fight it in court.
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Greenpeace: Fisheries Amendment Bill is ‘rotten to the core’
Greenpeace says the Fisheries Amendment Bill New Zealand must be rejected, warning it weakens ocean protections and transparency.
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Fisheries Amendment Bill slammed as worst in a generation – Greenpeace
Environmental groups warn the Fisheries Amendment Bill could weaken ocean protections, expand bottom trawling, and hand greater control to the fishing industry.
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Shane Jones declares war on Recreational Fishermen by gutting our future fish for corporate gain
Recreational fishers are furious as Shane Jones’ fishing law changes threaten fish stocks and favour corporate interests.
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Fisheries Amendment Erases What Is Good About The Act – Forest & Bird
Forest & Bird warns new fishing laws could damage marine ecosystems and prioritise profit over sustainability.
