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Commercial approvals

Trawler at sea.

Trawler at sea.

New arrangements for the South-east Marine Parks Network are in effect from 13 February 2025. Visit South-east Network Management Plan for more details including zoning and allowable activities.

There are certain rules that control activities in Australian Marine Parks.

Commercial activities

The following links contain information on the approvals required for commercial activities conducted in Australian Marine Parks.

See also: other approvals

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