Friday, 15 January 2021, 10:59 am
New rules to stop the spread of aquatic pests across the
Bay of Plenty come in to force this summer with boat ramp
users now required to self-certify that their vessels and
trailers are free from freshwater fish and plant
pests.
Bay of Plenty Regional Council Biosecurity
Manager Greg Corbett explains that the rules contained
within the Bay of Plenty Regional Pest Management Plan 2020
– 2030, which became operative on the 17th December 2020,
ensure that lake users take an active role in protecting the
long term health of the region's lakes and
rivers.
“Ultimately everyone benefits from these new