Marine Biosecurity Talk from 6:30pm
Here’s a rundown of topics to be covered at the talk:
• The purpose of marine biosecurity
• How marine biosecurity works in NZ.
• Legislation which informs what we need to do in our role and why and what it means for boaties (brief)
• Marine pest species, especially those in the region Pest Management Plan.
• Exotic caulerpa situation in the Auckland region.
• Hull surveillance programme; purpose, outcomes, and compliance - how it may affect boaties.
• Tips for keeping a clean hull and maximising time between haul outs.
• Open discussion