Living Marine Resources Management Act 1995

The Secretary must submit to the Minister – the draft marine resources protected area management plan with any amendment made under section 109; and the report prepared under that section.

The Minister must approve a draft marine resources protected area management plan if satisfied that – the plan promotes the conservation of the marine environment; and the plan prevents the introduction of, or removes, introduced fish and noxious fish; and the plan assists in the enjoyment of, and access to, the living marine resources by the community; and the Secretary has taken appropriate action in relation to any representation made in respect of the plan.

If the Minister is not satisfied as required under subsection (2), the Minister must – refer the draft marine resources protected area management plan to the Secretary; and specify any matter which requires action before the Minister may be satisfied under subsection (2).