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National Rock Lobster Management Group: Securing Sustainable Fisheries

The National Rock Lobster Management Group (NRLMG) was established in 1992 to develop a Plan of Management for New Zealand rock lobster fisheries. NRLMG, with multi-sector stakeholder representation, plays a crucial role in advising the Ministry of Fisheries on rock lobster fisheries issues. From research planning to sustainability advice, NRLMG ensures the long-term health of rock lobster populations through comprehensive assessment and management procedures.

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National Rock Lobster Management Group: Securing Sustainable Fisheries

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  1. NATIONAL ROCK LOBSTER MANAGEMENT GROUP NRLMG

  2. NRLMG Multi-sector stakeholder representation • Customary • Amateur • Environment and Conservation • Commercial • Ministry of Fisheries • Science Advisors

  3. NRLMG • Produce Annual Report for Minister of Fisheries – “NRLMG asprimary source of advice on rock lobster fisheries issues” • Rock lobster fisheries research planning - RPG • Rock lobster fisheries assessment working group - RLFAWG

  4. NRLMG • Established 1992 as outcome of Rock Lobster Steering Committee established by Minister to develop Plan of Management for New Zealand rock lobster fisheries. • The “Ten Year Plan” October 1991 • Annual review and revision by NRLMG • From “one stock all NZ” assessments and decisions to single/dual stock assessments and management procedures incorporating decision rules

  5. NRLMG • TAC/TACC and Sustainability Advice • Regulation reviews – capture methods, escapement, seasons, domestic sales etc • Compliance threat assessment - Catch identification • Development and operation of Management Procedures incorporating decision rules • Encourage co-operation and collaboration at regional/fishery level

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