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Sugar Loaf Islands Marine Protected Area Act, 1991 (Act No. 8 of 1991).

Country/Territory
New Zealand
Document type
Legislation
Date
1991 (2013)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the setting up and management of the Sugar Loaf Islands Marine Protected Area for the purpose of protecting that area of the sea and foreshore in its natural state as the habitat of marine life, and to provide for the enhancement of recreational activities.
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Marine protected areas Protection of habitats Ecosystem preservation Offences/penalties Protected area
Geographical area
Asia and the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, Oceania, South Pacific
Abstract

This Act, consisting of 12 sections, provides for the setting up and management of the Sugar Loaf Islands Marine Protected Area so as to conserve and protect its scenery, natural features and ecosystem.

Full text
English
Website
www.legislation.govt.nz