It’s time to step up and introduce our campaign, a direct response opposing Shane Jones’ proposed amendments to the Fisheries Act. The Minister has made it clear that he’s out to privatise our fisheries and we’re saying the proposals aren’t reforms, they’re a scam.

The Fisheries Reform Scam is a proposal that sounds innocent enough on the surface but will end up locking out the public and small-scale fishers while giving big commercial fishing operators and seafood giants control of our fish. The goal of fisheries management is more than just short-term profits and corporate gains. As New Zealanders, we want healthy fish stocks, well paying jobs in coastal communities, and a fair say for all Kiwis who care for the marine environment. That’s where you come in – your voice matters.