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How do we make sure we get a fish-friendly Oceans and Fisheries Minister

September 24, 2026 Under coalition arrangements nothing is guaranteed, that’s why it’s important to understand where lots of parties stand in terms of fisheries policy. Having cross-party support for restoring the abundance of fish means there is more chance of getting a Minister that will work towards that collective goal.
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Why is it important that political parties have a fisheries policy?

September 24, 2026 Because the marine environment and fishing is important to millions of New Zealanders. For the first time, fisheries is an election issue. This means Kiwis now have an opportunity to align their normal vote with the party that best fits in with their fishing interests.
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Which political parties does LegaSea support?

September 24, 2026 LegaSea is non-partisan. We do not support any specific political party. We are committed to raising public awareness, showing people where each political party stands in regards to issues that are important to our marine environment, fish and fishing. This is to make it easier for people to make an informed decision and back the ... Read more.
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