Regulation of marine farming in Tasmania
The marine farming industry is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania under the Living Marine Resources Management Act 1995 and the Marine Farming Planning Act 1995.
Information about marine farming in Tasmania, including regulation, can be found on the aquaculture section of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania’s website.
How are marine farms marked
Marine farming leases are generally marked at their extremities by special marks. These markers are yellow in colour and may have lights and a cross.
Where to find locations and maps of marine farms
The majority of leases are in the South east of the state, however there are shellfish leases in the far North west and fin fish leases in Macquarie Harbour.
The location of marine farm leases and marks can be found on the MAST GIS.
Mariners should avoid navigating within the lease, as there may be underwater hazards that are not charted or easily apparent when navigating in the vicinity.
Reporting marine farm debris
If you come across marine farming equipment outside a marine farming lease area i.e. on the water or washed up on the shoreline, you can report your sighting to the Marine Farming Branch, Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania via email.
If debris poses a hazard to navigation, contact Marine and Safety Tasmania:
Email MAST: Admin@mast.tas.gov.au
Phone MAST: 1300 135 513