EPISODE · Jun 11, 2026 · 8 MIN
Fisheries Minister denies impact of bottom trawling
from Morning Report
Bottom trawling is under increased scrutiny as Parliament considers a major overhaul of fishing laws. The practice involves dragging nets just above or along the ocean floor - 70% of New Zealand's commercially caught fish are caught using the method, but critics say its too destructive and should be phased out. Minister for Oceans and Fisheries, Shane Jones spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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