Australia · Spearfishing zone
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park - Conservation Park (Yellow) Zones
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Great Barrier Reef Marine Park - Conservation Park (Yellow) Zones.
Limited spearfishing permitted unless a Public Appreciation Special Management Area is in place over the zone.
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
Snorkel only; prohibited where a Public Appreciation Special Management Area applies (e.g. near resorts, dive sites, pontoons).
Source
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Australia
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Online via the relevant state fisheries authority website, or from authorised agents/tackle shops.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · dpird.nsw.gov.au
On the ground
Local shops & charters
Gear shops, charters, courses and clubs around Australia. Sample listings are clearly marked while we verify real operators.