Australia · Spearfishing zone
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park - General Use (Light Blue) Zones
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Great Barrier Reef Marine Park - General Use (Light Blue) Zones.
Limited spearfishing (spear or speargun, snorkel only, no powerhead/firearm/light/underwater breathing apparatus) is allowed.
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
Snorkel only; no powerhead, firearm, light or underwater breathing apparatus; recreational bag/size limits and protected species rules apply.
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.