Pearling (General) Regulations 1991
Waives part of the fees for the commercial pearling industry to manage the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic until 31 March 2021.
Amends the pearling (general) regulations 1991 regarding permit fees and waivers.
Sets the annual fee for pearl oyster farms at $5463.84 per square nautical mile for the year ending December 31, 2019.
Sets annual fees for pearling licences, hatchery licences, and permits for the year ending 31 December 2019.
Restricts pearling and hatchery activities in Gantheaume Bay to Cygnet Bay Consolidated Pty Ltd.
Restricts pearling and hatchery activities in Church Hill to Cygnet Bay Consolidated Pty Ltd.
Restricts pearling and hatchery activities in Tyron Point and Anna Plains to Paspaley Pearling Company Pty Ltd.
Restricts pearling and hatchery activities in specified holding sites to the designated operator.