SNAPPER FISHERY

The Hon. J.S.L. DAWKINS (14:51): I have a supplementary question. I thank the minister for that answer but will she bring back the basis on which the determination was made to have a different limit for boats with four to six passengers, as against the boats that are carrying seven passengers or more?

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Agriculture, Food and Fisheries, Minister for Forests, Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Tourism, Minister for the Status of Women) (14:52): My understanding is that these came from discussions with the industry, based on the figures which I have alluded to in terms of the burden of catch. We have tried to land in a position that is reasonably fair and balanced, and that is where we have landed.