SUMMARY OF OBJECTIVES & OUTPUTS

Objective

Output

Sustainability - a sustainable fishery in the Marlborough Sounds that will meet the cultural, economic and social needs of present and future generations.

The fisheries management plan will recognise and incorporate the aspirations of the Marlborough Sounds community The stock management and harvest strategies will actively contribute to the future sustainability of Marlborough Sounds resources

Management - a management plan based on [experience based] knowledge and research.

The fisheries management plan will be based upon the best experience and research information availableStock management, harvest effects, harvest allocation [?]The fisheries management plan will be implemented by a well regarded and respected community based organisation who will be accountable to both the Minister of Fisheries and the Marlborough Sounds community

Community Ownership - community knowledge and ownership of the Marlborough Sounds fishery applying principles of Kaitiaki and stewardship.

The Marlborough, Nelson and wider communities will work together to address the issues facing the Marlborough Sounds The fisheries management plan will recognise the diverse history of the Marlborough Sounds and the ongoing connection of the whanau/families to that place and the business and activity of fishing.

Ecosystem Protection - to support initiatives that promote a healthy marine ecosystem.

A fisheries management plan and community organisation that demonstrates a balance between sustainable use and the conservation, enhancement, and restoration of fisheries and their habitat in the Marlborough Sounds. Short, medium and long term initiatives are clearly identified and implemented to conserve, enhance and restore a healthy marine ecosystem.