http://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing/compliance/monetary-rewards Monetary rewards You may be entitled to a monetary reward if you report the following; Illegal fishing involving the take of abalone or rock lobster which leads to the offender(s) being prosecuted and convicted in court Illegal damage to marine vegetation such as clearing of mangroves or seagrasses and which leads to the offender(s) involved being issued a penalty infringement notice or remediation order Convictions in court can take place many months after the illegal activity was reported. This length of time can be influenced by the number of alleged offenders involved, investigations required and any appeals to court decisions. Issue of penalty infringement notices or remediation orders will usually take place weeks or months after the illegal damage was reported. If you think you may be entitled to a monetary reward after making one of these illegal activity reports, then contact 02 4328 8605. If you provide information about illegal activity then that information and your identity will remain confidential. |
