Tuesday, 21 March 2023

 Tim BULL (Gippsland East) (12:58): Gippsland Lakes commercial fishers can now harvest crabs and prawns for human consumption after a recent Department of Health approval following water quality concerns. However, the health advice has not changed for recreational fishers despite repeated requests. This past week I have had contact from businesses who have been significantly impacted by this. There should not be two sets of rules. If they are safe to eat, they are safe to eat. I ask the minister to fix this prior to Easter to avoid further impacts on businesses.