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369Taking of rock lobster other than by certain methods prohibited
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369 Taking of rock lobster other than by certain methods prohibited
For the purposes of section 114 of the Act, it is prohibited to take, or attempt to take, rock lobster in Victoria by the use of any equipment other than—
(a) underwater breathing apparatus; or
(b) a recreational hoop net, that is operated from the surface of the water.
Contravention of this prohibition in this regulation is an offence under section 114(3) of the Act. A penalty of 100 penalty units or 6 months imprisonment or both applies.