Fisheries (Shellfish) Rules 2017
40Pre-fishing reports
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40 Pre-fishing reports
(1) The holder of a fishing licence (class shellfish) must make a report to the reporting service before –
(a) entering the area of State waters authorised by that licence for the taking or possession of shellfish; and
(b) taking any shellfish under that licence.
Penalty: Grade 2 penalty.
(2) However, the holder of a fishing licence (Pacific oyster) is not required to make a report before taking only Pacific oyster, unless directed to do so by the Secretary.