89FAssessment of applications for accreditation

89F Assessment of applications for accreditation

In assessing an application for accreditation of a TUMRA the Authority must consider the following matters: (a) the objectives of the zone or zones in which the proposed TUMRA would apply; (b) the matters covered by the TUMRA; (c) the likely effect of accreditation of the TUMRA on future options for the Marine Park; (d) the nature and scale of the traditional use of marine resources and any conservation of natural resources undertaken in accordance with the TUMRA; (e) the conservation of the natural resources of the Marine Park, including the need for conservation of protected species and, in particular, the capability of the relevant population of such a species to sustain harvesting; (f) any other requirements for ensuring the orderly and proper management of the Marine Park; (g) the need to protect the cultural and heritage values held in relation to the Marine Park by traditional owners and other people; (h) the possible effects of the proposed traditional use of marine resources on the environment and the adequacy of safeguards for the environment; (i) the likely effects of the proposed traditional use of marine resources on adjoining and adjacent areas; (j) any existing agreements or arrangements between the Authority and the traditional owner group covered by the TUMRA; (k) any legislation or government policy that applies to the proposed traditional use of marine resources; (l) any action necessary to avoid, remedy or mitigate unacceptable environmental impact that may result from the accreditation of the TUMRA; (m) any other matters relevant to the protection of the Marine Park.

Note for paragraph (e): For information about protected species, see regulation 29.