Biodiversity advice provided
Explanation
In the 2000 Budget, the Ministry was provided with additional funding to enable it to contribute to the New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy. The Strategy covers a broad range of activities across several departments. This output covers a range of work designed to improve understanding of marine biological diversity and improve the management tools by which it is protected.
Expected results
Quantity, quality and timeliness
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In accordance with the work programme for the implementation of the Marine Protected Area Policy, by 30 June 2007 work will have been undertaken to finalise Stage One of the Policy and implement Stage Two.
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The Ministry intends to have Cabinet decisions on the fishing industry proposals for Benthic Protected Areas in the deepwater environment by 22 December 2006.
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A Threat Management Plan for Hector's and Maui's dolphins will be sent to the Minister of Fisheries and Minister of Conservation by 31 December 2006.
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Planning and prioritisation of the next phase for the implementation of the New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy following completion of the five year review will be undertaken by 30 June 2007.
Cost
Table of costs to be recovered from industry.
|
2005/06 SOI |
2006/07 Plan |
Change |
Plan |
654 |
553 |
101 |
Amount to be recovered from industry |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Percentage to be recovered from industry |
0 |
0 |
0 |