Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2015L01818:front:0:p99
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2015L01818
Segment Type: other
Provision Reference: 
Character Range: 283362–286425

provided under the first plan, prior permits for commercial fishing within park waters were cancelled during the life of the first plan and no further commercial fishing permits have been issued. The ban on conducting ship hull inspections (except for Defence purposes) instituted under the first plan was maintained. Also during the life of the first plan a policy on the management of weddings and other public gatherings was developed.

Under ss.354 and 354A of the EPBC Act commercial activities are prohibited in the park except in accordance with this plan. The EPBC Regulations also prohibit commercial activities but operate subject to the EPBC Act and this plan. Commercial tours in the park's marine areas must also comply with the Control of Naval Waters Act 1918.

Issue
    * Commercial activities may impact adversely on the park's natural and cultural values.

Prescriptions

Policies

    7.10.1    Commercial activities not specifically catered for under other prescriptions in this plan may be carried on in the park in accordance with a permit issued by the Director provided they:

       (a)     promote understanding and appreciation of the park's natural and cultural heritage

       (b)     are consistent with the zoning scheme of this plan

       (c)      are consistent with the conservation values and reserve management principles applicable to the park

       (d)     benefit the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community.

    7.10.2    Commercial activities proposed for Bowen Island must deliver clear benefits to the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community and conservation benefits that enhance the protection and/or rehabilitation of the island's natural and cultural values. Proposals will be assessed in accordance with Section 9.8, How Proposals Will Be Assessed. Only proposals that involve one or more traditional owners and are supported by the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council will be considered.

    7.10.3    Commercial ship hull inspections and slipping of civilian vessels will not be allowed in the park, except for Defence purposes.

    7.10.4    Commercial fishing and associated activities such as access through the park for commercial fishing will not be allowed in the park.

    7.10.5    Commercial apiary activities will not be permitted in the park.

    7.10.6    Weddings and other public gatherings will be allowed in accordance with the relevant park policy.

    7.10.7    Permits may be issued for commercial filming and photography if the activity:

       (a)     in the case of weddings, is undertaken in accordance with the relevant park policy on weddings and other public gatherings

       (b)     in other cases, enhances and promotes Booderee with a strong environmental message and has the Council's agreement.

    7.10.8    Filming and photography relating to the events of the day will not require a permit—reporters will be required to undergo a briefing and to generally comply with the conditions of film and photography permits.

    7.10.9    No activities associated with the sale