Marlborough’s coastline is unique and ecologically diverse with 1,800 kilometres of coastline and 725,000 hectares of marine waters. The sheltered bays, estuaries and open seas support thriving marine ecosystems, aquaculture, recreation and tourism. The Marlborough Sounds is a busy waterway used by a wide range of vessels for both recreation and industry. Balancing competing interests in this large, interconnected area while supporting biodiversity, recreation and a healthy economy is no easy task.
This chapter contains information about marine biosecurity, nautical safety, coastal water quality and discharges and aquaculture.
