“The proposed reefs will complement a number of existing estuarine artificial reefs within Botany Bay, adding to its reputation as a haven for recreational fishing,” Ms Hodgkinson said.
“The addition of offshore artificial reefs off Botany Bay will provide a complex habitat for such popular recreational fishing species as snapper, kingfish, morwong and many other reef species.
“Artificial reef experts within the Department of Primary Industries will start work immediately on an environmental assessment to ensure the reefs do not adversely impact on the natural environment.
“The NSW Government will be calling for tenders for the construction and deployment of the reefs once the final locations have been determined,” she said.
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