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Motu Manawa-Pollen Island Marine Reserve
Mōtū Manawa-Pollen Island Marine Reserve
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Auckland
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Introduction
The Mōtū Manawa-Pollen Island Marine Reserve protects 500 hectares of the inner reaches of Auckland's Waitemata Harbour.
The marine reserve was established in 1995 and is 500 hectares.
Protect our marine reserves
No fishing of any kind.
Don't take or kill marine life.
Don't remove or disturb any marine life or materials.
Don't feed fish - it disturbs their natural behaviour.
Take care when anchoring to avoid damaging the sea floor.