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Te Paepae o Aotea (Volkner Rocks) Marine Reserve

Located in the Bay of Plenty region

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Introduction

Te Paepae o Aotea (Volkner Rocks) is a diverse and thriving ecosystem that you have to see to believe. A diver’s paradise that gives access to some of Aotearoa’s most prized marine life.

The marine reserve was established in 2006 and is 1,267 hectares.

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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.