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Everyone who uses our NSW aquatic environment, whether for recreation, hobby or business activities, has an essential role to play in maintaining our biosecurity.
Members of the public such as fishers, divers and local environmental groups, are often the first to notice a new aquatic pest species or the spread of an existing pest into a new area. This information can be very valuable in helping to manage pest problems.
Please report any suspected pests or diseases. Early detection of an aquatic pest population is critical! Once a pest has established in an area, it is very difficult, if not impossible to eradicate.
As a recreational waterway user, you have a responsibility to reduce the risk of the spread of aquatic pests and diseases from your activities. Practising good biosecurity can help reduce the threat to NSW waterways.