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Sydney Offshore Artificial Reef
| Location: | Approx. 1.9 km south-east of South Head (Sydney Harbour) |
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| Depth: | 38 metres |
| Deployment: | October 2011 |
| Coordinates: | 33°50.797' S (Latitude), 151°17.988'E (Longitude) (WGS84 datum) |
| Reef type: | One single steel module of the dimensions 12m x 15m x 12m with two vertical towers |
| Reef area: | Total reef volume is approx. 700 cubic metres |
| Species: | Kingfish, Silver Trevally, Snapper, Mulloway, Morwongs, Tailor & Leather Jackets |
| Other: | The Sydney offshore artificial reef is the first offshore artificial reef of NSW DPI’s reefs to be installed |
| How to fish: | Due to the intricate design of the Sydney offshore artificial reef we suggest anglers who wish to anchor sound out the reef and find a sandy location away from the structure to avoid losing their anchor. For further information please visit our user guidelines - offshore artificial reefs. |
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If you require further information, please call 0457 664 062 or email: fisheries.enhancement@dpi.nsw.gov.au
