Hammond MP Adrian Pederick says the Liberal’s approach to marine parks is a far more sensible and sustainable approach than the labor governments.

Mr Pederick says the Liberals are committed to protecting the environment without compromising regional communities – as well as the future of commercial and recreation fishing.

Liberal leader Isobel Redmond (who’s facing a challenge for her leadership next Tuesday) says we’ve been listening to the recreational and commercial fishing industry, regional communities and marine experts who are overwhelmingly saying marine parks are important, but these Sanctuary (No Take) Zones are incredibly damaging and are not supported by scientific evidence.