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"They fulfil an important $2 million election commitment by the Bligh Government to create six artificial reefs to ensure recreational anglers can enjoy sustainable fishing in the bay for generations to come. "This is all about protecting Moreton Bay for future generations of Queenslanders.HOME$

"We've introduced green zones to protect the bay's unique biodiversity and created go-slow zones to protect marine life such as dugongs and turtles from boat strikes.

"Now, with the creation of these artificial reefs, we 're ensuring that Moreton Bay remains a great place to wet a line, while still protecting the unique natural values of the marine park."

Ms Jones said the two new reefs were in addition to the recently completed Harry Atkinson Reef east of St Helena Island.

"Work is also underway on the design and construction of a further three reefs in offshore waters off Bribie Island, Moreton Island and South Stradbroke Island," she said.

"These final two sites ensure a good balance across the six artificial reefs to provide a range of new fishing experiences for offshore game fishers, spear fishers and inshore anglers, from the Gold Coast to Bribie Island.

"Their sheltered location, behind the islands of southern Moreton Bay, means they will also be suitable for fishing on days when sea conditions limit access to more exposed fishing spots in offshore waters."

Ms Jones said the sites were selected in conjunction with a working group made up of loc al volunteers and organisations including the Queensland Game Fishing Association, Sunfish, Ecofishers and the Australian Underwater Federation. The Peel Island site will cover some 50 hectares, while the Coochiemudlo site will comprise 15 hectares.