Queensland Government announced yesterday two new artificial reefs in Moreton Bay. One will be located west of Peel Island and the other east of Coochiemudlo Island. Both reefs are part of a Government commitment to establish six artifical reefs for recreational fishing after increases in the protection zones within Moreton Bay Marine Park. Using Reef Balls, the Peel Island site will cover an area of 50ha and Coochiemudlo 15ha. Reef Balls have proven very affective around the world for creating artificial reefs. Their ball design increases the surface area available for encrusting growth and the various holes creates the prefect habitat for many fish species.
