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Monday 5 April, 2004 BOAT OWNERS KEEP VESSELS CLEAN TO TREAT ‘EM MEAN Environment Minister John Thwaites today launched a campaign urging boating enthusiasts to stop aquatic pests spreading in Victorian waters. Mr Thwaites said the message was particularly important this week with thousands of Victorians set to take to the water over Easter. 'Boat owners can greatly assist efforts to control pests by remembering the Six Ds, and in doingso prevent serious damage to our marine environment,' Mr Thwaites said. 'The ‘Six Ds’ are simple, and more importantly, effective ways to minimise the risk of inadvertently spreading aquatic pests. 'If you are involved in fishing, sailing, water skiing, cruising, kayaking, canoeing or scuba-diving – the Six Ds can prevent you unknowingly spreading pests around Victoria.' The Six D’s to deter aquatic pests are: • Dislodge all plants and animals from your boat and put them in a bin• Drain away all water• Dispose of unwanted live bait by placing it in a bin• Douse your boat and equipment with fresh water• Dry your boat and equipment and• Don’t forget to apply (where appropriate) an approved anti-foulant.Mr Thwaites said the recent discovery of the Northern Pacific Seastar at Inverloch was an unwelcome reminder of the importance of controlling aquatic pests. Centre on 136 186
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