| Date of offence or contravention | Between 14 Oct 2009 and 14 Oct 2009 |
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| Type of offence or contravention | Discharge oil from ship into State waters at Maribyrnong on 14.10.09, contrary to s.8(1) of POWBONS.Pollute waters and make harmful or potentially harmful to animals, birds, wildlife, fish or other aquatic life at Maribyrnong on 14.10.09, contrary to s.39(1)(c). |
| Background of offence or contravention | On 14 October 2009, a vessel known as Golden Fumi, under the control of vessel master Jesus Nunez, discharged oil into the Maribyrnong River. The affected section of Maribyrnong river was a sensitive habitat for various bird, fish and other aquatic species. There was no evidence of actual impact to these species, but expert evidence suggested a substantial potential impact. |
| Date of court hearing | 5 November 2010 |
| Date of court order | 5 November 2010 |
| Judicial officer | Mr P. Couzens |
| Court and location | Melbourne |
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Court orders made
Convicted and fined an aggregate of $7,500.
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