Badham

Badham is a Whangārei lawyer and seasoned recreational diver with nearly 40 years of experience. Recently, he has gained attention for challenging a ban on scallop gathering in Whangārei Harbour through a judicial review application filed in the High Court. He argues that the local scallop populations are healthy and capable of supporting sustainable harvesting, contrary to Fisheries NZ's findings that led to the ban. His advocacy is driven by a commitment to preserving Northland's fishing culture and ensuring the sustainability of seafood resources for future generations.