Since 2015, Indonesia’s Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Minister has ordered the destruction of over 380 boats fishing illegally in Indonesian waters. The Minister is most popular with local, small-scale fishermen who depend on the sea to make a living.
This approach may be too extreme for New Zealand, but it highlights the effectiveness of decisive action against those who are acting illegally or not reporting catch or their activities. Article on Lowy Institute. 4 April 2018