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Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has warned salmon farming could be paused in Macquarie Harbour to help protect the endangered Maugean skate.

Locals fear what that would do to jobs, and the flow-on effect to the local school and other industries.

While there is no set date for a decision, Ms Plibersek has said she would consult broadly before any announcement.

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