Wildlife Beach goers risk fines for flouting wildlife rules Visitors and residents urged to walk on dedicated beach tracks this summer to protect Hoodies. by . Published December 17, 2024 Link copied! Copy failed! It is illegal to harass or harm hooded plovers, damage their habitat, or interfere with warning signage, with penalties ranging between $3951 and $47,421. Updated September 04, 2025 12:13 am | 6 months ago Link copied! Copy failed!