Grass Island

Tap Mun is also called Grass Island. It is situated in Sai Kung North, to the east of the Tolo Channel. It was once a famous fishing area with a population of about 5 000. The population has now dropped because of the reduction in fish haul, which has forced inhabitants to earn their living elsewhere. There are only a few shops on the island which sell daily necessities. As there is no market, residents have to go to Tai Po Market or Sai Kung to do their shopping. The only school there had ceased operation since September 2004. Since there is no medical facilities in Tap Mun, the government has arranged a medical ship to visit the Island on a regular basis to provide medical services for the residents.