AFTA: SUPPORT YOUR ASSOCIATION
The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) is your professional trade association. Your membership fee supports the future sustainability of our industry and ensures the rights of recreational anglers throughout Australia are safeguarded for future generations.
Our purpose is to benefit our members: wholesalers, importers, manufacturers, retailers of fishing goods and services, and those involved in recreational fishing media.
AFTA: PROTECTING FISHING’S FUTURE
We strive to protect the future of recreational fishing by consistently engaging with political leaders at all levels of government. AFTA provides detailed submissions to the government on various issues, reflecting the concerns of our members.
Our goal is to achieve robust, well-considered, and equitable policy outcomes that either benefit or minimise the negative impact on the recreational fishing industry.
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CURRENT NEWS
AFTA Chair’s Report – April 2025
AFTA Chair's Report - April 2025 "With the Federal election approaching, it is disheartening that all political parties disregard the over 25% of the population who go recreational fishing, supporting over 100,000 jobs and contributing $11 billion to the nation's...
Draft NSW Mulloway Harvest Strategy
Draft NSW Mulloway Harvest Strategy
Government Investment Driving Innovation in Recreational Fishing Sustainability
Government Investment Driving Innovation in Recreational Fishing Sustainability The Australian Government continues to demonstrate world-leading leadership in the recreational fishing industry through bold investments that are transforming sustainability practices and...
Federal Election May 3rd – Where the Parties stand
FEDERAL ELECTION With the Federal election scheduled for the 3rd of May and Pre Poll Voting beginning on Tuesday, 22nd April, the Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) has, over the past three-year term, expressed significant concerns regarding the Albanese...
Impacts of USA Tariffs on the Recreational Fishing Industry in Australia
An Analysis of Economic and Market Effects Introduction The United States' imposition of tariffs on various goods can have far-reaching impacts, not only within its own borders but also on global trade and industries. The recreational fishing industry in Australia is...
New homes for Catfish to grow wild numbers in Victoria
Victorian populations of freshwater catfish are continuing on their road to recovery, with more than 25,000 of the native species to be relocated to new homes in the state’s north. Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) CEO Travis Dowling said the catfish have been moved...
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Let's Fish Australia
An initative of AFTA, the Let’s Fish Australia campaign consists of a series of television ads and social media clips encouraging families, friends, and newcomers to get out there and wet a line.
The project’s themes focus on fishing as a perfect choice for fun, relaxation, togetherness, enjoying nature, and mental health.