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A review of statewide finfish management in WA
A review of statewide finfish management in WA
Spanish Mackerel Fishery Management in Queensland
WARFFA – WHAT TO DO NOW
WARFFA - WHAT TO DO NOW!As we draw closer to the end of the public consultation period we must ensure we stay on the same path with our Key Messages and must ensure we continue...
WARFFA – HOW TO HELP PACKAGE
WARFFA - HOW TO HELP PACKAGE This package released by WARFFA is designed to help with any questions and help steer the key messages that West Australians must continue to push to...
Nine-month west coast demersal closure? There is a better way ….
Nine-month west coast demersal closure? There is a better way .... CEO of RecFishWest Dr Andrew Rowland says; Following last week’s shock announcement about the...
Recfishwest rejects Government’s proposals to ban fishing for dhufish and pink snapper for up to nine months
Fast facts: Recfishwest says it's more important than ever to get sustainable management right; However, the Government proposals fail to protect spawning dhufish, are...
Gone Fishing Day 2022
Mark Sunday 9 October 2022 in your calendar as NSW Gone Fishing Day is on again! Fishing clubs are now invited to apply for grants to help run community fishing events and...
Women in Recreational Fishing at the AFTA Show
Fisheries Queensland After a two-year break, Fisheries Queensland returned to AFTA sharing the Fisheries Hub with Victorian Fisheries Authority and New South Wales Fisheries. The...
Golden Tag Hits Major Milestone With 150 Winners
The Golden Tag competition has reached a major milestone, hooking in 150 lucky winners right across the state. Minister for Fishing and Boating Sonya Kilkenny said more than...
Victorian Ministerial Reply on Metropolitan Parks
Victorian Ministerial Reply on Metropolitan Parks Received in August 2022 Thank you for contacting me with your concerns about recreational fishing at our metropolitan parks.I...
East coast Spanish mackerel fishery: Final consultation on proposed management action
Now is the time for the AFTA Action Agenda by all recfishers to make their voices heard!
Bumper Bay Spawning for Port Phillip Snapper
A recent fisheries survey in Port Phillip Bay has recorded the third highest abundance of baby snapper since monitoring began nearly 30 years ago. Victorian Fisheries Authority...
Flood Relief Caravan
In March 2022, vast areas of the NSW north coast experienced never seen before flooding and damage. Thousands of families were affected, with water reaching levels never seen...
AFTA Chair’s Report – June 2022
once we as an industry stop the engagement process on the issues that are important to us, we lose, it is as simple as thatAFTA Chairs Report June 2022 AFTA AGM & Trade Show...
WA Demersal Issue Action Plan
“Nothing makes Ministers listen to concerns more than backbenchers in their ears representing their constituents.”
Anglers’ Advice Sought on Recreational Fishing Strategy in the NT
Fresh ideas to support the future of recreational fishing in the Northern Territory are being sought as part of a new Recreational Fishing Development Plan (RFDP). A...
Prysm Manufacturing – Plano Tackle Boxes – 25 Years Australian
Prysm Manufacturing – Plano Tackle Boxes Plano have been manufacturing their entry level Single, Double & Triple tray tackle boxes in Dandenong, Australia since 1996....
New Federal Fisheries Minister
Senator, The Hon Murray Watt has been appointed as Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and Emergency Management in the newly elected Albanese Government. Murray Watt...
The Tassie Devil – An Australian Fishing Icon
Wigston Lures & the Tassie Devil, an Australian success story.
Federal Election Fishing Policy Information – Keeping you Updated #3
UPDATE: 14th May, 2022“People demand greater policy transparency, hiding and playing the small target just doesn’t cut it!”The Federal election will be held just a few days away...