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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...
Federal Election Fishing Policy Information – Keeping you Updated #2
UPDATE: 9th May, 2022 The Federal election is to be held on the 21st May, with Pre-Poll voting commencing on the 9th May. This is the second of weekly updates on the election. As...
More Fishy Claims About the Reef
Dr Walter Stark is an eminent scientist who is worthy of respect for his commonsense approach to issues.
Federal Election Fishing Policy Information – Keeping you Updated
UPDATE: 2nd May, 2022The Federal election is to be held on the 21st May, with Pre-Poll voting commencing on the 9th May. This will be the first of weekly updates on the...
$20 million for better facilities for Australia’s fishos, boaties and campers | Liberal Party of Australia
Millions of Australians that love to go fishing, boating and camping will benefit from upgraded community facilities under the Morrison Government’s economic plan which has...
Commonwealth Marine Park Management, AFTA, ARFF, BIA & SIA alliance seeks commitment to the status quo by all political parties
Commonwealth Marine Park Management, AFTA, ARFF, BIA & SIA alliance seeks commitment to the status quo by all political parties AFTA has formed a strong alliance with the...
You only have until the 29th April to have your say on on Western Australia stock recovery measures for iconic dhufish and pink snapper
You only have until April 29 to engage in the industry-led consultation process with Recfishwest on how best to manage the reduced total catch limit and help the stock recover.
Qld Minister Furner’s response to Question on Notice: Spanish Mackerel
In 2018–19, the fishery’s commercial sector contributed 66 full-time equivalent jobs and $6.7 million (including flow-on effects) to the economy, while recreational fishers were estimated to have spent approximately $6.8 million on Spanish mackerel fishing trips.
Pure Fishing appoints Manager for Australia and New Zealand
Pure Fishing appoints Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand Pure Fishing, the world’s largest fishing tackle company appoints Mitch Birt to Country Manager, ANZ....
Change at the helm of Daiwa Australia
CHANGE AT THE HELM OF DAIWA Daiwa Australia’s Bob Mercer ended his 19-year tenure as Managing Director on 1 April 2022, with the well respected and much-loved Director making the...
AFTA President in the heart of the floods
With all that is happening in the world, it is easy to forget the recent events in my local area. I was asked recently, when would I be able to move back into my house; I hope...
Is Tony Burke’s Labor plan for Commonwealth Marine Parks still on the table?
TONY BURKE MP MEDIA RELEASE: LABOR WILL BRING BACK THE COMMONWEALTH MARINE PARKS LABOR WILL BRING BACK THE COMMONWEALTH MARINE PARKS Labor has today committed to reverse the...
*** URGENT ACTION REQUIRED*** Spanish Mackerel Survey Closes May 5th
In summary the survey method used in this data collection is as flawed as the modelling and data input into the East Coast Spanish Mackerel Stock Assessment.