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Presidents Report AGM 2020
2019-20 Year in review, AFTA has been busy! Well, what a year it has turned out to be! When I stood up at the Gala dinner in 2019, having just taken up the reigns as the AFTA...
AFTA Chair’s Report AGM 2020
'a reason to belong to AFTA' The past 12 months have not been without challenges for our industry at all levels. As stated in my last Chair’s Report, the “Perfect Storm” of...
FRDC Report: Identifying the health and well-being benefits of recreational fishing
“The main reason Australian anglers go fishing, apart from catching dinner, is to relax and unwind. And while it seems logical that there are health benefits associated with recreational fishing, it seems incredible that we do not fully understand the scale and range of the benefits.…… Participants (in the study) indicated that there were several social, physical, mental health and well-being benefits to be gained from recreational fishing, with a particular emphasis on relaxation and stress release. When asked what health and well-being benefits families can gain from recreational fishing there was a significant focus on familial bonding
The lure of commercial fishing reform (South Australia)
These management proposals are the result of extensive consultation with the industry and have been further refined using expert advice and the latest in scientific information
Have your say on the proposed Marine Park changes in SA
Marine parks in South Australia survey Tell us what you think about the proposed changes to marine parks in South Australia that were announced by the Minister for Environment...
SA Recreational Fishing Priorities Survey
Ministers Recreational Fishing Advisory Council 5 June at 14:41 · Please complete the 𝗦𝗔 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 to have your say on the future of recreational...
AFTA Chairs Report May 2020
Working with government is critical to the recovery, making sure that our industry voice is heard!!
MENTAL HEALTH BENEFITS OF FISHING
One of the biggest psychological benefits of fishing is that it allows anglers to focus on the simple act of fishing. You can let go of all your cares and worries, which in turn, gives you the opportunity to decompress and appreciate the beauty and joy a day on the water affords.
Have your say on recreational fishing for Razorfish (South Australia)
Have your say on recreational fishing for Razorfish The Minister’s Recreational Fishing Advisory Council (MRFAC) has released a new survey to gain feedback from recreational...
Submission to the Goulburn Murray Trade Rule Review
To protect and ensure the sustainability of native fish species and the dependant flora and fauna, the peak river flows must be capped and designed as much as possible emulate the original flow patterns and seasonal runs.
Recreational Fishers to Continue to enjoy Southern Bluefin Tuna fishing
“Australian recreational fishers can continue to enjoy southern bluefin tuna (SBT) fishing into the future, just as they are today,” Assistant Minister for Forestry and Fisheries, Senator Jonathon Duniam
Proposed Amendments to South Australian Marine Parks
The proposed changes would allow some fishing in areas where it has previously been banned but also see the expansion of other sanctuary zones to improve conservation outcomes.
SA the Seafood State – a stronger fishing future
“For too long there has been a race to the bottom in fisheries policy with fish stocks such as snapper decimated and the poorly managed competing interests of the commercial and recreational sectors.
Finally, a sensible, proactive approach to SA fishing sustainability
“For too long, across many previous parliaments, indecision and inaction are what led to decimation of fish stocks and the introduction of the radical plan for a 4-season closure of the SA Snapper Fishery to 2023.
NSW FAD’s to stay in water longer to help RecFishers
Following the NSW DPI - COVID19 meeting last week and AFTA lobbbying, the extension of FADs times have been actioned. FADS from Port Stephens to Eden to now remain in the water...
Submission on the Draft Management Plan for Recreational Fishing in South Australia
Submission on the Draft Management Plan for Recreational Fishing in South Australia The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) is the peak Recreational Fishing Industry body...
Submission on the Commonwealth Fisheries Resource Sharing Network.
Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) Submission on the Commonwealth Fisheries Resource Sharing Network. The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) is the peak...
VICTORIA – OUT OF STEP & STANDING ALONE AGAINST RECFISHERS!
The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) has called on the Victorian Government to immediately allow recreational fishing across the state, whilst observing the national...
WHY IS VICTORIA STANDING ALONE AGAINST RECFISHERS!
Media Release WHY IS VICTORIA STANDING ALONE AGAINST RECFISHERS! The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) has joined with the FutureFish Foundation and the one million...
SA Management Plan for Recreational Fishing
Public feedback is being sought on a revised Management Plan for Recreational Fishing in South Australia to guide management of the recreational fishery over the next decade. The...