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Australia’s recreational fishing trade is a great industry we should be proud of and willing to protect. However, AFTA can only continue protecting and promoting our industry if it is supported by the industry, which means through membership and the annual tackle show.
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CURRENT NEWS
AFTA Calls For Review Action On Seasonal Species Closures
Media Release AFTA Calls For Review Action On Seasonal Species Closures The next seasonal Dhufish closure to recreational fishing from February 1 to March 31 is approaching. The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) has requested political parties to clarify...
Life Jacket Recall
The ACCC has issued a product safety recall for life jackets with Halkey-Roberts Corporation 3F Single Point Manual Inflator (Model No: V96000) in Life Jacket Solutions and Marlin life jackets.These inflators are installed in the following life jacket brands: Life...
SA Government adopts a measured approach to life jacket compliance
AFTA and the BIA have received the following response to our request for a grace period on penalties related to the new regulations to allow time for the arrival of stock.[pdf-embedder...
Tasmanian Government increases funding to TARFish
7 December 2024 Eric Abetz, Minister for Business, Industry and Resources The Tasmanian Government is continuing to invest in recreational fishing, preserving this important Tasmanian way of life for generations to come. To further support recreational fishers, the...
New protections for vulnerable shark and ray species in SA
The State Government has introduced new rules for shark and ray fishing aimed at protecting vulnerable species from overfishing and preventing inhumane treatment. The changes were recommended by the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) following...
Victorian Record Fish Stocking
Plenty of fish thanks to record stocking 17 January 2025 Victorian fishers are in for a bumper season, with more chances to hook, line and sinker a Murray cod thanks to 10 years of record fish stocking by the Victorian Government. View original release here. Minister...
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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.