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New science shines a light on Cockburn Sound’s unique environment
Scientists deploying bongo nets to sample for fish eggs in the Sound. Supplied by the Western Australian Marine Science Institution (WAMSI) as part of the WAMSI Westport Marine Science Program. Results from one of the…
Baby mussel growth signals next chapter for better fishing in Cockburn Sound
The Byssal mussel initiative of which Recfishwest is a founding partner is gearing up to produce the next generation of mussels in Cockburn sound with fresh spat (baby mussels) establishing itself on the farm’s…
King of the Reef delivers another year of fantastic fishing and surprising species
Four months of fantastic fishing, friendly competition and valuable citizen science have wrapped up in Exmouth, with the third annual King of the Reef competition once again showcasing the impressive variety of fish…
Snapper spawning in Cockburn Sound delivers eggs for next generation
One of Western Australia’s great natural events has been taking place beneath the surface of Cockburn Sound, as thousands of pink snapper have been gathering to spawn. Several reports of large schools of snapper…
Recfishwest AGM reflects on a pivotal year for fishing in Western Australia
Recfishwest’s 2026 Annual General Meeting at Fremantle Sailing Club gave members the opportunity to hear Board Chair Liam Surridge and CEO Dr Andrew Rowland reflect on a pivotal year for fishing in Western Australia…
Recfishwest on the road! A big weekend celebrating fishing across WA
From the Pilbara to the South-West, Recfishwest was out and about over the school holidays, getting amongst three fantastic community fishing events. Our team clocked up hundreds of kilometres and helped make plenty…
Waroona Troutfest celebrates 10 years with biggest event yet
Hundreds of mums, dads, kids and grandies flocked to Drakesbrook Weir for the Shire of Waroona’s annual Troutfest, celebrating 10 years of the community-backed event with its biggest turnout yet! The memorable…
Another round, another grinner! Crew Bell’s gummy shark grin takes the win!
A fantastic gummy shark and an even bigger smile have earned Crew Bell the winner’s title in the second round of Recfishwest’s inaugural Grins and Fins kids photo competition! As part of Ocean Reef Angling Club’…
Dream come true’ as Australia’s largest purpose-built fishing reef takes shape off Port Hedland
A long-held dream of Port Hedland’s fishing community is becoming reality, with the first concrete poured for Australia’s largest purpose-built fishing reef! Funded by BHP and delivered with Recfishwest and Pilbara…
Recfishwest CEO’s Western Angler article on what comes next for the West Coast demersal fishery
By Dr Andrew Rowland, CEO, Recfishwest Over the past 18 months, I’ve spent more time thinking about West Coast demersal fishing than any other issue in my career. Last month we made our submission to the Western…
Fishing, families and community celebrated at 2026 Recfishwest Apex Kununurra Barra Bash
Kununurra was buzzing with fishers from near and far once again, as 1,350 entrants came together for four fantastic days of fishing, festivals and community spirit at the 2026 Recfishwest Apex Kununurra Barra Bash…
Our vision for a healthier, more productive Cockburn Sound
Cockburn Sound is entering a period of enormous change – and Recfishwest wants to make sure that change leaves the Sound healthier, more productive and still a great place to fish. The State Government recently asked…
Kwinana Bulk Terminal redevelopment to undergo full environmental review
Another major marine development proposed for Cockburn Sound will undergo a full environmental assessment, following a decision by WA’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) this week. The EPA has determined…
$25 billion Henderson Defence Precinct set to reshape Cockburn Sound
The $25 billion Henderson Defence Precinct is set to transform a significant stretch of Cockburn Sound’s eastern shoreline, with major new maritime infrastructure potentially bringing changes to fishing and…
Trout, families and festival fun return to the South-West this October!
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to give hundreds of trout a helping hand into their new homes, with Western Australia’s popular community trout stocking events returning this October! Celebrating its 10th…
Colour it. Name it. Win it! Kids’ Halco lure colouring competition is back!
Grab the colouring pencils and get your creative juices flowing – the Exclusive Recfishwest and Halco kids’ lure colouring competition is back! Halco Managing Director Ben Patrick, former competition winner Luke…
77,600 trout stocked for another great season of freshwater fishing!
It’s time to dust off the waders, stock up on trout lures and check your South-West freshwater fishing licence is current, with 77,600 trout being released into waterways across the southern half of Western Australia…
Dolphinfish research dives deep to improve FAD fishing
Dolphinfish travelling up to 600 kilometres in just three weeks and diving to depths of more than 500 metres are among the findings of new research helping scientists better understand the movements of one of Western…