IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Demersal reset: a more secure fishing future for the fishery begins to take shape
For many WA fishers, the disappointment and frustration of the recent closure to demersal fishing on the west coast are real. However, the framework for the reopening of the west coast demersal fishery in September 2027 is starting to come into clearer focus.
Key Issues
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Statewide Demersal Scalefish
Demersal scalefish are long-lived, slow growing species typically found close to the sea floor. There are five demersal scalefish resources in WA – Kimberley, Pilbara, Gascoyne, West Coast and South Coast…
Cockburn Sound
Located in Perth’s coastal waters south of Fremantle, Cockburn Sound is the most intensively used marine embayment in Western Australia. It is highly valued by the fishing community for its safe sheltered waters and…
Shark Bite Off
Shark bite-off, or depredation, is when a shark partially or completely consumes a fish before it can be brought onboard the boat or once the fish has been released. Nothing ruins the fishing experience like a shark…
Upcoming Events
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15 Apr → 19 Apr 2026
Recfishwest's Mid-West Tour of Kids' Fishing Clinics (Geraldton to Lancelin)
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18 Apr → 24 Apr 2026
Geraldton & Districts Fishing Club - Halco Abrolhos Islands Game Fishing Tournament
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24 Apr → 27 Apr 2026
Mary Island Fishing Club - 27th Buccaneer Classic
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25 May → 31 May 2026
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Recfishwest pushes back on proposed Stirling fishing bans and encourages fishers to have their say
The City of Stirling is asking the community for feedback on a proposal to ban fishing in 16 lakes and wetlands across the local government area, with public consultation now open. The proposal follows reports of…
Crab rule changes: here’s where we stand
DPIRD has proposed changes to recreational blue swimmer crab rules on the West Coast and this is your chance to have a say before consultation closes next week. Crabbing is one of WA’s great family fishing experiences…
Northern metro suburbs to gain new fishing jetty at Quinns Rocks
In exciting news for shore fishers in Perth’s northern suburbs – the Fisheries Minister Jackie Jarvis has unveiled the City of Wanneroo’s plans for a new 17.3m-long fishing jetty in Quinns Rock. Expected to be ready…
Fish & Survive
A Recfishwest initiative that promotes safe fishing by educating fishers on essential gear, preparation, and survival techniques.
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Recfishwest acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land and sea, and we pay our respect to Elders past, present and future. We recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of traditional custodians in managing and caring for the land and sea. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to life in Western Australia.