Fitzroy River barra fishing films highlight concerns over water extraction proposals
“The Fitzroy River is our lifestyle, it’s our mental health, it connects the…
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Recfishwest puts the call-out for candidates for recfishing sector Young Future Leaders program
Calling everyone with a passion for fishing who wants to positively influence WA’s…
Take extra care to return home safe from abalone fishing
Recfishwest is urging abalone fishers to be cautious of an expected higher than…
Think pink and help release thousands of snapper into Cockburn Sound
Do you want to lend a helping hand to boost pink snapper stocks…
Scott’s Species – Australian salmon, a scintillating southern sportfish
Australian salmon, a scintillating southern sportfish sometimes dubbed "barra of the south". With…
West coast demersal harvest strategy draft released for public comment – your comments wanted
Last week, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) released the…
Scott’s Species – bonito, light tackle sportfishing sensation
When talking about fun speedsters to do battle with while flicking the light…
Metro FADs fighting fit as sportfishing action off Perth heats up
Big dolphinfish, wahoo, tuna and even a black marlin sighting, it’s safe to…
Christmas comes early for sportfishers with fantastic FADs going in the water
Sportfishers in the southern half of the State are celebrating an early Christmas…
Avid fisher and pole vault champ Emma George sets a high bar and joins the Recfishwest board
Australian pole vault champion Emma George has scaled the lofty heights of her…
Scott’s Species – spangled emperor, a fearless shallow water opponent
For Scott Coghlan, spangled emperor are one of the most underrated recreational fishing…
Scott’s Species – flounder, an unusual looking yet fascinating fish
In the latest edition of Recfishwest's exclusive weekly column, Scott's Species, Western Angler…
Liberals pledge $36 million for recfishing election package
The WA Liberals have released their recfishing election package, which pledges $36 million…
Seeking answers around the future of Cockburn Sound fishing from key decision-makers
In August, Recfishwest expressed "bitter disappointment" after the State Government accepted the Westport…
Using release weights to protect demersals
To give undersized or unwanted demersal fish experiencing barotrauma the best chance of…
Doing your bit to help with the recovery of West Coast demersal stocks
The west coast demersal closure ends today with dhuies, pinkies and baldies all…