News Archive
New demersal rules and $50 tackle rebate announced
Two new initiatives have been announced by the State Government as part of its ongoing demersal fisheries reform package. Both initiatives stem from commitments made in December last year as part of the State…
Crab rule changes: update
Consultation has officially closed for DPIRD’s proposed changes to recreational blue swimmer crab rules on the West Coast. Recfishwest has made our own submission following consultation with the crabbing community…
Fishability celebrates Pilbara program launch
Fishability is officially casting its lines further in regional WA after recently launching a new Pilbara program at Point Samson Boat Harbour. The new Roebourne and Surrounds program marks a major step forward in…
Recfishwest’s mammoth month of kids fishing clinics and regional activities
From buzzing kids fishing clinics, club sessions on the all the latest issues, new jetty launches and scout camps – April has been a massive month for Recfishwest out and about in the fishing community. In…
Mandurah flexes its fishing appeal even further with new all-abilities fishing platform
In exciting news for land-based Mandurah fishers, the recently completed all-abilities fishing platform under the new Estuary Bypass Bridge is open for action! Recfishwest was proud to participate in the launch of…
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…
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…
New Albany artificial reef a big win for local fishers
Recfishwest is pleased to see the State Government delivering on its commitment to build a new artificial reef for Albany fishers, with the project now moving closer to construction. Today (Thursday 2 April), in…
A mussel-powered boost for Cockburn Sound fishing
Recfishwest is supporting a new initiative to bring mussels back to Cockburn Sound – boosting habitat and helping deliver more fish and better fishing. For more than 40 years, mussel farming in Cockburn Sound…
Mindarie boardwalk decision a positive step for fishing access following strong community feedback
The City of Wanneroo’s decision to retain nighttime community access at Mindarie Marina boardwalk – a popular local fishing spot – shows what can happen when communities speak up and common sense prevails. The…
Follow the fish, keep it safe – Chris Dixon backs beach fishing for salmon this Easter
With the great West Aussie salmon run underway, experienced South Coast angler Chris Dixon is urging fishers to hit the beaches this Easter for safer and crucially more successful fishing. Known for his popular Dixon’…
Fishing for Science program shines and pending WA records galore at GAMEX 2026.
More than 300 billfish tagged, pending fishing records aplenty, more than 50 samples collected for our Fishing for Science Program, a cracking 70-strong kids fishing clinic – it was quite the week at the 58th GAMEX…
Exmouth fishers provide input early into marine park plans
Planning has formally begun for the proposed Exmouth Gulf Marine Park – and Recfishwest is pleased to see local fishers consulted early. The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) kicked off…
Have your say on proposed changes to WA’s blue swimmer crab rules
Recreational crabbers are being encouraged to have their say on proposed changes to blue swimmer crab fishing rules in WA’s West Coast bioregion, with DPIRD’s public consultation now open. Recfishwest is encouraging…
National park mobile coverage boost welcome for Albany fishers
Recfishwest has welcomed the completion of a new Telstra mobile base station improving coverage across key parts of Torndirrup National Park – a practical safety upgrade for one of Western Australia’s most spectacular…
Exmouth Gulf Marine Park planning starts – engage early
Planning has now formally begun for the proposed Exmouth Gulf Marine Park – and if you fish the Gulf, it’s important to get informed and involved early. The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and…
Demersal reset: a more secure fishing future for the fishery begins to take shape
Few decisions in fisheries management land harder than those that close a fishery. And for many WA fishers, the disappointment and frustration of the recent closure to demersal fishing on the west coast are real. We…
Snapper Guardians’ 500-plus strong crowd releases 5,000 juvenile pinkies into Cockburn Sound
Hundreds of local fishers and families turned out for this year’s Snapper Guardians event, joining Recfishwest to hand-release 5,000 juvenile pink snapper into Cockburn Sound. The fish were released at 111-days old…