News Archive
State Marine Parks & What They Mean for Your Fishing
Love them or loathe them there are a number of state marine parks that are in the process of being implemented. These include the Ngari Capes Marine Park and six new marine parks in the Kimberley at Eighty Mile…
Behind the scenes: Snapper Guardians egg collection
Recfishwest recently joined the team from the Australian Centre for Applied Aquaculture and Research (ACAAR) on their mission to collect fertilised snapper eggs for this summer’s Snapper Guardian’s project…
2017 Cray Crystal Ball
Imagine a world in which you could predict the future. You might place a bet on the winner of a future AFL premiership, or know exactly which day to go fishing next month. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Image: Puerulus…
Simpler and Clearer Cray Rules for Better Fishing
With the 2017/18 cray season almost upon us, we’re happy to bring you some news that is sure to make your cray fishing experience more enjoyable and safer than ever before. Recfishwest has worked with the…
Recreational Netting Under Review – Have Your Say
Last month Recfishwest were pleased to receive a letter from Fisheries Division of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (Fisheries) informing us of an upcoming review of recreational set…
Cray Diving Rules Set To Be Clarified
In July’s edition of Recfishwest’s Broadcast newsletter, we stated our firm belief that people diving for crays must be afforded the same opportunity as those who use pots and be given 5 minutes to sort their catch…
Community heroes keeping fishers safe in the Gascoyne
It is common knowledge that the WA coast can be unforgiving. In our State alone we have lost 27 people from rock fishing incidents since 2002, an alarmingly high number for our beloved past time. This is a strong…
TroutFest Sheds New Light on Freshwater Fishing
After the success of last years event, Recfishwest would like to invite you once again to be part of something special and help us release trout by hand and celebrate all things freshwater fishing. Event details: …
Peel Reef Vision – A Great Excuse to Go Fishing!
Recfishwest’s world first marine citizen science program ‘Reef Vision’ is set to launch in the Peel Region in October 2017. It’s only missing one thing – you! To kick off Peel Reef Vision we need passionate and…
Perth International Boat Show is almost here!
Exciting news for boaties, as WA’s premier boating event has sailed from Mandurah to the Perth CBD where both the Perth Convention Centre and Elizabeth Quay will be filled with the best products and information the…
FADs to be Deployed in Regional Fishing Hotspots
Regional fishing hotspots are set to get a boost in 2018 as fish aggregating devices (FADs) are deployed in WA regional centres including Exmouth, Geraldton and Albany. With funding from the Recreational Fishing…
Freshwater licence-free weekend and Recfishwest’s Troutfest
Fisheries Minister Dave Kelly today announced Western Australians can go freshwater fishing in the State’s South West licence-free next weekend (September 2-3, 2017). “The special weekend will celebrate the…
Latest Commonwealth Marine Park Plan: Better Outcome for Fishing
Recfishwest welcomed the latest Commonwealth Marine Reserves network plans, released in July 2017, which recognises the importance of fishing in WA. Recfishwest Operations Manager Leyland Campbell said: ”…
Crab Stocking Trial Project a WA First!
It is hard to find a better way to spend your summer afternoons than wading the estuary flats with a crab scoop in hand. In fact, crabbing for Blue Swimmer Crabs (Portunus armatus) is one of the most popular…
Fishing Safety – It’s Your Responsibility
With the saddening news of the latest rock fishing fatality at Quobba, Recfishwest is appealing to rock fishers to fish safely, especially during the Winter months. Our condolences are with the man’s family, who…
The Survival Float: A Product Worth Investing In
Coming home safe from a days fishing is something that is important to everyone. Recently Australia was introduced to the Survival Float, a new invention designed by WA spear fishers to give all boaters the best…
WA Needs More Fishing Heroes!
Our Purpose is to ensure Great Fishing Experiences for all in the WA community forever. Our Commitment is to Protect, Promote and Develop Sustainable, Accessible, Enjoyable and Safe fishing for the benefit of the…