Department of Fisheries

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Marron in the water

Changes for 2012 marron season

The 2012 marron fishing season in Western Australia will see the introduction of a reduced daily bag limit and possession limit, required as precautionary measures to deal with changing environmental conditions.

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The filleting event was a huge success

Recreational fishers show amazing support for filleting event

Department of Fisheries ambassador and AFL great Glen Jakovich teamed up with Peter Goulding from The Fishing School at Hillarys Boat Ramp to help collect fish frames (otherwise known as skeletons) for vital research.

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Fishing from the beach for tailor

Licence fees fund recreational fishing initiatives

New community driven initiatives, projects and research that will enhance recreational fishing in Western Australia will be boosted with more than $1million in funding.

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Photo: Chris Marsh

Crabbing season extended in Cockburn Sound

Continuing improvement in recruitment and stability of crab stocks in Cockburn Sound has led to a further easing in restrictions, since the crab fishery was re-opened two years ago.

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Changes to Recreational Fishing Licences
Fishing for Demersal Species Update
New fees for commercial sector
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Recreational Boat Fishing Survey 2011
Department of Fisheries Annual Report
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