Department of Fisheries

Recreational Fishing

Western Australia's vast coastline offers people a variety of great fishing experiences. Recreational fishing is a popular activity that involves around 34 per cent of the State's population, contributes more than $570 million a year to the State's economy.

The current status of WA's recreational fisheries can be found in the annual 'State of the Fisheries' report.

Kimberley / Pilbrara
Gascoyne
West Coast
South Coast
South Coast West Coast
Fishing for Demersal Species Update
Changes to Recreational Fishing Licences
Get a New Licence or Renew your Recreational Fishing Licence Online
Aquaculture FAQ
New Rules for lobster
send us your skeletons
Where to get your recreational fishing information
MarineWATERs - Western Australia Teacher Education Resources
Marine Education and Discovery at the Naturaliste Marine Discovery Centre
Fish for the Future