31 Oct 2025 | Blog, Environment, Fisheries, Legal Resources, News
Who was involved & where it happened A commercial master based at Lakes Entrance (Vic) pleaded guilty in the Bairnsdale Magistrates’ Court (15 January 2025) to four offences: two counts of mistreating shark bycatch, landing an illegal catch of Australian salmon...
29 Oct 2025 | Blog, Environment, Fisheries, Legal Resources, News
Who was involved & where it happened Two commercial fishers linked to a Commonwealth-regulated vessel fishing east of Wilsons Promontory (Vic) pleaded guilty in the Bairnsdale Magistrates’ Court on 5 December 2024 after one trip delivered 1,013 kg of snapper,...
24 Oct 2025 | Blog, Environment, Fisheries, Legal Resources, News
Introduction As warmer weather returns across Australia, recreational fishers are dusting off their rods and heading out to beaches, rivers, and reefs. Fishing is one of the nation’s favourite pastimes — and with good reason. It combines relaxation, community, and...
22 Oct 2025 | Blog, Environment, Fisheries, Legal Resources, News
Who was involved & where it happened Nineteen Indonesian nationals appeared in the Darwin Local Court in two linked matters after Australian authorities intercepted separate vessels targeting sea cucumber (beche-de-mer) inside Australian waters. These...
17 Oct 2025 | Blog, Environment, Fisheries, Legal Resources, News
Introduction Australian seafood is world-renowned for its quality, freshness, and sustainability. From wild-caught prawns to farmed salmon, our products command premium prices in international markets. But success in global trade is never guaranteed. Market access is...
