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  March 17, 2020

  South Lake man fined $1,770 for abalone offences

  and banned from fishing/possessing/receiving abalone for 12mths.

• March 12, 2020

  Lobster rescue plan aims to support industry through COVID-19

• March 11, 2020

  Science, Education and world-class Management for sustainable fisheries

• March 10, 2020

  Phone hook-up investigates scaly problem of shark bite-offs

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  March 10, 2020

  Four men ordered to pay $40,000 plus for abalone fishing offences

  Know the rules where you fish for abalone

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  March 9, 2020

  Choosing sustainable seafood - it's about fish for the future

• March 9, 2020

  Chief Scientist to review data retrieved from SMART drumline trial

• March 5, 2020

  Giving false and misleading information to Fisheries officers leads to hefty fines

• March 4, 2020

  Mobile communications at Twilight Beach supports public safety

Expand/CollapseFebruary (2020)

• February 27, 2020

  Recreational fishing licence fees at work funding abalone fisher safety

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  February 26, 2020

  Illegal use of nets for fishing costs two Mid West men more than $6,500

  If you suspect any illegal fishing activity call FishWatch 1800 815 507

• February 24, 2020

  WA salmon boosts our economy and delivers great autumn fishing

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  February 12, 2020

  Low to medium risk for last session of the West Coast Zone abalone fishing season

  Report illegal fishing activity to FishWatch 1800 815 507

• February 12, 2020

  Progress on the finfish nursery to boost WA aquaculture growth

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  February 8, 2020

  Baby pink snapper boost to recreational fishing in Cockburn Sound

  Cockburn Sound is a vital spawning ground and nursery for pink snapper

• February 3, 2020

  Land-based warning beacons boost Sea Sense capability in Esperance

Expand/CollapseJanuary (2020)

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  January 29, 2020

  Enjoy another West Coast Zone abalone fishing session this Saturday

  Report illegal fishing activity to FishWatch 1800 815 507

• January 17, 2020

  New Government-backed beach patrol services for Mandurah

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  January 9, 2020

  Investigation into mortality of wild oysters in Pilbara coastal waters

  Please report fish kills to Fishwatch 1800 815 507

• January 8, 2020

  UPDATED - Shellfish, crabbing and fishing warning for the Swan River: Pelican Point to Como Jetty and upstream to Tonkin Highway Bridge

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  January 8, 2020

  West Coast Zone abalone fishing to go ahead this Saturday

  Know the rules, check the Abalone Recreational fishing guide 2019/20

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  January 3, 2020

  There's a magic feel about WA's marron season

  If you suspect illegal marron fishing, report it to FishWatch 1800 815 507

Expand/CollapseDecember (2019)

• December 20, 2019

  Illegal marron fishers face potential fines of almost $44,000 each

• December 19, 2019

  New research on the recovery of West Coast demersal scalefish

• December 17, 2019

  The crustaceans in the Exmouth fish kill were krill

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  December 16, 2019

  SharkSmart app hits 10,000 downloads

  Download the app free from the App Store or Google Play

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  December 12, 2019

  Have consideration for other water users over summer

  Switch on your Sea Sense by dowloading the new SharkSmart WA App

• December 11, 2019

  Findings for marine fish kill of tiny crabs at Karratha

• December 11, 2019

  Results for abalone fish kill of north of Yallingup

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  December 11, 2019

  West Coast Zone recreational abalone fishing season to go ahead Saturday

  West Coast Zone daily bag limit for Roe’s abalone is 15

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  December 10, 2019

  WA's niche Sea Cucumber Fishery recognised for environmental sustainability

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  December 8, 2019

  Stocking and habitat projects to boost WA's unique marron fishery

  Better freshwater fishing to boost tourism and jobs

Expand/CollapseNovember (2019)

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  November 29, 2019

  A summer of South-West blue swimmer crabbing set for good start

  Crabbing resumes from Perth to Minninup Beach near Bunbury on 1 December

• November 29, 2019

  Local lobsters for Western Australians available again for Christmas

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  November 28, 2019

  McGowan Government to build a new artificial reef off Carnarvon

  Purpose built nearshore reefs provide safe fishing experiences

• November 22, 2019

  New reefs taking shape in Oyster Harbour

• November 20, 2019

  International recognition for WA's sustainable octopus fishery

• November 15, 2019

  Court ruling delivers reminder on illegal possession of white shark jaws

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  November 14, 2019

  Personal shark deterrent subsidy scheme reaches 4,000 milestone

  Ocean users are also encouraged to download the new SharkSmart WA app.

• November 13, 2019

  Awards recognise volunteers' commitment to Fishability

• November 7, 2019

  Sport fishing bonanza more than a passing FAD

• November 6, 2019

  Research project set to put new tropical rock oysters on the menu

Expand/CollapseOctober (2019)