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Report in relation to a Petition requesting the Ban on the use of Fishing Nets (Other than Prawn Drag Nets and Throw Nets) for Recreational Fishing in the Pilbara Region and the Phasing Out of Certain Professional Licence Endorsements

Constitutional Affairs Committee (1989 - 2001)· 16 December 1993petition_response

This 1993 WA parliamentary report addresses a petition to ban recreational gill net fishing (excluding prawn/throw nets) in the Pilbara and phase out certain professional netting endorsements. The committee recommends a ban on recreational set gill nets north of the 26th parallel, research into fish stocks, a freeze on professional endorsements in the De Grey/Yule River area, and increased fisheries officer presence.

Impact

Anglers (recreational and professional), ethnic communities, and the Pilbara fishing industry are affected. The recommendations aim to protect fish stocks, particularly threadfin salmon and barramundi, and address concerns about overfishing and illegal netting practices.

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