Prohibition on Fishing by Trawl Net Order 2025
Prohibits fishing with trawl nets in Western Australian waters, with exceptions for authorized commercial fishing.
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Notice Text
A person must not fish in WA waters by means of a trawl net, with exceptions for authorised commercial fishing in specified areas. Revokes the Trawling Prohibition (Whole of State) Notice 1992.
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