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Mandatory catch reporting for recreational fishers is debated following alleged broken election promise. Protecting fisheries for future generations is emphasised.
🟡 Medium · Speech18 February 2026 · 947 words
Government defends mandatory catch reporting for recreational fishers, citing sustainability and sci
Mandatory catch reporting for recreational fishers may be implemented to protect fish stocks.
“A lot has changed. The fact of the matter is that we need to protect this very important fishery for the future of Western Australian fishers.”
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Members who spoke
Cook, RogerWarr, Kirrilee
Topics
fisheriesenvironmentpoliticssciencerecreational fishing
· 18 February 2026
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