State and Territory Fisheries Departments develop and enforce regulations to manage fisheries now and for the future. A responsible fishing community does not ignore illegal activities that threaten the fisheries and damage the reputation of law-abiding fishers.

Looking after our fisheries means:

• Being familiar with all relevant regulations and observing them at all times
• Acquainting oneself with State and Territory bag, size and possession limits. (For current details of State or Territory bag, size and possession limits contact your State or Territory Fisheries Agency)
• Becoming familiar with existing fishing tackle and gear restrictions and checking the dates of local seasonal closures
• Being in possession of a valid fishing licence where required
  • Helping to explain fishery regulations and the reasons for them to others, especially children
  • Reporting the selling or trading of fish by recreational anglers
  • Reporting poaching, theft and all illegal fishing activities to the relevant authorities
  • Not presuming to act as officers of the law
  • Reporting inappropriate animal welfare behaviour to the appropriate authorities