Securing Australia’s fishing future
Responsible for the efficient management and sustainable use of Commonwealth fish resources on behalf of the Australian community.
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View all news and alertsFour staff from the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) returned to Vietnam in October 2024 to help train Southeast Asian fisheries officers to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing more effectively.
Sixteen Indonesian nationals pleaded guilty to illegally fishing within Australian waters in two separate cases at Darwin Local Court on Tuesday, 26 November 2024. The vessels were targeting sea cucumber, a highly prized delicacy commonly sold in Asian markets.
3 ways to report illegal fishing
You can help us make sure our fish stocks are protected for the future by reporting any illegal and suspicious fishing activities you see!