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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11 Mar 2025
Port state measures: Australia and Vietnam compare notes on ways to stop illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing
Three Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) officers travelled to the port city of Da Nang in mid-February to deliver and lead a workshop with their Vietnamese counterparts to develop procedures for inspecting foreign fishing vessels and controlling access to their ports.
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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!