How to Support Western Australia’s Fishing Industry
Western Australia’s fishing industry and communities are under serious threat. Here's how you can show your support.
State Politics
Recent decisions by the Cook Labor Government have restricted access, sidelined stakeholders, and created growing uncertainty for recreational fishers, commercial operators, and the regional communities that depend on fishing for jobs and livelihoods.
This isn’t just about one decision or one sector.
It’s about how fisheries are being managed in WA, and whether those most affected are being properly consulted before major changes are imposed.
A formal petition has now been lodged with the Legislative Council of Western Australia, calling for a Parliamentary Inquiry into fisheries management.
With limited time left to act, here are the most effective ways you can support WA fishing.
1. Sign the Parliamentary Petition
A petition currently before the Legislative Council calls on the Government to establish a Parliamentary Inquiry into Western Australia’s fisheries.
The inquiry would examine:
- The need for a clear, long-term plan for sustainable fisheries that supports all fishing stakeholders
- The impact of marine parks, renewable energy developments, illegal fishing, shark predation, and other contemporary pressures on fish stocks and access
- Whether the Department responsible for fisheries is adequately resourced to do its job
- The lack of genuine consultation before major management decisions are made
⏳ This petition closes 17 February 2026.
👉 Sign the petition here.
2. Contact Your Local MP
Petitions matter — but direct contact matters too.
Elected representatives pay attention when constituents take the time to write, especially on issues affecting jobs, regional economies, and long-term sustainability.
When contacting your local MP, you don’t need to be an expert. A short, respectful message is enough.
Key points to raise:
- You are concerned about the direction of fisheries management in WA
- You support a Parliamentary Inquiry to properly examine the impacts of recent decisions
- You expect meaningful consultation with recreational fishers, commercial operators, and regional communities before major changes are imposed
👉 Find your local MP here.
3. Stay Informed and Involved
Fisheries policy doesn’t change overnight — and scrutiny shouldn’t stop once a petition closes.
I’ll continue breaking down what’s happening with:
- Fisheries management
- Regional impacts
- Cost-of-living pressures
- And accountability in WA decision-making
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Final thought
Decisions made in Perth have real consequences across Western Australia.
The least fishers and communities deserve is transparency, proper consultation, and a genuine seat at the table.
If you care about the future of fishing in WA, don't wait - now is the time to act.
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