Hold AFMA Commonwealth fishing permit
Commercial fishing in Commonwealth waters requires a permit + observance of quotas.
Who must comply
Commercial fishers in Commonwealth-managed fisheries.
What triggers it
Fishing in Commonwealth waters.
When due
Continuous; quota measured in fishing season.
Evidence required
Concession + fishing log; VMS records; observer cooperation.
Max penalty
Significant civil + criminal penalties; concession suspension/cancellation
Summary
The Fisheries Management Act 1991 (Cwlth) requires Commonwealth fishing concessions for commercial fishing in Commonwealth-managed fisheries. Statutory fishing rights + quota management; observer programs + Vessel Monitoring System compliance.
Source legislation
Topics
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