WRL has written to Minister Tinley requesting that WCRLMF active fishers be able to once again land scalefish while commercially fishing for lobster.

The International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM), launched by the Federal Government on April 1st, has now established a new air freight network to help restore critical global supply chains for high-value Australian agricultural and fisheries producers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

April saw the passing of another fishing industry stalwart, Tony Jurinovich, who passed away peacefully on 21 April after a 27-month battle with cancer.

To further assist business during the COVID-19 crisis, a special package has been developed targeting small businesses operating from the Department of Transport’s (DoT) 30 harbours and maritime facilities.

A new initiative the G2G PASS app has been launched by the WA Government to improve the process and speed of travelling across regional boundaries.