Have Your Say – Closed
Below is a list of all consultations that have come past the VRFish office that are no longer open for comment.
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Draft Commonwealth Fisheries Resource Sharing Framework
Public consultation closes 22 September 2020.
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Have Your Say: Camping and Access at Lake Tyers
Public consultation closes 20 September 2020.
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Have Your Say on the new Altona Pier design
Altona Pier is a super popular land-based fishing spot, especially during the snapper run. The good news is it’s about to get an upgrade. Before it does, fishers have an opportunity to shape the design and tell Parks Victoria what we want to have in the design to make our fishing even better. Your input […]
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Will 10 Rock Lobster Tags Enough?
Since the introduction of the rock lobster tagging program in 2017, we have been able to have in our possession a maximum 20 tags at any one time. As we use tags, more tags can be reordered or topped up to a maximum of 20 tags. As we prepare for the 4th season, data from the program is showing […]
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Changes Pending for Corner Inlet Commercial Fishery
Several Corner Inlet fishery license holders have raised concerned about changing fishing practices that may result in the fishery becoming unsustainable. Equally, VRFish has received feedback from recreational fishers who have observed an increase in commercial activity over and above what would be defined as historically ‘normal’ levels. VRFish wrote to the Minister for Fishing and […]
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Inquiry into ecosystem decline in Victoria
The Legislative Council Environment and Planning Committee is undertaking an inquiry on the decline of Victoria’s ecosystems and measures to restore habitats and populations of threatened and endangered species. We know that restoring our fish habitat, healthy water and looking after where our fish live is the top priority for Victorian recreational fishers. Fishers are […]
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Have Your Say on Access for Yallock-Bulluk Marine and Coastal Park
The Victorian Government is creating the Yallock-Bulluk Marine and Coastal Park as part of the $105.6 million commitment to ‘Victoria’s Great Outdoors’ initiative. It will span the coastline from San Remo to Inverloch and combine existing parks and reserves. There will be no impact to fishing. An Access and Infrastructure Plan is being developed and […]
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Help Improve Victoria’s Regional Boating Infrastructure
Do you have a favourite spot you like to launch your boat that needs improving? Is your boat ramp in disrepair? Are more lanes required? How about parking, lighting or other facilities? Here’s a chance to have your say. The Victorian Government needs your help to improve how recreational boating infrastructure is managed. Under Better […]
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COVID-19 Marine Recreational Fishing Survey
VRFish was recently contacted by the University of Santiago de Compostela in Spain as they are conducting a survey about the impacts of COVID-19 on marine recreational fishing activities around the world. They have invited us to share the survey with Victorian fishers to take part. The short survey asks fishers questions about how the pandemic has […]
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Star of the South Offshore Wind Farm Project
The Star of the South is Australia’s first proposed offshore wind farm. If successful, the project will be located off the south coast of Gippsland. Offshore wind farms are used to generate reliable, clean and sustainable energy. VRFish has met with Star of the South and is very encouraged with their commitment in closely working […]
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Commonwealth Fisheries Resource Sharing Framework
The Federal government has releases a discussion paper to support consultation to inform the development of the Commonwealth Fisheries Resource Sharing Framework. In fisheries, resource sharing is a process where the available fish that can be sustainably harvested is allocated across different fishing sectors to maximise the value to the community. The Federal Government are […]
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Goulburn to Murray Trade Rule Review
The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) needs our input to proposed changes to the Goulburn to Murray trade rule. Inter-valley trade, where enormous amounts of water are moved from the Goulburn river to the Murray River, has caused significant environmental damage to the lower Goulburn river and is impacting the fishery we […]
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Lower Werribee River Recreation Plan Engagement
VRFish have been invited by Melbourne Water to provide feedback on the Lower Werribee River Recreation Plan. Melbourne Water, in partnership with Parks Victoria, Wyndham City Council and the Department of Environment, Land and Water is developing a Lower Werribee River Recreation Plan to guide the development and management of recreation opportunities along the River. […]
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Draft Native Fish Recovery Strategy
VRFish have been invited to provide feedback on the draft Native Fish Recovery Strategy by the Murray-Darling Basin Authority. The Australian and Basin State Governments have been developing a Native Fish Recovery Strategy to recover native fish for future generations. The draft Strategy is now open for public submissions to shape the outcomes, actions and […]
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Shark and Ray Survey
You are invited to participate in a survey conducted by Monash University and VRFish to better understand safe handling practices for sharks and rays caught by recreational fishers. If you would like to participate in the survey please click on the ‘Start Survey’ button or click here to begin. It should take 15-20 minutes to complete. To thank […]
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Lake Nagambie and Goulburn River waterway speed limit review
The Shire of Strathbogie have written to VRFish to inform us the are commencing a review of speed limits and zones on Lake Nagambie and the Goulburn River from Hughes Creek to the Goulburn Weir citing concerns about safety and increasing numbers of water users. Specifically, they have requested feedback on: State and/or Regional issues that […]
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Yarra River Fishing On-Water Survey
Do you use a boat or paddle craft to fish the lower sections of the Yarra River? If so, we want to hear from you so that we can better plan and advocate for this iconic fishery into the future. To do this, we are asking for your help in completing a survey. Your response to […]
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Have Your Say on Abalone Quota Order and Size Limits Fisheries Notice
The Victorian Fisheries Authority have invited VRFish to comment on the Draft Further Abalone Quota Order (FAQO) and Size Limit Fisheries Notices (Easter Abalone Zone) for the 2020/21 abalone fishing season. The total allowable commercial catch (TACC) for the Victorian abalone fishery is reviewed and set each year by 1 April through a Further Abalone […]
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Have Your Say on Shark Fishery Notice
The Victorian Fisheries Authority have invited VRFish to comment on a draft Fishery (Gummy and School Shark) Notice. The draft notice allows endorses commercial license holders to obtain a possession limit of 5 sharks per trip, of which no more than one school shark. The draft notice outlines an endorsement process open to Ocean Fishery, […]
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Draft Wyndham Coastal & Marine Management Plan
Consultation is now open for the draft Coastal & Marine Management Plan to guide the long-term planning, management and enhancement of the Wyndham coastline. The plan is open for consultation until 17 February, 2020. To read the plan and provide feedback visit: www.theloop.wyndham.vic.gov.au/coastal-management-plan As always we welcome the your comments to help us compile a […]
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Review of the Management of Boating Infrastructure in Port Phillip & Western Port
Better Boating Victoria, on behalf of the Victorian Government, is reviewing the management of boat ramp infrastructure in Port Phillip and Western Port. VRFish along with other key stakeholders had the opportunity to speak directly with the consultants in the preparation of the discussion paper conveying the key points of our Boating Infrastructure position statement. […]
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Draft Coastcare Victoria Strategy Open for Comment
A Draft 2020-2025 Coastcare Victoria Strategy has been released for public comment by the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP). According to DELWP, Coastcare Victoria is a community-based movement that supports the community stewardship of Victoria’s marine and coastal environments. It focuses on three strategic pillars: Marine and Coastal Stewardship Thriving Volunteer Groups […]
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Draft Wild Trout Strategic Plan Open for Comment
The Australian Trout Foundation and the Victorian Fisheries Authority have released a Draft Victorian Wild Trout Strategic Plan at the 2019 Talk Wild Trout Conference in Mansfield. Victorian recreational fishers are encouraged to provide comment on the proposed priority actions, measures and outcomes for the wild trout fishery over the next 5 years. The full […]
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Point Richards Boating Facility Upgrade Community Consultation
The Point Richards boating facility is getting an upgrade thanks to the State Government’s unprecedented investment in boating in Victoria. Better Boating Victoria (BBV) is overseeing the delivery of the government’s boating commitments and the Point Richards boating facility upgrade. The upgrade will take place in two stages, starting with an upgrade to the car […]
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Queenscliff Boating Facility Upgrade Community Consultation
The Queenscliff boating facility is getting an upgrade thanks to the State Government’s unprecedented investment in boating in Victoria. Better Boating Victoria (BBV) is overseeing the delivery of the government’s boating commitments and the Queenscliff boating facility upgrade in close consultation with the Borough of Queenscliffe. The upgrade will deliver a better launching experience, improved […]
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Suspended: Yarra River Waterway Rules Consultation
VRFish has some grave concerns for a proposal by Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) that will kill in its current form will off boat-based bream fishing in the Yarra River. The proposed changes to the rules are intended to apply to boaters, rowers and paddlers on the Yarra River upstream from Bolte Bridge to Dight’s Falls. […]
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Have Your Say on Gippsland Lakes future management
VRFish want to hear the views and opinions of as many Victorian anglers about the future of recreational fishing management arrangements in the Gippsland Lakes, and its rivers. VRFish welcomes the Andrews Labor Government policy to implement a fish recovery plan and a compulsory buy-back of commercial netting licenses to improve the quality the recreational fishing. VRFish and […]
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National Survey of Recreational Fishing
VRFish will be at the forefront in encouraging Victorian recreational fishers to participate in a national survey of recreational fishing – the first since 2000-01. Coordinated by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) and the University of Canberra, this survey trials new methods which, if successful, will lead to national […]
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Victorian Fishing Rules Review
Public consultation for the remaking of the Fisheries Regulations (our fishing rules) has been released. These are reviewed every 10 years to make sure they are still fit-for-purpose for the next 10 years. We are getting our head around what changes are being proposed by Government. VRFish made some suggestions for consideration early in the […]
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Have Your Say: Native Fish Management and Recovery Strategy
The Murray Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) are consulting on a draft Native Fish Management and Recovery Strategy to protect and restore native fish populations of the Basin over the long-term. $5 million has been allocated for implementation. Feedback on the draft framework will help inform the development of the strategy. The survey is open until […]
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Have Your Say on Resource Sharing
The Australian Government are starting work on developing a framework for sharing Australia’s Commonwealth fisheries resources. The framework is intended to provide a clear way to allocate and re-allocate fishing resources. Commonwealth-managed fisheries are those that generally occur outside 3 nautical miles from the shore. You can find more about each fishery from the Australian […]
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Star of the South Offshore Wind Farm
VRFish has been contacted by the Star of the South project who are investigating the feasibility of Australia’s first proposed offshore wind project in Commonwealth waters, off the coast of Port Albert. An exploration lease was granted by the Australian Government in March 2019 for Star of the South to investigate: Measuring wind and wave […]
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Grampians Landscape Management Plan
Parks Victoria is preparing a new management plan with Traditional Owner groups for the Grampians landscape, an area that covers the Grampians National Park and adjacent parks and reserves. The Grampians Landscape includes the following parks and reserves by Parks Victoria; Grampians National Park Black Range State Park Brady Swamp State Game Reserve Fyans Creek […]
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Update to the Code of Practice for Timber Production
Update to the Code of Practice for Timber Production is now live on Engage Victoria. VRFish was contacted by fishers last year with concerned about logging activity around the Snobs Creek and adjacent Rubicon Valley, and its impact to water quality of our rivers, our fishery and water used by for the Snob Creek Hatchery. Our […]
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Code of Practice for Boating Activity Events
Marine Safety Victoria (MSV) are seeking feedback to a second reiteration of a draft Code of Practice for boating activity events. VRFish was involved in MSV’s first attempt at developing a draft Code of Practice for managers of boating events in 2018. This followed abrupt new legislation under the Marine Safety Act 2010 that gave […]
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Have Your Say on the Joint Management Plan for Barmah National Park
CLOSES 6 OCTOBER 2019 The Yorta Yorta Traditional Owner Land Management Board has released a Draft Joint Management Plan for the Barmah National Park for community consultation and comment. The plan sets out the proposed management directions for the National Park over the next 10 years. VRFish is currently reviewing the plan to prepare a […]
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Have Your Say On Recreational Abalone Days
COMMENTS CLOSE 13 SEPTEMBER 2019 VRFish has been asked to provide the views of recreational fishers on the open days for recreational abalone fishing in the Central Zone (Aire River to Venus Bay). Fisheries Notices need to be renewed every 12 months hence the requirement for public consultation. The Fisheries Notice applies to only recreational […]
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Have Your Say On Ray Protection
COMMENTS CLOSE 13 SEPTEMBER 2019 VRFish has been asked to provide the views of recreational fishers on the ray protection measures which were introduced by the Victorian Fisheries Authority in August 2017 through a management tool called a Fisheries Notice. Fisheries Notices need to be renewed every 12 months hence the requirement for public consultation. […]
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Draft Marine and Coastal Policy
The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) has prepared a draft Marine and Coastal Policy is undertaking public consultation until 15 August 2019. VRFish will be reviewing the policy to ensure access to our fish stocks is secure and that decisions made in the marine and coastal environment are consistent with the needs […]
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Consultation on Fisheries (Rock Lobster Tagging) Notice
The Victorian Fisheries Authority has written to VRFish asking for comment on the renewal of the Fisheries (Rock Lobster Tagging) Notice. This Fishery Notice continues the requirement for all recreationally caught rock lobsters to be tagged as part of the three-year trial implemented on 1 July 2017. The Victorian Fisheries Authority is not intending to […]
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Maribyrnong Native Fish Revival Project Recreational Users Survey
The Maribyrnong River flows through the western suburbs of Melbourne for more than 40 kilometres. The most common fish targeted by our fishers include black bream and mulloway, while snapper and salmon are also found particularly in the lower reaches. The Maribyrnong River is in need of some TLC after years of dredging, de-snagging, removal […]
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Lake Burrumbeet Futures Project
Lake Burrumbeet is a large freshwater lake 20km west of Ballarat. The area is rich in cultural heritage and environmental values and is popular for a range of recreational activities, including walking, camping, boating and fishing. The Department of Environment, Land, Water & Planning (DELWP) has launched the Lake Burrumbeet Futures Project. Together with project partners, […]
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Draft Victoria’s North and Murray Water Resource Plan
The Victorian Government has released the draft Victoria’s North and Murray Water Resource Plan for public comment. This Water Resource Plan is a key component of documenting Victoria’s water resource management arrangements to meet the requirements of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan. The Plan covers the River Murray and its tributaries, including the Mitta Mitta, Kiewa, […]
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Ideas for Riparian Restoration in East Gippy
The East Gippsland CMA are calling for Expressions of Interest from recreational fishing groups to undertake river riparian improvements at our favourite fishing spots. This could include fencing off livestock, weed management or revegetation. The riparian zone plays a key role in helping to maintain healthy fish habitat by providing shade and buffering water temperatures, […]
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EOI Call For Rec Fishing Reps For Rock Lobster Group
Are you a keen rock lobster fisher? Do you have knowledge or experience with fisheries research or stock assessments? VRFish are inviting interested fishers to nominate to sit on a Rock Lobster and Giant Crab Resource Assessment Group (RLRAG) that provides recommendations and advice to the Victorian Fisheries Authority. The RLRAG will be have sufficient expertise to […]
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Yellingbo Conservation Area Draft 10 Year Plan
The Department of Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) is asking for comments on the Yellingbo Conservation Area Draft 10 Year Plan. The plan provides the overall direction about how the conservation area will be used and managed into the future. You can make comment by: Responding to the online survey or Making a written submission Submissions […]
