All posts tagged "Port Phillip Bay"

  • VRFish Oppose Proposed Commercial Increase in Port Phillip Bay

    We regularly hear from recfishers just how great the fishing is in the Bay now that the netters have been removed. Can you imagine what our fishing will be like

  • Assessing fish diversity in the Bay

    BRUV’s in action off Cape Otway Through the Port Phillip Bay Fund via the Department of Environment Land Water and Planning, Deakin University’s Marine Mapping Group are teaming up with

  • Abalone Control Area

    The Control Order was re-signed by the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) on 20 August 2021, with no changes having been made to the Control Area since 10 July 2021. Restrictions

  • Best Sand Flathead Recruitment in 24 Years

    Port Phillip Bay has recorded the best sand flathead spawning event in 24 years according to recent surveys conducted by fisheries scientists from the Victorian Fisheries Authority. A favourite amongst

  • Steer clear of ships while chasing kingfish in the Rip

    With many Victorians on holidays and the weather heating up, we expect to see Victorian recfishers taking the opportunity to get out onto the water for a fish with family

  • Federal Investment in Shellfish Reefs

    The new $20-million Reef Builder project is an exciting partnership between the Federal Government and The Nature Conservancy Australia (TNC) set to restore our native marine ecosystems, including our living shellfish reefs. 

  • Spider Crab Bag Limit Consultation

    Public consultation closes 27 October 2020.

  • Shellfish Restoration Set to Double!

    VRFish are thrilled to be able to let members and supporters know that the shellfish reef restoration project in Port Phillip Bay, led by The Nature Conservancy (TNC), is set

  • Restore the Bay Information Sessions

    The Nature Conservancy (TNC) are hosting two upcoming Restore The Bay Information Sessions.  These sessions will provide a more detailed update on planned living shellfish reef restoration construction activities in October/November

  • Steer Clear in the Rip

    VRFish, in conjunction with Victorian Ports Corporation Melbourne (VPCM), promote safety when fishing in the rip through the Steer Clear in the Rip campaign. Steer Clear in the Rip encourages

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