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Fisheries Minister Mark Furner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

July 11, 2019<\/strong><\/p>\n

Recreational anglers only have eight days to have their say on proposed amendments to fishing laws.<\/p>\n

Fisheries Minister Mark Furner said the proposed changes followed consultations over the past two years as part of the Sustainable Fisheries Strategy.<\/p>\n

“The changes focus on long-term sustainability and profitability, urgent actions to support key species, standardising fishing rules, supporting compliance and reducing red tape,” Mr Furner said.<\/strong><\/p>\n

“We are determined to build a legacy of a sustainable fishery for our children and grandchildren and these regulations are an important part of doing that.<\/p>\n

“As of today, we have received over 500 responses via our online survey, with the commercial, recreational, charter boat, Indigenous, seafood marketing, conservation sectors and the general public all making submissions.<\/p>\n

“In addition, we have received dozens of phone calls and numerous emails from stakeholders on the proposed changes.”<\/p>\n

Mr Furner urged as many Queenslanders as possible to have their say by July 19.<\/strong><\/p>\n

He said the feedback would guide changes to the Fisheries Regulation.<\/p>\n

This is due to be introduced on September 1 because the existing Fisheries Regulation 2008 has reached its 10-year statutory life.<\/p>\n

Proposed changes for recreational and charter fishing include:<\/strong><\/p>\n