19 June 2008 - VMS: The next step...

1 July 2008 will mark the first full year of the integrated computer vessel monitoring system (ICVMS or VMS) program.

3 June 2008 - VMS: The story so far…

In December 2005, the Government directed AFMA to enhance monitoring of fishing activities in Commonwealth waters. In response, AFMA began introducing the integrated computer vessel monitoring system (ICVMS or VMS). From 1 July 2007, all vessels fishing in Commonwealth waters were required to have a VMS unit fitted and operational.

6 May 2008 - Lakes Entrance Co-management Trial

On Thursday 1 May 2008, AFMA staff joined members of the fishing industry at Lakes Entrance to formally launch the Lakes Entrance Co-management Trial.

Recent updates

> SBT core and buffer zones, effective midnight 3 July 2008
> Northern Prawn Fishery Operational Information 2008
> AFMA Business Efficiency Review
> Corporate Plan 2007-2011
> Annual Operational Plan 2007-2008
> SESSF Kilogram to SFR conversion ratios calculator
> Moon Phase Calendar 2008
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