Southern Bluefin Tuna Fishery

Southern bluefin tuna (SBT) is a highly migratory species and is widely distributed throughout waters of the southern oceans, including the Australian fishing zone. The key areas where SBT is caught are the Great Australian Bight and waters off south eastern Australia.

Notices and announcements
Notices and announcements for the Southern Bluefin Tuna Fishery

At a glance
Facts and figures about the Southern Bluefin Tuna Fishery including principal species, number of Statutory Fishing Rights holders, fishing methods used and current issues

Management of the fishery
Information on management arrangements for the Southern Bluefin Tuna Fishery including the Management Plan

Consultation (SBTMAC)
Agendas, papers and minutes from the Southern Bluefin Tuna Management Advisory Committee (SBTMAC)

Publications
List of current Southern Bluefin Tuna Fishery plans and reports

Contacts
Mr Matt Daniel
Acting Manager
Southern Bluefin Tuna Fishery (SBT)
Telephone: (02) 6225 5338
Fax: (02) 6225 5439
Email: Matt.Daniel@afma.gov.au

Page last updated 16 March, 2010