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To assist fishers, AFMA has developed a range of bycatch handling guides and a video to help ensure that fishers use best practice when handling their bycatch. These guides help fishers understand the importance of bycatch handling and provide helpful information on handling techniques and in understanding fishers obligations.

The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) joined the French Armed Forces of New Caledonia (FANC) who hosted the sixth occasion of the international fisheries operation "NASSE".

The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) congratulates Dr. George Kailis on receiving national recognition for his contribution to State and National fisheries management policy and research.

The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) congratulates Brett McCallum on his induction into the Seafood Industry Hall of Fame at the 2022 Seafood Directions Conference.

As the Commonwealth’s fisheries regulator, the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) uses a multifaceted approach to addressing IUU fishing that recognises its dynamic and diverse nature.

Managing a highly migratory species such as the southern bluefin tuna seems like a mammoth task and the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) is just one part of the puzzle!

The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) is seeking comment from industry, electronic monitoring (e-monitoring) service providers and technical experts in the field on the draft E-monitoring Equipment and Maintenance Standards for AFMA’s e-monitoring program.

This year we bring you some AFMA team profiles, showcasing how science and AFMA work hand in hand in sustainable fisheries management.