‘Sustainable Fishing Day’ at Queenscliff
by DPI on 26 May 2012
Sustainable Fishing Day DPI Victoria .
Fisheries Victoria recently welcomed forty-two women from the Arabic community to the Department of Primary Industries in Queenscliff. The women participated in a ‘Sustainable Fishing Day’ which provided a ‘hands on’ approach to understanding the aquatic environment and fishing regulations.
The attendees proved to be keen to learn about fishing in order to help their community understand the importance of fishing regulations.
The group enjoyed a guided tour of the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre and a presentation about sustainable fishing including bag, size and equipment restrictions, water safety and how to get involved.
The women were also taken to the Point Lonsdale Pier and taught how to fish. This was the first time that any of the members of the group had held a fishing rod.
These women are very keen to continue to build relationships with Fisheries Victoria and recognise the increasing engagement in recreational fishing within their
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