Fishing event management
Introduction
Recreational fishing representatives and NSW DPI have developed a Code of Practice for Fishing Events in NSW. The vision is for all fishing events to follow the voluntary Code of Practice so that the organisers and participants in these events operate in a safe, environmentally and socially responsible way. Event rules and activities should demonstrate best practice and where possible, enhance the economic benefit for the community.
The Code of Practice requires that organisers and participants of fishing events:
- Operate in an environmentally and socially sensitive manner
- Promote responsible fishing practices
- Maximise opportunities to help the sport, the environment and the community
- Operate in a safe manner
- Comply with Fisheries, Maritime and Environmental Protection regulations
Guidelines
Guidelines have been developed to help event organisers abide by the voluntary Code of Practice. These guidelines are intended to be applicable to a wide range of fishing events whether they are catch and keep or catch and release format and will help to improve fishing competition management in NSW.
Fishing Event Reports
Organisers are requested to submit a fishing event report at the conclusion of their event. These reports gather basic information on participation, rules and fish captures at the conclusion of their event. These reports gather basic information on participation, rules and captures at each event. The information submitted on this form will enable Recreational Fisheries Managers to maintain a detailed database of fishing events in NSW and assist them in helping to develop this important recreational fishing sector.
If you require additional detail on how these may be applied to your fishing competition, please contact the NSW DPI Fishing Competition Management Officer on (02) 9527 8476 or fishing.events@dpi.nsw.gov.au.
On receipt of a completed Fishing Event Report form you will receive a certificate from NSW DPI in recognition of your support for improved fishing event management in NSW.
Please note that all information submitted in these reports will only be used by NSW DPI to improve the management of your fisheries resource. All information will be treated as strictly confidential.