Alerts for commercial fishers in Queensland

Updates and announcements for the commercial fishing industry.

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East coast otter trawl fishery reporting changes

Changes to reporting requirements are due to start in February and March 2026—find out more and sign up for training.

New data validation plan

The fisheries data validation plan has been updated, with a focus on improving the accuracy and reliability of commercial fishing data to support sustainable fisheries management.

Investment and increased effort warnings revoked

Investment warnings for the commercial fishing industry are revoked.

Support for commercial fishers

Find out more about grants and support available for commercial fishers.

White spot disease alert for commercial fishers

Learn about movement restriction information for commercial fishers, decontamination of fishing apparatus and vessels and white spot disease surveillance.