Recreational fishing in Tasmania is more than a hobby. It’s parents teaching kids off a jetty, mates heading out at first light, and families building lifelong memories on the water.

The recent South East sand flathead closure was introduced under emergency provisions without proper consultation or transparency. That sends a clear message to our community: we don’t matter.

Recreational fishers support stock rebuilding and sustainable fishing. What we do not support is poor process.

This is about trust, fairness, and ensuring the future of fishing in Tasmania.