Marine Scalefish Fishery reform
South Australia’s transformative reform of the commercial marine scale fishery came into effect on 1 July 2021, with the goal of strengthening the long-term financial and ecological sustainability of the industry.
Key elements of the reform include:
- Establishment of four fishing zones – West Coast, Spencer Gulf, Gulf St Vincent & Kangaroo Island, and South East.
- Establishment of individual transferable quota (ITQ) management systems for King George Whiting, Snapper, Southern Garfish and Southern Calamari for the Marine Scalefish Fishery and the Rock Lobster Fisheries, to manage commercial catch limits
- Separation of the commercial taking of Vongole and Sardine from the Marine Scalefish Fishery and the creation of the new fisheries under their own regulations.
What you need to know
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Management arrangements >
Read the finalised management arrangements for the reformed Marine Scalefish Fishery (MSF), with new and amended regulations effective July 1 2021.
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Marine Scalefish quota trading >
The MSF reform process has allocated quota to fishers which can be transferred. Find out more about how to trade your quota.
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Exceptional circumstances process >
An exceptional circumstances process was undertaken as a part of the MSF reforms. They provide an independent assessment of fishery licence holders’ individual circumstances. Learn more about the process.
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Voluntary licence surrender program >
The Voluntary Licence Surrender Program has now closed. Learn more about the surrendering process as part of the MSF reforms undertaken.
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Development of the reform package >
Read about how the MSF reforms were developed and how they seek to sustain a vibrant and profitable industry in South Australia.
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Red tape reduction >
Cutting red tape for fishing operations was an important part of the MSF reform. See how red tape reduction measures were developed and enacted.
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Independent Allocation Advisory Panel >
The IAAP was set up as part of the MSF reform, tasked to investigate and provide advice for the allocation of individual transferable quota (ITQ) units. Read about their process and final report.
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Management advisory committee >
The MSFMAC was established in 2021 to provide advice to guide the management of the State’s largest and most diverse shared-access fishery. Read more about the committee.
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Contact
If you have any questions on the reform process, please email MSF.Reform@sa.gov.au