The Australian Recreational Fishing Foundation (ARFF) is inviting Australians of all ages and experience levels to get out on the water and celebrate Gone Fishing Day 2026, taking place nationwide on Sunday 18 October. Gone Fishing Day is Australia’s annual celebration of recreational fishing. Established in 2016, the day is…
Australia now has its first evidence-based picture of how recreational fishers understand and practise stewardship. Fishers aren’t a single audience, so the stewardship messaging shouldn’t treat them like one. The findings come from FRDC Project 2024-073, A national study of stewardship in recreational fishing, led by Neil Howells of Hudson Howells….
A national Community of Practice (CoP) for recreational fishing research, known as ReelLink, is currently being explored under the RecFishing Research Coordination Program as an exciting next step toward greater collaboration and connectivity across the sector. While funding and final structures are still being confirmed, the concept has already gained…
Get ready to cast a line and join thousands of Aussies celebrating Gone Fishing Day 2025 on Sunday, 19 October! Gone Fishing Day is all about sharing our love of fishing and the many benefits it brings — from time spent outdoors to the connections we build with family, friends, and…
As part of a newly launched webinar series, the Recfishing Research Coordination Program is inviting principal investigators researching nationally relevant topics in the recreational fishing sector to present their findings in quarterly webinars. In September 2025, Dr Crystal Beckmann and Dr Bridie Schultz shared their work on app-based reporting and…
What an incredible day at the Recreational Fishing Forum 2025! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at the Sofitel Broadbeach to make this event such a success. From celebrating the leadership of women in fishing, to exploring the power of recreational fishing data, and sharing stories of…
Recreational Fishing Research Coordination Program Testimonial Video Behind every strong fishing community is strong research and collaboration. Find out how the Recfishing Research Coordination Program is leading the way—and how you can be part of it.
A New Approach to Setting Research Priorities in Recreational Fishing Many readers will be familiar with the RecFishing Research Coordination Program. Operating for over many years, it has played a key role in advancing research to benefit recreational fishing in Australia, with several notable achievements along the way. In just…
Incorporating Recreational Fishing Goals into Fisheries Management There is increasing recognition that a dedicated systems model is needed to properly include recreational fishing interests in fisheries management. This model would provide a structured way for fisheries managers and recreational stakeholders to work together, ensuring the unique goals and drivers of…
Recreational Fishing Forum 2025 – Driving the Future of Recreational Fishing Join recreational fishing leaders and advocates from across Australia for a one-day forum dedicated to strengthening and advancing the sector. This event brings together peak bodies, decision makers, researchers, and innovators to share initiatives and insights, while building capacity…
