7 March 2023
Territorians are being urged to have their say on a draft 10-year recreational fishing plan released today by the NT Government.
Recreational fishing is a huge part of the Territory lifestyle, generating significant economic contributions into the NT economy, as well as providing a wealth of social, cultural, and wellbeing benefits.
The new Recreational Fishing Development Plan (RFDP) has been developed using fresh ideas and is designed to ensure the Territory’s recreational fishing sector will continue to successfully navigate changes, overcome challenges and create opportunities to deliver a strong and sustainable recreational fishing future.
Recently released results from the National Social and Economic Survey of Recreational Fishers 2018-2021 highlighted the importance of recreational fishing in the Territory, with around $270 million contributed to our economy directly and indirectly over the 2018 and 19 financial year.
The NT Government is seeking public feedback on the draft plan via Have Your Say until April 18, before the final version is released later in 2023.
The draft plan illustrates the collective vision of the recreational fishing sector, desired outcomes and a framework that will ensure the Territory enhances the quality of its experiences and opportunities over the next decade, and replaces the previous 10-year plan.
