Victorian Fisheries Authority - Warrnambool

About

The Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) is an independent statutory authority established to effectively manage Victoria's fisheries resources. We work closely with many stakeholders to deliver three core outcomes: Sustainable fishing and aquaculture Clear resource access and sharing arrangements Increased economic, social and cultural value. Our strategy We have prepared a new strategy to guide our work and investment over the next five years. Watch this space for further details – coming soon. Our people We have more than 160 staff based at 25 locations across the state. Our main sites are: 1 Spring St, Melbourne Queenscliff Snobs Creek, near Eildon What we do? Commercial licensing and quota management Recreational licensing Educating the public about their rights and obligations relating to fishing Enforcing the provisions of the Fisheries Act 1995 Supporting sustainable and responsible commercial and recreational fishing and aquaculture Indigenous community engagement focused on recognition of customary fishing rights, better economic opportunities and sustainable fisheries management Research, and fishery monitoring and assessment Fisheries management planning Administration of grants to improve recreational fishing opportunities Working with other government agencies on a range of fisheries related matters. To support the Minister for Agriculture as the responsible Minister for fisheries in Victoria, the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR) retains a role in coordination and strategic policy. DEDJTR and the VFA will continue to work closely together, as well as with the Commonwealth and other key stakeholders. Our organisation Office of the Chief Executive Officer The team manages day to day operations of the authority and delivers business management and corporate services, including board support and administration. Fisheries Management and Science The team delivers core regulatory fisheries science, management and aquaculture services, including fish stock assessment, fisheries monitoring and setting total allowable commercial catches for the rock lobster, abalone, giant crab, Port Phillip Bay, and ocean scallop and urchin fisheries.