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FISHINGTOURISMFACT SHEETTOURISM.SA.GOV.AU
PRODUCED 2020SOUTH AUSTRALIANFISHING TOURISM FACT SHEETThe South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) iscommitted to supporting a sustainable Fishing Tourismsector within South Australia. The SATC provides tourismoperators with advice through sharing relevant industryknowledge, providing educational tools and resources andfacilitating partnerships to create desirable and saleableexperiences suitable for the state’s target markets.Cover1Coorong, Limestone CoastF I S H I N G TO U R I S M FACT S H E E TWhat is Fishing Tourism?Fishing Tourism can be defined as participation in a tour,charter, experience or activity that involves the catchingof a permitted species. This could include charter boator land-based fishing, use rod & reel or other catchingequipment and be undertaken in saltwater or freshwaterlocations. The type of catch can include finfish (e.g.tuna, whiting) or shellfish (e.g. lobster, crab, cockles/pipis).BelowP o r t V i n c e n t , Yo r k e P e n i n s u l a
2020 — 2021FISHING TOURISMIN SOUTH AUSTRALIASouth Australian Fishing Tourism ResearchIn 2019, the SATC undertook research into the fishingtourism sector in South Australia with the followingobjectives: Gain a greater understanding of this sector in our stateInvestigate growth opportunities in our state forSouth Australian businesses to participate.In the development stage of the Strategy, consultationwas undertaken with existing South Australian fishingcharter operators across all regions via one on onemeetings and workshops.Findings from industry consultation suggests that thereis a disconnect between the existing charter fishing touroperators and the broader tourism industry. Following theconsultation process, key actions, recommendations, andopportunities for Fishing Tourism in South Australia wereidentified. These are outlined below: Increase engagement and partnership opportunitieswith the recreational fishing industry and the tourismsectorIncrease the number of South Australian fishingoperators with listings on the Australian Tourism DataWarehouse (ATDW)Create packages between fishing experiences andaccommodation providers to increase visitor participationFacilitate partnerships between travel trade and SouthAustralian fishing operatorsDevelop and support new and emerging Aboriginalfishing experiencesSeek ways to educate and increase industry capabilitiesof fishing operators in the tourism sectorIncrease marketing and promotional content of fishingtourism experiences in South Australia. 2F I S H I N G TO U R I S M FACT S H E E TFishing in South AustraliaSouth Australia has 5,000 kilometres of coastline anda variety of Fishing Tourism operators and experiencescan be found across the state. Visitors can undertake aFishing Tourism experience with a professional charteroperator just 15 minutes from Adelaide CBD at Glenelgand West Beach or other metropolitan locations includingPort Adelaide or Outer Harbor. Regionally, there are excellentcharter boat operators found in our beautiful coastalregions of Yorke Peninsula, Fleurieu Peninsula, LimestoneCoast, Eyre Peninsula as well as on Kangaroo Island.Consumers preferring land-based recreational fishingmay opt for some impressive beach, rock, and jettyfishing from the state’s expansive coastline. Inland,ample fishing spots can be found along the MurrayRiver, and with a permit, several reservoirs can beaccessed for freshwater fishing.For something special, Australian Coastal Safarison t h e Ey re Pe n in s u la of fe rs e x p e r ie n c e s s uc h a sheli-fishing and multi-day fishing safaris.Discover more of South Australia’s Fishing Tourismproducts and experiences at: h-australia
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FISHING TOURISMKEY AREAS3KEY FISHING LOCATIONSIN SOUTH AUSTRALIA1Adelaide7Marion Bay2Cape Jervis8Port Hughes3Ceduna9Port Lincoln4Coffin Bay10Port MacDonnell5Cowell11Point Turton6Emu Bay5849111AUSTRALIA MAP76N2250KM10IN 2017/18, THE CHARTER BOAT FISHERY CONTRIBUTED: 13.8M15650 to South Australia’s grossstate product (GSP)FTE jobs created* SOURCE: ECONOMIC AND SOCIALlicenced and active fishing charteroperators across South Australia. *INDICATORS FOR THE SOUTH AUSTRALIANCHARTER BOAT FISHERY 2017/18 A REPORTTO PIRSA FISHERIES AND AQUACULTUREPREPARED BY BDO ECONSEARCH* AS OF JUNE 2019
2020 — 2021OT H E R K E Y S TA K E H O L D E R S& THEIR ROLESPRIMARY INDUSTRIES & REGIONS (PIRSA)pir.sa.gov.au/top menu/about usSouth Australia’s clean marine waters are home to someof the most sought after premium seafood in the world.Primary Industries and Regions’ (PIRSA) Fisheriesand Aquaculture division enables the sustainabledevelopment of South Australia’s aquatic resources andthe balanced growth of our fisheries and aquacultureindustries. PIRSA manages South Australia’s fish stocksin partnership with industry and the community.P I R SA F i s h e r i e s a n d A q u a c u lt u re d eve l o p s a n dimplements policy and regulatory frameworks to maximisethe social and economic benefits and ensure the longterm sustainability of the state’s aquatic resources.PIRSA manages access to aquatic resources of thestate’s three fishing sectors, commercial, recreational(including Charter) and Aboriginal traditional. They managelicensing, enforce size, bag, boat and possessionLimits, closures and aquatic reserves. They also runFishwatch (pir.sa.gov.au/fishing/fishwatch) to assistcompliance with fishing rules and regulations, and theFISHCARE volunteer program (pir.sa.gov.au/fishing/fishcare volunteers) to educate and raise awarenessamong the fishing communities about the need to protectand preserve our resources for future generations.Learn more about PIRSA’s work with the fisheries andaquaculture pir.sa.gov.au/fishingDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND WATER (DEW)The Department of Environment and Water (DEW) isresponsible for the management of South Australia’snational parks and 19 marine parks. Like national parks,marine parks protect habitats, animals, plants, culturalheritage, and geological formations. Marine parks alsocontain sanctuary zones; these are areas of highconservation value set aside for conservation andlow-impact recreation. These areas only take up six percent of our waters and do not allow fishing, includingfishing tours.DEW issues permits for commercial tourism operationsoccurring in national parks, such as land-based fishingand in marine park sanctuary zones, such as swimmingwith marine mammals or boating tours. For more informationvisit ur-operatorsFishing tour operators do not need a permit to operate innon-sanctuary zone areas of marine parks but shouldbe aware of relevant marine park regulations.4F I S H I N G TO U R I S M FACT S H E E TInformation about permitted activities in marine parks andsanctuary zones is available on the Marine Parks website.marineparks.sa.gov.auSA WATERRecreational fishing is currently available at several ofSA Water’s reservoirs with a recreational fishing permit: Warren and South Para Reservoirs near WilliamstownBundaleer Reservoir near SpaldingBeetaloo Reservoir near LauraMyponga Reservoir on the Fleurieu PeninsulaThese reservoirs have been stocked with a variety offreshwater species. Murray Cod, Golden Perch and SilverPerch have been released into Warren, South Para andBundaleer and Rainbow trout have been released intoBundaleer.For more information and conditions of access to eachof these reservoirs, and to buy fishing permits pleasevisit S RECREATIONAL FISHING ADVISORYCOUNCIL (MRFAC)The Minister’s Recreational Fishing Advisory Council(MRFAC) exists to represent recreational fishers in SouthAustralia.MRFAC works with the Minister for Primary Industriesand Regional Development to:- meet the needs and interests of recreational fishers- provide feedback and advice on recreational fishingdevelopment, initiatives and policies.MRFAC developed and released a Recreational FishingStrategy for South Australia in June 2021 which can befound at mrfac.org.au or by clicking here.TOURISM AUSTRALIATourism Australia is the Australian Government agencyresponsible for attracting international visitors to Australia,both for leisure and business events. The organisationis active in 15 key markets.For resources, statistics and more information on workingwith Tourism Australia please visittourism.australia.com
2020 — 2021OT H E R K E Y S TA K E H O L D E R S& THEIR ROLESGREAT FISHING ADVENTURES OF AUSTRALIAIn 2017, Tourism Australia launched a new SignatureExperiences Collective, Great Fishing Adventures ofAustralia, with support from the State and TerritoryTourism Organisations.Great Fishing Adventures of Australia is a new group ofleading independently owned fishing tourism operatorswho have come together to collectively raise the profileof Australia as a world class fishing destination. Thereare currently 26 members involved in the collective.South Australian operator Australian Coastal Safari’sis a member.Great Fishing Adventures of Australia endorses sustainablefishing practices.dcooper@tourism.australia.comConsumer Website: australia.com/fishingTrade Website: tourism.australia.com/fishingSURVEYED CHARTER BOAT OWNERS& OPERATORS SOUTH AUSTRALIAThe Surveyed Charter Boat Owners and OperatorsAssociation of South Australia Inc. (SCBOOASA) isrecognised as the representative industry body of theCharter Boat Fishery. The Minister for Primary Industriesand Regional Development has oversight of the managementof the fishery under a management plan preparedpursuant to the provisions of the Fisheries ManagementAct 2007, but day to day management is conducted byPIRSA in consultation with SCBOOASA.Refer to the following link for a copy of themanagement plan for the Charter Boat Fishery:pir.sa.gov.au/ data/assets/pdf file/0007/164581/Charter Boat Fishery Management Plan.pdf5F I S H I N G TO U R I S M FACT S H E E TThe objectives of SCBOOASA are to: Represent the interests of members on issuesaffecting members in relation to the Industry; improve the businesses of members by providinga forum to share opinions, information, knowledge,ideas and experiences; promote the Industry; and act as the recognised industry body of the CharterBoat Fishery for co-management purposes.SCBOOASA employs a part-time Executive Officer andhas established an Executive Committee which meetsregularly to discuss current issues. All licence holdersare invited to the Annual General Meeting and generalmeetings to discuss industry issues and develop policyin support of sustainable fishing, improving the industryand the experience of clients. Members are also keptinformed about current issues through emails and arecently established newsletter.merilyn@nmac.com.auRECFISH SARecFish SA is the nationally recognised peak bodyfor recreational fishing in South Australia. RecFish SAundertakes a range of projects like fish stocking, habitatenhancement, fishing clinics and citizen science projects,to benefit recreational fishers.Membership is made up of individuals and organisations,including fishing clubs and associations, regionalRecreational Fisheries Committees, coastal progressassociations, and recreational fishing related businesses.There are low cost and free membership options. RecFishSA also consult with the recreational fishing communityon a range of issues, through surveys and “Have YourSay” campaigns.recfishsa.org.aued@recfishsa.org.au
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charter, experience or activity that involves the catching of a permitted species. This could include charter boat or land-based fishing, use rod & reel or other catching equipment and be undertaken in saltwater or freshwater locations. The type of catch can include finfish (e.g. tuna, whiting) or shellfish (e.g. lobster, crab, cockles/ pipis). 2020 — 2021 FISHING TOURISM IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA .
