This page lists open and recently closed public consultations run by the Department. These consultations provide opportunities for the community and stakeholders to have their say.
Under the
Living Marine Resources Management Act 1995 and its subordinate legislation, the management plans, rules and regulations of Tasmania's fisheries are reviewed at legislated intervals.
Public Consultations
Open for public comment
Closed for public comment
Proposed rule changes for the Tasmanian Giant Crab Fishery have now closed for public comment.
Closed on: 27 Nov 2023
Changes to the VMS provisions in the Fisheries Rules 2019 came into effect on 8 January 2024.
Closed on: 13 Oct 2023
New scalefish rules come into effect for recreational and commercial fishers from 1 November 2023.
Closed on: 25 Sep 2023
The Harvest Strategy Policy for Tasmanian Wild Fisheries and Implementation Guidelines for the Harvest Strategy Policy for Tasmanian Wild Fisheries.
Closed on: 21 Apr 2023