Are there any risks to overfishing from customary fishing?
Under the draft report’s proposals, the majority of rules that apply to recreational fishing will continue to apply to customary fishing. In addition, Aboriginal people make up approximately three per cent of the population and there are no current known threats to sustainability from Aboriginal fishing activity. The draft report recommends that if at any time any fish species become threatened as a result of customary fishing, customary fishing management arrangements will be reviewed to ensure sustainable fish stocks.
