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NSW Fish Talks – Coffs Harbour
June 1, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm AEST
OzFish are hosting a series of ‘Fish Talks’ along the NSW East Coast and we want to invite you!
Join OzFish for a night where you will hear from scientists, experts, environmental managers and rec fishers about some of the incredible work being done to protect and restore vital fish habitats.
Guest speakers
Brett Vercoe – scuba diver, spear fisherman, underwater photography
Freshwater riparian habitats and what threats they face and some examples of poor habitat management.
Tavis Oceans – Ozfish member, ex industry worker and guide
The decline of fish numbers in our lifetime and the little ways we can improve these outcomes.
Shaun Morris – North Coast Local Land Service
Dr. Sophie Pryor
The impacts of tropicalisation.
Harry Davey – Recreational Fishing Freshwater Trust Expenditure Committee
How are recreational fees are utilised to improve fisheries and habitats.
Eliza Hoyland – University of Newcastle
Fisher’s perceptions of alternative crab trap designs.
Elsa Lillford – Coffs Harbour Chapter Exec.
David Faircloth – Coffs Harbour Chapter Exec.
Bush fire recovery in the Nymboida River.
Please arrive at 5.45pm for a 6.00pm start. Catering will be provided for those that register and there will be lucky door prizes up for grabs.
Registration is essential. We hope to see you there!
This project has been funded by the NSW Recreational Fishing Trusts and BCF – Boating, Camping, Fishing.
