Every year 100 million native fish are killed by irrigation pumps when they get sucked into the pumps and swept down irrigation channels. But a simple solution could stop this carnage. Installing fish screens on pumps may just be one of the most important restoration projects of the 21st century for the Murray Darling Basin.
Saltwater Creek urban catchment north of Cairns’ CBD will use fish surveys to improve urban waterway management through the help of volunteer recreational anglers within OzFish Cairns Chapter.
The project to restore the once magnificent shellfish beds of the Pumicestone Passage is underway. Less than 5% of shellfish reefs remain in the area and human intervention is needed to prevent further decline and support the underwater ecosystem. Recreational fishers, community organisations and OzFish Pumicestone Chapter are working together to restore these important shellfish reefs.
Thank you for your interest in responsibly recycling your fishing gear and helping to protect your favourite fishing spots.
OzFish, in partnership with BCF, is considering how best to continue to support the recycling of tackle across Australia. Stay tuned to our website for the latest news as its announced.
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