Help us improve the Scalefish Rules
by Department of NRE Tasmania 23 Oct 09:45 UTC
Did you know calamari are managed under the Scalefish Rules? © Department of NRE Tasmania
In 2026, NRE Tas will be proposing changes to the Scalefish Rules through the Scalefish Rules Remake. This is an opportunity to improve how we manage the scalefish fishery.
But before we start drafting specific proposed rule changes for consultation, we want your suggestions and ideas.
We're seeking your feedback
- What are some issues with the current Scalefish Rules?
- Why is it important to address these issues?
- How could a change to the Scalefish Rules help?
Your feedback will help inform what changes to the rules we consult on in 2026.
We'll be prioritising changes that:
- Support recovery of depleted and depleting species
- Help other species stay sustainable into the future
- Simplify rules and make them more effective and enforceable
You can provide feedback by survey, email, post or via your representative body.
These channels will be open until 11:59pm Wednesday 19 November.
Have your say
Next steps
After we consider your feedback, we will draft specific proposed changes to the Scalefish Rules.
You will have an opportunity to have your say on these proposed changes during public consultation in 2026.
Any rule changes that are made will take effect 1 November 2026.
More information
You can find more information on our website including:
- Aims of the 2026 Scalefish Remake
- How to have an early say
- How your feedback will be considered
- What is managed under the Scalefish Rules