WA demersal fishing bans explained: what it means and why WA Fishing is pausing bookings

A dhufish caught off Western Australia.

Fishing rules in Western Australia changed sharply in December 2025, with new statewide demersal fishing reforms aimed at protecting at-risk demersal scalefish stocks. These changes affect recreational fishing, commercial fishing, and charter operations—especially across the West Coast Bioregion and the Perth metro area.

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Most Popular Fish to Catch in Western Australia 

A fisherman in the water with a surf rod on a West Australian beach.

With more than 2500 different fish species and dozens of delectable crustaceans living within the waters along the vast Western Australian coastlines finding the most popular ones for sport fishing was a difficult test. We decided to look at beach fishing, pier and jetty fishing, and deep-sea fishing and determined the most popular fish and crustacean sought by the various styles of fishing and where the favourite locations are. We have added the most popular way to cook and enjoy your prized catch. Continue reading “Most Popular Fish to Catch in Western Australia “