Tropical Rock Lobster

Tropical rock lobster (kaiar) survey starts on 22 October

Fishwell Pty Ltd is undertaking the survey, which is expected to take 10–12 days.

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Protected Zone Joint Authority

Responsible for management of commercial and traditional fishing in the Australian area of the Torres Strait Protected Zone (TSPZ) and designated adjacent Torres Strait waters.

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Moontide Hookah Closures – 2024–25 Fishing Season

Torres Strait Tropical Rock Lobster Fishery Moontide Hookah Closures for the 2024–25 Fishing Season

aerial shot of coral in the Torres Strait
Torres Strait fishers and fish receivers reminded to report their catch

Torres Strait fishers and fish receivers are reminded that they must report all catch on catch disposal records and return them to the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) within 3 days.

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15 Oct 2025
Tropical rock lobster (kaiar) survey starts on 22 October

The annual pre-season survey of tropical rock lobster (kaiar) in the Torres Strait begins on 22 October. 

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30 Sep 2025
Tropical Rock Lobster (Kaiar) fishing season is now closed

The 2024–25 Torres Strait Tropical Rock Lobster (Kaiar) fishing season is now closed.

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03 Sep 2025
Bêche-de-mer breach: Torres Strait fish receiver fined for reporting failure

This is a media release from the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA).