Protected Zone Joint Authority

The Protected Zone Joint Authority (PZJA)

is 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.

2019 call for Research for Torres Strait Fisheries

public call for research applications to address research priorities identified for potential funding in 2019-20.

TRL Fishery Update

Tropical Rock Lobster (TRL) Fishery Management Plan in place for 1 December 2018

What type of licence do I need?

Find out more about Torres Strait commercial fishing licences and fish receiver licences, including transfers and new licences.

Do I need VMS?

Find out if you need a Vessel Monitoring System on your boat and how to get it.

Who has a licence?

Find information on who currently holds licences in the Torres Strait.

When is my meeting?

Find notices about upcoming meetings and records of Committees and Working Groups.

What's the latest research?

View information about research conducted in the Torres Strait.

How do I report illegal fishing?

Help make sure our fish stocks are protected for the future by reporting illegal and suspicious activities.