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.
Vessel Monitoring System trial for the 2026 black teatfish season
All fishers are required to use vessel monitoring systems (VMS) for the 2026 black teatfish season.
Remaking of Torres Strait fisheries management instruments
The PZJA has repealed 8 legislative instruments used to manage Torres Strait fisheries and replaced them with 4 new instruments that include some changes to management arrangements.
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Ways to report illegal fishing
You can help us make sure our fish stocks are protected for the future by reporting any illegal and suspicious fishing activities you see!