The Hon. Kirrilee Warr, Shadow Minister for Fisheries (WA), Media Release, 13 January 2026
“The frustration within WA’s fishing community has reached breaking point,” she said.
“The recent incident in my electorate of Geraldton highlights just how desperate many fishing families are feeling right now.
“These are hardworking locals who feel unheard, ignored and pushed to the limit by Labor’s demersal fishing ban.
“It is a clear warning sign that many in the fishing industry feel ignored and pushed to the limit by the Cook Labor Government’s demersal fishing ban.
“I will continue to support commercial fishers and request the Minister and the Cook Labor Government to come back to the table to discuss options.
“It’s also why The Nationals WA are calling for a full parliamentary inquiry into fishing in Western Australia – to ensure future decisions are transparent, evidence-based, and properly consider economic, social and regional considers impacts across the entire marine estate.”
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