PFA Update 14 February 2020 - TASTE OF SEAFOOD
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PFA Update 14 February 2020
The PFA represents its members’ interests. If you need our help on any issue, please do not hesitate in
contacting the PFA head office (6652-7374) &/or the Chief Executive Officer (0429303371)
TASTE OF SEAFOOD
We are just weeks away from the very first ever Taste of Seafood
Hawkesbury Festival. We are so excited we have secured the extremely
talented and beautiful Kailey Pallas to perform two sets during the day. We
have over 20 food and industry stalls, beer and wine bar, jumping castle
and face painting for the kids. It’s going to be fantastic and we hope to see
you there.
ASSISTANCE DECLARED FOR STORM AND FLOOD
IMPACTED NSW
Disaster assistance has been made available to help people and
businesses heavily impacted by recent storms and flooding in 56
local government areas across NSW. Assistance is being provided
through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery
Funding Arrangements (DRFA). Assistance is available in the
following local government areas: Ballina, Bayside, Bega Valley,
Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Burwood, Byron, Camden,
Campbelltown , Canada Bay, Canterbury Bankstown, Central
Coast, Cessnock, Clarence Valley, Coffs Harbour, Cumberland,
Eurobodalla, Fairfield, Georges River, Hawkesbury, Hornsby,
Hunters Hill, Inner West, Ku-ring-gai, Lake Macquarie, Lane Cove, Lismore, Liverpool, Maitland, Mid Coast,
Mosman, Narrabri, Newcastle, North Sydney, Northern Beaches, Parramatta, Penrith, Port Macquarie-
Hastings, Port Stephens, Queanbeyan-Palerang, Randwick, Ryde, Shellharbour, Shoalhaven, Strathfield,
Sutherland, Sydney City, Tamworth, The Hills, Tweed, Waverley, Willoughby, Wingecarribee, Wollondilly,
Wollongong and Woollahra. Assistance available under the DRFA may include:
• help for eligible people whose homes or belongings have been damaged
• support for affected local councils to help with the costs of cleaning up and restoring damaged
essential public assets
• concessional interest rate loans for small businesses, primary producers and nonprofit organisations
• freight subsidies for primary producers, and
• grants to eligible non-profit organisations
If you are uninsured and have low income, for information on personal hardship and distress assistance,
please contact the Disaster Welfare Assistance Line on 1800 018 444.
To apply for a concessional loan or grant, contact the NSW Rural Assistance Authority on 1800 678 593 or
visit www.raa.nsw.gov.au.
Further information on disaster assistance is available on the Australian Government’s Disaster Assist website
at www.disasterassist.gov.au and the NSW emergency information and response website at
www.emergency.nsw.gov.au
TAF COMMITTEE INDUSTRY OPEN MEETINGS SCHEDULED
The Total Allowable Fishery Committee open industry meetings are scheduled for this year are as followed:
• Estuary General (Hand gathering) – 10 March @ Rowers on Cooks River, Wolli Creek
• Abalone – 15 April @ Rowers on Cooks River, Wolli Creek
• Spanner crab – 16 April @ Rowers on Cooks River, Wolli Creek
• Lobster – 20 May @ Rowers on Cooks River, Wolli Creek
TAF REVIEW OF 13 SPECIES
DPI Fisheries has sent out a call for industry submissions to a new Total Allowable Catch (TAC) determination
is required to be made for the following fisheries, quota species and periods:•
69 Marina Drive Ph: 02 6652 7374 E: admin@pfai.com.au
COFFS HARBOUR Mob: 0429 303 371 E: ceo@pfai.com.au
ABN: 93 801 719 337
PFA Update 14 February 2020 The PFA represents its members’ interests. If you need our help on any issue, please do not hesitate in contacting the PFA head office (6652-7374) &/or the Chief Executive Officer (0429303371) • Pipi • bass grouper • beachworm • blue-eye trevalla • Cockle • gemfish • ghost nipper • hapuku • Australian sardine • pink ling • blue mackerel • bigeye ocean perch • yellowtail scad Closing date for submissions is 10 March 2020. PFA is preparing our submission but have expressed our concerns to DPI about the lack of information re effort and recent harvests provided with the consultation documents. Please contact us if you harvest these species and wish to make mention of issues, changes to activities etc within our submission. TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF WORIMI CONSERVATION LANDS AND SAMURAI Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands and Samurai are temporarily CLOSED to all vehicles, due to the current weather conditions. Large swell combined with high tides has made the beaches unsafe and impassable for vehicles at this time. Park closure signs have been installed at the 4WD beach entrances of WCL and Samurai, staff will continue to monitor conditions over the closure period. We advised to check the Worimi Conservation Lands and the National Parks web pages for updated information. Worimi Conservation Lands and Samurai will reopen as soon as conditions allow. Penalties apply for non-compliance. If you require further information please contact the Nelson Bay office during business hours Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIA The Australian Women's Leadership Symposia are a national series of events focused on the experiences of women leaders in the contemporary workforce. Taking place in every state and territory capital between May and September, the Symposia are an unparalleled gathering of the best and brightest female talent. Keynote speakers include: Nova Peris, Ita Buttrose, Libby Trickett, Ann Sherry, Catherine Fox, Tammie Matson, Sallyanne Atkinson and many, many more. The events will feature a range of presentations, panel discussions and interactive sessions covering a highly captivating range of topics. An attendance discount of 25% is currently available by entering code ANSY20 at the time of booking (available until each symposium sells out). For more information and to book: www.wla.edu.au/symposium CLARENCE RIVER MUD CRAB CLOSURE Responses due to this Monday 17 February 2020. The PFA has been fielding a lot of mixed comments from members and stakeholders regarding the proposed removal of the mud crab boundaries on the Clarence River. The PFA has urged the Department to organise a meeting regarding of a number of key Estuary trawler fishers, meshers and mud crab fishers to discuss concerns, address misunderstandings AND come up with a resolution. IMPACT OF CORONAVIRUS PFA has been involved in the national market trade briefs and discussions with DPI regarding organising industry meeting to discuss actions and assistance measures for industry, exporters and government. Urge members to join the Seafood Trade Advisory Group (STAGs) news bulletin. Go to https://seafoodtradeadvisory.com/ We will keep members briefed as things progress. A direct point of contact within Austrade to provide exporting businesses or industry affected by Coronavirus with assistance in accessing alternative markets – both to overcome hurdles in the immediate future and to diversify into the longer term. Should anyone in industry wish to contact Austrade the point of contact is: Ms Amanda Hodges Telephone (07) 3364 7706 Email Amanda.hodges@austrade.gov.au 69 Marina Drive Ph: 02 6652 7374 E: admin@pfai.com.au COFFS HARBOUR Mob: 0429 303 371 E: ceo@pfai.com.au ABN: 93 801 719 337
PFA Update 14 February 2020
The PFA represents its members’ interests. If you need our help on any issue, please do not hesitate in
contacting the PFA head office (6652-7374) &/or the Chief Executive Officer (0429303371)
FIRES ASSISTANCE MEASURES
Those in need of shelter, food, water or other essentials can call the NSW Disaster Welfare Assistance Line:
1800 018 444. If you live in an affected local government area you may be eligible for the Disaster Recovery
Allowance (DFA) or a Disaster Recovery Payment. For more information or to make a claim click here or call
180 22 66. We will let you know dates and locations as soon as we are advised. Please keep safe.
Services Australia (@Centrelink) Mobile Service Teams and Mobile Service Centres for bushfires assistance
are deploying across NSW to be on hand for those in need. Check operating services here:
https://findus.humanservices.gov.au/
Remember, call 180 22 66 if you are in a disaster declared area to claim a disaster payment.
More details: https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/help-emergency
GENERAL PURPOSE TRAINING
The next course is:
Sydney Fish market 27th April to Friday 1st May 2020
Also note that extra courses will be scheduled to service industry demand.
www.maritimesafetytraining.com.au
PFA’s SAFETY AT SEA TRAINING
The PFA is proudly sponsoring at no charge to the fishers, the Safety at Sea Training workshops to be held
over the in Yamba on the 7th March and Coffs Harbour on the 14th March. T
BOOK NOW – ONLY 10 SPACES per workshop
• Yamba Swimming Pool - 7th Marc 7am-10am (tbc)
• Coffs Harbour Swimming Pool - 14th March 12pm-3pm (tbc)
A jam-packed workshop full of practical help for offshore fishers;
• Ever launched a life raft?
• Know how to fire off a live flare?
• Is your lifejacket serviced?
• Know what to do for a helicopter rescue?
Contact PFA to secure your place! admin@pfai.com.au or (02) 6652 7374
The following advice has been provided directly by the DPI for the PFA. We intend to constantly have this direct
communication from DPI available to our members as we believe it is important to have these DPI statements or reminders. If
you have questions re the info, please contact DPI directly .
PFA Newsletter Week Ending 16th February 2020
Seafood Innovation Fund
69 Marina Drive Ph: 02 6652 7374 E: admin@pfai.com.au
COFFS HARBOUR Mob: 0429 303 371 E: ceo@pfai.com.au
ABN: 93 801 719 337PFA Update 14 February 2020 The PFA represents its members’ interests. If you need our help on any issue, please do not hesitate in contacting the PFA head office (6652-7374) &/or the Chief Executive Officer (0429303371) The Seafood Innovation Fund is an investment in the future of our seafood industry. The fund will build industry capability and allow our seafood businesses to plan ahead with more certainty. The low interest loans can be used by businesses to: ● Improve assets and infrastructure, ● Ensure long term productivity and sustainable use of the marine and land-based environment, ● Identify and address risks, and ● Help build resilience to changes in seasonal conditions. Further information and applications can be made through the NSW Rural Assistance Authority via the following link https://www.raa.nsw.gov.au/loans/seafood-innovation-fund Consultation - Crab trapping in the Clarence River The Department of Primary Industries – DPI Fisheries is seeking feedback from stakeholders on crab trapping in the Clarence River. Please see the Consultation Paper - Crab trapping in the Clarence River for further information. All submissions should be directed in writing to: NSW Department of Primary Industries Subject - Crab trapping in the Clarence River Email: commercialfisheries@dpi.nsw.gov.au Closing date for submissions 18 February 2020. If you have any questions, please contact the Commercial Fisheries Hotline on 1300 726 488 Call for public submissions - Total Allowable Catch –Estuary General, Ocean Hauling and Ocean Trap and Line A new Total Allowable Catch (TAC) determination is required to be made for the following fisheries, quota species and periods: Estuary general (1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021): ● pipi ● beachworm ● cockle ● ghost nipper Ocean hauling purse seine (1 May 2020 to 30 April 2021): ● Australian sardine ● blue mackerel ● yellowtail scad Ocean trap and line (1 May 2020 to 30 April 2021): ● bass grouper ● blue-eye trevalla ● gemfish 69 Marina Drive Ph: 02 6652 7374 E: admin@pfai.com.au COFFS HARBOUR Mob: 0429 303 371 E: ceo@pfai.com.au ABN: 93 801 719 337
PFA Update 14 February 2020 The PFA represents its members’ interests. If you need our help on any issue, please do not hesitate in contacting the PFA head office (6652-7374) &/or the Chief Executive Officer (0429303371) ● hapuku ● pink ling ● bigeye ocean perch Where can I find information? ● Status of Australian Fish Stocks at www.fish.gov.au ● NSW Fisheries Open for Comment Have your say The Department of Primary Industries – DPI Fisheries invites all members of the public, including all stakeholders and interest groups, to make submissions on the appropriate level of TAC for the species above. All submissions should be directed in writing to: NSW Department of Primary Industries Subject - TAC determination submissions Please indicate which fishery and species your submission is in relation to. commercialfisheries@dpi.nsw.gov.au Closing date for submissions is 10 March 2020. If you have any questions, please contact the Commercial Fisheries Hotline on 1300 726 488 Quota Usage Season Snapshot Quota Usage Season Snapshot current fishing period https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/1195228/3-Feb-20-Industry-Update-WEB.pdf Catch Reporting Tips Coming into mullet hauling season, remember that only one member of the hauling crew, the net endorsement holder, reports the entire catch and disposal of the catch. Other fishers involved do not report any part of the catch, even if they are paid for a share of the catch. Remember too, that if you receive fish as payment, that records of sale and the fish receiver requirements need to be satisfied. These legal requirements avoid duplication and/or partial reporting of the catch, avoid inconsistencies between reported catch and records of sale, and accurate reporting assists with exportation to the European Community. If you have any questions about Catch & Effort records, Quota reporting, records of sale/possession, European Community Catch Certificates or registered fish receivers please do not hesitate to contact the Catch Records team on 1800 994 850 or catch.records@dpi.nsw.gov.au Ocean Trawl Quota Calculator A new online calculator has been developed to calculate your quota, the standardised hull units of your boat and the number of days available to you. Follow the link to Ocean Trawl Quota Calculator COMMFish There have been new members appointed to COMMFish. To find out more, follow the link to Commercial Fishing NSW Advisory Council 69 Marina Drive Ph: 02 6652 7374 E: admin@pfai.com.au COFFS HARBOUR Mob: 0429 303 371 E: ceo@pfai.com.au ABN: 93 801 719 337
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