The Minister for Fisheries has recently been consulting with and listening to peak representative bodies regarding implementation of the Aquatic Resources Management Act 2016 (ARMA).
As a result of these discussions, the need to develop a common understanding of ARMA and its management implications amongst peak sector bodies prior to implementation has been identified. Therefore, DPIRD will no longer be pursuing an ARMA implementation date of 1 November 2023.
At the Minister’s request, DPIRD staff will convene a workshop with sector bodies to allow for parties to gain a common understanding of ARMA principles, operational implications and policy/system requirements. It is expected that the workshop will take place in mid-late August.
The outcome of the workshop will be a key consideration for the Minister in determining the new timeframe for ARMA implementation.
Read more about ARMA here.
