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Abalone Fishery

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The Tasmanian abalone industry is a major contributor to the Tasmanian economy. The Tasmanian abalone fishery is the largest wild abalone fishery in the world, providing approximately 25% of the annual world harvest.

Government is responsible for managing the Tasmanian abalone fishery under the Living Marine Resources Management Act 1995. Management under the Act is through formal management plans. The management plan is constantly being refined as management of this fishery becomes increasingly sophisticated.

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For information on the abalone industry, such as where to purchase abalone, see the Tasmanian Abalone Council website at www.tasabalone.com.au

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For further information contact:

  Matt Bradshaw
  Principal Fisheries Management Officer (Abalone)
  1 Franklin Wharf HOBART TAS 7000 TAS
  Phone: 03 6233 3512
  Fax: 03 62231539
  Email: Matt.Bradshaw@dpipwe.tas.gov.au

Department switchboard: 1300 368 550 (local call cost within Australia)

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