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.
Moontide Hookah Closures – 2024–25 Fishing Season
Torres Strait Tropical Rock Lobster Fishery Moontide Hookah Closures for the 2024–25 Fishing Season
Tropical Rock Lobster (Kaiar) season to open on 1 December
The Torres Strait Tropical Rock Lobster (Kaiar) fishing season for 2024–25 opens on Sunday 1 December, for free diving and lamp fishing only.
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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!