Recreational boat fishers are being offered a rebate of up to $50 for the purchase of fishing gear through participating Western Australian tackle stores.
The State Government's $3.3 million Tackle Shop Rebate Program opens on May 18 and aims to help boost sales at tackle shops that are being impacted by the demersal fishing bans.
Recreational fishers who hold a current Recreational Fishing from Boat Licence (RFBL) are eligible to apply.
More than 40 independent tackle stores are participating in the Tackle Shop Rebate Program across WA including stores in Falcon, Mandurah, Port Kennedy and Rockingham.
The rebates can be claimed via the ServiceWA App.
"Our local tackle stores and their staff across Western Australia are a great resource for information and advice on what species to target, where to fish for them and what gear to use," Fisheries Minister Jackie Jarvis said.
"I encourage recreational fishers to use the Tackle Shop Rebate as an opportunity to visit their local store and plan their next fishing trip to target one of the many sustainable fish species available."
A ban for boat-based demersal fishing is in place for the West Coast region, from Kalbarri to Augusta, until spring 2027.
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