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People standing knee deep in water fishing for crabs

Blue swimmer crabbing season opens with health caution

The presence of the toxic algae Alexandrium in the Swan River during recent crabbing seasons serves as a reminder to keen crabbers to prepare and clean their catch safely.
Fisheries officers measuring marron

DPIRD compliance officers scoop their biggest illegal marron fishing case ever

A magistrate in Harvey Court has handed down the biggest fines ever in WA for illegal marron fishing, with penalties and costs totalling $97,731.60 and the seizure of a vehicle.
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A taste of WA introduced to the world through exporter directory

A new Western Australian Exporter Directory to support the State’s agrifood and beverage sector to expand and diversify into overseas markets has been released.

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Page reviewed 1 December 2021

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