What this direction does
The federal government has registered the Fisheries Management (Type Approved E-monitoring Systems) Direction 2026, a legislative instrument that came into force on 30 June 2026. It is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry under the Fisheries Management Act 1991.
The direction specifies which types of electronic monitoring systems are approved for use in six named Commonwealth fisheries.
Fisheries covered
- Eastern Tuna and Billfish Fishery
- Western Tuna and Billfish Fishery
- Small Pelagic Fishery
- Southern and Eastern Scalefish and Shark Fishery
- North West Slope Trawl Fishery
- Western Deepwater Trawl Fishery
What the direction specifies
The direction sets out which system types are type-approved for each of the six fisheries listed above. The source does not specify the exact approved system models or brands.
Key actions
- Licence holders in any of the six named Commonwealth fisheries can read the full direction at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00879 to confirm which e-monitoring system types are approved for their fishery.
- Licence holders can check whether the e-monitoring system currently in use or planned for purchase is listed as a type-approved system under this direction for their specific fishery.
- The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry can be contacted where there is uncertainty about whether equipment meets the requirements - the source does not provide a direct contact number or email.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.