Overview
An amendment to the Torres Strait Prawn Fishery Management Plan 2009 has been registered and is now in force as of 14 October 2026. The amendment is titled the Torres Strait Prawn Fishery Management Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Plan 2026.
Legal Basis
The amendment is made under the Torres Strait Fisheries Act 1984 and is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.
What the Amendment Contains
Schedule 1 of the instrument contains amendments to the existing Torres Strait Prawn Fishery Management Plan 2009. The source text does not detail the specific content of these amendments.
Scope
This applies specifically to operators in the Torres Strait prawn fishery, not general Australian small businesses.
Key Actions
- Operators in the Torres Strait prawn fishery can view the full legislation text and explanatory statement at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01386 to understand the specific changes.
- Operators needing clarification on how this amendment affects their fishing operations can contact the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry directly, as the source does not specify contact details.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.