The Fishing Party welcomes $15 million extension to rec fishing grants programme
The Fishing Party’s candidate in Bonner, Shane Boese, today welcomed the announcement by Coalition Government Fishing Minister, Eric Abetz, that the Recreational Fishing Community Grants programme would be extended by three years, with funding of $15 million.
Mr Boese attended this morning’s announcement at Raby Bay Marina to personally thank the Minister for his commitment.
“Credit where credit is due,” Mr Boese said.
“This announcement will mean more boat ramps, more stocking programmes, improved access to waterways, better fish cleaning facilities, and more safety equipment for recreational fishermen. The Fishing Party fully endorses this Coalition policy.
“Grants of up to $100,000 will be made available under the programme to fishing clubs and community groups for all kinds of sensible projects to make recreational fishing better and more accessible all around Australia.
“The next round would be called within three months of the election if the Liberal/National Coalition is re-elected.
“This grants programme and other commitments to recreational fishers confirms that the decision of the Fishing Party to preference the Coalition in the Queensland Senate race is the right decision.
“The Fishing Party and I will continue to pressure the major political parties to take notice and increase even further their commitment to recreational fishermen,” Mr Boese said.
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Contact : Shane Boese – 0409 343 515