Commercial fishers right along the NSW coast are voicing their - TopicsExpress



          

Commercial fishers right along the NSW coast are voicing their opposition to proposed state government reforms. Agricultural Minister Katrina Hodgkinson who has championed the reforms argues the changes will make for a more viable industry . However she has extended the time for public submissions . Commercial fishers claim the new scheme would force them to buy more shares on top of those allocated to be able to maintain their present income levels. They argue the active fishers are being penalised while those no longer active are treated equally in the share distribution. The ABCs NSW Country Hour has taken a look at the issue. mobile.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-09/nsw-fishing-review/5437066
Posted on: Sat, 10 May 2014 13:20:57 +0000

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