This project investigated the efficiency of using different pot designs to increase the profitability of the Western Rocklobster fishery. The motivation for this study was a more efficient pot would reduce the number of pot hauls, and that this in turn would increase profitability of the fishery by...
The project commenced in November 2020, when the Western Rock Lobster Council (WRL) engaged Australian Venture Consultants (AVC) to examine the strategic case for a research network and prepare a business case for a proposed Western Rock Lobster Research Network.
WRL engaged with many stakeholders,...
This report outlines work completed by the Western Rock Lobster (WRL) Council. Data has been gathered from a number of sources (across several general categories of market information (e.g. production, trade, prices, economic activity) to create a comprehensive and continuously updated...
This report encapsulates the achievements and outcomes of the Western Rock Lobster Council's (WRL) Communication, Education, and Engagement Program (Project 2022-063), which aimed to enhance community understanding, trust, and acceptance of the Western Rock Lobster industry. Through innovative...