Minister's Recreational Fishing Advisory Council Election

Voting for the MRFAC election has now closed.

Appointments for the 4 positions, including at least 1 member from the South East region will be announced in the coming weeks. Members will be appointed for a 2-year term.


Below is a copy of the original consultation and the (now closed) invitation to vote.

Elections were open until 22 October 2021 for 4 members to the MRFAC with expertise in recreational fishing, including at least one member from the South East.

There were 15 candidates in the election, including 2 candidates from the South East.

South Australian recreational fishers were encouraged to get involved.

Eligible to voters had to:

  • have a working mobile phone number
  • be a resident of South Australia.

Voting closed at 12.00 pm on Friday 22 October 2021.


Below is a copy of the original consultation.

The original engagement below was seeking nominations to fill four vacant positions on the Minister’s Recreational Fishing Advisory Council (MRFAC).

What's being decided?

The Minister's Recreational Fishing Advisory Council (MRFAC) plays a vital role in helping to shape South Australia’s recreational fishing future, representing the interests of fishers and providing advice and feedback to the Government of South Australia in all matters that relate to recreational fishing.

Elections are now being held to add four members to the MRFAC with expertise in recreational fishing, including at least one member from the South East region.

As part of this process, nominations are now open for the election and all South Australian recreational fishers with an interest in the future management of the fishery are encouraged to apply.

What you need to know

  • Fishers interested in one of the four membership positions on the MRFAC should read the Nomination handbook and nominate via the online application form below.
  • At least one South East representative will be elected through this process.
  • Members will be appointed for a two-year term.
  • Members should be prepared to act in the best interests of the fishery as a whole, rather than as an advocate for any particular organisation, interest group or region.
  • No remuneration will be payable for members to attend MRFAC meetings; however, reasonable travel expenses will be considered for regional participants.

Background

The MRFAC is an advisory group that directly engages with the Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development on recreational fishing issues.

It was established in 2018 to ensure the broader views of recreational fishers were represented in a more united way.

Guided by an independent chair, the MRFAC works with the Minister to meet the needs and interests of recreational fishers, and provide feedback and advice on recreational fishing development, initiatives, and policies.

In July 2021, the MRFAC delivered the Recreational Fishing Strategy for South Australia, 2021 to 2024 which focuses on both short and medium-term outcomes for the recreational fishing sector to increase stewardship, sustainability and security.

Find out more about the MRFAC.

What are the next steps?

Following the nomination period, applications will be reviewed by a panel formed by the Minister to ensure candidates meet the selection criteria, and then eligible candidates will be put forward for a public vote.

The MRFAC election will be conducted in two stages: nominations and voting.

Voting for candidates will open in October

After the count has been completed, successful candidates will be notified and the new MRFAC members will be announced.

Voting for the MRFAC election has now closed.

Appointments for the 4 positions, including at least 1 member from the South East region will be announced in the coming weeks. Members will be appointed for a 2-year term.


Below is a copy of the original consultation and the (now closed) invitation to vote.

Elections were open until 22 October 2021 for 4 members to the MRFAC with expertise in recreational fishing, including at least one member from the South East.

There were 15 candidates in the election, including 2 candidates from the South East.

South Australian recreational fishers were encouraged to get involved.

Eligible to voters had to:

  • have a working mobile phone number
  • be a resident of South Australia.

Voting closed at 12.00 pm on Friday 22 October 2021.


Below is a copy of the original consultation.

The original engagement below was seeking nominations to fill four vacant positions on the Minister’s Recreational Fishing Advisory Council (MRFAC).

What's being decided?

The Minister's Recreational Fishing Advisory Council (MRFAC) plays a vital role in helping to shape South Australia’s recreational fishing future, representing the interests of fishers and providing advice and feedback to the Government of South Australia in all matters that relate to recreational fishing.

Elections are now being held to add four members to the MRFAC with expertise in recreational fishing, including at least one member from the South East region.

As part of this process, nominations are now open for the election and all South Australian recreational fishers with an interest in the future management of the fishery are encouraged to apply.

What you need to know

  • Fishers interested in one of the four membership positions on the MRFAC should read the Nomination handbook and nominate via the online application form below.
  • At least one South East representative will be elected through this process.
  • Members will be appointed for a two-year term.
  • Members should be prepared to act in the best interests of the fishery as a whole, rather than as an advocate for any particular organisation, interest group or region.
  • No remuneration will be payable for members to attend MRFAC meetings; however, reasonable travel expenses will be considered for regional participants.

Background

The MRFAC is an advisory group that directly engages with the Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development on recreational fishing issues.

It was established in 2018 to ensure the broader views of recreational fishers were represented in a more united way.

Guided by an independent chair, the MRFAC works with the Minister to meet the needs and interests of recreational fishers, and provide feedback and advice on recreational fishing development, initiatives, and policies.

In July 2021, the MRFAC delivered the Recreational Fishing Strategy for South Australia, 2021 to 2024 which focuses on both short and medium-term outcomes for the recreational fishing sector to increase stewardship, sustainability and security.

Find out more about the MRFAC.

What are the next steps?

Following the nomination period, applications will be reviewed by a panel formed by the Minister to ensure candidates meet the selection criteria, and then eligible candidates will be put forward for a public vote.

The MRFAC election will be conducted in two stages: nominations and voting.

Voting for candidates will open in October

After the count has been completed, successful candidates will be notified and the new MRFAC members will be announced.

  • Election now open

    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    Elections are now being held for 4 members to the MRFAC with expertise in recreational fishing, including at least one member from the South East.

    There are 15 candidates in the election, including 2 candidates from the South East.

    Voting is now open and all South Australian recreational fishers are encouraged to get involved.

    To be eligible to vote, you must:

    • have a working mobile phone number
    • be a resident of South Australia.

    Voting closes at 12.00 pm on Friday 22 October 2021.