The West Coast Rock Lobster Fishery (WCRLMF) operates along the coast of Western Australia and has held Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification since 2000, being the first fishery globally to achieve this standard. This certification has been successfully renewed in 2006, 2012, 2017, and 2022.

The document below provides a detailed update for the MSC’s annual audits and the latest stock assessment, which is crucial for setting the Total Allowable Catch (TAC) of the Western Rock Lobster resource. It includes an in-depth analysis of the resource, ecological factors affecting the fishery in the 2023 season, and projections for upcoming seasons.

Access the full report for a comprehensive overview of the fishery’s health and sustainability efforts.