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Program: Mixed reactions to WA's new fishing ban

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Strict bans on fishing will take effect from this month as authorities work to recover WA's at-risk demersal fish stocks, including species like dhufish and pink snapper. 

Commercial fishers and merchants are warning that prices will rise as fish becomes scarce.

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The rules will substantially limit commercial and recreational fishing for demersal species like the bald chin groper.

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