Fishing groups get funding for events

THREE Territory not-forprofit fishing organisations have received funding from the NT Government to hold community fishing events.

The Amateur Fishermen’s Association NT will hold the Gone Fishing Day today at Darwin Waterfront, the Darwin Game Fishing Club will run a Junior Fun Day and Clinic and the Palmerston Game Fishing Club will hold a Junior Angler Clinic and Buddy Boats Day.

The funding comes from the Recreational Fishing Grants program, and can be used for a range of projects, including fish habitat restoration and the installation of amenities such as fishing shelters, fish cleaning facilities and fishing platforms.

Eligible organisations applied for small grants up to $15,000, or large grants up to $100,000. Applications were assessed by a committee that included representatives from the Recreational Fishing Advisory Committee, which advises the NT Government.