Welcome to the Australian Land-Based Anglers Association
At ALBAA we neither endorse nor oppose any other fisher groups, don’t wish to be exclusive in any of our endeavours or claim to represent anyone other than ourselves, adhere to a code that gives a consensual representation of club members in all our affairs and are actively engaged in the environmental stewardship that is a pre requisite for "continued and sustainable enjoyment" of the areas in which we fish.
While ALBAA provides all of the basic functions of a traditional fisherman's club we see no conflict in an angler belonging to their parent club and ALBAA, the difference is in our objectives.
ALBAA provides a forum for those interested people to take some of their thoughts out of the shed and share them with a group of like minded and motivated individuals. The Association has been set up in such a way that it is easy to build a team and get things done!
Above all at ALBAA we fish, so dust off your rods!
Jervis Bay Marine Park Submission
The zoning plan for Jervis Bay Marine Park (JBMP) is currently under review after five years of operation. Under this review process, ALBAA submitted a 30 page document to the JBMP Authority that is consistent with the Association’s core objectives. The submission highlighted Land Based Game (LBG) Anglers rights to maintain and protect the cultural and historical significance of their recreational activity within the JBMP, in a safe and sustainable manner. Read more... |
Lower Hunter Environmental Action Catherine Hill Bay
On the 28th of June 2008 the Australian Land Based Anglers Association held another ‘Ledge Care’ event, as a combined effort between its Central Coast and Lower Hunter teams. This Clean up event was staged with the support of Lake Macquarie City Council and Clean Up Australia. The focus of this action was the prominent rock ledge at the southern point of Catherine Hill Bay. Read more... |
Darwin Jetty GT’s!
While the NSW scene is slowing down the NT is starting to fire. Member Blue13 hooked the fish off the bottom and in close vicinity to pylons, where in true GT fashion it was determined to stay. After a few minutes the fish, still very green, succumbed under 7kgs of drag pressure and landed by a brilliant gaff shot (Thanks Sizie). Caught on a Dakau 11’ Longtail, "the rod has a great curve loaded up and the length helped keep the fish away from the pylons. Although the fish was straight down, the rod felt comfortable and easy to control even with the high drag setting". Product testing NT style! Read more short fishing stories... |
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ALBAA Objectives
Our objectives are not just a prerequisite to form a club but are representative of the ideals we commit to as individuals and as a club
"These core values are what unite us."
a. To work together with relevant Government agencies so that access to Land Based Game fishing locations can be maintained for the quiet enjoyment of fishers throughout Australia
b. To foster and demonstrate an environmental conscience throughout Australia by adhering to a self-imposed code of conduct as well as the laws and regulations in each Australian state.
c. To facilitate the accreditation of Land Based Anglers Australia wide.
d. To mentor the young and less experienced to adopt the policies set down by the association for responsible, safe and ecologically sustainable fishing.
e. To recognise and respect the management authorities and traditional owners of the land, oceans and living resources in which fishers interact.
f. To provide ongoing support to environmental actions taken on a volunteer basis within the club.
g. To remain an impartial recreational fishery stakeholder group and agree to present fair, just and representative opinions of club members in order to achieve the above objectives. Our priorities are to be of service to all stakeholders in which we share common resources.
h. To promote safe and sustainable land based fishing within all state and commonwealth controlled lands.
Note: Where 'stakeholders' are defined as 'denoting a type of organisation or system in which all the members or participants are seen as having an interest in its success'.
Land-Based Angling
Northern Blues
Wrapping up the North Coast LBG season
Mid Coast Baptism
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