FREE RESOURCES

Whether a concerned local, a passionate fisher, or part of the media — this fight is shared.

This collection of free, ready-to-use resources is designed to support efforts to speak out, raise awareness, and defend Victoria’s fisheries.

From printable flyers and social media tiles to fact sheets and key messages, every tool is available to help amplify public concern.

  • Share on social media

  • Hand out at local clubs or events

  • Write to local MPs

  • Inform the wider community

Download. Share. Take action.

SOCIAL MEDIA MATERIAL 

STORIES

(Instagram & Facebook)

Collage of environmental petition flyers focusing on coastal conservation, featuring ocean and shoreline images. Text urges signing a petition to protect coastlines from government decisions impacting ecosystems, highlighting environmental and economic issues.

FAREWELL TO OUR COASTLINES
4 Slide Stories

These four slides include:

  • An introduction slide with space for a website link or another engagement option

  • A dedicated ‘Sign the petition’ page

  • The impacts of the proposal

  • Clear call-to-action steps

To download, simply select the slides you need and click the corresponding button.
They’ll open in a new tab, ready to save or screenshot.

NAVY BLUE
3 Slide Stories

Poster advocating for fishery protection featuring a person using binoculars on a boat and text like "Protect Our Fisheries, Protect Our Future" and "The Facts."

These three slides include:

  • An introduction slide with space for a website or petition link

  • Key facts about the proposal

  • Clear call-to-action steps

To download, simply select the slides you need and click the corresponding button.
They’ll open in a new tab, ready to save or screenshot.

SPEECHLESS?
UNDERSTANDABLE.


HERE ARE SOME KEY POINTS TO HELP WITH CAPTIONS 💡

27 Fisheries Officers CUT – Reduced enforcement means more illegal fishing. #SaveVicFisheries

5 Enforcement Stations CLOSING – Less oversight across key areas.

Fisheries Officers shifted to Education – No longer able to enforce the law effectively. #SaveVicFisheries

Impact on Economy & Environment – Victoria’s fisheries contribute millions, and without protection, stocks will decline.

Call to Action: Sign the petition, contact MPs, engage on social media, and connect with angling clubs using #SaveVicFisheries.

Victoria’s Fisheries Are Under Threat! Enforcement is being slashed, putting our fish stocks and marine life at risk.#SaveVicFisheries

Fewer Officers, More Illegal Fishing – With 27 Fisheries Officers cut and 5 enforcement stations closing, poachers will take advantage.

Protect Our Local Economy – Fisheries contribute millions to Victoria’s economy. Without enforcement, sustainability is at risk.

Education Alone Won’t Stop Poaching – Officers are being shifted from enforcement to education. But education won’t stop illegal fishing in real-time. #SaveVicFisheries

This Affects Everyone – Whether you fish, eat seafood, or care about the environment, this issue impacts you! #SaveVicFisheries

We Need Action NOW – Tell your MP to reverse these cuts. Sign the petition and share your voice! #SaveVicFisheries

Three people in life jackets clinging to an overturned boat in the sea.

PRINTABLE RESOURCES

FLYERS

These two flyers include QR codes for this website and the Parliament of Victoria petition.

The darker flyer is best suited for inkjet or professional printing, as it’s heavy on ink consumption.

The lighter flyer can be printed on most printers or in black & white.

Infographic urging protection of fisheries officers, stating their abolition leads to poaching and fewer fish, features fish illustrations and QR codes for a petition and information.
Poster advocating protection of fisheries officers in Victoria, highlighting potential negative impacts of their abolition on aquatic life and fish populations, with QR codes for petition and more information, featuring fish illustrations.

tri-fold

This tri-fold brochure includes both an inner and outer side.

Be sure to save both files as a PDF and print them double-sided for correct alignment.

Advocacy poster highlighting the importance of fisheries officers in preventing poaching and preserving fish populations. It includes statistics on fishing license fees, prosecution leadership by fisheries officers, non-compliance in marine park inspections, and the lack of response to reported offenses due to low officer numbers. Features a background image of a marine animal and a QR code for more information. The message emphasizes the need to protect fisheries officers and safeguard marine resources.
Informational flyer titled "Who Will Protect Our Waters?" discussing proposed changes in Victoria's fisheries management. It mentions the reduction of Fisheries Officer positions from 73 to 36, impacting aquatic environment protection. Includes actions like signing a petition, posting on social media, and contacting MPs. Features photos of seized fisheries items and links to resources.