A survey by the federal government shows recreational fishing contributed $270 million to the Northern Territory economy in 2018-2019.
Research commissioned by the federal government shows proportionally more NT residents fish than in any other state or territoryThe NT government wants feedback on a draft plan to develop the sectorAt the Buffalo Creek boat ramp on Sunday morning, Tye had big ambitions."It's just relaxing, just away from the busy world I guess, and just time to talk stories and have a relax on the weekend before the work week starts again," his mum Siri said.
Researchers found about one in three people aged over 18 go fishing in the Northern Territory — more than any other state or territory in Australia.The findings came from a widespread survey in 2018, which asked recreational fishers about their fishing habits and spending.
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