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The
Houtman Abrolhos Islands, named so in the 16th century, lie 64 km
of the coast of Geraldton and are used as a base for rock lobster
fishing. Visitors are not permitted to camp on the islands, due to
the high natural and conservational value of the place. For more information
on the Islands please see Abrolhos
Islands Visitor's Guide. This
part of the site is devoted to Mike and Kath Davidson and Garry and
Loraine Augustson, who made our trip to North Island possible.
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The
western rock lobster fishing is a multi-million dollar industry in
Western Australia. For full information regarding commercial and recreational
rock lobster fishing please see Fisheries
Department of WA. Commercial fishing on the Islands is allowed
from 15 March to 30 June. During this period fishermen and their families
live on the islands. Thanks to Mark Davidson who took us out on a
jet boat to get an insight into what the fishing is all about. Please
click on the image to enlarge it.
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