We are very concerned with the very broad definitions in this document which states that any introduced species is in effect an invasive species. There are many introduced species in Australia that are highly prized by recreational fishers Brown Trout and Rainbow trout being two that readily come to mind. We would like to see a degree of protection offered to some of the desirable introduced species to ensure that the value that they add to the Australian Recreational fishing experience is recognised and accepted. We wiuld suggest that a list be established with desirable introduced species that will be maintained in the environment.

We trust that there will be a representative of both the recreational fishing community and the recreational hunting community on any committee that is to examine these isues..