WA Labor supporting more people with a disability to enjoy fishing

A re-elected Cook Labor Government will commit an additional $50,000 to Fishability each year, boosting its annual funding to $250,000.
  • Re-elected WA Labor to increase Fishability funding by $50,000 per year to $250,000
  • Funding will allow further expansion of programs into key locations in the regions
  • Reinforces WA Labor’s commitment to building a more inclusive community

A re-elected Cook Labor Government will commit an additional $50,000 to Fishability each year, boosting its annual funding to $250,000.

The increase in funding will allow for further expansion of Fishability programs into key locations in the regions, with the Pilbara the priority.

For over 20 years, Fishability has been providing accessible fishing opportunities for children and adults that require support to experience and enjoy fishing.

Operating in Perth, Albany, Bunbury, Busselton, Waroona, Geraldton and Mandurah, the charity coordinates free land and boat-based fishing experiences for various groups of people with disabilities.

The announcement further reflects WA Labor’s efforts to building a more inclusive Western Australia and empowering people with a disability to participate meaningfully in the community.

Comments attributed to Disability Services Minister Don Punch:

“Recreational fishing is an incredibly popular pastime and should be able to be enjoyed by all Western Australians."

“This expansion for Fishability’s funding builds on WA Labor's commitment right across the State to support more people with disabilities to participate meaningfully in our community and be able to enjoy popular hobbies like fishing."

“Importantly, it also reflects WA Labor's ongoing efforts to creating more inclusive communities and removing barriers for people with a disability.”

Comments attributed to Pilbara MLA Kevin Michel:

“This is a fantastic result for our local community and will provide huge benefits for local children and adults with a disability, supporting them to enjoy our great outdoors."

“Everyone has the right to live meaningful, connected lives free from barriers, and this commitment is just another way WA Labor is helping to build a more inclusive community.”

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