• NSP:296 How about we leave the state’s fishery and marine parks unprotected? | Christine Watterson

  • Apr 23 2025
  • Length: 55 mins
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NSP:296 How about we leave the state’s fishery and marine parks unprotected? | Christine Watterson

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  • Interview with Christine Watterson Todays interview is with Christine Watterson, former Victoria Fisheries officer and frothing spearo! In this episode of the Noob Spearo podcast, we have an in-depth discussion with former Victoria Fisheries Officer Christine Watterson about the alarming proposed cuts to the fisheries offices in Victoria. The cuts would severely impact fisheries management, leaving marine life vulnerable to illegal fishing. Shrek and Christine explore the implications for recreational and commercial fishers, discuss notorious illegal fishing busts, and share the importance of community action. Christine also opens up about her transition from compliance to maritime industry, and her passion for spearfishing and marine art. Important times 00:00 Intro02:46 Welcome Christine Watterson05:21 Christine's Experience as a Fisheries Officer12:10 Impact of Fisheries Cuts and Illegal Fishing25:54 Petitions and Public Response28:36 Memorable Poaching Busts32:27 Disregard for Authority in Fishing32:59 Call to Action: Petition and Political Engagement33:58 Email template for your local MP35:23 Funny Spearfishing Stories37:30 Challenges of Landing Big Fish in Victoria41:32 Bad Visibility in Spearfishing43:18 Proud Spearfishing Moments45:23 Christine's Marine Art Journey48:24 Outro Listen in and subscribe on iOS or Android https://link.chtbl.com/Download_This_Episode Important Links Letter for your local MP@christine_watterson on IG@wattersonartistry Grab a hardcover copy of 99 Spearo RecipesNoob Spearo Facebook CommunityNoob Spearo InstagramNoob Spearo YouTube Channel Noob Spearo Partners and Discount Codes SpearReady | Get Spear Ready and make the most of your next spearfishing trip! 50 days to better spearfishing!Astard Pole Spears | Use the code NOOBSPEARO to get FREE SHIPPINGAdreno Spearfishing – Buy your spearfishing equipment here. Use the code NOOBSPEARO save $20 on every purchase over $200 at checkout – Flat shipping rate, especially in AUS!Neptonics Spearfishing and Freediving – Use the code NOOB10 to save 10% off anything store-wide. Free Shipping on USA orders over $99KillShot Spearguns | Simple, Effective, Dependable Wooden Spearguns. Use the Code NOOB to save $30 on any speargun:)Aqualyte Hydration | 10% off for listeners with code: NOOBSPEARONoob Spearo MAD GEAR | ‘Spearo Dad’ | ‘Jobfish Tribute’ | 99 Spearo Recipes Immersion Online freediving classes | 28-day Freediving Transformation | Equalization Masterclass – Roadmap to FrenzelHow To Freedive | The 5 minute Freediver | Break the 10 Meter Barrier – Use the code NOOBSPEARO to saveAudible.com Get a free audiobook along with a 30-day trial here. Listen to 99 Tips to Get Better at SpearfishingOld Man Blue | Wickedly tough and well thought out gear! Check out the legendary SeaSac HERE HohnkeOutdoors.com - 20% off with code NOOBSPEAROKamokapearls.com use the code NOOB15
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