Public consultation is now open for proposed changes to Spanish mackerel catch limits.
It has put forward a proposal to increase the recreational boat catch limit from two fish per boat to four.
While the annual commercial limit could increase from 165 tonnes to 250, in addition to setting a biomass target of 48 percent.
A government study found the population had increased 34 per cent since 20-21.
The Member for Burnett, Stephen Bennett, said the changes would be good news for the sector.
“This latest stock assessment means we can see more of one of Queensland’s most iconic fish back on the plates of fishers and seafood lovers,” Mr Bennett said.
“This is a step in the right direction to get the balance right between protecting our fish stocks and still being able to drop a line in and jag this awesome fish.”
Consultation ends at 5pm Wednesday October 8.
