don't fish illegally in australian waters

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INDONESIA

AUSTRALIA

You risk itYour family pays

When you're caught or don't return, the burden falls on those closest to you, they're left alone to face the consequences.

Australian Border Force officer escorting a detained fisherman wearing a mask and casual clothing

No RescueNo Return

Severe storms, unpredictable seas and an increasing crocodile population make Australian waters deadly. And when things go wrong, you are too far from help.

Northern Australia has the highest density of saltwater crocodiles in the world.

Can't workCan't provide

One wrong step at sea can leave you injured, unable to work, and with no way to provide for your family. You risk your life and your children's future.

Man standing on one leg, showing the other leg that had been bitten off in a crocodile attack

No catchNo money

Lose your boat, gear and catch – you return with debt, not profit. Every journey into Australian waters risks leaving your family worse off than before.

Maritime officers on a rigid inflatable boat capturing an illegal Indonesian fishing boat with several crew members onboard

More Joint patrolsMore arrests

Australia and Indonesia have increased joint patrol operations, tightened surveillance, and stepped-up arrests. You will be caught, and you will pay the price.

Aerial view of the Australian coastline from a helicopter cockpit.

Indonesian maritime patrol ship at sea accompanied by several fast patrol boats, conducting a joint operation with Australia

Large patrol vessel intercepting a small fishing boat in open ocean waters