The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) has begun an exciting new partnership with the Northern Land Council's Malak Malak Rangers, and Charles.
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A Malak Malak Ranger working in the Daly River region has become the first female Ranger to receive a Fisheries Inspector card in the Territory.
Theresa Lemon participated in Certificate III Fisheries Compliance training over 12 months, which included learning and applying skills on country.
The training was carried out by Fisheries NT to support Aboriginal Sea Rangers with additional powers to protect country.
Fisheries Inspectors are appointed to assist in fishery conservation, management and enforcement. They monitor and investigate fishing activity, equipment and suspected illegal activity.
She will also prepare evidence for Police on matters that may require enforcement, and provide fisheries educational material to local fisherman and the community.