Adam Chapman

Adam Chapman is the Commercial representative of the IFAC.

He has over 30 years’ experience in the fields of Aquaculture, Commercial Fisheries and Environmental Management.

Passionate about sustainability, Adam would like to see improved outcomes for native freshwater species with a clear focus to increase native fish habitat and populations. Native Species such as Estuary Perch, Pygmy Perch and Galaxias require protection from introduced species and this is one of Adam’s clear concerns.

As the commercial representative there will be a clear purpose to bring the small Tasmanian Eel industry to the forefront of fisheries management with a goal to see the fishery expand in the future.

Adam has fished widely throughout Australia and Overseas with a clear passion for surf fishing and chasing Mulloway on mainland Australia and a love for Salmonid species wherever they reside.

Adam is currently the Kingborough Anglers STLAA representative and the Environmental Manager (Freshwater) at Huon Aquaculture.

Andy Taylor

Andy Taylor is an Environmental Scientist with Hydro Tasmania and the conservation of freshwater ecosystems representative on the Inland Fisheries Advisory Council. With a background in fisheries biology and over two decades of experience in aquatic ecology, water quality and catchment management, Andy has worked extensively on the protection and management of Tasmania's freshwater environments. An avid fly fisher who enjoys exploring Tasmania's rivers and lakes, he is committed to promoting healthy aquatic ecosystems and sustainable fisheries for the benefit of future generations.

Dr Liza Fallon

Dr Liza Fallon is the Chair of IFAC, having first been appointed in 2015 as the conservation of freshwater ecosystems representative.

She has extensive experience in natural resource management and in developing and leading environmental and land use planning policies, programs and critical projects at the state, national and international levels.

Liza holds a doctorate in international governance and Southern Ocean fisheries management, was a lead author of the last Tasmanian State of the Environment Report, and has worked in various planning adviser roles and as a hydrographer assessing the condition of Tasmania’s rivers.

Having worked in the Tasmanian State Service since 2006, Liza is currently the Manager of the Environment and Development Approvals Unit at the Department of State Growth.

Fiona Dewar

Fiona Dewar represents tourism, being involved in various roles in trout fishing and tourism industry related organisations for over 20 years.

Fiona is the co-owner of Trout Territory Fishing Tours, from 2000; Tourism and Events Officer for the Northern Midlands Council, from 2005; Secretary/Management Group/Advisor for the Heritage Highway Tourism Region Association, from 2005; Social Media Coordinator for Anglers Alliance Tasmania, from 2022; Secretary of the Tasmanian Trout Expo for seven years; Membership Officer of Trout Guides and Lodges Tasmania for 20 years.

Fiona’s interest is a focus on the wellbeing of the Tasmanian freshwater fishery, and fishing tourism growth and sustainability into the future.

Howard Jones

Based on the east coast, Howard is an enthusiastic angler for all species, in both fresh and salt water. First chasing for trout here in the 70’s, fishing the streams, lakes and lagoons of the northeast and waters across Tasmania has become an enduring passion (a near 50 year obsession!).

Howard is a long serving secretary of the Break O’Day Sports Fishing Club and represents Anglers Alliance Tasmania to advocate for anglers throughout the state. His fundamental motivation is the care and protection of our inland waters. Howard became involved in AAT and now IFAC having witnessed the decline in favourite and famed rivers in the northeast.

Migrating from the UK industrial northwest as a teenager, restricted to fishing polluted canals for “coarse fish” or having to pay exorbitant fees to travel and fish for “gamefish” read trout, Howard is acutely aware of the unique opportunities we share in Tasmania to fish so freely in myriad waters in often pristine environments.

Whole of state licensing with affordable fees and the Angler Access Programme are outstanding local examples of more democratic fishery management rarely seen outside Tasmania.

Howard believes greater involvement of anglers in the stewardship of our waters and the decision making around fishery management is key to the continuance of the outstanding fishing experiences we have been fortunate to share, yet sometimes take for granted.

Andrew Reed

Andrew Reed represents the southern area of Tasmania. Andrew grew up in Tasmania enjoying camping, fishing, bushwalking and sailing. Andrew’s introduction to trout fishing was in the mid-1980s and since then it has become an important part of his life.

Andrew learned to cast a fly at Penstock Lagoon and has fished most highland lakes and many of the State’s rivers. Andrew has some experience of competition fly fishing by being a Sector Controller in the 2015 Commonwealth Championships and on the Organising Committee for the World Fly Fishing Championships in 2019 as Controller Coordinator. This gave him an appreciation of the running of these large events.

Having recently retired from a long career, Anderw plans to spend more time fishing. He has been a member of the Tasmanian Fly Tyers Club for nine years. Serving on the Committee as general member, Vice President and four years as President. He has a keen interest in ‘Trout Politics’, including the management of the IFS, Hydro Tasmania, Angler Access and fresh water resources.
The mental health benefits of angling should be recognised and Andrew has personal experience over the years. Andrew firmly believes that increasing participation and access to this valuable past time needs to be encouraged.

Julianne Stevens

Julianne Stevens started her working life in the banking industry, had a gap with raising children, and then worked in retail and interior design.

In 1996 Julianne and her husband Mike formed Stevens Publishing Pty Ltd, which started the fishing magazine, Tasmanian Fishing and Boating News and have produced over 140 editions since. It is the only Tasmanian specific fishing magazine. It is also available electronically.

Stevens Publishing has also published many books – mostly fishing, but other general books as well. They have published books by David Scholes, Noel Jetson, Jim Findlay, Roy Dean, Donald Boden, Ian Pullar and many others. Rare and collectable books have been republished as well.

Julianne and Mike bought Essential Flyfisher in 2016 and she works full time in the business. Essential Flyfisher was established in 2000 in Launceston and is considered by many as one of the best fly fishing shops in the world. It is visited by a diverse range of anglers from locals to interstate and international. During the World Flyfishing Championships in 2019 it was a hub of activity and meeting place for 25 international teams. Julianne fishes several times a week and loves stream fishing best. She is actively involved in Girls Gone Flyfishing and supports women in fishing.

Julianne is Chair of The Lions Club, City of Launceston and has held this position for the past two years.

Julie Butler

Julie Butler was born in north-west Tasmania and learnt to fish with her father in the creeks and rivers of Tasmania’s west coast. Rivers and creeks remain her favourite places to fish, reflecting a lifelong connection to the state’s inland waters.

Julie holds a teaching degree from the University of Tasmania and began her career teaching in the TAFE system before moving into disability advocacy. She is passionate about promoting inclusive communities that recognise and cater for the diverse needs of all citizens.

As a parent, Julie has also shared her love of fishing with her three sons, now young men and avid anglers themselves. She values the way fishing can connect families across generations and create lasting participation in the sport.

Julie was a member of the first and second Australian ladies fly fishing teams, representing Australia in Norway and British Columbia, and also competed in the Commonwealth Fly Fishing Championships in Scotland. She has used this experience to become an instructor at the Bronte Fly Fishing School, with a particular focus on supporting women entering the sport.

A member of several angling clubs and Secretary of the Devonport Fly Fishing Club, Julie brings to the Inland Fisheries Advisory Council a strong interest in maintaining a healthy, sustainable trout fishery and expanding opportunities for participation across the whole community.