The Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) would like to congratulate Dr Liza Fallon, who has been reappointed to the role of Inland Fisheries Advisory Council (IFAC) Chairperson for a further two-year term (commencing on 10 March 2025).

This follows the public expression of interest process that commenced late last year.

Dr Fallon brings a wealth of experience to the role, having first been appointed to IFAC in 2015 as the conservation of freshwater ecosystems representative.  Dr Fallon has served as Chairperson on IFAC since 15 December 2023.

IFAC was formally established in 2000 under the Inland Fisheries Act 1995.

Its principal role is to advise the Minister on inland fisheries issues, provide a forum for consultation, promote understanding and acceptance of the functions of the Director of Inland Fisheries, encourage community support for fisheries management activities and review management plans for inland fisheries.