New Chair of WAFIC

Dr Ron Edwards has been appointed as Chair of a new look Western Australian Fishing Industry Council (WAFIC) Board by members.
Dr Edwards, a former Labor WA Federal Member of Parliament, joins WAFIC with a wealth of experience having held roles on multiple commercial fishing related and other boards including the Rock Lobster Industry Advisory Committee (RLIAC), the Perth Gold Corporation and the Potato Corporation of Western Australia.
Dr Edwards spoke candidly to WAFIC members and expressed his sincere appreciation in being nominated, acknowledging the role of former WAFIC Chair Kim Chance and recent Chair Katie Hodson-Thomas who he said has played an integral role over the past 13 months.
 
He also mentioned the importance of unity within the seafood industry going forward.
 
“This is a highly dynamic, energetic industry and I look forward to my role working with all the sectors.”