In From the Source, we step outside our regular episodes to take an urgent, in-depth look at the issues threatening our food systems. 

Host Lucy Allon speaks with award-winning wild-catch fisherman Anthony Heslewood of Revolution Fisheries about the Western Australian fisheries ban and its far-reaching impact on small-scale fishers, chefs, and the future of Australian locally caught, sustainably sourced fish.

This conversation unpacks rising prices, supply chains, disappearing WA seafood and increased reliance on imports, and why this decision matters to everyone who cares about the provenance of their food.

You’ll also hear how you can support affected fishers, including, if you’re a WA resident, signing a petition to Save WA’s Fisheries, the closing date of which has been extended to 17 February 2026: https://tinyurl.com/Save-WA-Fishers

Episode Highlights:

• The Western Australian Government’s fishing ban has effectively shut down commercial fishing across the West Coast.
• Targeted, low-impact fishing methods could have protected vulnerable species without eliminating entire fisheries, creating a sustainable future for all. 
• Local seafood is already disappearing, driving higher prices and increased reliance on imports.
• Fishers like Revolution Fisheries are being forced to rapidly rethink their future to survive. 

This is an essential listen for chefs, food professionals, policymakers and anyone who cares about truly sustainable systems, transparent supply chains and the future of Australian wild-caught fish.

Subscribe for more interviews with industry leaders and changemakers.

If you’re a WA resident, please sign the WA Government Petition: https://tinyurl.com/Save-WA-Fishers. If you’re elsewhere in Australia, please share the link and urge your WA friends to sign. 

Follow & Connect with Anthony Heslewood, Revolution Fisheries

• https://revolutionfisheries.com
• https://www.instagram.com/revolution_fisheries 

Connect with your hosts:

• Tawnya Bahr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tawnyabahr 
• Lucy Allon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyallon 

Find out more about Straight To The Source: https://straighttothesource.com.au

Follow Straight To The Source Food Podcast: @stts_podcast

Follow Straight To The Source: @straight_to_the_source