Australia Fishing Equipment Market

Australia Fishing Equipment Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Australia Fishing Equipment Market Size Was Estimated at USD 43.7 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 11.96% from 2025 to 2035
• The Australia Fishing Equipment Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 151.4 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Decisions Advisors & Consulting, The Australia Fishing Equipment Market Size is anticipated to Reach USD 151.4 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 11.96% from 2025 to 2035. The fishing equipment market in Australia is driven by rising recreational fishing participation, more tourism, technological developments in gear, higher disposable incomes, and growing national awareness of sustainable angling methods.

Market Overview

The fishing equipment market represents the variety of manufacturing, distributing, and selling of tools and accessories used in the sport of fishing and in commercial fishing. This category of equipment includes fishing rods, reels, bait, lures, nets, lines, hooks, and high-tech products like fish-finding tools. The market responds to consumer demand, tourism, the increasing aquaculture industry, and regulation and policy relating to sustainable fishing and fishing practices etc. The fishing equipment market can be classified according to the freshwater, saltwater, and sport fishing sectors, and supports a variety of fishing activities. In Australia, the fishing equipment market is on the rise, driven by a culture of recreational angling, ample coastlines, and a burgeoning marine tourism industry. The government is enacting various sustainable fisheries management plans, habitat protection programs, and upgrading recreational fishing facilities, which are all assisting market growth. Developments in technology will drive further demand by producing products smart rods, reels, eco-friendly materials, and sonar fish finders that consumers are demanding. The government also subsidizes local fishing clubs and tourism operators to build on participation in the activity. Additionally, the growth in aquaculture activity is also creating new demand for commercial fishing gear. With rising disposable income, sport fishing facilities or events, and e-commerce, the advantages are broad for manufacturers and retailers in the fishing equipment market.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Australia fishing equipment market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Australia fishing equipment market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition, have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Australia fishing equipment market.

Driving Factors

The fishing equipment market in Australia is driven by a strong recreational fishing culture, with millions of anglers engaging in both coastal and freshwater fishing activities. Supporting the recreational fishing community, various levels of government explore opportunities for sustainable fishing and tourism development, which encourages further investment in premium fishing gear. Continued development of equipment, including smart rods, hard-wearing reels, and fish tracking devices, is part of the experience and creates demand for fishing gear. Additionally, the increase in sport fishing competitions, participants’ disposable income, and the continuing rise of coastal tourism are also growth factors of this market.

Restraining Factors

The fishing equipment market in Australia is mostly constrained by strict restrictions on fishing quotas and protected marine zones, which lessen purchase opportunities for fishing gear. The high cost of premium gear, established environmental concerns regarding plastic-based products, and affordability issues with imported brands continue to limit the potential market growth opportunities. Seasonal fluctuations also have implications for consistent demand and sales.

Market Segmentation

The Australia fishing equipment market share is classified into product and distribution channel.

• The rods segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Australia fishing equipment market is segmented by product type into hooks, lines, sinkers and floats, rods, reels, baits and lures, and others. Among these, the rods segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Due to strong leisure and sport fishing participation, frequent replacement cycles, and growing demand for sophisticated, long-lasting, and lightweight rod technologies appropriate for both freshwater and marine conditions, the rods segment leads the Australian fishing equipment market.

• The offline segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The Australia fishing equipment market is segmented by distribution channel into online and offline. Among these, the offline segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The fishing equipment market in Australia is dominated by the offline segment since anglers prefer to visit physical establishments to evaluate product quality, get professional advice, and buy specialized gear appropriate for local fishing circumstances. Nationwide, retail stores and specialty fishing shops continue to be the main sources of purchases.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Australia fishing equipment market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Jarvis Walker Brands
• Halco Tackle
• Alvey Reels
• Samaki
• Tackle World Australia
• BCF (Boating, Camping, Fishing)
• Wilson Fishing
• Fish?Tec Solutions
• Daiwa Australia
• Fine Tackle Brands Australia
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments:

• In October 2025, South Australia instituted temporary bans on commercial fishing in parts of Gulf St Vincent and adjusted recreational bag limits to safeguard fish stocks. As a result of the new regulations, recreational fishers transitioned to higher-quality rods, reels, and tackle in order to optimize fishing performance for the regulations.
• In August 2025, the Queensland government suggested catch limits for Spanish mackerel would be adjusted upwards, leading to potentially higher demand for rods, reels, and tackle utilized by the serious fishing clientele.
• In June 2025, the Australian Government activates the designation of 30% of national ocean territory as "Highly Protected" by 2030. This will inherently complicate the demand for recreational fishing by highlighting eco-friendly gear options and cause the crowd across the nation to rethink their methods and angling practices.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the Australia, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Decisions Advisors has segmented the Australia fishing equipment market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Australia Fishing Equipment Market, By Product Type

• Hooks
• Lines
• Sinkers and Floats
• Rods
• Reels
• Baits and Lures
• Others

Australia Fishing Equipment Market, By Distribution Channel

• Online
• Offline