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Border Force just intercepted a suspicious foreign fishing vessel off Queensland’s northern tip—no fishing done, but gear and salt on board. Crew taken to Darwin for possible prosecution as community tips helped spot the 30-35 foot boat. This surge in patrols since February reflects rising illegal fishing threats in the Torres Strait, where locals are vital eyes and ears. Authorities are weighing next steps—this year, 14 of 24 seized foreign boats have been destroyed. Bottom line: illegal fishing here means losing your catch, gear, boat—and facing jail time.

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