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Inland Fisheries Service - Managing trout fishing in Tasmania
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Producing Wild Triploid Trout
The Service recently purchased a hydrostatic pressure chamber from France for use in its hatchery in order to produce triploid trout. These fish are sterile, making them preferrable for stocking in certain waters and for particular purposes. The triploiding vessel is being trialled in preparation for the treatment of wild rainbow trout eggs during the coming spawning period.
Read More...Rules for Anglers’ Access in Tasmania
What are your rights as an angler to access water on private property? The answer may vary depending on the landholder and the complexities of land tenure, particularly along rivers. There is the traditional view that water and fish are public property which may conflict with the historic strength of trespassing laws in the State. The general principle promoted by the Service is that ‘access is a privilege not a right’. You should always have permission from the landholder and when in doubt, you should always ask first! The following information provides some background on why this principle is a good idea and the general rules regarding angler access.
Read More...Opening Weekend Angler Compliance
The Inland Fisheries Service conducted five separate patrols on the Opening Weekend of the 2010-11 Angling Season, which fell this year on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 August. The reports indicate a relatively high rate of compliance by anglers as well as satisfaction regarding the fishing experience despite the cold weather around the State.
Read More...Access Alerts for the Start of the Season
Gunns Marsh Road (Jonah Bay, Arthurs Lake) is now open, the boom gate at Huntsman Lake will be open from 6.00am to 5.00pm from Saturday 7 August and Lake Sorell is closed to fishing and boating this season.
Read More...Suggestions for Early Season Waters
Many anglers are preparing for the opening of the new angling season on Saturday 7 August and it's shaping up to be another good one with the fishery in excellent health as a result of last year’s drought breaking rains. There are many great fishing locations around the State from which to choose for the opening weekend and early season fishing but here are a few suggestions.
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