Gone Fishing Day is being held on Sunday 18 October 2026. 

Gone Fishing Day is all about celebrating the joys of fishing and the numerous benefits it brings. Being a ‘licence free’ day it provides an opportunity for those who do not fish regularly to be introduced to the Tasmanian trout fishery.

To celebrate Gone Fishing Day 2026 there are several exciting events happening around Tasmania on Sunday 18 October.

Hydro Tasmania – Cressy Community Trout Expo

Located between number two and number three weirs at Brumby Creek, Cressy, the 2026 Tasmanian Trout Expo once again will bring together anglers, families and outdoor enthusiasts for a lively day of fishing and enjoying the Brumbys Creek area.  The event features:

• Plenty of opportunity to catch a trout
• Free sausage sizzle
• Kid’s giveaways and free entry for all attendees
• Licence free fishing, welcoming newcomers and seasoned fishers alike

Make it a family day and see if you can catch yourself a trout! 

For more information go to Facebook.

Dulverton Anglers

Lake Dulverton, Oatlands (9 am – 3 pm) for fishing, BBQ (gold coin donation) and raffle.

Tagged trout competition with 4 chances to catch a $250 tagged fish!

For more information go to Facebook.

New Norfolk Licenced Anglers Association

Junior angling event – Bushy Park Estate, 10 Acre Lane, Bushy Park (10 am to 3pm) for kids fishing and a BBQ lunch.

For more information go to Facebook.

Please note that the licence free status only applies to the trout fishery and there is a limit of one rod per person. A whitebait licence is still required for whitebait fishing.