Inland Fisheries Service News
Great Lake Tie-In
With the announcement of Tasmania as the host for the 2019 World Fly Fishing Championships, fly tying and fishing clubs of Tasmania present the Great Lake Tie-In (GLTI). Prominent Tasmanian fly tyers from around the state will be demonstrating the “Art of Fly Tying” at the, Miena Community Hall on Saturday 14th October. The event...
July to September Carp report
As carp numbers begin to dwindle in Lake Sorell read the latest carp update
Road maintenance at Four Springs Lake
In response to the popularity of Four Springs Lake since the start of the season the IFS has graded and gravelled the access road. The lake continues to fish well for persistent anglers with the first signs of mayfly hatches occurring during recent mild days. Anglers are reminded that fires are not permitted on the...
Gone Fishing Day
The Inland Fisheries Service is working with Anglers Alliance Tasmania, Sea Fisheries and Australian Recreational Fishing Foundation on the National Gone Fishing Day which will be held on Sunday 15 October 2017. An angling licence will not be required to fish in inland waters in Tasmania so is a great opportunity to grab a friend...
No access to Lake Leake Dam and Spillway
Anglers are reminded that access to the dam wall and spillway at Lake Leake and for 80 meters downstream of the spillway is prohibited for safety reasons. Operators of the dam are concerned that anglers are putting themselves at significant risk of injury and potentially damaging important infrastructure. Please obey all signs and directions of...
