Inland Fisheries Service News

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A brown trout
May 2, 2017

The brown trout waters are closed

On Sunday 30 April most of waters around the state closed for the brown trout spawning runs. This marks the end of another fantastic fishing season. It is time now for us to let nature run its course. The fish breeding season provides us with a new group of fish to catch for years to...

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Western Lakes Wilderness Fishery Anglers Access brochure cover
May 2, 2017

Western Lakes Anglers Access brochure updated

We have updated the Western Lakes Anglers Access brochure. The main change is the Parks and Wildlife contact for track information: Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service, Great Western Tiers Field Centre, phone 67012104 There are a few small amendments to the map. The updated Westerns Lake Wilderness Fishery Anglers Access brochure can be found on...

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Huntsman Lake boat ramp
May 2, 2017

Huntsman Lake boat ramp reopened

The lake level at Huntsman Lake has risen enough for the boat ramp to be reopened. Anglers are advised to launch with caution. Huntsman Lake is open to angling all year round. The mouths of inflowing streams and the Meander River should offer some good fishing. For more information, have a look at the Anglers...

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Bronte Lagoon navigation light
May 1, 2017

Please support inland boating projects.

The Inland Fisheries Service wants interested anglers to attend Recreational Boating Fund (RBF) public meetings to support inland waters projects. The meetings are held by Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) to gauge public support for RBF projects. This year we have submitted three applications: Lake Rowallan boat ramp upgrade- to improve access for anglers. Navigation...

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There is still some good fishing available over winter
April 27, 2017

Lots of opportunities remain as brown trout season winds up.

On Sunday 30 April the brown trout season will close and the weather this weekend is looking good for fishing. Although a lot of waters will close there will be lots of places you can still go and catch a fish. Designated rainbow trout waters remain open until 28 May. These included Dee Lagoon, Junction...