Inland Fisheries Service News
A great fishing weekend …. for most anglers
Over the past weekend the fishing was fantastic at a number of waters, with quality trout being caught. Standout waters were Woods Lake, Bronte Lagoon, Penstock Lagoon and the Brady’s Chain. One boat at Woods Lake caught and released 36 trout up to 4lb in size! Good tailing trout were also reported from the 19...
With summer almost here please be careful when lighting campfires.
One of the great things about living in Tasmania is that you can easily pack up the family, your camping equipment, fishing gear and jump in the car and go fishing for a few days. As Tasmania moves into the warmer months it’s an opportune time to think about campfire safety. Here are a few...
European carp, Australia’s toughest invasive fish species?
Over the last 20 years the carp management team has worked tirelessly to eliminate carp (Cyprinus carpio) from our inland waters. At times the punishing Tasmanian weather has been just as formidable as the carp. A short article written by IFS’ own Jonah Yick, showcasing the extreme environment in which the carp management team operate...
Inland Fisheries Past Year as Reported
Our annual report was tabled in parliament on the 27th October. Highlights of the year include: • The establishment of a Fisheries Officer in the northwest of the state at Devonport and the filling of a long-term Fisheries Officer vacancy at Liawenee. • A review of potential dam options with a report prepared on how...
Notice to users of Lake Pieman/Reece Dam
Hydrowood underwater logging operations have started in Lake Pieman/Reece Dam and there is an exclusion zone around the operation that is defined with yellow buoys. Recreational boat users can pass through the area after making contact with the barge operator through marine radio or by hand signals. If the harvest barge is not operating then...
