Inland Fisheries Service News
Salmon Ponds closed due to high winds (2nd January 2014)
The Director of Inland Fisheries Service, John Diggle, has closed the Salmon Ponds at Plenty today (2/1/2014) due to high winds and falling trees on the grounds. The adjacent restaurant will remain open but the grounds are closed due to the public safety risk posed by the current conditions. The IFS apologises for the inconvenience...
Arthurs Lake baseline survey 2013
During late September 2013 the IFS conducted a survey of Arthurs Lake's brown trout population. This survey will provide the baseline against which future management activities will be assessed. A technical report on this survey is now available here.
Preliminary trials testing the feasibility of long lines as a method to assist in carp eradication
European carp (Cyprinus carpio) were targeted in suburban Melbourne lakes using rod and line, as a preliminary test for determining the most effective hook type, size, and bait for catching carp using a long line. This study was conducted as an honours project for the Australian Maritime College (AMC). The long lines will be trailed...
Hydro Tasmania warning to anglers at Arthurs Lake
Hydro Tasmania and Marine and Safety Tasmania urge anglers to exercise caution at Arthurs Lake due to high water levels. Levels in Arthurs Lake are significantly higher than usual, which means power lines are closer than they would normally be to the surface of the water. Powerlines that cross the boat ramp at Pump House...
Dee Lagoon Spillway Bay boat ramp maintenance
Maintenance work has commenced on the Spillway Bay boat ramp at Dee Lagoon. Funded by Marine and Safety Tasmania and authorised by Hydro Tasmania the work includes removal of submerged logs from the vicinity of the boat ramps, installation of foot wire on the timber landing and an increased parking and turning area. Works should...
