Inland Fisheries Service News
Predicted high flows - Derwent Catchment
With the high rainfall Hydro Tasmania are expecting large flows and spill at some locations in the upper and lower Derwent from Sunday and into next week, as well as down the King River and in the Mersey Forth. Please remain cautious near major waterways and lakes including the King River, and to not recreate...
Rainbow trout spawning run kicks off!
The annual rainbow trout spawning run at Liawenee has commenced with good numbers of well-conditioned fish entering our spawning trap this week. The IFS has started moving fish into our dedicated spawning channels so they can start producing the next generation of wild rainbow trout for yingina / Great Lake. The spawning channels provide improved...
South Riana Lake - parking stop barrier installed
This week the Inland Fisheries Service installed a parking stop barrier at South Riana Lake to help ensure clear access for anglers in wheelchairs or those with kayak trolleys.
Delivering a win for anglers and the environment
A new MoU between forestry sector participants and the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) will provide improved fishing opportunities for our inland anglers whilst rehabilitating vital river ecosystems. Under the new partnership between the IFS, Lenah Estate and SFM, a 40 metre wide streamside reserve on plantations owned by Lenah Estate on the Tyenna and...
Lake Mikany boat ramp open
Recent rainfall has allowed the Lake Mikany boat ramp to be opened. Lake Mikany is a renowned early season water that fishes well with all methods. Electric motors only are permitted to be used at Lake Mikany.
