Inland Fisheries Service News
Litter around Hydro Tasmania sites
Regrettably, Hydro Tasmania contractors have reported having to clean up litter from waters through the Brady's chain. Access to this area is a privilege enjoyed by many people, enabled through the goodwill of Hydro Tasmania to allow access to their sites. The actions of a minority of people using the area have the potential to...
Trout Weekend 2025 - Cancelled
The Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) has recently been busy preparing for Trout Weekend 2025 – which was scheduled for 17 and 18 May 2025. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing dry conditions and a limited rain forecast for the coming weeks, the IFS has decided to cancel the event. Current water levels in Lake Augusta are...
UPDATE: Reece Dam Closure - impact on through traffic
Due to the forecast of unfavourable weather conditions, this work has been rescheduled to take place on 28 May. Apologies for any inconvenience caused by the change. Hydro Tasmania has advised that Reece Dam will be closed to all traffic on Wednesday 28 May, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, to allow essential survey...
AGFEST - All things fishing
It’s that time of year again…AGFEST and all things fishing! The Inland Fisheries Service will again be at Agfest, so come along and talk to one of our staff about all things freshwater fishing. AGFEST is at Carrick from Thursday 1 May to Saturday 3 May, 8am – 4pm. You'll find us all at site...
Take advantage of the long weekend (and weather forecast) for the closing of the brown trout season 2025
The forecast mild weather for the State this weekend bodes well for those contemplating a last run at the brown trout waters, which close at 11.59pm on Sunday 27 April 2025. Remember the Tasmanian Tagged Trout Promotion, where you could claim $5,000 if you can bag the tagged brown trout still swimming around in Arthurs Lake, Bradys Lake, Huntsman...
