Inland Fisheries Service News
Trout Weekend is Back in 2026!
🎣 Trout Weekend Returns in 2026 — With a Fresh Twist! Great news for anglers — Trout Weekend is back in 2026! And this time, it’s moving to a brand‑new date. 📍 Liawenee 📅 Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 October 2026 The new October timing aligns perfectly with the rainbow trout spawning run, and brings...
Butlers Gorge Road Closure Extended
Hydro Tasmania has advised that Butlers Gorge Road (from the Lyell Highway turn-off) will remain closed 24/7 until the end of April 2026. Mossy Marsh Dam, Clark Dam, the lookout, boat ramp and campground won’t be accessible during this period. For further information please visit - https://www.hydro.com.au/projects/tarraleah
Yingina / Great Lake - Canal Bay Closed
A reminder to anglers that the annual closure of Canal Bay at Yingina / Great Lake commenced over the weekend. The annual closure is to protect both brown and rainbow trout as they congregate in the bay prior to entering Liawenee Canal to spawn. Canal Bay will re-open to fishing on Saturday 28 November 2026 after...
Lake Crescent Jetty - Construction Underway!
Construction has commenced of a new jetty at the Lake Crescent boat ramp. Collaboratively funded by Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST), the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS), Central Highlands Council and Anglers Alliance Tasmania (AAT), the new construction is expected to take 2 weeks to complete. Lake Crescent is one of Tasmania's most renowned trophy fish...
Willow Warriors Field Day - Saturday 28 March
Join the Willow Warriors and the Derwent Catchment Project for a hands-on community restoration day at Maydena, Saturday the 28th March, Junee road Maydena. This event is part of an ongoing project to restore a sensitive riverbank area and establish a 40 - metre native vegetation buffer along the waterway. Activities on the day will include native...
