Inland Fisheries Service News
Laughing Jack Lagoon to be lowered for works
The water level at Laughing Jack Lagoon will be gradually lowered from mid-November to prepare for works on the cofferdam outlet between January and March 2023. This project is part of our ongoing dam maintenance program which ensures the ongoing safe and efficient generation of renewable energy in Tasmania. While the lagoon does typically fluctuate...
Hot fishing session includes $2 000 tagged trout
A 4:30am start from Devonport has resulted in another $2 000 tagged trout being caught from Lake Mackintosh. This is the third from Lake Mackintosh this season and brings the total caught so far for the 2022-23 Tasmanian Tagged Trout Promotion to ten. Kade and his two mates planned the early morning start to Lake Mackintosh...
Lake Augusta road closure update
Tasmania police have updated their advice on the Lake Augusta road closure and access to the Nineteen Lagoons. Lake Augusta Road, Central Highlands. Closed from the entry point to the Central Plateau Conservation Area. Vehicle entry beyond this point (cattle grid) is not permitted. Lake Augusta Road is open from the intersection of Lake Augusta...
Message from Hydro Tasmania - Gunns Marsh Road flood damage
Hydro Tasmania advise that the Gunns Marsh Road will be closed at the Jonah Bay turn off until further notice due to flood damage and road works. Anglers will still be able to access Jonah Bay to launch their boats. For more information and updates contact Hydro Tasmania
Fly fishing more successful than golf!
Stephen was in Tasmania representing WA in golf at the Master Games in Launceston. After the Games he headed to the highlands with locals Bruce and Tim. He walked down the road from his friends shack in Flintstone Drive at Arthurs Lake to have a flick with the fly rod. As he prepared on the shore...
