Inland Fisheries Service News
Big Rainbows Stocked!
Anglers have a fantastic opportunity to hook a big fish this spring, with a number of large rainbow trout recently stocked into Lake Meadowbank and Craigbourne Dam. Averaging around 3 kg, these fish are in outstanding condition, with some individuals weighing up to 5 kg. These hard-fighting rainbows will provide an exciting challenge and a...
From School Project to Community Success
On Saturday 15 August, Year 8 student Archie Croon turned a friendly fishing competition into a community event that attracted around 70 anglers to the South Esk River at Longford. As part of a school project focused on raising awareness of invasive pest fish, Archie spent months organising the competition, with anglers competing to catch...
Taylors Dam Junior Angling Days - Volunteers Wanted!
The first fish-out day of the year at Taylors Dam in Latrobe was held on Sunday 23 August. Over 30 junior anglers participated with plenty of rainbow trout caught, weighing up to 8lb! These fish-out days are made possible by the hard work of a dedicated group of volunteers. More volunteers are needed to keep...
‘Tassie Trout Chat’ Episode 1 is Now Live – River Derwent Sea Runners!
🎣 Tassie Trout Chat: Episode 1 Now Live! The first episode of Tassie Trout Chat has arrived, bringing you closer to the Tasmanian trout fishery. In Episode 1, Hobart angler Plinio Taurian shares his top tips for targeting sea-run brown trout in the River Derwent, offering valuable insights and practical advice for anglers looking to...
Tods Corner Boat Ramp Extension Complete
The 20 metre extension to the Tods Corner boat ramp (Yingina / Great Lake) is now complete, with the facility now open to the public. Prior to the extension works the boat ramp would disappear underwater when the lake level was high. The extension makes the ramp much easier to use at high lake levels...
