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Become a Fishcare volunteer

Why not become a Fishcare volunteer? It's a great way to do your bit for sustainable fishing in Tasmania.

What volunteers do:

· Run exhibits at outdoor and regional shows, AgFest and Liawenee weekend;

· Run fishing clinics for juniors and pass on practical fishing tips;

· Maintain local fishing signs and rulers.

Fishcare operates in all regions of the State. We particularly need new volunteers in the following areas: St Helens, Triabunna, Smithton, Port Sorell, Tasman Peninsula and Dover. Training sessions for new volunteers are being held soon.

Want to know more? Ring the Fishcare Coordinator on 6165 3039, visit our website or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Get into fishing!

Sunday 20 October is national Gone Fishing Day. Time to get out on the water with family and friends to celebrate all that's great about fishing in Tassie! It doesn't matter if you haven't fished before - join in one of the free events below

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Read more: Gone Fishing Day 2019

The Inland Fisheries Service installed an information sign in the car park at Tasmania’s newest fishery, Camden Dam in the north east last week. Camden Dam is situated approx. 10 km south of Targa via Camden Hills Rd and East Diddleum Road. There is one designated public access point and car park on the eastern side of the dam.

Anglers should be aware that there are numerous hazards around and in the dam such as floating debris and tripping hazards. Foot access is permitted around much of the lake however the dam structure, spillway and Camden Rivulet below the dam are strictly no access areas.

Motorised boating is not permitted however canoes and kayaks powered by manual propulsion are allowed. Kayakers should be particularly careful of submerged trees and floating debris.

: Written by Stephen Smith - Rubicon Web and Technology Training; Category: IFS, DPIPWE, MAST and Peak Bodies; Published: 17 October 2019; Hits: 1983

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PWS advise that the boom gate on Lake Augusta Rd was opened for public access as of 4th October 2019.

Vehicular access to Lake Pillans and Double and Talinah Lagoons will remain closed with a view to reopen on 1st November (approximately) subject to road inspections determining conditions are suitable for vehicular traffic.

For any further information please contact the Great Western Tiers Field Centre on 67012104

Source: https://www.ifs.tas.gov.au/news/2019/oct/07/nineteen-lagoons-gate-open

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INLAND FISHERIES ADVISORY COUNCIL

Expressions of Interest are invited for appointments to the Inland Fisheries Advisory Council (IFAC).

Established under Section 20A of the Inland Fisheries Act 1995, IFAC is the advisory body for matters relating to inland fisheries.

In broad terms, the role of IFAC is to provide strategic advice to the Minister on freshwater fisheries management and fisheries policy.

Women are encouraged to apply. The Tasmanian Government is committed to a target of 50% representation of women across Tasmanian Government boards and committees by July 2020.

For more information go to www.dpac.tas.gov.au/divisions/csrt/programs_and_services/women_on_boards_and_committees

Source: https://www.ifs.tas.gov.au/news/2019/oct/07/expressions-interest-inland-fisheries-advisory-council

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IFS and AAT inspect the
improved Lake Rowallan
boat ramp

In collaboration with Inland Fisheries Service (IFS), Marine and Safety Tasmania (MaST) and various local contractors, Hydro Tasmania has been working to improve our recreational infrastructure.

The latest achievement has been the boating infrastructure at Lake Rowallan. This large, gravel boat ramp is now functional across the operational range of the lake. The upgrade has realigned and widened the boat ramp, creating an even and gentle slope, with rocks placed along the right hand side to indicate the edge of ramp.

The fishing season at Lake Rowallan opened on Saturday 28 September 2019.

The camp ground area, along Mersey Forest Road, provides visitors a place to stay while on their fishing or camping holiday. This site is only suitable for self-sufficient campers.

Information about recreation sites and amenities in the North West on the Hydro Tasmania website https://www.hydro.com.au/things-to-do/north-west

For further information about access and fishing go to Lake Rowallan brochure

Source: https://www.ifs.tas.gov.au/news/2019/oct/02/lake-rowallan-notification-upgrade-boat-ramp

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Please contact us with
tagged fish details

Following the release of 3,500 tagged fish into Bradys Lake during May/June this year, reports of tagged fish captured by anglers have been steadily flowing in. As of 23 September, 19 tagged fish have been captured and reported by anglers. Of these, 9 have been captured from Bradys Lake, 6 from Lake Binney and 4 from Tungatinah Lagoon. This shows a movement ‘downstream’ by the fish. As it’s still early in the season, these fish have yet to put on any notable weight.

Anglers are encouraged to report the capture of these tagged fish, noting the tag number, location captured and if possible the length and weight of the fish. All tags are a distinctive green colour and sit just below the fin on the fishes back. We are also keen to know if any of these tagged fish turn up in Bronte Lagoon.

There is no requirement to release these fish, we just want to know if you catch one, along with the tag number and location.

Report tagged fish via email:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. OR phone 6165 3808

Source: https://www.ifs.tas.gov.au/news/2019/sep/23/bradys-lake-tagged-fish-update
Click Read More for photos of the tag.

: Written by Stephen Smith - Rubicon Web and Technology Training; Category: IFS, DPIPWE, MAST and Peak Bodies; Published: 02 October 2019; Hits: 1079

four springs net barrier Recently we replaced the barrier net at Four Springs Lake. The barrier net is located across the spillway at the dam and is in place to stop trout escaping in times of flood.

After being in place for several years the old net had become quite brittle from the sun, and had several holes in it. It also had few fishing lures snagged in it!

Anglers are asked to avoid the new barrier net. It is important not to get holes in it from boats and wading.

Source: https://www.ifs.tas.gov.au/news/2019/sep/20/stopping-fish-escaping-four-springs

: Written by Stephen Smith - Rubicon Web and Technology Training; Category: IFS, DPIPWE, MAST and Peak Bodies; Published: 20 September 2019; Hits: 923

clyde river rescue Due to low water levels we completed a salvage of trout in the upper River Clyde. We recovered 172 brown and 51 rainbow trout. The fish were released into Lake Crescent. There were 8 dead fish.

We would like to thank anglers for letting us know that there were fish stranded in the river.

Source: https://www.ifs.tas.gov.au/news/2019/sep/19/river-clyde-fish-salvage

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Recreational season opening dates

The dates for the 2019 rock lobster season will be:

East Coast Stock Rebuilding Zone (ECSRZ)

The recreational sector will open on Saturday 7 December 2019 and the entire Eastern Region including the ECSRZ closes on 30 April 2020; and

The commercial sector will open on Tuesday 10 December 2019.

Waters outside the ECSRZ

The recreational sector will open on 2 November 2019; and

The commercial sector will open on 15 November 2019.

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