Dusky flathead stocks in three popular NSW South Coast estuary systems have received a significant boost following the recent stocking of more than 64,000 flattie fingerlings! Over recent weeks 21,000 dusky fingerlings have been released into Burrill Lake, 21,000 into Lake Conjola and over 22,000 into St Georges Basin - bringing the total number of [...]
The 2024/25 NSW FAD season is concluding after one of the most productive years in over two decades, with strong dolphinfish catches reported from Tweed Heads all the way to Eden. All FADs will be removed for annual maintenance during the cooler months and redeployed before the next season. Removals from Sydney to Port Stephens [...]
You now have until 25 June 2025 to provide your feedback on the draft NSW Mulloway Harvest Strategy. We have extended the consultation period for the draft Mulloway Harvest Strategy by one month following the high level of interest and engagement in the consultation process so far. Mulloway is a prized species in NSW for [...]
Recreational fishers are being encouraged to get into the great outdoors during winter and catch a Murray spiny freshwater crayfish when the three-month season opens on 1 June. Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) Chief Executive Officer Travis Dowling said the prized freshwater species could be caught in northern and north-east Victoria and were great fun for [...]
Yellowfin sets a new benchmark in offshore design with the official launch of its new Centre and Rear Console models at the prestigious Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, 22–25 May 2025 Image: NEW YF-66 Centre Console. Yellowfin Plate Boats is set to make a powerful impression at this year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat [...]
Chasing bream around oyster racks has long been a favourite pursuit for many anglers, mainly due to the challenges it presents and the adrenaline rush it can invoke. Marauding bruisers, braided lines and sharp oyster shells will do that to you! Owen McPaul provides some tips to ensure you drag more fish out of the [...]
Dave Magner sets out to give something back to the community by taking people with disabilities kayak fishing Canoeing and kayaking have both played a big part of my life for a long time now. Over a fishing career that has spanned more than four decades, I’ve been lucky enough to sample so many diverse and [...]
A reminder that these wharves are a shared space with other members of the public and it's important to follow the rules. Transport NSW cleans the wharves daily, but we need your help - please use the bins provided and practice clean and respectful fishing. Let’s lead by example in showing we can use these great [...]
A kingfish originally tagged in Victoria as part of the ‘Project Kingfish’ collaborative research project has been recaptured. This fish was recaptured offshore of Tweed Heads on 17 October 2024. Upon recapture the fish measured in at an impressive 113cm. A search of the Game Fish Tagging database revealed that the fish had been originally released [...]
With above average flows across NSW inland rivers, Fisheries officers have observed more offenders attempting to take fish using illegal fish traps. Fish traps are a known illegal fishing method which also indiscriminately impacts turtles, water birds and other wildlife. Fisheries officers will continue to focus their efforts on protecting native fish populations from over exploitation [...]
