NSW DPI Fisheries urges all fishers to do the right thing and act responsibly while fishing Sydney’s popular ferry wharves. When fishing the ferry wharves, you can do your part by: ???? Immediately clear lines and move out of the way when ferries approach; ???? Treat ferry workers, commuters and other users with respect and [...]
For the second year running, the expert hatchery team at DPI’s Narrandera Fisheries Centre have produced and stocked record numbers of Murray Cod. A total of 1.286 million juvenile Cod were produced at the Narrandera facility in the 2022–23 season, eclipsing the previous record set in 2021-22. This outstanding result will complement natural recruitment and [...]
Boat based-recreational fishing for demersal scalefish between Kalbarri and Augusta will close on 1 August and reopen for the next school holidays on 23 September. The eight-week seasonal closure for the West Coast Demersal Fishery is an important measure in the recovery plan to boost demersal fish stocks including WA dhufish, pink snapper, baldchin groper [...]
The cicada emergence is an annual event that is anticipated by fish and anglers alike, as Dave Seaman explains… Signs of summer begin to appear from late spring that triggers a growing awareness in anglers of the warmer months ahead and a seasonal event that has to be experienced. An isolated week of consecutive hot [...]
Inshore, Offshore & Beach Fishing Gummy sharks are one of Victoria’s saltwater staples, particularly in Western Port where anglers flock to get in among the action. Darren Hamilton Moore shares some timeless advice for targeting them inshore, offshore and from the beach. Victoria is famous for its healthy population of gummy sharks and there is [...]
Fishing enthusiasts Australia wide view the humble console tinnie as one of the staples of the industry and it’s not hard to see why. With tiller steer, side console and centre console configurations, the Outlaw range provides versatility and performance for every adventure and can be used across a wide variety of environments. The Stacer [...]
MERCURY RACING FLEXES OUTBOARD MUSCLE WITH Mercury Racing elevates outboard engine power and technology with the introduction of the Mercury Racing V8 500R model. This supercharged 500hp V8 outboard was created for no-compromise owners of the fastest sport boats and combines unrelenting horsepower and torque paired with sophisticated technology and rugged design. The 500R introduces a [...]
Recreational fishing is highly valued by many Western Australians with some of the world’s best fishing experiences on offer along the State’s vast coastline and offshore islands. Recreational fishers not only provide a significant economic contribution, they are also key stewards of the aquatic environment and contribute vital information on fisheries resources. Every 2–3 years, [...]
One of Victoria’s top trout fisheries is on the road to recovery with thousands of brown trout yearlings stocked into Lake Toolondo in the state’s west, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Outdoor Recreation Sonya Kilkenny today announced the stocking of more than 3500 fish into the popular local fishery. With the lake’s [...]
Recreational fishers are reminded that the annual fishing closure, in trout streams and rivers across NSW, is in place from today (Tuesday 13 June 2023). NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Deputy Director General Fisheries, Sean Sloan said the closure allows salmonid species to breed uninterrupted during their annual spawning run, ensuring we protect [...]
