Recreational fishers are reminded that the fishing seasons for Murray Cod and Murray Crayfish closed from Monday, 1 September 2025. Murray Cod  Closed season: 1 September – 30 November 2025 Applies to inland waters Exceptions: Fishing remains open year-round in Copeton Dam and Blowering Dam, as these stocked fisheries don’t require the seasonal closure. The [...]

Australian Bass and Estuary Perch can once again be taken by recreational fishers in NSW, following the conclusion of the annual three-month breeding season fishing closure. With the spawning season now behind us, anglers are encouraged to wet a line and experience the thrill of catching these iconic native fish. Fishers are reminded a bag [...]

We are calling for Expressions of Interest to join the new Recreational Fishing Trusts Advisory Council (RFTAC). This new Advisory Council is being established to review and assess applications for funding from the Recreational Fishing Trusts, replacing the Recreational Fishing Freshwater and Saltwater Trust Expenditure Committees. All money raised by the NSW Recreational Fishing Licence [...]

Right along our south-eastern seaboard, from Moreton Bay to Wilsons Promontory, winter is regarded as prime ‘pig season’ for many keen rock hoppers. Starlo explains why, and gives you the lowdown on tangling with these darkly-hued bulldozers of the coastal wash zone. Words by Steve ‘Starlo’ Starling Pics by Steve & Jo Starling While they’re [...]

Quintrex is celebrating its 80th anniversary in style with a host of new design changes, feature upgrades and visual updates across key models. Starting with the Trident, Quintrex’s flagship model, this latest generation delivers impressive offshore capabilities and sets new benchmarks in function, comfort and style. Available as a 610 and 660, the Trident has [...]

Yellowfin Plate Boats has just dropped its latest serious offshore rig the all-new YF-76F Extended Cabin Twin built for those who don’t shy away from rough water, long hauls, and big fish.. At 7.6 metres, this beast doesn’t just punch above its weight it dominates offshore. Designed for extended bluewater missions, the Extended Cabin offers [...]

Ben Lane, President of the Wallerawang Branch of the Central Acclimatisation Society, reports that his son, pictured above, recently caught this redfin in Thompsons Creek Dam, although several more visits to the same location didn't reveal any more fish.

The Select Committee on Access Restrictions to Public Lands and Waterways was established by a resolution of the NSW Legislative Council on Wednesday 28 May 2025. The select committee will investigate access to publicly owned land and waterways in New South Wales, including national parks, marine reserves, crown land, state forests, water catchments and Aboriginal [...]

Mr Sean Sloan (pictured) has been announced as the new Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) Managing Director. He will join FRDC on 25 August 2025 from his role as Deputy Secretary for the Fisheries and Forestry portfolio at the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. FRDC Chair, Dr Elizabeth (Beth) Woods [...]

Dutton Trout Hatchery at Ebor has re-opened its doors, giving visitors a chance to see how two million trout are produced on site each year to enhance freshwater fishing opportunities across the state. The re-opening of the site to visitors provides an opportunity for locals and visitors to the Northern Tablelands region to see the [...]