Recreational fishers and boaters across the state will again have the chance to discuss their much-loved pastimes at a series of upcoming Fishing and Boating Forums. The Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) held several forums in mid-2021 however selected sessions were postponed in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. VFA CEO Travis Dowling said the rescheduled forums [...]
DPI Fisheries is investigating the goals of recreational fishers who target these three species in NSW. While most anglers and spearos know what makes a great fishing trip for them, it can be tough to work out what’s best for everyone across the fishery. Clear sets of outcomes are developed alongside harvest strategies, to ensure [...]
Fisheries Officers were called to attend suspected illegal riverbank clearing upon the Nambucca River last week. Officers had no trouble finding the location thanks to information provided by a concerned member of the public. Investigations are still ongoing on this matter, however it is a timely reminder of the importance that riverbank vegetation plays, particularly [...]
Did you know that turtles can drown in crab traps after forcing their way into the trap or by becoming entangled in the mesh and being unable to return to the surface to breathe? You can make your crab gear safer by following these tips: Reduce the entrance size of your crab trap to reduce [...]
The Andrews Labor Government has stocked Victorian waterways with a record 10 million fish over the past year, setting a new nationwide record. The initiative is part of the Labor Government’s $35 million Go Fishing Victoria plan, funded by recreational fishing licence fees, and includes one million Murray cod and golden perch stocked in Lake [...]
All things trout fishing will be showcased this month as the picturesque Eildon plays host to Troutfest 2022 on Saturday, 14 May. Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) CEO, Travis Dowling, said the Troutfest event is being run in partnership with the Australian Trout Foundation (ATF) and would highlight the vast recreational fishing opportunities on offer around [...]
The Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) sets sail for a celebration of all things aquatic when it returns from 28 July to 1 August 2022 to the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney and Cockle Bay at the iconic Darling Harbour. With recreational boating continuing to be a standout leisure activity for Australians, SIBS 2022 is [...]
The rocks ledges of south east Queensland not only offer spectacular views but make for fantastic platforms to tangle with big pelagics. Pete Morris gives us an insight into what is on offer for the dedicated land based angler. Just over a decade ago my family and I happily made the move interstate. Our time battling [...]
Wandering around in ankle deep water kicking a few fish out of the way is a great way to spend the day, as Dave Magner explains. I don’t know about you, but lately I’ve been wondering if I’m making my fishing adventures more complicated than they really need to be. With work and other commitments eating into [...]
Recreational fishing is one of NSW’s most popular pastimes with up to an estimated 1 million participants enjoying some of the best fishing in the world each year! The fourth state-wide survey of recreational fishing in NSW was carried out in 2019/20. The survey found that state-wide, fishers within long-term RFL households fished for an [...]
