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Trout Weekend 10 & 11 October 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of Tasmania’s iconic wild trout fishery as Trout Weekend returns to the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) Liawenee Field Station on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October 2026. This year’s event moves to October to coincide with one of the most exciting times on the highland waters, the rainbow trout spawning run. Visitors will have the opportunity to witness this remarkable phenomenon while enjoying a weekend packed with fishing, education, entertainment, and community spirit.
Tasmanian Tagged Trout Promotion
Forty five tagged trout are currently available around Tasmania as part of the 2024-27 tagged trout promotion. The first tagged trout captured from Yingina / Great Lake and returned to the Inland Fisheries Service (*terms and conditions apply) will win $25,000. The tags are yellow and have unique identifying details.
Freshwater angling licences are now available for the 2026-27 Season
The new angling season opens on Saturday, 1 August 2026. Be prepared and purchase your licence now!
