Inland Fisheries Service News
Lake Binney Access Improvements
Based on feedback received at the Freshwater Angling Forums last year, the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) approached Hydro Tasmania about the access road into the Lake Binney boat ramp. As a result, Hydro Tasmania has recently engaged Stornoway to improve the road by resurfacing and widening it, along with clearing roadside vegetation. These improvements now...
2026 Liawenee Brown Trout Spawning Run Begins!
After months of careful planning - and a little help from the weather - the Liawenee brown trout spawning run is officially underway, and the fish have wasted no time responding. Banking Water for a Big Moment Over the past few months, the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) and Hydro Tasmania have been working side‑by‑side to...
We're heading to AGFEST 2026!
The Inland Fisheries Service will be back at AGFEST, and we’d love to see you there! Come have a chat with our friendly team about all things freshwater fishing. 📍 AGFEST | Carrick 📆 Thursday 7 – Saturday 9 May ⏰ 8 am – 4 pm 📌 Fishing Hub – Site 715 (near the corner...
Butlers Gorge Road Closure Extended
Hydro Tasmania advises that Butlers Gorge Road (from the Lyell Highway turn-off) will remain closed 24/7 until mid-July. Mossy Marsh Dam, Clark Dam, the lookout, boat ramp and campground won’t be accessible during this period. Stay up-to-date by visiting https://www.hydro.com.au/projects/tarraleah
Curries River Reservoir Fishing Pads
Following feedback from anglers about difficulty accessing the water along the Curries River Reservoir causeway, IFS completed works last week to install 6 fishing pads. The new fishing pads are designed to improve access for those who had difficulty walking across the large rocks that were placed on the causeway in 2025 as part of...
