Inland Fisheries Service News

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Got one! - Junior fishing Day at Taylors Dam.
Aug. 27, 2026

Taylors Dam Junior Angling Days - Volunteers Wanted!

The first fish-out day of the year at Taylors Dam in Latrobe was held on Sunday 23 August.  Over 30 junior anglers participated with plenty of rainbow trout caught, weighing up to 8lb! These fish-out days are made possible by the hard work of a dedicated group of volunteers. More volunteers are needed to keep...

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Aug. 26, 2026

‘Tassie Trout Chat’ Episode 1 is Now Live – River Derwent Sea Runners!

🎣 Tassie Trout Chat: Episode 1 Now Live! The first episode of Tassie Trout Chat has arrived, bringing you closer to the Tasmanian trout fishery. In Episode 1, Hobart angler Plinio Taurian shares his top tips for targeting sea-run brown trout in the River Derwent, offering valuable insights and practical advice for anglers looking to...

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Tods Corner boat ramp has been extended
Aug. 25, 2026

Tods Corner Boat Ramp Extension Complete

The 20 metre extension to the Tods Corner boat ramp (Yingina / Great Lake) is now complete, with the facility now open to the public.  Prior to the extension works the boat ramp would disappear underwater when the lake level was high.  The extension makes the ramp much easier to use at high lake levels...

Illustration of a rainbow trout by Trevor Hawkins, accompanied by the text Inland Fisheries Service Trout Weekend 2026 Liawenee, Yingina / Great Lake Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October 2026 10am - 3pm daily
Trout Weekend 2026! Save the Date!
Aug. 25, 2026

Don't Forget - Trout Weekend is Back in 2026!

Trout Weekend is back in 2026!  Save the Date!  📍 Liawenee 📅 Saturday 10 & 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...

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A fantastic event - The Great Lake Tie-In started in 2016 at Miena in the Central Highlands of Tasmania
Aug. 25, 2026

Great Lake Tie-In Celebrating 10-year Anniversary in 2026

The annual Great Lake Tie-In will be held on Saturday 10 October 2026, from 10 am to 3 pm at the Great Lake Community Centre, 55–57 Cider Gum Road, Miena. This year is a special milestone as they celebrate the event's 10-year anniversary. A full line-up of talented fly tyers will be demonstrating the art of...