Inland Fisheries Service News

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Tasmania's inland waterways are spectacular. Lets keep them that way!
Sept. 4, 2026

Taking More Than Memories - Small Actions = Big Impact!

For many anglers, a day on the water is about more than just catching fish. Across Tasmania, more and more fishers are making a small effort that delivers a big impact: taking a few pieces of litter home with them each time they head out. Whether it's an abandoned drink bottle on a riverbank, discarded...

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Sept. 4, 2026

Clarence Lagoon Access Update

The Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS) have advised that a key to gate that was recently installed at Clarence Lagoon can be obtained by contacting the Lake St Clair Field Centre on (03) 6289 1115. This is welcome news as it will allow vehicle access for the purposes of launching and retrieving non-motorised boats and kayaks on...

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Avoid direct contact with any areas of dense algae
Sept. 3, 2026

Lake Sorell – Blue-Green Algae Detection

In August, the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) received a report from a concerned angler regarding the possible presence of an algal bloom in Lake Sorell. In consultation with the responsible water manager, the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas), the IFS promptly collected water samples for laboratory analysis. Testing confirmed the presence...

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Spoil dad this year with a trout fishing trip!
Sept. 2, 2026

Father's Day this Sunday!!

Are you struggling to find a Father's Day gift? Why not get him a trout licence! It’s a gift that will keep on giving for the rest of the season, and it won’t end up gathering dust on a shelf in the shed! Make it a family day to remember on Sunday 6 September by...

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One of the large rainbow trout stocked recently stocked
Sept. 2, 2026

Big Rainbows Stocked!

Anglers have a fantastic opportunity to hook a big fish this spring, with a number of large rainbow trout recently stocked into Lake Meadowbank and Craigbourne Dam. Averaging around 3 kg, these fish are in outstanding condition, with some individuals weighing up to 5 kg. These hard-fighting rainbows will provide an exciting challenge and a...