Inland Fisheries Service News
John Diggle departs
John Diggle starts leave today and this will extend until he retires later in the year. John commenced work with the Inland Fisheries Commission in 1988 as a casual Technical Assistant. He had a number of positions until he became Director in 2003. John is highly regarded by his peers for his strategic and thoughtful...
Lake Mikany boat ramp closed
Due to the low water level and the significant drop off at the end of the ramp the Lake Mikany boat ramp has been closed until the remainder of the upgrade is completed. Kayaks and canoes can still be launched with care. We apologise for any inconvenience and will notify users when the ramp is...
Whitebait poachers convicted
On Tuesday 27 February 2024 Stephen Maurice Connelly, of Wynyard, and Darren Robert Jarvis, of Shorewell Park, were convicted of illegally fishing the Inglis River for whitebait, in separate incidents during 2022. Both men pleaded guilty before Magistrate Topfer in the Burnie Magistrates Court. Mr Connlley was convicted on all charges, sentenced to pay fines of...
Road maintenance in the 19 Lagoons
Last year the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) did much needed upgrades to the Lake Kay and Double Lagoon vehicle tracks in the 19 Lagoons. We have just completed further work on the tracks to maintain them in good order.
Little Pine Lagoon boat ramp update
Work has started on the new Little Pine Lagoon boat ramp. The car park area is being built up to improve the grade of the ramp and will stop the car park flooding at high water levels. The work will include a concrete ramp and multi-level timber jetty providing better access, safety and amenity for...
