Inland Fisheries Service News
Bronte Lagoon redfin perch search
Earlier this year the Inland Fisheries service (IFS) received a report regarding the possible presence of redfin perch (Perca fluviatilis) in Bronte Lagoon. Bronte Lagoon is thought to be free of redfin perch, however they are present in the neighbouring Bradys chain of waters. In January 2025 the IFS conducted an extensive, full day, boat...
Be safe around Hydro Tasmania sites
Following a recent incident reported by Hydro Tasmania crews, they wish to highlight just how important it is to be aware of changing water conditions near hydropower assets The restricted area on the left in the attached picture is fenced-off and displays several warning signs, however, crews recently discovered members of the public and vehicles...
Easter fishing!
Easter is a fantastic time to wet a line and try your luck at catching a Tassie trout! At this time of year fish will be feeding hard to put on condition ahead of the upcoming spawning season, and after another warm and dry summer, the trout will be benefiting from the recent cooler water...
Guide Dam - Walking track improvements
This week the Inland Fisheries Service conducted works at Guide Dam to improve the track that provides fishing access to the Eastern side of the dam. Works included track clearing along with the installation of track markers. Guide Dam is an underrated fishery that supports healthy populations of wild brown and rainbow trout. Early season...
UPDATE: Rabbit Control - Brumbys Creek
UPDATE: The Save the Tasmanian Devil Program have advised the March rabbit control program did not take place and that they will instead be undertaking the program at Brumbys Creek from 14 - 16 April 2025. The operations will take place during night time hours, and an exclusion zone will be established for 350 metres downstream and 250...
