Inland Fisheries Service News
Clean Up Australia Day
The Inland Fisheries Service took part in Clean Up Australia Corporate Clean Up Day. IFS Staff focussed effort on the River Derwent and the Central Highlands. A full load of rubbish was collected from the banks of the River Derwent between New Norfolk and Gretna. The rubbish included a toilet pan, pram, car parts, tyres,...
Reminder Lake Kay and Double Lagoon track closures
Anglers are reminded that works to upgrade the Lake Kay and Double Lagoon tracks in the Western Lakes will commence on Monday 6th March and continue for approximately two weeks. The tracks will be periodically closed during this period. Please follow all signs and speed limits. Anglers will experience improved access when the works are...
Trophy trout in Lake Crescent
The big fish keep coming at Lake Crescent with good catches of trophy sized brown trout. Clearly, this is the best season that the lake has had since European carp were eradicated in 2009. Better catch rates this season are in part due to better water quality in the lake. The Inland Fisheries Service has been tracking water...
Willow Warriors working bee
The Willow Warriors will be meeting this Friday to continue with the willow restoration plan for Tyenna River. The working bee will start at 9am in National Park. No prior experience is required, just sturdy footwear and clothing to wear in the bush. If you would like any more information, please contact Morgan atmorgan@derwentcatchment.org...
Double Lagoon and Lake Kay track upgrades
The Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) are undertaking upgrades to the Lake Kay and Double Lagoon vehicle tracks in the Western Lakes. The track upgrade is scheduled to commence on 6th March 2023 and be completed by 24th March 2023 weather permitting. Both tracks will be subject to periodic closure to the public during this period....
