Inland Fisheries Service News
Obstructing a Boat Ramp – Please don’t do this!
It’s the responsibility of all people to respect the rights of other anglers and the wider boating public. Preventing boat users from utilising a public boat ramp at an inland water is not only disrespectful behaviour, it is prohibited by law and may cost the offender more than a social rebuff by those wanting to...
Surprise estuary perch capture
While fishing for Australian Salmon at the mouth of the Arthur River recently, keen recreational fisher Kenna managed to hook an unusual fish species. This fish was an estuary perch (Percalates colonorum), which is a protected native species found only in the Arthur River. After a quick photo, the fish was released unharmed back into...
Rostrevor Reservoir
We regret to report a recent incident of anti-social behaviour at Rostrevor Reservoir. Located just north of Triabunna on private property, Rostrevor Reservoir offers anglers exclusive access through the generosity of the landowner. We are fortunate to have this opportunity, and the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) manages the fishery for everyone to enjoy. We kindly...
Anglers Alliance Tasmania (AAT) Webcam Access
Did you know that the access to the Anglers Alliance Tasmania (AAT) webcam network is free?! You can access the AAT webcams at www.anglersalliance.org.auOR via the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) Infish App available at www.ifs.tas.gov.au/infish To access the webcams via the Infish App simply click on the webcam icon for the specified water. Webcams are...
A Christmas gift for the adventurous!
If you are looking for a last minute Christmas gift for an adventurous, outdoor loving friend or loved one, why not consider a freshwater angling licence. A range of angling licences are available. Go to the Inland Fisheries Service website for options and full details. Also remember the Infish app 2.0 makes it easier to find fishing locations,...
