Inland Fisheries Service News
Tasmanian Trout Expo a huge success at Cressy
A sunny and enjoyable day at Brumbys Creek today for the 2022 Trout Expo. Over 600 people attended and over 200 trout were caught during the day. Eight tagged trout were caught and each of those lucky people won $50.00 for their effort. The conditions were spectacular with a perfect river height and easy access....
Great Lake Tie-In 2022
Great Lake Tie-In 2022 After last year’s cancellation due to Covid 19 lockdown, we are back on 15th October 2022 and look forward to a bigger and better event in the Central Highlands of Tasmania. As in past years the event will be held in the Miena Community Centre, Cider Gum Road Miena. Some...
Get out and go fishing
The Inland Fisheries Service is coordinating a state-wide angling licence free day on Sunday 9 October 2022 as part of National Gone Fishing Day. Anglers Alliance Tasmania is also organising a range of junior events. An angling licence will not be required to fish in inland waters in Tasmania -- a great opportunity to grab a friend...
Temporary Closure of Dunrobin Toilet Facility
The Dunrobin toilet facilities are currently closed for re-construction. Toilet facilities are available at Bethune Park, on the opposite side of the bridge. It is anticipated the new facilities will be open by Christmas. Central Highlands Council apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Whitebait season to open
The 2022 whitebait season opens on Saturday 1 October. The season will run for 6 weeks closing on Friday 11 November. A whitebait licence is required to fish for whitebait. Licences are $34 available from the IFS website, Service Tasmania outlets and selected tackle shops. A whitebait licence permits anglers to take a maximum of 2 kilograms of whitebait per...
