Rock lobster changes proposed and fishing grants open
by NRE Tas 25 Mar 2022 18:42 PDT
Rock lobster proposed rules and policy changes © NRE Tas
Rock lobster proposed rules and policy changes
Proposed rule changes for the Tasmanian rock lobster fishery and options to rebuild stocks on the East Coast have been released for public consultation.
The main proposal for all fishers is introducing regional size limit zones that align with rock lobster growth rates and maturity sizes.
Proposals for recreational fishers include group sharing of catch from pots, future reporting of recreational catch, and zone transiting provisions.
A consultation paper has been released outlining the proposed changes. Public comment is now open until 30 May 2022.
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Better fishing grants
Grants to improve recreational sea fishing opportunities (large projects up to $150,000 and small projects up to $15,000) are now available. These include installing or upgrading:
- pontoons, jetties or other structures for recreational fishing;
- fish cleaning tables, bins, tables, shelters and lighting;
- toilets near fishing facilities;
- paths, steps, walkways or other access routes to fishing locations; and
- other facilities directly associated with recreational shore-based fishing.
More information here
Rock lobster app news
Over 300 recreational rock lobster fishers are participating in the catch app trial. More than 500 fishing trips have been logged with 1300 rock lobster caught and 700 released up until mid-March. Thanks to everyone who's participated so far.
Download and win! Help us fine tune the app by logging your catch and sending in feedback. You can win great prizes including a 20 litre cray cooker (drawn before Easter), cooler boxes and cray claw crackers.
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Scallop season
The recreational scallop season opens on Saturday, 9 April for all waters except the D'Entrecasteaux Channel.
Please check your licence is valid before you go fishing. Measuring gauges are available from Service Tasmania and selected tackle shops.
Check the scallop rules