Fresh new fishing guides out now

Anglers in NSW now have access to the latest information on fishing rules, bag and size limits and safety advice with the release of the 2005-2006 Fishing Guides.

The two free guides, for saltwater and freshwater fishing, have been distributed to fishing licence outlets across NSW for the third year in a row.

This information is just what families and holiday anglers need to know to enjoy a great day’s fishing, both over the October long weekend and throughout the year.

The guides are produced by the NSW Department of Primary Industries, and are funded by the two independent recreational fishing trusts.

They detail up-to-date fishing rules such as bag and size limits, help anglers identify what species they’ve caught, provide handy fishing tips and safety advice, and give information about our aquatic environment.

These easy-to-understand publications are a key part of the State Government’s commitment to helping the community and anglers take care of our aquatic environment so we can continue to enjoy it into the future.

They also provide information about fishing licences, recreational fishing havens, protected areas such as aquatic reserves and marine parks, and rock fishing safety tips.

Freshwater anglers can learn more about native and pest species, stocking programs and trout waters.

The guides can be obtained from NSW DPI Fisheries offices, fishing licence agents like bait and tackle shops, from Fishcare volunteers, or on the DPI website.