Freshwater bag and size limits
Bag limits, size limits and gear restrictions apply with fishing. You should familiarise yourself with these rules before fishing. Information is available from your local fisheries office, many bait and tackle stores or NSW Department of Primary Industries. For freshwater bag and size limits, visit Freshwater bag and size limits (nsw.gov.au)
Recreational Fishing Licence
When fishing in NSW waters, both freshwater and saltwater, you are required by law to pay the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee and carry a receipt showing the payment of the fee. Payment of recreational fishing fee can be made online at Recreational fishing | Service NSW
Humane harvesting
Animal care and welfare is important. For guidelines on how to humanely harvest fish and crustaceans, visit Humane harvesting of fish and crustaceans (nsw.gov.au)
How to measure a fish
For guidance on how to measure a fish, visit How to weigh your fish with a ruler | Department of Primary Industries
Submit your fishing activity and help contribute to a better understanding of our river! Please complete one form for each activity (catch or no catch).
Please note that if you submit a photograph, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notification, available on Council's website.