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Saltwater
Fishing Guide 2013
NSW Recreational
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NSW Recreational Fishing Fee..........................................................................................................6-7
Where do my fishing fees go? ......................................................................................................8-11
Recreational Fishing Havens ....................................................................................................... 12-13
Community programs .................................................................................................................... 14-15
Responsible fishing........................................................................................................................... 16-23
Converting fish lengths to weights........................................................................................ 24-27
Fishing safely/Safe boating.......................................................................................................... 28-31
Food safety............................................................................................................................................ 32.-33
Knots and rigs ...................................................................................................................................... 34-39
Saltwater fishing rules..................................................................................................................... 40-46
How to measure fin fish and invertebrates ...............................................................................47
Fish identification............................................................................................................................... 48-49
Bag limits, size limits and closed seasons for fish........................................................... 50-59
Bag and size limits for saltwater invertebrates ................................................................ 60-63
Threatened and protected species......................................................................................... 64-68
Conserving our biodiversity........................................................................................................ 69-73
Tide tables .............................................................................................................................................. 75-81
Local recreational fishing guides......................................................................................................81
Fisheries officers..........................................................................................................................................83
Contact details..................................................................................................................................... 84-86
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This NSW Recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide is produced by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) for and on behalf of the state of New South Wales, PO Box 21 Cronulla NSW 2230. It is funded from the Saltwater Recreational Fishing Trust as part of our commitment to providing recreational fishers with comprehensive, user-friendly information. A freshwater recreational fishing guide is also available.
General disclaimer This publication may provide assistance or information but NSW DPI and
its employees do not guarantee the publication is without flaw or is wholly
appropriate for any particular purpose and therefore disclaims all liability for any
error, loss or other consequences which may arise from relying on any information
in this publication.
This publication is a guide only, it does not replace the Fisheries Management Act
1994 or other acts and statutory rules applying to, or affecting recreational fishing.
It is a summary of laws and regulations at the time of publication and cannot be
used as a defence in a court of law.
Recreational fishing regulations may change during the life of this publication.
It is the responsibility of fishers to ensure they are acting within the law at all times.
Check regulations with your local NSW DPI fisheries office or
www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries.
Advertising disclaimer NSW DPI acknowledges contributions made by private enterprise. Acceptance
of these contributions does not, however endorse or imply endorsement by the
department of any product or service offered by the contributors.
Copyright State of New South Wales through
the NSW Department of Primary Industries, 2012.
2013 No material matter in this publication may be reproduced, stored in a
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Cover image:
Fighting the Jewfish by Stuart Lyall Finalist in the RFT and NSW DPI 2012 Recreational fishing photo competition
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Nsw recreational Fishing Fee
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NSW Fishing Fee Receipt

ALL FEES ARE USED TO IMPROVE RECREATIONAL FISHING
where do I pay the fee? You can pay at many outlets throughout NSW, such as most fishing tackle shops, caravan parks, local shops, service stations, many Kmart stores, via website www.licence.nsw. gov.au or call 1300 369 365.
when do I need to pay? When you are fishing in NSW waters, both fresh and saltwater, you are required by law to carry a receipt showing the payment of the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee. This applies when line fishing (rod or hand line); spear fishing; bait collecting or when collecting invertebrates using methods such as hand gathering, digging, pumping, trapping and prawn netting. This also applies when in possession of fishing gear in, on or adjacent to waters.
How much is the fee? How much is the fee? $6 for 3 days $12 for 1 month $30 for 1 year $75 for 3 years If you go fishing aboard a charter vessel or with a fishing guide, you may find that
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your skipper or guide holds an exemption certificate which covers you as well. Always check whether you need to have paid the fee before going fishing. A fifty per cent concession applies to people who only fish in the tidal waters of the Tweed River and prescribed adjacent beach areas. How do I obtain a plastic receipt? If you pay for a one year or three year period online, over the phone, at a Touch agent or if you renew your licence using your renewal letter, you will receive a plastic receipt in the post. For all other payment methods you will receive a paper receipt. Interstate and overseas visitors Recreational fishing licences issued by other states, territories or countries are not valid for fishing in NSW waters. All visitors must pay the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee. The general NSW Recreational Fishing Fee means those who receive direct benefits from the resource are being asked to make a small contribution to its future. Exemptions: n Persons under the age of 18. n An adult assisting persons under the age of 18 to take fish using a single rod per child or to take prawns using a single dip or scoop net per child. n A person fishing in a private dam with a surface area of two hectares or less. n An Aboriginal person.
The holder of: n A current Pensioner Concession Card issued by Centrelink. n A current Pensioner Concession Card issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs. n A Department of Veterans Affairs Gold Treatment Card endorsed Totally and Permanently Incapacitated. n A Department of Veterans Affairs Gold Treatment Card endorsed Extreme Disablement Adjustment. n A letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs stating that you receive a disability pension of 70 per cent or higher, or an intermediate pension. These exemptions only apply to the primary card holder. Recreational fishers must have these cards in their possession to be exempt. Please note that seniors cards, health care cards and repatriation health cards do not exempt you from paying the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee. This information is current at time of printing but fisheries regulations may change. It is the responsibility of fishers to ensure they are acting within the law at all times. If unsure whether you need to pay the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee, check our website at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. replacement fee receipt Cost for a replacement fee receipt is $6.70. Call 02 4424 7499 to obtain a replacement or download a form from our website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries.
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where do my fishing fees go?
where do my fishing fees go? recreational fishing trusts All funds raised from the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee are placed into recreational fishing trusts one for saltwater and one for freshwater - and can only be spent on improving recreational fishing. Expert anglers provide advice on how funds in the trusts should be spent. There is a lot more information on the website at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. Anyone can apply for funding from the trusts to improve recreational fishing. Details can be found at the above website. Examples of some trust funded projects are provided as follows. Fish Aggregating Devices (FADs). Twenty five fish aggregating devices (FADs) are placed in coastal waters each year to attract pelagic fish for recreational fishing. Anglers can now receive email alerts for all FAD related news. Sign up on our website. Game Fish Tagging Program The program provides valuable scientific information on the movement and growth of billfish, tuna, sharks and selected sportfish. Did you know that the longest distance travelled
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by any fish reported to the program came from a Black Marlin that had travelled from Cairns to Costa Rica, approximately 7865 nautical miles? More facilities for fishers Funding grants are available for fishing clubs, local councils and community groups to improve recreational fishing facilities including fish cleaning tables, fish measuring stations, fishing platforms and other infrastructure. Ensure your local group gets involved! Fishcare Volunteer Program This dynamic program involves 350 volunteers across the state providing face to face awareness and advising fishers about the rules and values of sustainable recreational fishing. For more information see community programs section pages 14-15. Artificial reefs More estuarine artificial reefs are being installed to create new habitat and enhance recreational fishing. The states first offshore artificial reef has been deployed off Sydney. It stands 12 metres high, weighs around 42 tonnes and has been deployed at a depth of 38m. The reef is being scientifically monitored to assess its effectiveness. The reef is already very popular with recreational fishers. New locations for potential offshore artificial reef sites are now being investigated. Sydney Offshore Artificial Reef GPS Coordinates (WGS84): n Latitude - 3350.797S n Longitude - 15117.988E For more information on both estuarine and offshore artificial reefs including their locations, check the website.

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Get Hooked: Its Fun to Fish education program. A primary school education program is teaching children in schools across NSW about safe, responsible and sustainable fishing. This includes running coastal fishing workshop weeks which enable students to put into practice skills learned during their Get Hooked class lessons. Get your local school involved for more information see community programs section pages 14-15. Habitat action program A range of actions are being funded to protect and repair important fish habitat. Activities include removing barriers to fish migration, replanting and protecting river bank vegetation and restoring tidal flows in order to provide good water quality, healthy habitats and fisheries. Marine stocking NSW DPI has now completed an environmental assessment and feasibility study of a state-wide marine fish stocking program.
Going rock fishing fish safely! Rock fishing is popular but can be dangerous. Ensure your safety and check out www. safefishing.com.au for some tips to keep safe while rock fishing. Angel rings (life buoys) continue to be installed by the Australian National Sportfishing Association (NSW Branch) at popular rock fishing locations. For more information on angel ring locations, check www.angelrings.com.au. Get your free DVDs on fishing safely when: n Rock fishing n Freshwater fishing n Spearfishing Go to the safefishing website or, email info@safefishing.com.au.
Fisheries Officers Trust funded field officers are based in many regions throughout NSW to maximise compliance with fishing rules and provide advisory services to recreational fishers. Essential recreational research Activities include:
n Recreational fishing surveys.
n Biology and behaviour of popular
recreational species. n Fishing tournament monitoring. want to find out more information? Check our website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries.
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want to apply for funding? More information and the application package can be found on the website at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries or phone (02) 6691 9681.

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recreational Fishing Havens
recreational Fishing Havens Thirty Recreational Fishing Havens, areas largely free of commercial fishing, were created along the NSW coast to provide better angling opportunities for recreational fishers. Money raised from the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee enabled a $20 million buyout to create the havens. The havens also promote tourism and create employment in the local areas.
Locations and areas

Tweed river
Downstream from Boyds Bay Bridge and from south of Rocky Point east to Fingal Road. Wommin Lake, Wommin Lagoon and six canal estates beyond that area are also recreational fishing only (i.e. Seagulls Canal, Tweed West Canals, Blue Water Canals, Crystal Waters Canal, Endless Summer Canal Estate, Oxley Cove). Back Lake (Back Lagoon) Bega river Bellinger river (including Kalang River) Bermagui river Lake Brunderee Burrill Lake Lake Conjola Dalmeny Lake (also known as Mummaga Lake) Deep Creek Hastings river Little Lake (also known as Little Tilba Lake and Hoyers Lake) Lake Macquarie Meroo Lake narrawallee Inlet nelson Lake (Nelson Lagoon) nullica river Pambula river St Georges Basin Lake Tabourie Tomaga river Tuross Lake (including Tuross River and Borang Lake) Towamba river (also known as Kiah River) wonboyn Lake, river and Beach (to 500 metres from mean high water level) Yowaka river
richmond river
Downstream from a line drawn east across the Richmond River from the south eastern corner of portion 21 which is the river end of Emigrant Point Lane beside the flood gate. Commercial trapping and eel trapping is permitted in the river and Emigrant Creek upstream from the Burns Point Ferry. Commercial Sea Mullet hauling is allowed within the Recreational Fishing Haven - adjacent to Shaws Bay below the Missingham Bridge - from 1 April to 31 July each year. Commercial netting is not permitted from Tatham Bridge upstream toNorco Weirat Casino.
Clarence river
1) Middle Wall - a 2 kilometre stretch at the Clarence River mouth near Yamba (commercial hauling during the mullet travelling season - April to August - will still be permitted in this area). 2) Romiaka Bridge - waters adjacent to the Romiaka Channel Road Bridge, just outside Yamba. 3) Oyster Channel Bridge - waters adjacent to Oyster Channel Road Bridge, near Yamba. 4) Entrance of Saltwater Inlet - a 300 metre stretch of river on the eastern side of North Arm, between Arris Island and Saltwater Inlet, near Iluka.
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Camden Haven river

Downstream from Dunbogan Bridge and North Haven Bridge (including Gogleys Lagoon).
Manning river
Downstream from Ghinni Ghinni and Berady Creek (including Scotts Creek).
Botany Bay
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Refer to the website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries for local area maps.
richmond river 8sq km from the mouth of the Richmond River to Emigrant Creek.
Tweed river 4sq km from the mouth of the Tweed River to Boyds Bay bridge and from Rocky Point east to Fingal Road, including canal estates. Clarence river Four locations within the river a 2km stretch at middle wall, around Romiaka bridge and Oyster Channel bridge, and a spot at the entrance of Saltwater Inlet.
north Coast Plenty of good fishing. Richmond River around Ballina for whiting and luderick; the lower parts of the Tweed River for mulloway, trevally and tailor; and the Hastings River at Port Macquarie for bream.
Bellinger/Kalang rivers Deep Creek
Hastings river Camden Haven river Down from Dunbogan and North Haven bridges including Gogleys Lagoon. Manning river Downstream from Ghinni Ghinni and Berady Creek, including Scotts Creek.
Central Coast or newcastle Check out Lake Macquarie for flathead, bream and whiting.
Lake Macquarie
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Botany Bay
Sydney Try Botany Bay. Its a top spot for bream, luderick, kingfish and tailor.
Tomaga river Dalmeny (or Mummaga Lake)
St Georges Basin, Lake Conjola narrawallee Inlet, Burrill Lake Lake Tabourie, Meroo Lake Tuross Lake/Tuross river, Lake Brunderee Little Lake (or Little Tilba Lake and Hoyers Lake), Bermagui river
nelson Lake, Bega river Back Lake, Pambula river Yowaka river, nullica river Towamba river (or Kiah river) wonboyn Lake, river and Beach
South Coast Wide choice of lakes and estuaries. St Georges Basin for flathead, leatherjackets and blue swimmer crabs; Tuross Lake for flathead, tailor and mulloway; Bermagui and Bega Rivers are renowned for bass, bream and tailor.
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Community programs
Community programs Your fishing fee supporting community programs Do you have a passion for fishing and would like to contribute to protecting our aquatic environment? Why not become a Fishcare Volunteer? The NSW DPI Fishcare Volunteer Program is funded by the NSW Government through the recreational fishing trust. As a volunteer you will be helping to create better awareness among anglers and the wider community about sustainable recreational fishing. Volunteers provide assistance in activities such as childrens fishing workshops, angler education, habitat rehabilitation, assisting in research programs and advisory displays at trade shows and field days. Volunteers also assist on the water in dedicated Fishcare boats. The program continues to grow with over 350 volunteers across NSW, participating in around 400 events per year and making over 40,000 contacts.
Help take a kid fishing NSW DPI fishing workshops are coordinated by fisheries education officers with assistance from Fishcare Volunteers, and some fishing club members. Each year, volunteers assist around 7,000 anglers between the ages of 8-14 years learn the basics of fishing. They teach hands-on fishing techniques such as casting, rigging, and safe handling of fish at a local fishing spot. Fishing workshops also teach young children about good fishing practices, the importance of protecting our fishing resources, threatened species and aquatic habitat. Assist at your local school The NSW DPI Get Hooked Its Fun to Fish program encourages children to take an active role in the management of their waterways and fish stocks. Aimed at primary school students, each year around 5,000 kids from around 70 schools are introduced to saltwater
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and freshwater fishing, the significance of aquatic life and life-cycles, catch and release skills, and the importance of sustaining quality fish habitat while practising safe and responsible fishing behaviours. Fishcare Volunteers are a valuable resource for teachers, especially in the fishing workshop component of the program. To volunteer you will need to be available on some weekdays between 9am-3pm. who can become a volunteer? If you are over 18 years of age and can assist around one day per month, you can apply to become a volunteer. Conditions apply. Fishcare Volunteers have no enforcement powers. If you would like more information about these programs or would like to apply to become a Fishcare Volunteer, please visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries or email fishcare@dpi.nsw.gov.au.
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responsible fishing NSW DPI promotes responsible fishing practices. The following guidelines can be applied whether you take fish for the table or release your fish. n Only catch sufficient fish for your immediate needs. Release all others using best practice catch and release techniques. Remember all fish, including scavengers, are important to the ecosystem. n If you retain your catch, dispatch all fish and invertebrates swiftly and humanely. To avoid wastage always chill your catch immediately with ice. n Dispose of all litter and fish waste responsibly. n Be considerate of others and keep noise to a minimum, especially in residential areas. n Use environmentally friendly fishing tackle such as lead-alternative sinkers, biodegradable line and non-stainless hooks where possible. reduce wildlife injuries Birds, turtles, platypus and other aquatic animals can be accidentally injured by discarded fishing tackle and unattended fishing gear such as crab traps and nets. To reduce injuries: n Avoid using unattended lines and check your crab traps and nets regularly. Reducing set time for any fishing gear reduces the chances of harm to accidentally caught aquatic animals. n Using crab traps and nets when fishing towards an estuarys headwaters has a higher risk of interacting with platypus. Please be extra vigilant, check traps and nets regularly and consider moving gear further downstream. n Avoid bird feeding and nesting areas. n Avoid using stainless steel hooks. n Collect and dispose of any discarded fishing line, other gear or rubbish. n Cut discarded fishing line into small pieces to avoid entanglement in case birds and other animals scavenge rubbish bins. n Dont leave anything behind. Even plastic bags can prove fatal when sea turtles mistake them for natural jellyfish prey.
n Act responsibly when you have reached your bag limit and you remain at the fishing grounds. Ensure any additional fish caught have the best chance of survival once released. If you are fishing deep water, consider moving to a different location to reduce potential discard mortality. For more information visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/ fisheries. Catch and release fishing Recent NSW DPI research has shown that most fish survive using current catch and release techniques with the main factors found to reduce survival being deep hooking and poor handling (see adjacent table). The tips on following pages will help to maximise the survival of angler released fish.
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Catch and release fish survival results Species Australian Bass Per cent survival 92-100 Main factors for reduced survival Deep hooking.
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Dusky Flathead
91-96
Poor handling and sub-optimal live well water quality.
Luderick
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Poor handling.
Mulloway
73-81
Deep hooking and poor handling.
Sand whiting
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Deep hooking.
Silver Trevally
68-98
Excessive time in poorly designed live wells.
Snapper
67-92
Deep hooking and poor handling.
Tailor
92
Deep hooking.
Yellowfin Bream
72-97
Deep hooking.
Yellowtail Kingfish
85
Deep hooking.
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Maximising fish survival To maximise fish survival when practising catch and release, it is important to follow a few simple rules: n Use methods and rigs that reduce deep hooking.
n Target fish using artificial lures.
n Choose non-offset circle hooks when
using bait. n Minimise the length of time the fish is out of the water and swiftly unhook. n Try to remove hooks and release fish as quickly as possible. The use of needle-nosed pliers or hook retrieving devices can greatly reduce time spent unhooking. n Remove hooks from mouth-hooked fish. n Ideally unhook fish while they are still in the water. n If the fish is hooked deeply, cut the line as close as possible to the fishs mouth rather than removing the hook. n Compared to removing swallowed hooks from bream and Mulloway,
simply cutting the line increases shortterm survival from 12 per cent to more than 85 per cent. n Up to 76 per cent of released line-cut, gut-hooked bream shed hooks within around three weeks. n Use fish-friendly landing nets with knotless mesh. n Avoid knotted landing nets which may damage the fishs scales, skin, eyes and fins.
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n If live wells are used, ensure they are of sufficient size and maintain good water quality by using a flow through, aerated
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system. This is especially important during the summer months when water temperatures are high. n Poorly designed live wells reduce fish survival particularly Silver Trevally where survival dropped from 98 per cent to 63 per cent. Other practices to help increase survival n Use suitable tackle for the species that you are targeting and minimise the time spent to land the fish. n Handle fish firmly and carefully. Avoid dropping fish on to the bottom of boats and other hard surfaces. Remember many surfaces, especially metal, can become very hot in the sun. n Use wet hands or wet gloves when handling a fish to minimise damage to its skin. n A smooth, wet surface such as vinyl covered foam is best to lay fish on if they are removed from the water.
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n Carefully return fish to the water. Do not throw them. Take care to revive any fish upon release if they appear exhausted (struggling to hold themselves upright and/or unable to swim away). n Gently hold or push the fish through the water so that it obtains a good flow of water over its gills. If there is any water current, hold the fish upright facing towards the current until it starts to show signs of recovery.
n Use barbless hooks or hooks with reduced barbs to make hook removal easier and minimise hook damage. n This can be achieved by squeezing barbs down with pliers, or filing down larger barbs.
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n If you are going to take photos of your fish before release, support the fish properly. n Do not hold fish by the gills, eyes or unsupported by the jaw. n Avoid lifting very large fish from the water.
How to use circle hooks Circle hooks have been shown to increase the survival of angler released fish. With their success already proven for many game fish species, the hooks are now used increasingly for many other common recreational species
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including bream, flathead and kingfish. Circle hooks bring about many benefits for anglers, but they do require a few minor changes to your normal fishing techniques. n Do not bury your hook (particularly with tough baits), lightly hook the bait so that the point and barb are exposed or bridle the bait.
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n When using soft baits like peeled prawn or bread it is not so important to expose the hook as fish will crush the bait during the bite and become hooked. n Do not strike at the fish, allow the fish time to take the bait into its mouth and then apply slow and steady pressure to set the hook in the mouth area. The fish often hook themselves.
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n Non-offset circle hooks are recommended for the best mouth-hooking results. n Use a de-hooker or needle-nosed pliers to help with unhooking.
fish to depth If no other option is available vent the fish to release the expanded gases This technique requires considerable experience to carry out successfully without inadvertently damaging internal organs as the size and location of the swim bladder varies from species to species. Avoid puncturing the stomach if it is protruding from the mouth; it will return to normal when the fish returns to depth. More information on these techniques is available under best practice at: www.recfishingresearch.org/category/ practices.
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Barotrauma Fish may suffer from barotrauma injuries when they are caught from deep water. Barotrauma occurs as a result of the expansion of gases in the swim bladder and other organs as the fish are not able to adjust to the rapid decrease in water pressure when they are pulled towards the surface. The effects and severity of barotrauma injuries increase with depth of capture and susceptibility varies between fish species. Physical symptoms of fish suffering from barotrauma can include: n an inflated abdomen, n bulging eyes, n the stomach protruding from the mouth and n intestines protruding from the anus. Returning the fish to capture depth is crucial in maximising the post-release survival of barotrauma-affected fish. n Release your fish quickly with minimal time out of water. This provides the fish with a good chance to return to depth without any treatment n If the fish is displaying barotrauma symptoms and unable to swim down: n Use a release weight to help return the
Oyster leases The NSW oyster industry supports valuable regional employment and investment. Please ensure that your vessel, your vessels wash and your fishing tackle does not interfere with any part of an oyster lease, including the oysters. Hooks and lures abandoned on oyster sticks, baskets and trays may cause serious injury to oyster industry workers so please fish responsibly around oyster leases. Charter boat fishing Charter boat operators providing fishing trips for anglers in NSW estuaries and ocean waters need a licence to operate their business. You will recognise a licensed NSW charter fishing boat by distinctive markings on the boat the letters CFB followed by a number. These experienced charter fishing operators usually provide all fishing equipment and are also keen to provide advice and assist with your fishing activities to help you learn more about fishing. It is illegal for an unlicensed boat to be used for charter fishing in NSW. Make sure the boat has a current NSW DPI charter fishing boat licence and NSW Roads and Maritime Services survey before you board it. If you have any concerns contact your local NSW DPI fisheries office or for more information and a
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list of charter fishing operators, visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. Catch and release mats for recreational fishers A catch and release measuring mat has been designed to help fishers accurately record their catch. The mat includes full colour illustrations
of the most popular species of fish and conversion tables so approximate weight can be estimated from length measurement. The catch and release mats are available for purchase, contact 1800 028 374 or visit our website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries.

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Converting fish lengths to weights Fish biologists have calculated length and weight relationships for some popular fish species which can be used to estimate the weight of a fish by measuring its length. Please note that these figures are estimates only and individual fish weight can vary depending on age, sex, season and recent feeding activity. Measuring length Fork length measurements have been used for Yellowfin Bream, Yellowtail Kingfish, Snapper, Australian Bass
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Sand Whiting, Tailor and Australian Salmon in the conversion tables and total length used for Australian Bass, Dusky Flathead and Mulloway. Fork length is measured from the snout to the fork of the tail. Total length is measured from the snout to the tip of the tail. remember: Legal length is the total length measurement of the fish. If you retain your catch, dispatch all fish and invertebrates swiftly and humanely. Dusky Flathead
Total length used for both legal length measurements and weight calculation. Total Length (cm) 25 26 27 28 29 30
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Total length used for both legal length measurements and weight calculation. Total Length (cm) 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 52 54 56 Weight (kg) 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.1 1.2 Total Length (cm) 58 60 62 64 66 68 70 72 74 76 78 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 Weight (kg) 1.3 1.5 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.5 2.7 2.9 3.2 3.5 3.8 4.6 5.5 6.6 7.8 9.1 10.6
Weight (kg) 0.3 0.3 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4
Total Length (cm) 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60
Weight (kg) 1.5 1.6 1.8 1.9 2.1 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.7 2.9 2.9 3.0 3.2 3.4 3.7 3.9 4.1 4.3
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Snapper
Juvenile Snapper
Fork Length (cm) 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 68 70
Weight (kg) 1.3 1.5 1.7 2.0 2.2 2.5 2.8 3.1 3.4 3.8 4.1 4.5 4.9 5.4 5.8 6.3
Fork Length (cm) 72 74 76 78 80 82 84 86 88 90 92 94 96 98 100
Weight (kg) 6.9 7.4 8.0 8.6 9.2 9.8 10.5 11.2 12.0 12.7 13.5 14.4 15.2 16.1 17.1
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Adult Snapper
Fork length for weight calculation Fork Length (cm) 30 31 32 33 34 Weight (kg) 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.9 Fork Length (cm) 35 36 37 38 39 Weight (kg) 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3
Sand whiting Total length for legal length measurement Fork Length (cm) 31 32 33 Fork length for weight calculation Fork Length (cm) 25 26 27 Weight (kg) 0.1 0.1 0.2 Fork Length (cm) 28 29 30 Weight (kg) 0.2 0.2 0.2 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Weight (kg) 0.2 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 Fork Length (cm) 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Weight (kg) 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0

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Tailor
Converting fish lengths to weights
Total length for legal length measurement
Fork Length (cm) 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58
Weight (kg) 0.7 0.7 1.0 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.5 2.8
Fork Length (cm) 60 62 64 66 68 70 72 74 76 78 80
Weight (kg) 3.0 3.4 3.8 4.2 4.6 5.0 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.1 7.7
Fork length for weight calculation Fork Length (cm) 30 32 Weight (kg) 0.3 0.4 Fork Length (cm) 34 36 Weight (kg) 0.5 0.6
Yellowtail Kingfish Total length for legal length measurement Fork Length (cm) 74 76 Fork length for weight calculation
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Weight (kg) 5.2 5.6 6.1 6.5 7.0 7.6 8.1 8.7 9.3 9.9 10.6 11.3 12.0
Fork Length (cm) 100 105 110 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150 155 160
Weight (kg) 12.8 14.8 17.0 19.4 22.0 24.9 28.0 31.4 35.0 38.9 43.0 47.5 52.0
78 80 82 84 86 88 90 92 94 96 98
Fork Length (cm) 60 61 62 63 64 65 66
Weight (kg) 2.8 2.9 3.0 3.2 3.4 3.5 3.7
Fork Length (cm) 67 68 69 70 71 72 73
Weight (kg) 3.8 4.0 4.2 4.4 4.6 4.8 5.0
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Yellowfin Bream Total length for legal length measurement Fork Length (cm) 33 34 35 36 37 Fork length for weight calculation 38 39 Fork Length (cm) 25 26 27 28 Weight (kg) 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 Fork Length (cm) 29 30 31 32 Weight (kg) 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 Mulloway Weight (kg) 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.1 2.2 2.4 Fork Length (cm) 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 Weight (kg) 2.5 2.7 2.9 3.1 3.2 3.4 3.6 3.8 4.1 4.3 4.5 4.8 5.1 5.3
Australian Salmon Fork length for legal length measurement
Total length used for both legal length measurements and weight calculation.
Fork length for weight calculation Fork Length (cm) 30 33 36 40 42 45 48 51 Weight (kg) 0.4 0.6 0.7 0.9 1.2 1.5 1.8 2.1 Fork Length (cm) 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 75 Weight (kg) 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.1 4.7 5.4 6.1 6.9
Total Length (cm) 45 48 49 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80
Weight (kg) 1.0 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.8 3.3 3.9 4.6 5.4
Total Length (cm) 84 88 92 100 108 112 120 130 140 150 160
Weight (kg) 6.2 7.1 8.1 10.3 12.9 14.4 17.6 22.3 27.7 34.0 41.1
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Fishing safely/safe boating
Fishing safely
Going rock fishing
Fishing, especially rock fishing, can be dangerous. Follow these basic safety tips at all times when rock fishing: n never fish by yourself. Fish in a group of a least three people and within sight of each other. If someone is washed in, one person can stay and help while the other alerts emergency services (dial 000). n Inform others of your plans. Always let friends or family know where you are going and when you wilI be back. n wear light clothing. Light clothing such as shorts and a spray jacket will let you swim easily If you are washed in. Jumpers may be heavy and difficult to take off. n wear appropriate footwear. Cleats, sandals and sandshoes with non slip soles suit different surfaces. Use the appropriate shoes for the conditions. n Carry safety gear. Wear a life jacket or buoyancy vest. Also bring something buoyant that can be easily thrown and held to help you stay afloat. Carry ropes, a float and torches. n Fish only in places you know are safe and never fish in exposed areas during rough or large seas. Make sure you are aware of local weather, swell and tidal conditions before going fishing. Listen to weather forecasts or call the weather information line on 1900 937 107. Be aware that conditions may change dramatically in a short period of time. n Observe first, fish later. Spend some time (at least 30 minutes) watching your intended spot before fishing to get an idea of the conditions over a full swell/wave cycle. Wave conditions can get worse as the tide changes - you should know whether the tides are high or low and coming in or going out. n Plan an escape route in case you are washed in. Stay calm, if you are washed in, swim away from the rocks and look for a safe place to come ashore or stay afloat and wait for help to arrive.
n Stay alert. Never ever turn your back on the sea, if the waves, weather or swell threaten your fishing spot then leave immediately. n Ask for advice from locals who know the area. They will always tell you when an area is dangerous. n Do not jump in if someone is washed into the water. Use your rope or something that floats to rescue the person. If there is an angel ring nearby know how to use it. Dial 000 to alert emergency services to get help. A rock fishing safety DVD is available free of charge from the following websites www. safefishing.com.au or www.rfansw.com.au, by emailing info@safefishing.com.au. Safe spearfishing Spearfishing can be a particularly dangerous form of recreational fishing. A few key safety tips include: n Never hyperventilate. Shallow water blackout is a real danger. n Never spearfish alone and always inform others of your fishing plans. n Always dive with a buddy in sight of you at all times and practice the one diver up, one diver down rule n Never point your speargun at anyone (including yourself ) for any reason. n Avoid carrying spearguns through crowded areas. n Always handle your speargun as if it is loaded. n Never load your speargun while out of the water. Always load and unload your speargun while in the water. n Avoid propeller strike. To alert other vessels in the vicinity that there are divers on the surface ensure your safety vessel clearly displays the international diver-down flag A and that all divers in the water are towing a highly visible float with a safety flag attached.
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These two images were taken eight minutes apart on a rock platform at Coogee.

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Fishing safely/safe boating
Safe boating Any person who drives a recreational powered vessel on NSW waterways at a speed of 10 knots or more must hold a current Roads and Maritime Services Boat Drivers Licence. It is important to stay safe when out on the water. Detailed advice on safe boating is available in the Roads and Maritime Services publication Boating Handbook. The booklet, as well as further information, can be obtained by calling the Roads and Maritime infoline on 131 256 or by checking website www.rms.nsw.gov.au. Key safe boating tips include: n You must comply with all Roads and Maritime Services requirements including the new lifejacket rules. Visit www.rms.nsw. gov.au for more information. n Dont go overboard with alcohol. The blood alcohol limit on the water is the same as on the roads - 0.05% but be careful. The wind, waves and the sun combine to multiply the effects of alcohol. Your chances of disorientation and drowning are increased. n Ensure the vessel is seaworthy and fuel tanks full. Check batteries beforehand and run the auxiliary motor periodically. n Ensure the vessel is fully equipped for emergencies.
Children under 12 must wear a lifejacket at most times. n If possible, fish with another vessel. In an emergency the other can help or radio for help.
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n If a front approaches or the weather changes suddenly head back to shore. n Avoid navigating close to commercial oyster leases which are marked by vertical white posts and signs. The location of oyster lease areas can be found on NSW Roads and Maritime Boating Maps and on Australian Navigation Charts. For personal safety, recreational boaters, fishers and spearfishers are advised to remain outside oyster lease areas. For more information on safe boating and safe fishing, please visit www.rms.nsw.gov.au and www.safefishing.com.au. Bar crossings Bar crossings can be dangerous and require
utmost care.
n Use a tide chart and check the weather.
n Avoid crossing a bar on an ebb or a runout tide when the most dangerous wave conditions usually occur. n Wear a lifejacket each time crossing the bar. n On approaching the bar, stop and watch the wave pattern. Look for a flat period and proceed when safe. n Do not go if in doubt or if you lack experience. It is not worth your life and perhaps the lives of others just for a day of fishing. n Try to take any waves as close to head on as possible. n When coming back in over a bar, try to remain on the back of a larger wave and avoid surfing down any wave face.
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n Know how the safety gear works. Make sure everyone knows where it is stowed and how to use it. n Let someone know your expected time of return. If going out to sea, advise the local coastal patrol as you leave port. n Take plenty of food and water. n Wear non-slip shoes and take waterproof jackets and warm clothing. n Know when you and your passengers need to wear a lifejacket including: When crossing a bar When on a vessel less than 4.8m in open water, at night or when alone n At other times of heightened risk
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what lifejacket am I required to wear on my recreational vessel? Boating activity/ vessel type Situation
n At all times in a vessel under 4.8 m n When in an open area of a vessel
Lifejacket options
Children under 12 years of age
4.8 m to 8 m that is under way: n On enclosed water

n On open (ocean) waters n On alpine waters n All occupants on enclosed waters when: n Boating at night n Boating alone
type 1, 2 or 3 type 1 type 1 or 2 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1
On all boats less than 4.8 m (unless specified below)
n At all times on open waters n At all times if the vessel is being used
more than 400 m from the shore to transport persons or goods between the shore and a vessel, or between vessels.
n At all times on alpine waters
type 1, 2 or 3 type 1 or 2 type 1 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1 or 2 type 1 or 2
When wearing waders All towing Canoes and kayaks
All vessels on alpine waters Anyone being towed at all times on all waters
n On enclosed waters more than 100 m from
shore
n On open waters at all times n On alpine waters at all times
Off the beach sailing vessel (e.g. catamaran and centreboard boats) Sailboarding
All occupants on open and alpine waters at all times When more than 400 m from shore: n On enclosed waters
n On open and alpine waters
type 1, 2 or 3 nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide type 1 or 2
Kiteboarding
When more than 400 m from shore and kiting alone: n On open waters
n On enclosed waters at all times n On open and alpine waters at all times n Tow-in-surfer on open waters
type 1, 2 or 3 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1 or 2 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1*
PWC (jetski)
Crossing coastal bars Skippers responsibility
All vessels, everyone on board When the skipper considers a heightened risk situation exists: n On enclosed waters
n On open and alpine waters
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Food safety Many people enjoy eating the fish and seafood they catch. If you intend to eat your catch, there are some important tips to follow to be able to enjoy your catch and avoid causing illness. Like all fresh food from animals, seafood needs to be handled carefully to minimise the risk of food poisoning. Tips for fishing Important tips for catching or collecting seafood include: n Keep fresh seafood cold and covered by putting in ice or a refrigerator straight away. n Keep equipment clean. n Dont let recreational seafood or bait drip on to other food. n Only catch or collect seafood when water quality is good. Remember that water quality can change and not all harmful things can be seen with the naked eye. Check the current waterway status for: n Known algal red alerts via n Local signs n Local media n The NSW Office of Water website: www.water.nsw.gov.au, or n Telephone 1800999457 n Fishing closures related to food safety, issued by NSW DPI via website: www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. n Avoid collecting and eating shellfish recreationally. If you choose to collect and eat shellfish such as mussels or oysters do not collect after heavy rainfall. Runoff water following heavy rainfall carries pollution into waterways, sometimes including sewage. Wait three weeks after heavy rainfall to reduce the risk of bacterial and viral contamination. Dont collect pipis Collecting pipis by recreational fishers for human consumption is prohibited in NSW. A maximum of 50 pipis is permitted to be collected for bait and within 50 m of the high tide mark (see page 61 for additional
Food safety
restrictions). Pipis and cockles may contain toxins due to natural algal blooms. The blooms are not always visible. Tips for safe eating n Always cook recreational seafood thoroughly. In particular, never eat raw shellfish which has been collected recreationally as they are not subject to the same strict food safety controls as commercially harvested shellfish. n Do not eat fish which have washed up on beaches and shorelines. Mass fish kills can sometimes see numbers of dead or dying fish appear along the coastline. The cause of death is often unknown and consumption of these fish can be a health risk. n Remember that cooking will not destroy or remove toxins which might be present in seafood from poor quality waters. Eating seafood contaminated with toxins can result in serious illness or death. red alert algal warnings and visible blooms Some algae produce harmful toxins that can build up in marine shellfish such as mussels, oysters and crustacea such as crabs or prawns. Algal blooms can appear as water discolouration including red, green, yellow, brownish or an oily or milky appearance. Scum may form on the water surface. The water may have a musty, earthy or pungent smell. Some other blooms are not visible but are highly toxic even at low levels. n Do not collect shellfish, gastropods or crustacea such as crabs or prawns from waters affected by algal blooms. n For further background on the risks of toxic algal blooms go to www.whoi.edu/redtide. Fishing closures Do not take seafood listed in a NSW DPI food safety closure notice. Some waterways have been contaminated by industrial pollution and are not suitable for catching or collecting seafood. Sewage spills sometimes contaminate waters with harmful bacteria and viruses. Sewage spills are especially high risk for shellfish.
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Sydney Harbour and Parramatta river Due to elevated levels of dioxins detected in some fish and seafood in Sydney Harbour/Port Jackson and the Parramatta River: n No fish or seafood caught recreationally west of Sydney Harbour Bridge should be eaten; catches should be released. n Fish or seafood caught recreationally east of Sydney Harbour Bridge should be limited generally to no more than 150 gms per month, or to the amounts in the dietary advice for each species. For further information go to www. foodauthority.nsw.gov.au/sydneyharbour. n It is prohibited to collect shellfish such as mussels, oysters, pipis and cockles from Sydney Harbour. All commercial fishing in Sydney Harbour/ Port Jackson has been halted. Be mercury aware Mercury in fish Australian Dietary Guidelines advise eating one or two fish meals per week for good health. Most fish caught in Australia are low in mercury, but some fish have higher mercury levels so its best to know the mercury levels of different types of fish and how often to eat each type.
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Marlin
Shark
Swordfish
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand has found it is safe for all population groups to eat 2-3 serves per week of most types of fish. However, consumption of billfish (Swordfish and Marlin), Shark (flake), Orange Roughy and Catfish should be limited to the amounts in the table below. Pregnant women, women planning pregnancy and young children can continue to consume a variety of fish as part of a healthy diet. However they should limit their consumption of certain species which are higher in mercury because too much mercury can harm developing nervous systems. Check the table below to select fish safely. More information For more information from the NSW Food Authority phone 1300 552 406 or check the websites at www.foodauthority.nsw.gov.au or www.foodstandards.gov.au. rest of the population
Pregnant women and women planning pregnancy 1 serve equals 150 grams
Children (up to 6 years) 1 serve equals 75 grams
1 serve equals 150 grams 2 3 serves per week of any fish and seafood not listed in the column below OR 1 serve per week of Shark (Flake) or Billfish (Swordfish / Broadbill and Marlin) and no other fish that week
2 3 serves per week of any fish and seafood not listed below OR 1 serve per week of Orange Roughy (Sea Perch) or Catfish and no other fish that week OR 1 serve per fortnight of Shark (Flake) or Billfish (Swordfish / Broadbill and Marlin) and no other fish that fortnight
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Knots and rigs
Knots and rigs Palomar knot. The Palomar knot is quick to tie and forms a strong knot. It is a general-purpose connection used in joining fishing lines to swivels, snaps, hooks and artificial lures. The double wrap provides a protective cushion for added strength.
1. Double the line and form a loop about 10 cms long. Pass it through the eye of the hook.
2. Form an overhand knot on the eye of the hook.
3. Extend the loop and pass it over the hook.
4. Moisten the knot before pulling tight. Trim the tag when complete.
Uni knot or Grinner knot. This is an excellent knot for connecting hooks and swivels to the end of fishing lines. A very dependable knot even for deep sea fishing. Use more wraps with lighter line, less with heavier line. It can also be used to attach your fishing line to your reel by passing the line around the back of the spool rather than through the eye of the hook.
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1. Thread line through eye.
C
2. Make this configuration.
3. Begin wrapping loop C with tag A.
4. Continue wrapping four to six times.
A B
5. Moisten the line and form a knot by pulling tag A against loop C.
6. As you continue to pull on the tag all of the spirals in the tag are transferred to the loop D.
7. This forms a slipping knot and loop.
8. The loop C disappears as the knot slides down on to the eye.
Perfection loop. Of many loops used to attach flies and lures, the Perfection loop is favoured because it lays relatively straight and does not point out to the side. It is tricky to tie so follow the instructions carefully.
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1. Make a simple overhand knot in the leader and thread the tag through the eye of the lure or fly.
2. Pass the tag back through the overhand knot alongside the other strand.
3. Now bend the tag back so it goes back up through the knot as shown. The sequence is over, over, under, over, under.
4. Moisten the knot before pulling tight. Trim the tag.
Double uni knot. This is a useful knot for joining two lines.
1. Overlap the lines to be joined then encircle one line with the tag of the other.
2. Wrap the double strand inside the formed loop.
3. Make four wraps in all.
4. Do the same with the other line so the knot in each line is tied around the other.
5. Moisten the line and tighten each knot in turn.
6. Draw the knots together, tighten once more, then trim the tags.
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Albright knot. This is a particularly useful knot for joining braid to a nylon leader.
Knots and rigs
1. Double the end of a heavier monofilament leader and thread your lighter line through and around the loop.
2. Wrap down the loop with the lighter line.
3. Make five wraps down and

work back wrapping over the
originals.
4. After making five wraps in each direction thread the tag back through the loop.
5. Use gentle pressure on both leaders and tags to partially close the knot.
6. As the knot tightens let both tags go, moisten the knot and use firm pressure on line against leader.
7. Finally, close the knot and trim the tags.
Cats paw. This is a useful knot to attach a double to a swivel.

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5.
1. Pass the loop end of a double through the eye of a snap swivel and then pass the swivel through the loop. 2. Fold the loop end of the double back against the standing part of the loop. 3. Rotate the swivel through the central loop thus formed. 4. Depending on the flexibility and thickness of the line, repeat the rotation between three to six times. 5. Moisten the knot before gently pulling tight to close.
Dropper loop. This is a loop which can be used to attach a hook or leader anywhere along a length of line.
1. Make a loop where the dropper is to be. Then cross the main line to form a second smaller loop. 1.
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2.
3.
2. Twist the smaller loop from both ends but alternate the twisting and holding between hands. 3. Make six complete twists (braid line) or four complete twists (monofilament). Then thread the larger loop through the middle of the smaller loop you have twisted. 4. 5.
4 and 5. Slip the knot around something solid. Moisten the knot before pulling tight. Take care not to shear off either side. The finished knot will be strong enough for most fishing needs.
Spider hitch. This knot retains around 80 per cent of monofilament line strength but only 40-60 per cent in braid lines. While not as strong as a Bimini or Plait, it is quick, easy to tie and provides a double strand to attach terminals and leaders.
1. 2. 3.
1. Determine your double or end loop size, twist a second loop just above the tag end and hold between left thumb and forefinger. 2. Wind the double around your thumb 3. Make four or five complete wraps. 4. 5. 6.
4. Pass the loop in the double through the second loop. 5. Pull gently on the double until all loops slide from your thumb (pinch thumb and finger firmly to disengage loops one at a time). 6. Moisten the loops and tension all four strands equally as the knot is pulled tight.
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running sinker rigs. A running sinker is not fixed but slides along the line until it reaches a stop or the hook. They are used where it is an advantage to let fish pick up bait without feeling the weight of a sinker. 1. The simplest rig features a small ball sinker running to the
hook but there is no provision for a heavier leader.
2. A conventional running sinker features a swivel or ring as a
sinker stop above the hook and allows a leader to be tied on below the swivel or ring. 3. The EzyRig illustrated is threaded on to line just like a sinker but the clip allows light sinkers to be swapped for heavier and vice versa.
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2. 3.
Fixed sinker rigs. A simple bottom fishing rig is the basic fixed Paternoster rig. It consists of a sinker tied or looped on to the very end of the line with one or more hooks attached above the sinker at various intervals using twisted dropper loops so they stand away from the main line and dont tangle. The use of a dropper loop to attach hooks is an easy rig to prepare and strong enough for most fishing situations. Using a swivel or ring as a tie off point results in the strongest possible rig of this type and is preferred by many fishers.
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running floats - bobby cork rig. Running floats such as a bobby cork rig have a hole through their centres just like a running sinker. In effect, they are used to present bait at a deeper depth than the length of drop which can be cast using a fixed float. When casting out the baited hooks sink to the depth pre-determined by the position of the lower ball or bean sinker on the line, whether that is 2 metres or 10 metres and below the top stopper after casting
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The waggler float. Waggler floats are by far the most diverse float design and can be used for almost all forms of fishing. The straight design of wagglers provides good buoyancy and excellent visibility at their tip. Depending on the situation a waggler can be fixed in one spot or left free to slide up and down the line. Straight wagglers as shown here are fixed to the line with two locking shot. Extra shot is added down the line for balance so that only the tip will appear above the surface.
Fixed stem floats. Stem floats consist of a thin stem with a bulbous body for added buoyancy. Most have a plastic or rubber sleeve which positions over the top of the stem to fix the float in position on the line. Steps to follow in rigging a fixed stem float are: Remove the sleeve from the stem and pass the line through it and then through the line guide at the stem base. When the required length of line has been passed through the guides, slide the sleeve back into position to fix the float on the line. With the float in position, tie on the hook and weight the line with enough split shot to keep it in an upright position in the water.

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Fishing rules: permitted methods and activities
Permitted methods and activities Fishing rules apply to help ensure healthy and sustainable fisheries for future generations. Abiding by the rules will help preserve our saltwater recreational fisheries. Plan your activity well in advance and ask about restrictions or closed areas at your local NSW DPI fisheries office. Different rules apply for freshwater fishing and you should refer to the NSW DPI Recreational Freshwater Fishing Guide. All fin fish and invertebrates such as crabs, prawns, worms, nippers and squid are subject to bag limits and many are also subject to size limits. See bag and size limit section (pages 50-63) for details. recreational equipment and maximum permitted number per person: rods or lines: 4 rods or handlines in total. Hooks per line: 3 hooks or three gangs of hooks*. rod/hand jigging line: 1 rod or handline with up to 6 single hooks with lures attached#. Bait trap: 1 trap. Hoop net or witches hat: 5 nets. Crab trap: 1 trap. Lobster trap: 1 trap. Spanner crab net: 1 net. Hand hauled prawn net: 1 net. Scissors (push) net: 1 net. Dip or scoop net: 1 net. Spear/spear gun: note:
The table provides a maximum of each gear type permitted per person in use or in possession at any time. All the specified recreational fishing equipment has additional restrictions and requirements that must be adhered to. Specific gear requirements are also provided in this section. * A gang of hooks should have no more than 5 hooks. No more than 3 trebles attached to a lure. # This gear must be used by the method of hand jigging only. This line is included in the total number of lines permitted as given above
Line fishing
n A maximum of four rods or lines can be used by any one person at any one time. n If any rods or lines are left unattended, they must be clearly marked with the fishers name and address or name and boat registration number. n A maximum of three hooks or three gangs of hooks can be attached per line. A gang of hooks should have no more than five hooks. n One line may have up to six single hooks with a lure attached to each. This line is to be used for jigging only and cannot be left unattended. n A maximum of three treble hooks can be attached to a lure. Bait trap
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n You can only use or have in your possession one trap at any time. n The maximum dimensions of a bait trap are 450 mm length x 350 mm diameter with entrance funnel no larger than 60 mm in diameter. n The trap must have a tag attached to a part of the trap which is at or above water level with dimensions not less than 80 mm x 45 mm, with initials BT, the name and address of the person who sets, uses or lifts the trap, all letters to be a minimum of 15 mm and in a colour contrasting to the tag.
Hand n Hand picking may be used to take fish. Gloves are permitted.
Knife n A single blade knife with a blade longer than it is wide may be used to help gather invertebrates.
Pliers n Pliers may be used to help gather invertebrates except on rock platforms.
Hoop nets and witches hats n Not more than five nets are to be used (or in possession) by any one person at any one time. n No more than two hoops per net (no rigid frame between them). n Diameter of hoops should be no greater than 1.25 metres. n Mesh size cannot be less than 13 mm measured on the diagonal. n Drop (length of net) cannot be more than 1 metre. n A float/buoy to be labelled with HN and the name and address of the person who sets, uses or lifts the fishing gear. The float being at least 100 mm in diameter and 50 mm above the water with all letters to be a minimum of 15 mm and in a colour contrasting to the buoy. n Hoop nets or lift nets must not have any rope floating on the surface of the water. n The net must be dropped and raised vertically through the water by hand. n The net must not be used in ocean waters. n Any rocklobsters or fin fish which are subject to a size limit must be immediately returned to the water unharmed if caught. n The same rules apply for witches hats as for hoop nets.
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Hand (nipper) pump n Hand (Nipper) pumps are commonly used to collect Saltwater Nippers. n Barrel diameter not more than 85 mm.
Landing net n May only be used as an ancillar for retriev when line fishing
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n Do not set gear in areas of high boat traffic or navigation channels. n Check your hoop nets / witches hats regularly. Reducing set time for any fishing gear reduces the chances of harm to accidentally caught aquatic animals such as platypus and turtles. n When fishing with nets towards the upper reaches of an estuary there is a higher risk of interacting with platypus. Please be extra vigilant, check nets regularly and consider moving gear further downstream. Spanner crab net n Not more than one spanner crab net can be used (or in possession) by any person at any one time. n Net must be attached to a rigid frame not exceeding 1.6 metres in length and 1 metre width. n Net must not be capable of extending more than 0.1 metre beneath the frame when the frame is suspended in a horizontal position. n The net must be lowered and raised through the water only by hand. n The net can only be used for taking of Spanner Crabs. n May only be used in ocean waters north of Korogoro Point (Hat Head). n A float/buoy to be labelled with SN and the name and address of the person who
sets, uses or lifts the fishing gear. The float being at least 100 mm in diameter and 50 mm above the water with all letters to be a minimum of 15 mm and in a colour contrasting to the buoy. There must also be a 50 gram weight attached no less than one metre below the buoy so that no rope/ line is floating on the surface of the water. Crab trap n Not more than 1 trap to be used (or in possession) by any person at any one time. n Maximum dimensions 1.2 metres length x 1 metre width x 0.5 metre depth or has a diameter not exceeding 1.6 metres at the top or bottom. n Minimum mesh size 50 mm. n No more than 4 entrances (none of which are on the top of the trap). n A float/buoy to be labelled with CT and the name and address of the person who sets, uses or lifts the fishing gear. The float being at least 100 mm in diameter and 50 mm above the water with all letters to be a minimum of 15 mm and in a colour contrasting to the buoy. There must also be a 50 gram weight attached no less than one metre below the buoy so that no rope/ line is floating on the surface of the water. n Must not be made of entanglement material. n Must not be set to impede the free passage
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of fish (2 traps cannot be set closer than 3 metres apart). Do not set gear in areas of high boat traffic or navigation channels. Check your crab trap regularly. Reducing set time for any fishing gear reduces the chances of harm to accidentally caught aquatic animals such as platypus and turtles. To minimise the impact of your crab pots on turtles and the environment, we recommend considering the following features for your crab trap: n Trap opening size: Your trap should have a maximum opening of approximately 60 cm circumference or smaller. This is a measurement of the opening/s where the crab actually enters the trap (i.e. if the trap has a funnel-type entrance/s then it is the smaller measurement of the funnel). n If the trap opening is flexible, then a barrier should be installed that will be effective in excluding turtles (e.g. cable tie or cord at the front of the trap entrance). When fishing a crab trap towards the upper reaches of an estuary there is a higher risk of interacting with platypus. Please be extra vigilant, check your trap regularly and consider moving gear further downstream. Only crabs can be taken with this trap. Crab traps must not be used in inland or ocean waters.
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Escape Gap
1.2 m
Lobster trap n Not more than one trap is to be used (or in possession) by any person at any time. n The base or floor of the trap may be either rectangular or circular. Rectangular not exceeding 1.2 metres by 1.2 metres.
Circular not exceeding 1.2 metres in
diameter.
n A float/buoy to be labelled with LT
and the name and address of the person who sets, uses or lifts the fishing gear. The float being at least 100 mm in diameter and 50 mm above the water with all letters to be
a minimum of 15 mm and in a colour contrasting to the buoy. There must also be a 50 gram weight attached no less than one metre below the buoy so that no rope/line is floating on the surface of the water. n Escape gaps are required. Either: One gap not less than 57 mm high x 500 mm wide; or two gaps not less than 57 mm wide x 250 mm wide; or three gaps not less than 57 mm high x 200 mm wide so that no part of any escape gap is more than 12 cm above the floor of the trap. n Lobster traps must not be used in inland waters or any waters more than 10 m deep (contour). n Only Rocklobsters can be taken with this trap. n Do not set gear in areas of high boat traffic or navigation channels. Prawn nets Hand hauled net n Maximum length 6 metres. n Mesh size between 30 mm-36 mm measured across the diagonal. n Must not be staked or set, or joined or placed with any other net. n Must be continuously and manually pulled through the water and not used as a stationary net.

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n Scissors (push) nets must not be used in inland waters. Dip or scoop net Prawns n Maximum diameter of hoop or ring 0.6 metres. n Minimum mesh size 20 mm measured across the diagonal. n Drop (length of net) no more than 1.25 metres. n Must be used by hand and not staked or set. n Must not be joined or placed with any other net. n Any fish caught while fishing for prawns may be kept, however bag and size limits apply. n Dip or scoop nets must not be used in inland waters.
30-36mm
n The net may be attached to up to 2 hauling lines that are not more than 2 metres in length each. n Any fish caught which are subject to a size limit must be immediately returned to the water unharmed. n Hand hauled prawn nets must not be used in inland waters. Scissors (push net) Prawns
20 mm
2.75 m
30-36mm
0.6 m
n Must be attached to a scissor-type frame. n Length of the lead or bottom line between the ends of poles must be no longer than 2.75 metres. n Mesh size between 30 mm-36 mm measured across the diagonal. n Must not be staked or set, or joined or placed with any other net. n Must be continuously and manually pulled through the water and not used as a stationary net. n Must be operated by one person only. n Only one net per person is permitted at any time. n Any fish caught which are subject to a size limit must be immediately returned to the water unharmed.
Diving and spearfishing n You may only use a hand or gloved hand to take lobster when snorkelling (ie no tools implements). n You may use spear/spear gun with snorkel equipment to take fish in NSW waters. n You may use SCUBA or hookah apparatus to take scallops and sea urchins only. n For more information on spearfishing in NSW including closed areas, download the factsheet at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries/ recreational/publications.
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note: Speargun includes spear, bow and arrow or other similar devices.
Prohibited methods and activities General You are not permitted to: n Fish in waters that are closed to fishing. Check website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/ fisheries for details. n Use any methods/gear to take fish or invertebrates that are not specified in legislation. n Take or be in possession of fish or invertebrates in excess of bag limit or of a size outside the legal size limits. All prohibited size fish must be released immediately and unharmed. n Hold prohibited size fish or fish in excess of the legal bag limit in a live well or use them for bait even if they are injured or dead on capture (e.g. undersize fish such as Tailor). If you have purchased fish or bait from a commercial vendor, retain the receipt to present to a NSW DPI fisheries officer. n Take, attempt to take, harm or be in possession of threatened or protected species. n Use a chemical or explosive device to take or assist to take fish. n Use a cast net in NSW waters.
additional invertebrate restrictions. Note: Any fish altered for any reason at any location must comply with the listed legal size. n Remove the fins of sharks while at sea. n Sell any recreational catch. n Interfere with commercial fishers or fishing gear. Line fishing You are not permitted to: n Carry excess fishing lines in, on or adjacent to waters. Spare lines should not be rigged and should be properly stowed. n Jag fish (hooking or attempting to hook fish other than through the mouth). n Use drift lines. Lines must be held in the hand or fixed to a boat or the shore.
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n Possess prohibited or excess fishing gear in, on or adjacent to waters. n Alter a fish (e.g. by filleting, removing the head or tail) until well away from the water. You may clean fish by gilling and gutting only. This rule does not apply at areas normally used for cleaning fish such as boat ramp cleaning tables; if the fish are for immediate consumption or immediate use as bait; or for fish that do not have a legal length. See invertebrates section for
n Use abalone gut as bait. This is due to the AVG virus (see page 72). Invertebrates You are not permitted to: n Retain rocklobsters, bugs or crabs carrying eggs. They must be returned to the water. It is an offence to remove any eggs. n Retain any rocklobsters caught whilst line fishing. n Collect invertebrates within intertidal protected areas such as Sydney Harbour and some zones within aquatic reserves and marine parks.
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Fishing rules: prohibited methods and activities
n Collect octopus from ocean rock platforms or from rock platforms in Sydney Harbour. n Use hammers, mattocks, chisels, crowbars, dredges or other instruments not specified in legislation.
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rocklobster, turban snail or an intertidal invertebrate) with a size limit by shucking and/or removing the head/shell/tail/claws, until well away from the water. This rule does not apply at areas normally used for cleaning invertebrates such as boat ramp cleaning tables or if the invertebrates (other than those listed above) are for immediate consumption or immediate use as bait. Note: Invertebrates used for immediate consumption or for immediate use as bait must comply with the listed legal size. n Use a spear/speargun to take crabs from intertidal rock platforms. n Take pipis, except for use as bait. Pipis can not be taken more than 50 m from the high tide water mark.
Oyster leases You are not permitted to: n Interfere with any oyster lease infrastructure n Take any stock from an oyster lease n Tie up to oyster lease marker posts or infrastructure Spearfishing You are not permitted to: n Use a spear/spear gun to take Blue, Brown or Red Groper. n Take fish with a spear/spear gun whilst using a light. n Spearfish on ocean beaches (except the last 20 metres at each end of the beach). n Spearfish using SCUBA apparatus. Please note: Many entrances, coastal lagoons and other tidal waters are closed to spearfishing. For more information on spearfishing in NSW visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries.
n Alter or shuck an abalone, rocklobster or turban snail (e.g. removing the head, shell, tail or meat), until well away from the water. Shuck any intertidal invertebrate (e.g. removing the head, shell, tail, claws or meat), until well away from the water. This rule does not apply to intertidal invertebrates (other than abalone, rocklobster or turban snail) for immediate use as bait. e.g. cunjevoi, limpets, pipis and cockles. Alter or shuck any other invertebrate not listed above (e.g. not an abalone,
How to measure fin fish and invertebrates

legal length/total length
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carapace
Fin fish To determine the legal length of a fish, the fish is measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail this is also known as the total length.
carapace Spanner Crab
measurement
Spanner Crab Spanner Crabs are measured along the body from the base of the orbital notch (eye socket) to the centre of the posterior margin of the carapace.
Abalone Abalone are measured along a straight line at the widest point of the shell.
measurement
measurement
carapace
Crab Crabs, except Spanner Crabs, are measured along the body from the notch between the two most protruding frontal teeth to the centre of the posterior margin of the carapace or shell.
rocklobster Rocklobsters are measured along the length of the carapace or head, along a straight line from the point of the union of the second antennae or large feelers to the centre of the back edge of the carapace, ignoring any attached hairs. Measuring devices for abalone, rocklobster and crabs are available from NSW DPI fisheries offices.
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Fish identification
Fish identification Some families of fish have a number of different species which can make identification difficult. It is important to know exactly what fish you catch as different regulations may apply to different species. Various reference books are available which clearly outline the defining characteristics of fishes. Some species look quite similar. The following tips have been prepared to help identify
characteristics of various fish species.
Australian Bass
Snout length shorter than Estuary Perch. Snout profile slightly concave to straight.
Estuary Perch
Snout profile concave. Dark grey and silvery on back, paler below.
Pelvic fin white at leading margin.
Dark olive/grey/green on back fading to off-white or yellowish white below.
Snout tapered and elongated (longer than bass).
All fins dark.
Dusky Flathead
Tail distinctive black spot at caudal end over a brown/grey speckled background
Tiger Flathead
Light brown to orange/brown with spots on upper body. Particularly large teeth on the roof of the mouth.
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Dark bars often visible across rear of body.
Tail lines of orange/brown spots on upper half.
Bluespotted Flathead (Sand Flathead)

Mottled brown with small, widely spaced blue spots.
Sand whiting
High first dorsal fin. Uniform body colour, no bars or blotches.
Tail lower half has 3-5 irregular dark blotches.
Black spot at base of pectoral fin.
Yellow ventral and anal fins.
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Yellowfin Bream
Body colour varies from silver to bronzy green.
Tarwhine
Underside profile of head continued as almost straight line to the anus.
Ventral and anal fins canary yellow, particularly the spines.
Head more rounded and Prominent golden lines snout not as pointed as on head and body with that of Bream. background colour silver.
Longfin Eel
Dorsal fin extends markedly forward of anal fin.
Southern Shortfin Eel

Dorsal fin extends a little forward of anal fin.
Uniform olive/ green to brown colour, distinctly blotched or mottled.
Uniform olive/ green to brown colour, no distinctive markings.
Mulloway
Dark spot above pectoral fin Tail profile rounded (convex)
Teraglin
Tail profile slightly forked (concave)
See the bag and size limits which apply to these species in the following Fin fish bag and size limits section (pages 50-59).
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Fish bag limits, size limits and closed seasons
Fin fish bag limits, size limits and closed seasons The following information is current at time of printing but some bag and size limits may change over time. It is the responsibility of fishers to ensure they are acting within the law at all times. A maximum daily bag limit of 20 applies to any species not listed below. Explanation of terms Bag limit: The maximum number of fish or invertebrates per person in possession. Figure plus asterix (*) denotes limit comprised of any single species or a combination of listed grouped species. Legal length: The minimum length of a fish unless otherwise stated. A fish which does not reach this minimum length must be immediately returned to the water (see responsible fishing section pages 16-23 for more information). Some species have maximum length restrictions to protect larger breeding females. See page 47 for how to measure fish. Possession limit: The maximum number of fish a person is allowed to have in their possession at any one time. For all saltwater species except Australian Bass and Estuary Perch the daily bag limit is also the possession limit. retained fish: All retained fish should be dispatched swiftly and humanely. note: You must not alter the length of a fish with a legal size limit by filleting or removing the head or tail until well away from the water or at a fish cleaning facility. You may only gill, gut and scale fish. Undersize fish cannot be used as bait, they must be returned to the water immediately, even if they are injured or dead. why have bag and size limits? Regulations apply to help ensure healthy and sustainable fisheries for future generations. Size limits aim to allow fish to reach maturity and complete their breeding cycle, while bag limits help make sure everyone gets a fair share of the resource and species are not overfished. Abiding by the regulations will help maintain our saltwater recreational fisheries. Australian Bass and Estuary Perch Legal length: Only 1 over 35cm.
Bag limit: 2 in total*, 4 in possession.
Closure: Zero bag limit for Australian Bass and Estuary
Perch in rivers and estuaries from 1 June to 31 August each year.
Any Australian Bass or Estuary Perch caught during this
period must be immediately returned to the water
unharmed.
Habitat: Bass migrate to saltwater to breed during the winter months. Estuary Perch live in estuaries and inlets and are most prevalent in waters south of Sydney. Good baits: Bass and perch feed aggressively on insects, small fish, crustaceans and worms. Both species respond well to artificial flies and lures. Australian Bonito Legal length: None. Bag limit: 10. Habitat: Coastal waters, bays and lower estuaries. Good baits: Pilchards, squid, small live fish or artificial lures.
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Australian Salmon Legal length: None. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Beaches, rocky headlands, inshore reefs, bays, inlets. Good baits: Baitfish, beach worms, pipis. An aggressive, schooling fish known for its sporting prowess. Salmon are a regular catch by beach fishermen using pilchards and lures.
Blue Drummer Legal length: None. Bag limit: 0 release only. Prohibited catch in all NSW waters other than Lord Howe Island Marine Park. Lord Howe Island Marine Park: 5. Habitat: Coastal and offshore rocky reefs.
Bream and Tarwhine Legal length: Black, Yellowfin Bream 25cm. Tarwhine 20cm. Bag limit: 20 in total*. Habitat: Black or Southern Bream: Creeks and estuary systems, especially in the southern half of NSW. Will tolerate brackish or even fresh water. Yellowfin or Silver Bream: Rivers, estuaries, beaches, rocky headlands, inshore reefs. Tarwhine: Favours estuaries, rocky reefs and beaches. Often found with Yellowfin Bream. Good baits: Crustaceans, molluscs, marine worms, small baitfish. Live prawns are a great bait for bream. Will also respond to small minnow lures and soft plastics.
Yellowfin Bream
Black Bream
Tarwhine
Cobia Legal length: None. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Usually found on offshore reefs but is known to frequent inshore reefs, headlands and bays. Good baits: Live bait such as yellowtail or slimy mackerel, squid or fish strips.
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Deep-Sea Fish: Hapuku (Hapuka), Banded rockcod (Bar Cod), Bass Groper, Gemfish, Blue-Eye Trevalla (Cod) Legal length: None.
Bag limit: 5 in total*, Gemfish: Only 2 and boat trip limit of 10.
Habitat: Deep offshore waters, usually on or over the
continental shelf.
Banded
Good baits: Squid, oily fish such as tuna or mackerel.
Rockcod Hapuku
Gemfish
Blue-Eye Trevalla
Bass Groper
Eastern red Scorpionfish (red rock Cod) Legal length: None.

Bag limit: 5.
Habitat: Inshore and offshore reefs.
Good baits: Pilchards, prawns, squid or fish strips.
Eel: Southern Shortfin and Longfin Legal length: Southern Shortfin Eel 30 cm. Longfin Eel 58 cm. Bag limit: 10 of each species. Habitat: Estuaries, rivers and brackish water zones. Good baits: Molluscs, marine worms.
Longfin Eel
Southern Shortfin Eel
Flathead Legal length: Dusky (Common) Flathead 36 cm. Only 1 over 70 cm. Bluespotted and Tiger Flathead 33 cm. Bag limit: Dusky (Common) Flathead 10. All other Flathead species 20 in total*. Habitat: Coastal rivers, estuaries, lakes, inlets, beaches and offshore areas. Good baits: Baitfish (live poddy mullet are a great bait), crustaceans, marine worms and fish strips. A common catch on diving lures, flies and soft plastics.
Dusky Flathead
Bluespotted Flathead
Tiger Flathead
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Flounders and Soles Legal length: Flounder 25 cm. Sole none. Bag limit: 20 in total*. Habitat: Inshore coastal and estuarine waters. Good baits: Worms, pipis, prawns, pilchards or fish strips. note: Flounder have a distinct tail. Sole have a single fin around their body. Garfish: Eastern Sea Legal length: None. Bag limit: 20. Habitat: Found in shallow coastal areas, large bays and estuaries. Good baits: Bread, pipis and worms.
Flounder
Groper: Blue, red/Brown Legal length: 30 cm. Only 1 over 60 cm. Bag limit: 2 by line only. Habitat: Rocky headlands and inshore reefs. Good baits: Red rock crabs, cunjevoi.
Blue Groper, (male)
Red/Brown Groper, (female)
Hairtail Legal length: None. Bag limit: 10. Habitat: Deep water regions in estuaries, especially in the Hawkesbury River north of Sydney. Good baits: Live yellowtail or slimy mackerel, ganged pilchards. Hairtail tend to fish best at night.
Leatherjackets Legal length: None. Bag limit: 20 in total*. Habitat: Tidal rivers, bays, inlets and over reefs extending offshore. Good baits: Prawns, squid, pilchards and fish strips.
Luderick (Blackfish) Legal length: 27 cm. Bag limit: 20. Habitat: Rocky headlands, coastal rivers and estuary systems. Good baits: Marine weeds (green weed and cabbage), bread, cunjevoi and marine worms.
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Mackerel: Spanish and Spotted Legal length: Spanish 75 cm, Spotted 60 cm.
Bag limit: 5 in total*.
Habitat: Offshore reef systems, bays, rocky headlands.
Largely restricted to northern NSW waters during the
summer season.
Good baits: Live slimy mackerel, yellowtail and tuna,
pilchards and other oily fish. Also respond well to cast
and trolled minnow and skirted lures. Sharp teeth
require the use of wire leaders.
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Mackerel
Mahi Mahi (Dolphinfish) Legal length: 60 cm. Only 1 over 110 cm. Bag limit: 10. Habitat: Oceanic waters. Commonly found around floating objects such as buoys, driftwood and seaweed. Good baits: Pilchards, fish strips, live fish or artificial lures.
Mangrove Jack Legal length: None.

Bag limit: 5.
Habitat: Mangroves and rocky structure
in estuaries and rivers. Migrate to offshore reefs when mature.
Largely restricted to northern NSW waters although an occasional capture around Sydney.
Good baits: Live mullet, yellowtail or prawns. Oily fish such as tuna and mullet. Also takes cast and
trolled deep-diving lures.
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Marlin: Striped, Black and Blue Legal length: None. Bag limit: 1 of each species. Habitat: Offshore, usually around or over the continental shelf although Black Marlin will come much closer inshore. Good baits: Live or dead slimy mackerel, yellowtail or tuna. All species will also respond well to trolled skirted lures.
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
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Morwong: Jackass and Grey (rubberlip) Legal length: 30 cm. Bag limit: 10 of each species. Habitat: Inshore/offshore reef systems. Common over areas where rock and sand mix. Good baits: Prawns, squid and fish strips.
Jackass Morwong
Grey Morwong
Morwong: red Legal length: 30 cm. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Inshore reef systems. Good baits: Prawns, squid and fish strips.
Morwong: Banded Legal length: None. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Inshore/offshore reef systems. Good baits: Prawns, squid.
Moses Snapper (Moses Perch) Legal length: None. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Around rocks, mangroves, piers and wharves in estuary systems, generally restricted to northern NSW waters. Good baits: Crustaceans, oily fish such as tuna or mullet. Also responds aggressively to small minnow lures and soft plastics.
Mullet Legal length: 30 cm Sea (Bully) only. Bag limit: 20 in total*. Habitat: Rivers and estuary systems. Migrates annually along coastline. Good baits: Bread, peeled prawns, marine worms.
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Mullet: Juvenile (for live bait only)

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Legal length: Under 15 cm Sea (Bully) only. Bag limit: 20 in total* for live bait only. Habitat: Sand flats and weed beds in rivers and estuary systems. Good baits: Bread with fine line and small hooks, although can be caught in bait traps.
Mulloway (Jewfish) Legal length: 45 cm. Only 2 over 70 cm. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Rivers/estuary systems, beaches, rocky headlands, inshore reefs. Good baits: Live squid, beach worms, mullet, baitfish and oily fish such as tuna.
Pearl Perch Legal length: 30 cm. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Frequents deep offshore waters around reefs. Most common in northern NSW waters. Good baits: Squid, prawns, baitfish.
rock Blackfish (Black Drummer) Legal length: 30 cm.

Bag limit: 10.
Habitat: Reefy areas, rocky points and headlands.
Good baits: Cunjevoi, prawns, marine weeds, bread.
Sailfish Legal length: None. Bag limit: 1. Habitat: Offshore waters, often around some sort of reef or structure. Prefers warm sub-tropical waters. Good baits: Garfish, small tuna. Often taken on rigged baits or artificial lures.
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Samsonfish and Amberjack Legal length: None. Bag limit: 5 in total*. Habitat: Inshore and offshore reefs. Good baits: Squid, live fish, fish strips and artificial lures.
Amberjack
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Sharks and rays Legal length: 91cm School Shark only. Bag limit: 5 in total*. Only 1 Tiger, Mako, Smooth Hammerhead# or Whaler/Blue Shark. 0 for Wobbegong, release only. # Only Smooth Hammerheads may be taken. Great and Scalloped Hammerheads are protected species in NSW and must be released immediately with minimal harm. Habitat: Various species occupy a diverse range of habitats including estuaries, beaches, rocky reefs and open ocean. Good baits: Most sharks and rays will respond to oily fish such as tuna. note: Scalloped and Great Hammerheads are now protected in NSW and must be released immediately with minimal harm. Snapper Legal length: 30 cm. Bag limit: 10. Habitat: Inshore and offshore reef systems. Rocky headlands and points. Smaller fish common in estuary systems and protected bays. Good baits: Squid, prawns, octopus, fish. Spearfish Legal length: None. Bag limit: 1. Habitat: Open ocean. Good baits: A pelagic predator favouring similar foods as marlin and sailfish. Not common in NSW waters.
School Shark
Wobbegong
Adult
Juvenile
Australian Sawtail (Surgeonfish) Legal length: None. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Favours rocky reefs and areas of structure inside bays and harbours. Good baits: Often caught as a by-catch by fishers targeting luderick on marine weeds. Swordfish Legal length: None. Bag limit: 1. Habitat: Deep offshore waters. Good baits: Most swordfish are caught on squid fished deep on heavy tackle at night. An occasional capture on artificial lures.
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Tailor
Legal length: 30 cm.

Bag limit: 20.
Habitat: Beaches, rocky headlands, estuaries, inshore reefs.
Good baits: Small baitfish such as pilchards and whitebait or
oily fish such as tuna. Responds aggressively to metal lures and diving minnows.
Undersize fish cannot be used as bait, they must be returned to the water immediately, even if they are injured or dead.
Teraglin Legal length: 38 cm.

Bag limit: 5.
Habitat: Inshore/offshore reefs.
Good baits: Squid, oily fish such as tuna, live slimy mackerel or yellowtail.
Trevallies Legal length: 30 cm for Silver Trevally only. Bag limit: 20 in total*. Habitat: The most common trevally in NSW waters is the Silver Trevally, which favours inshore reefs, rocky areas and bays. Good baits: Marine worms, prawns, squid and fish strips.
Silver Trevally
Tuna: Albacore, Big-Eye, Longtail, Southern Bluefin, Yellowfin Legal length: None (see below). Bag limit: 7 in total*#.
Only 2 of 90 cm or over and 5 under 90 cm
Habitat: Open ocean, sometimes found close inshore following
schools of baitfish.
Good baits: Pilchards, slimy mackerel, yellowtail. Tuna also
respond well to trolled skirted and diving lures.
# Please note: The rules relating to Southern Bluefin Tuna may change during the life of this publication. Check with your local NSW DPI fisheries office or www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries.
Yellowfin Albacore
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Southern Bluefin
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wahoo Legal length: None. Bag limit: 5 Habitat: Open ocean. Good baits: Live slimy mackerel, small tuna. Wahoo also respond aggressively towards skirted or diving lures.
Yellowtail Kingfish Legal length: 65 cm. Bag limit: 5. Habitat: Inshore and offshore reefs, rocky headlands. Good baits: Live squid/slimy mackerel/yellowtail, oily fish such as tuna. Kingfish respond well to cast and trolled lures and jigs.
whiting Legal length: 27 cm for Sand Whiting only. Bag limit: 20 in total*. Habitat: Beaches, estuaries, sandflats. Good baits: Saltwater nippers, marine worms, crustaceans.
Sand Whiting
Baitfish bag limits (excluding charter boat operators) Bag limit of 50 for each of the following: Australian Anchovy; Blue Sprat (Bluebait); Maray (Round Herring); Australian Sardine (Pilchard); Sandy Sprat (Whitebait); Blue Mackerel (Slimy Mackerel); Southern Herring.
Blue Mackerel
A bag limit of 50 comprised of any single species or a combination of: Garfish (other than Eastern Sea Garfish); Hardyhead and Silverfish; Jack Mackerel and Yellowtail Scad.
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Bag and size limits for saltwater invertebrates
Invertebrates bag and size limits Invertebrates are creatures without a backbone and include crustaceans (eg crabs, lobsters), molluscs (eg scallops, mussels, squid) and worms. Please note that you must pay the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee to catch or collect invertebrates. A maximum daily bag limit of 20 applies to any invertebrate not listed below (excluding molluscs which have a combined bag limit of 20 in total*). Bag limit: Figure plus asterix (*) denotes limit comprised of any single species or a combination of listed grouped species. note: You must not alter the length of an invertebrate with a legal size by shucking and/or removing the head/shell/tail until well away from the water. Special rules apply for abalone, rocklobster, turban snails and intertidal invertebrates (see pages 45-46 for more information). Abalone Legal length: 11.7 cm.
Bag limit: 2.
Abalone should be measured as soon as collected, before being put in a
catch bag and before leaving the water. You must not shuck (remove the
meat from the shell) in, on or adjacent to the water so your catch may be
measured if necessary.
note: To allow abalone stocks to recover following outbreaks of the aquatic parasite Perkinsis olseni, between Port Stephens and Wreck Bay Beach (Jervis Bay) abalone can only be taken on weekends and adjacent NSW public holidays. The parasite is not harmful to humans but has been a key factor in the decline of abalone stocks in these waters over recent decades. Heavy penalties apply for closure breaches.
Balmain Bug Legal length: 10 cm. Carapace measured from spike to spike at its widest point. Bag limit: 20.
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note: Bugs carrying eggs must be returned immediately to the water.

It is an offence to remove any eggs.
Beach worms Legal length: None

Bag limit: 20 in whole or part*.
Other worm species Legal length: None Bag limit: 100 in total*.
Cockles, Mussels and Pipis (Pipis for bait only) Legal length: None Bag limit: 50 in total*.
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Cockle Mussel Pipi
Note: You cannot take Pipis to eat or remove them more than 50 m from the high tide mark.
Crabs Blue Swimmer Crabs Legal length: 6 cm. Bag limit: 20. Spanner Crabs Legal length: 9.3 cm. Bag limit: 10. All other crabs Legal length: None. Bag limit: 10 in total*.
Mud (Black/ Mangrove) Crabs Legal length: 8.5 cm. Bag limit: 5.
Soldier Crabs Legal length: None. Bag limit: 100 in total*.
note: Crabs carrying eggs must be returned immediately to the water. It is an offence to remove any eggs.
Cunjevoi Legal length: None. Bag limit: 20 in total*.
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Lobsters
Bag and size limits for saltwater invertebrates
Eastern rocklobster
Legal length: Min 10.4 cm, Max 18 cm.
Bag limit: 2 in total (with Southern Rocklobster).
In any combination.
Colour: Green.
Southern rocklobster
Legal Length: Male 11 cm,
Female 10.5 cm
Bag Limit: 2 in total (with Eastern
Rocklobster). In any combination.
Colour: Red
Eastern Rocklobster
Southern Rocklobster
note: You must not shuck (remove the head/shell/tail/meat) a rocklobster in, on or adjacent to the water.
Tropical rocklobster (Ornate and Painted) Legal length: None. Bag limit: 2 in total*. Colour: Legs and antennae: Mottled black and white. Body: Various bright multiple combinations. note: Lobsters may be taken by hand or in a lobster trap (1 trap per person), but not with a hook, spear or snare. Lobsters or crabs carrying eggs must be returned immediately to the water. It is an offence to remove any eggs. Slipper Lobster (Flat)
Legal length: None.
Bag limit: 2.
Colour: Beige/grey.
Octopus Legal length: None. Bag limit: 10 in total*. Note: Octopus cannot be taken from ocean rock platforms in NSW or from rock platforms in Sydney Harbour.
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Oysters: Sydney rock, Pacific, native Legal length: None. Bag limit: 50 in total*. note: Removal of oysters from an oyster lease is theft and attracts heavy fines warning: Oysters and mussels may be contaminated through either pollution or naturally occurring algae. Eating contaminated shellfish can cause serious illness or death. Commercially grown oysters are harvested under strict guidelines to safegu public health. See pages 32-33. Prawns Legal length: None. Bag limit: 10 litres in total*.
Saltwater nippers Legal length: None. Bag limit: 100 in total*. Scallops Legal length: None. Bag limit: 50 in total*.
Sea Urchins Legal length: None. Bag limit: 10 in total*.
Squid and Cuttlefish Legal length: None. Bag limit: 20 in total*. Turban Snails and other molluscs Legal length: Sydney, Military 7.5cm. Diameter measured along its longest axis. All other molluscs none. Bag limit: Sydney, Military 20 in total*. All other molluscs 20 in total* including Turban Snails.
Turban Snail
measurement
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Threatened and protected species
Threatened and protected species A threatened species is rare with numbers declining to a point where it is at risk of becoming extinct in NSW. Other rare species with stable numbers are protected. It is illegal to take, harm or possess threatened or protected species. If caught they must be returned carefully to the water. It is also illegal to damage the habitat of a threatened species. You can keep up to date with threatened or protected species listings on the website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. Help increase knowledge of these species by reporting sightings on 02 4916 3877; e-mail fisheries.threatenedspecies@dpi.nsw.gov.au or online at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. Threatened species Black rockcod Epinephelus daemelii Conservation Status: Vulnerable species. This magnificent but timid creature is territorial, living for years in the same deep cave or ledge. Black Rockcod are found along the entire NSW coast and also occur in estuaries. Growing to 1.5 m and weighing over 80 kg, it has a distinctive black blotch on the upper caudal peduncle.
Caudal Peduncle
Colour Variations of Black Rockcod
Great Hammerhead Sphyrna mokarran Conservation Status: Vulnerable species. Largest species of hammerhead in the world. Tall sickle shaped dorsal fin. Occurs in NSW waters south to about Sydney during the warmer months. Tall sickle shaped first dorsal fin Height of second dorsal fin equal to or greater than anal fin
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Teeth with clear serrations Green Sawfish Pristis zijsron
Anal fin
Conservation Status: Presumed extinct. A large ray with a long studded snout or saw. Lives in estuaries and shallow coastal waters around south-east Asia and northern Australia. Numbers reduced by fishing and accidental capture by prawn trawlers. Grows to at least 5 m. Now extremely rare and presumed extinct in NSW.
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Greynurse Shark Carcharias taurus Conservation Status: Critically endangered species. Greynurse Sharks roam over very large areas of the NSW coast, but are known to gather to feed, mate and pup at a small number of locations. Marine scientists have identified ten sites, called critical habitats, which are vital to the survival of the Greynurse Shark. Critical habitats are defined as areas 200 m out from the relevant natural feature such as an island or a part of the coastline. Some Greynurse Shark critical habitats are located in marine parks and recreational fishers should consult the relevant marine park zoning plan to check the fishing rules and regulations. Additonal information and maps of critical habitats is available from the NSW DPI website at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries.
Scalloped Hammerhead Sphyrna lewini Conservation Status: Endangered Species. Prominent scallop or indentation in the centre of the front edge of the head. Strongly Serious decline in many geographic arched head regions around the world. Occurs in profile NSW waters south to about Sydney during the warmer months.
Height of 2nd dorsal fin smaller than anal fin
Distinctive scallop Teeth smooth edged Southern Bluefin Tuna Thunnus maccoyii
Anal fin
Conservation Status: Endangered species. Pelagic species found in deep offshore waters. Grows to 2.4 m. Limited recreational fishing is allowed (see page 58). The rules relating to Southern Bluefin Tuna may change during the life of this publication. Check with your local NSW DPI fisheries office or www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries.
white Shark Carcharodon carcharias Conservation Status: Vulnerable species. Found throughout the world in temperate and subtropical oceans. White Sharks can grow to an estimated 6 m.
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Protected species Ballina Angelfish Haetodontoplus ballinae Found in very deep water in the north and around Lord Howe Island. Grows to 20 cm.
Blue Drummer Girella cyanea This fish inhabits coastal and offshore rocky reefs. It is bright blue with small yellow dots and grows to about 75 cm length. The taking or possessing of Blue Drummer from NSW waters other than the waters of the Lord Howe Island Marine Park is prohibited and heavy penalties apply.
Eastern Blue Devil Fish Paraplesiops bleekeri Inhabiting caves and ledges in about 15-20 m of water along the southern NSW coast (has been seen as far north as the Solitary Islands Marine Park). Grows to 40 cm.
Elegant wrasse Anampses elegans Found around Lord Howe Island, occasionally along the NSW coast south to Montague Island. Grows to 30 cm.
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Goldspotted rockcod (Estuary Cod) Epinephelus coioides Found mainly in the reefy inshore waters and estuaries of northern NSW. Growing to 2 m and weighing over 225 kg.
Queensland Groper Epinephelus lanceolatus Bold and curious, they can be hand-fed by divers. Found in northern NSW waters. Growing to 2 m and weighing over 250 kg.
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Sandtiger Shark (Herbsts nurse) Odontaspis ferox Related to the Greynurse Shark. It inhabits deeper waters, up to 420 m and is found along the entire coast. Grows to 3.6 m.
Syngnathiformes Syngnathids, Solenostomids and Pegasids Seahorses, Pipefish, Pipehorses and Seadragons belong to the Syngnathidae family and together with their close relatives, the Ghost Pipefish and Seamoths, are called Syngnathiformes. All Syngnathiformes are protected.
Help protect these species by reporting sitings on 02 4916 3877: email fisheries.threatenedspecies@fisheries.nsw.gov.au or online at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. Fishing and diving rules to help protect the Greynurse Shark Greynurse Sharks roam over very large areas of the NSW coast, but are known to gather to feed, mate and pup at a small number of locations. Marine scientists have identified ten sites, called critical habitats, which are vital to the survival of the Greynurse Shark. Critical habitats are defined as areas 200 m out from the relevant natural feature such as an island or a part of the coastline. A major review of Greynurse Shark protection recently concluded with new fishing and diving rules introduced at several Greynurse Shark critical habitats and key aggregation sites along the NSW coast. The use of bait (other than soft plastics or vegetable based bait) is prohibited in critical habitats at Green Island, Fish Rock, and Magic Point, and within 200 m of key aggregation sites at North and South Solitary Islands and Mermaid Reef (see page 68). Full details are available at www.dpi.nsw.gov. au/fisheries. Some Greynurse Shark critical habitats are located in marine parks and recreational fishers should consult the relevant marine park zoning plan to check the fishing rules and regulations.
Identifying a Greynurse Shark It is illegal to harm a Greynurse Shark so it is important fishers and divers can distinguish Greynurse Sharks from other sharks. The Greynurse Sharks most distinctive feature is the similarity in size of the two upper dorsal fins.
1st dorsal fin set well back from the pectoral fin.
Two upper dorsal fins of almost equal size.
2nd dorsal fin set well forward of the anal fin.
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Bronze colour. Paler undersurface. Brownish spots on the upper body and tail fin.
Top lobe larger than bottom. Anal fin similar in size To both dorsal fins.
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Conserving our biodiversity Some areas of NSW, including marine parks and aquatic reserves, are managed to ensure the conservation of marine biodiversity throughout the state. These areas have particular fishing restrictions so you need to plan your fishing trip in advance and check the rules for the area you plan to fish. For upto-date information please contact your local NSW DPI fisheries office, marine parks office or visit the websites www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/ fisheries and www.mpa.nsw.gov.au. Marine biodiversity The Australian Museum describes biodiversity as the variety of all living things; the different plants, animals and micro organisms, the genetic information they contain and the ecosystems they form. The recent Census of Marine Life recorded almost 33,000 marine species in Australian waters and estimated that up to 250,000 marine species may be present. Fishers understand that marine biodiversity includes a wide variety of marine life and
ecosystems from plankton, bait fish, shellfish, predatory fish, dolphins, seals and seabirds through to estuary wetlands, sandy beaches, coastal rocky reefs and the pelagic and seabed habitats of the continental shelf. Maintaining and rebuilding marine biodiversity is a fundamental part of keeping the estuaries and oceans of NSW healthy and productive into the future. Marine parks Marine parks help to conserve marine biodiversity and provide opportunities for sustainable fishing, research, public appreciation and enjoyment. There are six marine parks in NSW (see map below). Marine parks work together with other land and marine management programs in NSW, such as catchment management, fisheries management, and pollution reduction programs. You can enjoy recreational fishing in every NSW marine park! Each marine park has a zoning plan which
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Coffs Harbour AquaticReserves IntertidalProtectedAreas
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SolitaryIslands MarinePark LordHoweIsland MarinePark
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Barrenjoey Head Bungan Head Mona Vale Headland
Sydney BushrangersBay
Hawkesbury ShelfBioregion
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JevisBay MarinePark
CabbageTreeBay North (Sydney) Harbour
Dee Why Headland Shelly Beach Headland Sydney Harbour Bondi Long Bay
BatemansShelfBioregion
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outlines the rules for that park. You need to check the relevant zoning plan before you go fishing in a marine park. Importantly, fishers should be aware that fishing is not allowed in marine park sanctuary zones. For more information on marine parks or to obtain a copy of a marine park zoning plan user guide, visit your local marine parks office or visit the website www.mpa.nsw.gov.au. In June 2011, the NSW Government commissioned an independent scientific audit of marine parks in NSW. The audit will play an important role in ensuring the right balance between sustainable use of the marine environment and conservation of marine biodiversity. The report of the independent scientific audit of marine parks in NSW was released in February 2012 and public submissions on the report were received until 30 June 2012. For up-to-date information on the audit please visit www.marineparksaudit.nsw.gov. au. There is currently a moratorium on the declaration of new marine parks, changes to the sanctuary zones of marine parks and zoning plan reviews. Aquatic reserves Together with marine parks, aquatic reserves help to conserve marine biodiversity and are important areas for research and education. There are 12 aquatic reserves in NSW, mainly in the Sydney region (see map page 69). Some aquatic reserves are more than 30 years old and the newest reserves have been in place for at least 10 years. The kinds of fishing activities that are allowed in an aquatic reserve depend on the biodiversity values of the individual reserve. Fishing is prohibited in: n Cook Island Aquatic Reserve in the area enclosed by marker buoys (Tweed Heads) n Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve (Shelly Beach, Manly) n Towra Point Aquatic Reserve in the
sanctuary zones (Botany Bay)
n Shiprock Aquatic Reserve (Port Hacking)
n Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve (Bass Point, Shellharbour). Line fishing is permitted outside the area enclosed by marker buoys at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve and in the refuge zone of Towra Point Aquatic Reserve. Line fishing is permitted in all areas of Barrenjoey Head, Narrabeen Head, Long Reef, North (Sydney) Harbour, Bronte-Coogee, Cape Banks and Boat Harbour aquatic reserves as long as bait is not collected and subject to other fishing restrictions such as closures, bag limits and size limits. For example the taking of Blue Groper by all methods of fishing from the northern end of Clovelly Bay to the southern end of Gordons Bay and the adjoining waters to 100 m offshore is prohibited in BronteCoogee Aquatic Reserve. Spearfishing is not permitted in Cook Island (in the area enclosed by marker buoys), Cabbage Tree Bay, North (Sydney) Harbour, Towra Point (in sanctuary zones or refuge zone), Shiprock and Bushrangers Bay aquatic reserves. Collecting Cunjevoi or any invertebrates including: Anemones, barnacles, chitons, cockles, crabs, mussels, octopus, pipis, sea urchins, starfish, snails and worms, whether they are dead or alive, is prohibited in all aquatic reserves. Rocklobster, abalone, sea lettuce (Ulva) and bait weed (Enteromorpha) can be collected from Barrenjoey Head, Narrabeen Head, Bronte-Coogee, Cape Banks, and Boat Harbour aquatic reserves. Collecting can be done in Cook Island Aquatic Reserve outside the area enclosed by marker buoys. For more information on each aquatic reserve please visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/ fisheries. Intertidal protected areas Intertidal protected areas preserve and protect intertidal animals and habitat as well as acting as reservoirs to re-populate other areas. See map, on page 69, for locations of the eight intertidal protected areas around Sydney. They extend from mean high water to 10 m seaward beyond mean low water. You can fish
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Mean high tide mark
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Low Tide Level

Mean low water mark
Intertidal zone at low tide
in the areas but you cannot gather or collect seashore animals. These include crabs, snails, cunjevoi, octopus, sea urchins, anemones, pipis, cockles, mussels, oysters and saltwater nippers. For more information check our website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. Healthy and diverse fish habitat means more fish Healthy and diverse habitats mean healthy and diverse fish populations: A must if you want to catch fish. Habitats are those places were fish live, migrate to and from, feed and breed. A large amount of fish habitats have been lost or degraded to the point where they no longer support native fish populations. NSW DPI is working with many people and organisations to protect and rehabilitate fish habitat to improve fish stocks. Funding support from the recreational fishing trusts has been provided to assist with this venture. Contact NSW DPI to find out how you can help and access funding. Protecting biodiversity tips to remember: n When over seagrass beds either drift fish or place the anchor within a sand patch. n If you cannot avoid motoring across shallow seagrass beds, trim your motor up high and travel slowly. n Travelling at low speed near riverbanks prevents your boat wake from undermining them.
n When turning rocks to collect bait, put them back the way you found them. n Tread carefully around shoreline vegetation such as mangroves, river oaks or saltmarsh plants. n Snags are for fish, not for use as firewood. n Take all rubbish home. Do not litter. n Take care not to transport fish, water or weeds from one waterway to another. n Aquarium fish should stay in an aquarium. Never release them into a waterway or a drain. n Get your friends or local fishing club involved in restoring fish habitat and check out the website www.fishhabitatnetwork. com.au. NSW DPI also regulates activities that impact on key fish habitat. If you see or suspect any illegal activities affecting fish habitat contact your local NSW DPI fisheries office or the Fishers Watch Phoneline on 1800 043 536. watch out for: n Saltmarsh, mangroves or seagrasses being damaged or destroyed. n Drains being dug or other works taking place in wetlands. n Machinery working in waterways. n New bed or bank stabilisation works within a waterway. n New waterfront structures such as jetties and boat ramps. n Removal of in-stream native aquatic vegetation or snags (large woody debris).

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n Dredging or removal of in-stream sediment, boulders, gravel beds, cobbles. n Materials or fill being placed into a waterway (e.g. tyres, concrete, sediment etc.). n Placing of permanent or temporary barriers to fish passage across a waterway (e.g. new waterway crossings, nets, silt fences, fill). n Discharge of pollutants into waterways. NSW DPI produces Newstreams, a free bi-monthly electronic newsletter to keep people up to date with aquatic habitat activities. To subscribe, e-mail newstreams@dpi.nsw.gov.au and register your contact details. Fish kills A fish kill is defined as any sudden and unexpected mass mortality of wild or cultured fish. Fish kills are often very visible events which cause considerable interest and concern to the public and the media because they are often perceived to be the result of pollution or contamination of waters. In fact, there are many and varied causes of fish kills and a large proportion are due to natural events. Fish kills in the wild should be reported to your local NSW DPI fisheries office (see pages 84-85) or call NSW DPI on 1800 043 536. If the fish kill is due to a suspected pollution event, contact the Environmental Protection Authority on 131 555. Pests and diseases The Aquatic Biosecurity unit works to prevent the spread of diseases through controls on the management of stock, responding to aquatic animal health emergencies, assisting stakeholders to improve aquatic animal health management, conducting surveillance for key diseases including QX oyster disease and Australian Bass nodavirus, and supporting research and investigation of aquatic animal health issues. Diseases can also be inadvertently introduced when fresh or frozen seafood products imported for human consumption are used as bait.
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Marine pests present in NSW include Pacific Oysters, the alga Caulerpa taxifolia, European Green Crab, European Fan Worm and the New Zealand Screw Shell. Potential marine pests to be on the lookout for in NSW include the Northern Pacific Seastar, Japanese Seaweed, Asian Date Mussel, Asian Green Mussel and Black Striped Mussel.
European Green Crab The European Green Crab, also known as the Green Shore Crab, is a voracious predator that feeds on shellfish and other crabs. It is native to the Atlantic coast of Europe and northern Africa. However, the crab has been recorded in several NSW south coast estuaries and lakes. It is listed as a Class 1 noxious species in NSW prohibiting live possession and sale of the species. AVG: Ban of Abalone gut as bait Abalone Viral Ganglioneuritis (AVG) is caused by a herpes-like virus first detected in wild and farmed abalone in Victoria in 2005 where it has resulted in extensive abalone mortalities (Note: AVG has no impact on human health). AVG has also been identified in wild and farmed abalone in Tasmania. AVG affects the nervous system of abalone and symptoms include swollen mouthparts, curling of the foot, difficulty adhering to surfaces, lethargy and often death. Currently there is no indication of AVG in NSW wild abalone stocks. However AVG was detected in retail outlets in 2011. To reduce risk of transfer of AVG to NSW abalone stocks a fishing closure is currently in place in NSW banning the recreational and commercial use of abalone gut as bait or berley.
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Caulerpa taxifolia Caulerpa taxifolia is an invasive marine alga native to tropical waters including northern Australia and the South Pacific. It has been detected in 14 NSW estuaries and one oceanic location from Brisbane Waters (central coast) to Wallagoot Lake (far south coast). The quick-growing alga can alter marine habitats and can adversely impact native seagrass and fauna. New plants can grow from small pieces. Education, research, legislation and control measures are being used to manage this marine pest. Some areas are now closed to netting. Check with your local NSW DPI fisheries office before using nets other than a landing net in affected waterways. reporting You can help protect our waterways and native fish by helping to stop the introduction and spread of aquatic pests and diseases into new areas by: n Reporting any suspect aquatic pest or disease to your local NSW DPI fisheries office.
n Contact NSW DPI on 02 4916 3877 (recorded 24 hour service); e-mail aquatic. pests@dpi.nsw.gov.au or online at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/biosecurity. n Take a photograph and send to NSW DPI. n If you are able to collect samples, keep them cool but do not freeze them. n Check out the NSW DPI website for further information.
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AUSTRALIA, EAST COAST SYDNEY (FORT DENISON)

LAT 33 51 JANUARY
Time 0404 1027 TU 1700 2307
LONG 151 14 MARCH

m 1.50 0.59 1.29 0.56 Time 0422 1030 FR 1637 2257
TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS FEBRUARY

Time m 0522 0.47 1130 1.55 FR 1746 0.36 m 0.51 1.70 0.35 1.35 0.54 1.64 0.37 1.37 Time m 0517 0.45 1130 1.64 WE 1757 0.34 Time 0013 0630 SA 1224 1826 m 0.35 1.60 0.32 1.66 0.38 1.50 0.39 1.65 Time 0513 1113 SA 1702 2329 m 0.49 1.36 0.54 1.57
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Time m 0605 0.37 1206 1.37 MO 1750 0.53
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0012 1.46 17 0610 0.54 1215 1.48 TH 1838 0.43 1.44 0.62 1.33 0.52 1.42 0.68 1.22 0.58 1.42 0.70 1.14 0.62 1.44 0.68 1.12 0.63 1.48 0.62 1.14 0.61 1.54 0.54 1.19 0.58
0009 0616 SA 1218 1831 0102 0719 SU 1315 1924
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0513 1117 SA 1718 2345
0558 0.55 17 1153 1.27 1739 0.61 SU
0023 0711 TU 1311 1851 0128 0822 WE 1424 2004
1.72 0.42 1.30 0.60 1.66 0.45 1.27 0.64 1.62 0.45 1.30 0.64 1.62 0.43 1.37 0.59 1.63 0.39 1.47 0.52
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0254 0946 WE 1546 2129 0408 1057 TH 1700 2242 0514 1156 FR 1759 2345
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0453 0.42 14 1101 1.55 1714 0.39 2330 1.54
0347 0.37 0323 0.28 14 0955 1.56 29 0930 1.63 1558 0.39 1529 0.32 2214 1.65 FR 2149 1.82
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Bureau of Meteorology Full Moon
National Tidal Centre Last Quarter
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LAT 33 51 MAY
Time 0011 0702 WE 1306 1845
LONG 151 14 JULY

m 1.52 0.53 1.38 0.75 Time 0223 0843 MO 1514 2136
TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS JUNE

Time 0156 0835 SA 1453 2051 m 1.82 0.37 1.36 0.63 1.72 0.42 1.36 0.67 1.64 0.45 1.40 0.67 1.58 0.46 1.46 0.64 Time m 0632 0.58 1237 1.26 TH 1807 0.76 m 1.60 0.46 1.47 0.69 1.50 0.50 1.52 0.68 1.42 0.53 1.57 0.65 Time 0045 0726 SU 1347 1935 m 1.38 0.53 1.51 0.69 1.29 0.57 1.54 0.67 1.24 0.59 1.58 0.62 Time 0107 0730 TU 1403 2015 m 1.41 0.48 1.48 0.65
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0300 0927 SU 1551 2202 0402 1015 MO 1645 2308
1.46 17 0142 0815 0.52 1443 1.44 MO
2045 0.72 1.42 0.51 1.53 0.66
0327 0931 TU 1610 2245 0430 1021 WE 1701 2345
1.34 17 0211 0824 0.49 1503 1.55 2132 0.60 1.30 0.49 1.64 0.51
0500 1.15 1037 0.61 FR 1719 1.54 0007 0554 SA 1129 1805 0048 0639 SU 1214 1846 0125 0718 MO 1255 1924 0200 0754 TU 1333 2000 0.55 1.19 0.58 1.60 0.48 1.24 0.54 1.65 0.42 1.29 0.50 1.69 0.37 1.33 0.46 1.72
0221 0908 FR 1522 2110 0330 1004 SA 1622 2221 0432 1055 SU 1715 2325
18
0126 0815 SA 1432 2014
18
WE
0244 0906 TU 1540 2156
18
0323 0925 TH 1606 2245
18
0533 1.31 1116 0.40 SU 1752 1.81
0227 1.47 19 1530 0907 0.57 1.38 SU 2124 0.76 1.46 0.53 1.48 0.68 1.48 0.48 1.61 0.57
0500 1.38 1100 0.54 TU 1733 1.64 0004 0552 WE 1143 1817 0052 0639 TH 1223 1857 0.60 1.36 0.55 1.69 0.55 1.35 0.56 1.73
1.40 19 0350 0959 0.48 1635 1.65 2302 0.56
0527 1.24 1108 0.59 TH 1749 1.63 0032 0616 FR 1153 1831 0114 0700 SA 1235 1911 0.57 1.25 0.58 1.68 0.51 1.28 0.56 1.72
1.31 19 0435 1027 0.46 1707 1.76 FR 2350 0.39
0.22 19 0033 0630 1.40 1215 0.32 MO 1846 1.89 0123 0.14 20 1310 0722 1.49 0.26 TU 1938 1.93 0.10 21 0210 0812 1.55
1403 0.23 WE
2027 1.91
1.55 0329 0.46 0956 1.55 MO 1623 0.59 2229
20 21
WE
20 21
SA
0454 1.41 1052 0.45 TH 1729 1.77 0.43 1.44 0.41 1.90
20 21
0542 1.35 1127 0.41 SA 1805 1.87 0.27 1.41 0.35 1.97
0528 1.52 1140 0.46 MO 1802 1.63
0428 1043 TU 1712 2328
0003 0555 FR 1145 1822
0048 0642 SU 1224 1900
TU
0.54 0523 1.51 7 0020 0617 1.50 22 1129 0.44 1221 0.47 1759 1.74 1845 1.69
FR
0.51 0100 0.32 7 0133 0722 1.35 22 0654 1.47 1300 0.56 1239 0.38 1934 1.77 0.48 1.35 0.57 1.79 0.46 1.35 0.58 1.79 0.45 1.34 0.59 1.78 1915 2.00 0.22 1.49 0.36 2.07
SU
0.46 0141 0.17 7 0150 0741 1.30 22 0737 1.47 1314 0.55 1320 0.31 1947 1.75 0.43 1.32 0.53 1.77 0.40 1.34 0.53 1.77 0.39 1.35 0.53 1.75 MO 1953 2.03
WE
0.34 0254 0.11 7 0231 0830 1.37 22 0859 1.59 1412 0.44 1455 0.23 2035 1.73 0.32 1.40 0.43 1.71 0.31 1.43 0.43 1.67 0.32 1.46 0.45 1.61 TH
2114 1.83
0107 0703 WE 1259 1924 0150 0745 TH 1333 2000
8 9
0.49 1.47 0.49 1.74 0.46 1.44 0.51 1.77 0.45 1.42 0.53 1.78
23
0022 0617 TH 1215 1845
0.46 1.53 0.40 1.86
0211 0802 SA 1337 2010 0247 0841 SU 1414 2045
8 9
23
0155 0750 SU 1332 2007
0226 0818 MO 1352 2024
8 9
23
WE
0231 0830 TU 1415 2045
0.11 1.51 0.28 2.03
0303 0904 TH 1450 2110 0336 0941 FR 1530 2146
8 9
0336 0.15 23 0945 1.61

1545 0.28 FR
2200 1.71 0.23 24 0416 1030 1.60 1635 0.35 SA 2245 1.57
0115 0.35 24 1302 0711 1.55 0.38 FR 1933 1.97
0247 0.16 24 1427 0846 1.51 0.35 MO 2100 2.09
0300 0856 TU 1430 2059
0.10 24 0320 0922 1.55 1509 0.29 2134 1.98
10
SA
0230 0826 FR 1408 2035
25
0307 0.45 0300 0.21 11 1442 0904 1.39 26 0900 1.53 0.57 1443 0.39 2110 1.78 SU 2114 2.07
0207 0805 SA 1351 2023
0.26 1.55 0.37 2.04
10
TU
0323 0919 MO 1451 2121
25
WE
0340 0941 TU 1522 2152
0.14 1.52 0.37 2.05
10
TH
0334 0932 WE 1509 2134
25
0407 1012 TH 1602 2223
0.14 1.56 0.33 1.87
10
SU
0409 1019 SA 1613 2225
25
0457 1115 SU 1726 2329
0.32 1.57 0.43 1.42
0.46 0432 0.17 11 0400 0958 1.33 26 1035 1.52 1530 0.61 1618 0.41 2158 1.75 2244 1.96 0437 0.47 0523 0.22 12 1609 1038 1.33 27 1130 1.51 0.64 1715 0.48 WE 2235 1.71 TH 2335 1.83
0.39 0453 0.20 11 0408 1011 1.36 26 1101 1.55 1548 0.55 1656 0.40 2211 1.71 FR 2311 1.72 0444 0.40 0537 0.30 12 1630 1050 1.37 27 1151 1.53 0.57 1751 0.49 FR 2248 1.65 SA 2359 1.55
0.34 0535 0.42 11 0445 1100 1.48 26 1200 1.52 1659 0.48 1818 0.52 2306 1.52 MO 0523 0.37 0015 1.28 12 1750 1145 1.49 27 0616 0.51 0.52 1247 1.47 MO 2352 1.43 TU 1915 0.59
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0345 0.46 0354 0.19 12 1516 0943 1.36 27 0956 1.51 0.60 1536 0.43 SU 2145 1.76 MO 2206 2.04
13 14
WE
0423 1022 MO 1553 2222 0503 1103 TU 1632 2300
0.48 1.33 0.64 1.72
28 29
0450 1053 TU 1631 2300
0.22 1.48 0.48 1.97 0.27 1.45 0.54 1.86
13 14
SA
0515 1120 TH 1652 2315 0557 1205 FR 1740 2358
0.49 1.32 0.67 1.65 0.51 1.32 0.71 1.59
28 29
0615 0.30 1224 1.49 FR 1815 0.55 1.67 0.39 1.49 0.62
13 14
MO
0520 1132 SA 1716 2329
0.42 1.39 0.60 1.58
28 29
0621 0.39 1242 1.51 SU 1849 0.57 1.39 0.48 1.48 0.64
13 14
TH
0605 0.42 1235 1.50 TU 1849 0.55 1.33 0.46 1.51 0.56
1.17 28 0105 0702 0.58 1340 1.43 WE
2021 0.64 1.10 0.63 1.40 0.64
0.52 0546 1.30 1151 0.68 WE 1730 1.67 2356
0029 0704 SA 1320 1916
0600 0.44 1218 1.41 SU 1808 0.64
0048 0706 MO 1334 1952
0046 0655 WE 1331 2000
29
0207 0758 TH 1440 2131
0.55 0644 0.33 15 0545 1148 1.28 30 1250 1.44 1716 0.72 1832 0.61 2344 1.61 TH
0.52 0124 1.51 15 0640 1255 1.34 30 0753 0.47 1833 0.73 1416 1.49 SU
31
0054 0740 FR 1352 1940
1.73 0.40 1.44 0.66
2025 0.68
0014 1.49 0144 1.25 15 0642 0.46 30 0754 0.56 1308 1.44 1430 1.47 1907 0.66 TU
31
2102 0.68 1.17 0.60 1.47 0.66
0153 1.25 0320 1.08 15 0754 0.50 30 0902 0.65 1436 1.55 1544 1.41 2118 0.52 FR 2237 0.60
0247 0846 WE 1529 2214
1.11 31 0430 1007 0.63 1644 1.46 SA 2330 0.53
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LAT 33 51 SEPTEMBER
Time m 0527 1.17 1103 0.58 SU 1733 1.51
LONG 151 14 NOVEMBER

Time m 0615 1.56 1229 0.41 FR 1829 1.49
TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS OCTOBER

Time m 0536 1.28 1126 0.54 TU 1741 1.49 Time m 0523 1.34 1110 0.40 MO 1738 1.72 Time m 0557 1.52 1201 0.36 WE 1814 1.60 Time 0037 0703 SA 1332 1928 m 0.38 1.71 0.35 1.40
TIME ZONE 1000 DECEMBER

Time m 0624 1.75 1256 0.32 SU 1850 1.44 Time 0048 0721 MO 1400 1952
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m 0.48 1.72 0.38 1.30 0127 0.49 17 0759 1.74 1437 0.36 TU
Tide tables
1 2 3
16
1 2 3
16
1 2 3
16
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
0015 0612 MO 1152 1817 0051 0650 TU 1234 1856
0.46 1.24 0.52 1.57 0.39 1.31 0.46 1.62
0013 0.22 17 0616 1.45 1208 0.32 TU 1831 1.76 0.17 1.54 0.26 1.77
0007 0615 WE 1211 1822 0042 0652 TH 1253 1901
0.40 1.37 0.47 1.54 0.34 1.46 0.39 1.57
0030 0.26 17 0644 1.62 1254 0.31 TH 1901 1.59 0.26 1.68 0.27 1.55
0033 0654 SA 1314 1914 0112 0735 SU 1400 2000
0.33 1.67 0.32 1.51
0115 0.40 17 0743 1.74 1415 0.33 SU 2011 1.37 0.43 1.75 0.33 1.34
0040 0711 MO 1345 1942 0127 0759 TU 1435 2033
0.33 1.86 0.22 1.46 0.31 1.94 0.15 1.47 0.31 1.99 0.11 1.47 0.33 1.99 0.11 1.45 0.36 1.95 0.15 1.43
2031 1.31 0.49 1.75 0.35 1.31
18
0100 0704 WE 1302 1920
18
SA
0110 0726 FR 1343 1947
WE
0.34 0142 0.15 4 0125 0726 1.38 19 0749 1.62 1315 0.41 1352 0.22 1932 1.65 TH
0157 0800 TH 1353 2008
5 6 7 8 9
0.30 1.44 0.37 1.66 0.27 1.50 0.34 1.65 0.26 1.55 0.32 1.61 0.27 1.59 0.33 1.54 0.30 1.60 0.36 1.46 0.36 1.60 0.40 1.36
20 21
2007 1.73 0.18 1.66 0.23 1.65 0.23 1.67 0.26 1.55
FR
0.30 0148 0.29 4 0115 0728 1.55 19 0807 1.72 1333 0.32 1428 0.27 1940 1.59
0.30 0152 1.77 0820 0.24 MO 1454 1.51 2050
18
18
0203 0834 WE 1512 2108
2030 1.49 0.34 1.73 0.29 1.42 0.39 1.71 0.32 1.35
MO
0.29 0228 0.47 4 0152 0818 1.84 19 0857 1.75 1447 0.18 1531 0.34 2047 1.50 TU 2130 1.31 0.50 1.72 0.37 1.28 0.54 1.68 0.40 1.26
0216 0847 WE 1527 2127 0308 0938 TH 1619 2221 0402 1030 FR 1713 2317
0.50 19 0240 0910 1.74 1546 0.36 TH 2145 1.31 0318 0.52 20 0945 1.71 1621 0.37 FR
0222 0833 FR 1441 2052
0149 0804 SA 1415 2021
5 6 7 8 9
0.27 1.64 0.27 1.58 0.26 1.70 0.24 1.55 0.28 1.74 0.24 1.49 0.32 1.75 0.26 1.41 0.38 1.73 0.30 1.33
20 21
0225 0846 SU 1511 2112
0236 0903 TU 1537 2138 0323 0952 WE 1630 2232 0414 1043 TH 1725 2330
5 6 7 8 9
0.30 0303 1.89 0932 0.16 WE 1609 1.46 2209 0.34 1.89 0.18 1.41 0.39 1.85 0.21 1.36
20 21
2223 1.30 0.55 1.67 0.39 1.30
0228 0835 FR 1432 2045 0300 0912 SA 1514 2124 0335 0950 SU 1559 2205 0412 1032 MO 1646 2250
0301 0915 SA 1528 2135
0225 0843 SU 1500 2104 0302 0924 MO 1546 2150 0345 1009 TU 1637 2240 0430 1058 WE 1732 2335
0300 0924 MO 1552 2153
0341 1009 TH 1647 2249
21
0357 1021 SA 1658 2302
0.30 22 0338 0957 1.66 1614 0.32 SU 2217 1.44
0.46 22 0335 1001 1.67 1633 0.38 TU 2233 1.28
0.59 22 0420 1046 1.62 1728 0.44 FR 2332 1.23
0500 0.42 1124 1.85 SA 1807 0.21 0015 0600 SU 1220 1903 0115 0704 MO 1319 1959 1.42 0.48 1.73 0.28 1.41 0.54 1.59 0.35 1.43 0.58 1.47 0.40 1.47 0.59 1.37 0.44
0.58 22 0438 1059 1.61 1735 0.42 SU 2345 1.29 0.62 23 0523 1139 1.54 1815 0.45 MO 0031 1.30 24 0614 0.66 1223 1.46 TU 1859 0.48 0122 1.32 25 0711 0.69 1314 1.38 WE
23
0415 1037 MO 1700 2300
0.38 1.62 0.39 1.33
23
0412 1039 WE 1715 2315
0.52 1.62 0.43 1.23
0510 0.46 1138 1.78 FR 1825 0.27 0030 0611 SA 1237 1928 1.33 0.52 1.69 0.31
23
0503 0.63 1128 1.56 SA 1812 0.48
0451 0.47 24 1117 1.56 1746 0.47 TU 2344 1.23
0450 0.58 24 1119 1.55 1800 0.49 TH
0020 1.22 24 0553 0.68 1213 1.49 SU 1900 0.51
10 11
TH
0452 1118 TU 1740 2340
25 26
0530 0.55 1200 1.50 WE 1837 0.54 0031 0615 TH 1248 1935 1.15 0.62 1.43 0.59
10 11
SA
0521 0.45 1151 1.68 TH 1834 0.35 1.26 0.51 1.62 0.38
25 26
0001 0535 FR 1203 1851
1.18 0.64 1.49 0.53 1.15 0.69 1.42 0.56
10 11
TU
0136 0719 SU 1342 2030
1.32 0114 0.56 0650 1.60 MO 1304 0.35 1951 1.35 0.58 1.53 0.36
25 26
WE
1.22 0.71 1.42 0.52 1.25 0.73 1.37 0.51
10 11
TH
0217 0815 TU 1423 2054
1946 0.49 1.36 0.69 1.32 0.50
0538 0.42 1209 1.58 WE 1841 0.44
0036 0619 FR 1252 1944
0055 0629 SA 1255 1948
0245 0832 MO 1451 2130
0212 0755 TU 1402 2044
0318 0928 WE 1530 2147
26
0217 0816 TH 1414 2038
1.27 0130 1.10 12 0038 0632 0.48 27 0711 0.67 1308 1.56 1345 1.39 1952 0.46 1.20 0.53 1.55 0.44 1.19 0.53 1.59 0.38 1.25 0.48 1.65 0.30 FR
2041 0.60 1.09 0.69 1.37 0.58 1.13 0.67 1.39 0.52 1.20 0.62 1.44 0.46
1.23 0158 1.15 12 0146 0729 0.56 27 0733 0.72 1400 1.58 1355 1.38
2054 0.38 1.25 0.56 1.56 0.35 1.32 0.51 1.58 0.31 1.42 0.44 1.60 0.27
SU
2048 0.55 1.18 0.71 1.36 0.52 1.25 0.67 1.38 0.48 1.34 0.60 1.42 0.42
1.41 0311 1.30 12 0347 0945 0.55 27 0904 0.70 1559 1.48 1506 1.35 2224 0.37 2135 0.49 1.39 0.64 1.35 0.45 1.50 0.55 1.37 0.41 1.62 0.44 1.41 0.37
0416 1.52 0315 1.43 12 1039 0.57 27 0929 0.65 1634 1.31 1521 1.29 2237 0.46 1.58 0.52 1.29 0.47 FR 2133 0.48
13 14 15
0147 0737 FR 1416 2109
28 29 30
0240 0819 SA 1452 2146
13 14 15
0301 0845 SU 1514 2159
28 29 30
0304 0845 MO 1501 2145 0403 0953 TU 1603 2233
13 14 15
0445 1054 WE 1700 2313 0534 1154 TH 1754 2357
1.49 0.50 1.46 0.37 1.58 0.44 1.44 0.37
28 29 30
0404 1011 TH 1608 2224
13 14 15
0510 1143 FR 1733 2324
0411 1.53 28 1039 0.57 1629 1.29 SA 2229 0.45 1.64 29 0505 1142 0.45 1732 1.33 SU 2323 0.41
0307 0851 SA 1530 2219
0351 0930 SU 1558 2243
0409 0958 MO 1621 2255 0507 1103 TU 1721 2345
0453 1111 FR 1705 2309
0558 1.64 1236 0.47 SA 1825 1.29 0.48 1.69 0.42 1.29
0421 1004 SU 1639 2320
0450 1032 MO 1654 2329
0453 1051 WE 1657 2316
0620 1.66 1246 0.39 FR 1843 1.42
0539 1204 SA 1759 2354
0008 0641 SU 1321 1911
30
0559 1.77 1238 0.32 MO 1831 1.38
0535 1.45 31 1143 0.50 1744 1.46 TH 2355 0.37
0016 0.36 31 0651 1.89 1331 0.21 TU 1927 1.43
When daylight saving time is in force, add one hour to times
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Lag times (* Indicates secondary ocean location) In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meterorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. All times are Eastern Standard Time. During summer time add one hour. Add or subtract the appropriate hours and/or minutes listed here to adjust for the time difference between when high or low tide occurs at Sydney (Fort Denison) and when the corresponding tide will occur at the secondary location. Lows may be fractionally later than the highs because the falling water levels will no longer have the tidal force behind them. Location Tweed river Basin Tweed Heads, River Entrance Greenbank Island Murwillumbah Caddys Island, Terranora Creek Cobaki Broadwater Kingscliff, Cudgen Creek Mouth Brunswick river Basin Brunswick Heads, River Entrance Billinudgel, Marshalls Creek Mullumbimby richmond river Basin Ballina, River Entrance Byrnes Point Ferry Highway Bridge, Tucombil Creek Coraki Lismore Airfield South, Wilsons River. Clarence river Basin Yamba, River Entrance Palmers Island, Palmers Channel Maclean 0:00* +2:40 +2:00 +0:07* +0:30 +2:30 +4:05 +5:10 +0:06* +3:55 +1:10 +0:04* +0:40 +2:40 +1:40 +2:10 +0:17 Hour: Mins Location Grafton Wooli River Entrance Wooli Caravan Park Coffs Harbour region Harbour Jetty Highway Bridge, Coffs Creek Boambee, Boambee Creek Bellingen river Basin East Bellingen Urunga Bridge, Kalang River nambucca river Basin Stuarts Island Macksville Macleay river Basin +1:10 +2:00 +2:10 +1:45 -0:07* +1:50 +1:50 Hour: Mins +4:15 +0:12 +1:40
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South West Rocks (Kemps Corner) Smithtown Kempsey West Euroka Hastings river Basin Port Macquarie, River Entrance Settlement Point Wauchope Railway Bridge Telegraph Point, Wilson River
+0:23 +2:10 +3:25 +4:05
+0:19* +0:50 +1:55 +3:05
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Location
Hour: Mins +0:18 +0:45
Location Hawkesbury river Spencer Wisemans Ferry Lower Portland
Hour: Mins
Tide tables
Camden Haven Basin North Haven Laurieton Manning river Basin Crowdy Head, Harbour Marina Harrington Taree Wingham wallis Lake Forster, Harbour Entrance Wallamba Island, North Tuncurry Tiona Hunter river Basin Tomaree, Port Stephens Nelson Bay, Port Stephens Stockton Bridge Tea Gardens, Port Stephens Hexham Bridge Raymond Terrace, Williams River Morpeth +0:05* +0:30 +0:20 +1:30 +1:10 +1:55 +3:30 +4:50 +4:30 0:00* +0:01* +2:05 +3:25 -0:02 +0:11 +2:25 +3:45
+1:10 +2:25 +3:10 +3:55 +5:40 +7:30
Sackville Windsor Freemans Reach Sydney Harbour Roseville Bridge Marina Gladesville Bridge Ryde Railway Bridge Georges river Basin Canterbury Bridge, Cooks River Picnic Point Milperra Lansvale Warwick Farm Cabbage Tree Point, Port Hacking Lake Illawarra Basin Port Kembla Shoalhaven river Basin South Shoalhaven Heads Shoalhaven Heads Inlet Nowra Bridge
+0:03 +0:05 +0:12
+0:40 +1:10 +2:15 +2:35 +2:45 +0:03*
-0:01*
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Maitland, Belmore Bridge Paterson, Paterson River Swansea, Lake Mouth Brisbane waters/ Broken Bay Ettalong Woy Woy Bridge East Gosford Patonga Newport Wharf, Pittwater Berowra Waters Ferry
+0:55 +1:05 +2:00 +0:16 +0:40
+0:40 +2:15 +2:20 +0:10 +0:08 +1:00
Crookhaven River Entrance Greenwell Point, Crookhaven River Jervis Bay Huskisson St Georges Basin Lumeah
+0:08*
+0:18
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Location Sussex Inlet Coastal Patrol Jetty Talofa Caravan Park Island Point Lake Conjola Entrance Narrawallee Inlet Burril Lake, Highway Bridge Batemans Bay Snapper Island Princes Highway Bridge Nelligen, Clyde River Moruya region Tuross River, West Tuross Head Moruya Quarry Wharf
Hour: Mins +0:35 +1:15 +3:40 +1:35 +0:45 +0:55
Location wagonga Inlet (narooma) MSB Boatshed/Jetty Apex Park Boat Ramp Princes Highway Bridge Barlows Bay Far South Coast region Bermagui, Boat Harbour
Hour: Mins
+0:15 +0:55 +1:15 +2:00
+0:08* +1:40 +2:50 +0:40 +2:40 +1:10 +0:08*
+0:03* +0:20 +0:45
Wallaga Lake Entrance Wallaga Lake, Regatta Point Merimbula Wharf Bonnie Doon, Merimbula Lake
+1:40 +0:35
Tee Tree Point, Pambula Lake Eden, Fishing Co-operative Jetty
Local recreational fishing guides Local guides provide valuable information on fishing in the coastal areas from Tweed Heads in the north to Eden on the far south coast.Whether you are a resident or a visiting fisher you can find details on fishing
locations, local fishing rules and closures along with summary maps in the local areas on our website at: www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/ fisheries/recreational/publications.

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Fisheries officers Fisheries officers have an important role in helping our fisheries resources and the environment remain healthy and sustainable into the future. They advise recreational and commercial fishers and the general community of fishing rules and restrictions, and patrol NSW waters to ensure everyone is abiding by the states fishing laws. Fisheries officers patrol our coastal estuaries, lakes and offshore waters plus our inland rivers, streams and dams, seven days a week. You will see fisheries officers at boat ramps, on beaches and rivers, in vessels, boats, aircraft and on foot, just about everywhere there are fish and fishers. They deal with recreational fishers, commercial fishers, fish farmers, fish shops and restaurants. They also assist with conservation issues plus educational and advisory programs. Most fisheries officers are keen fishers and are happy to provide you with local knowledge and tips for a given area. Under the Fisheries Management Act 1994 fisheries officers have powers which enable them to search your boat and vehicle, to examine your fishing gear, fish and bait and
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to require certain information including your name and address. They can also require you to lift any set fishing gear such as fishing lines, hoop nets and crab traps from the water for their inspection. In serious matters they can also seize fish, fishing gear, vessels and vehicles and can make an arrest. If you are found breaking the fishing rules, you may be issued with a written caution or a penalty notice. In most cases penalty notices range between $75 to $500 but some offences can attract penalties up to $2,500. In serious matters you may have to face a court and have the matter determined by a magistrate. Your recreational fishing fee is being used in part to improve salt and freshwater fisheries compliance and employs additional fisheries officers throughout the state. This results in more fisheries officers spending time in the field with better equipment to detect and deter illegal activity. Remember that fisheries officers are there to ensure the rules are being adhered to so there will be healthy fisheries and environment for the enjoyment of future generations.
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reporting illegal activities Report illegal or suspect fishing activities to the nearest NSW DPI fisheries office via the Fishers Watch Phoneline on free call 1800 043 536 or online at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/ fisheries/compliance. When lodging any report be prepared to provide the following information: n Type of activity. n Time, date and location of activity. n Number of people involved, identity if known and descriptions. n Registration numbers of any boats or cars involved and their descriptions. Coastal offices Far north Coast Tweed. Richmond. Clarence. Coffs Harbour. north Coast Hastings.
Contact details
n Your own name and contact details to further substantiate your report and provide you with follow up information. Where information is given in good faith, all identifying details will be treated as confidential. Where an immediate response is not possible due to conducting of other operations or safety considerations, information received will be used in targeting on-going surveillance and enforcement activities.
Office 10/12 Greenway Drive, Tweed Heads, 2486. 15 Regatta Avenue, Ballina, 2478. 18A River Street, Maclean, 2463. 32 Marina Drive, Coffs Harbour Jetty, 2450. 07 5523 6900 02 6618 1800 02 6645 0500 02 6652 3977
Mobile 0419 185537 0417 692608 0419 185533 0419 185536
3/22-24 Acacia Avenue, Port Macquarie, 2444. 2 Palm Street, Tuncurry, 2428.
02 5524 0600 02 6591 6300
0407 957631 0428 546078

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Wallis Lake. Central Coast Port Stephens. Hunter. Central Coast.
Taylors Beach Road, Taylors Beach, 2316. 55 Lambton Parade, Swansea, 2281. Northloop Road, Ourimbah, 2258.
02 4916 3933 02 4980 9202 02 4348 1999
0427 497341 0419 185516 0419 185517
Sydney metropolitan Sydney North. Sydney South. 12 Shirley Road, Wollstonecraft, 2065. 1 Water Street, Sans Souci, 2219. 02 8437 4903 02 9529 6021 0419 185363 0408 601951
Coastal offices continued Illawarra/Shoalhaven Illawarra. Shoalhaven. South Coast Batemans Bay. Suite 8, Braysyth Building, Cnr Beach Road and Orient Street, Batemans Bay, 2536. Riverside Drive, Narooma, 2546. 13 Cocora Street, Eden, 2551. 02 4478 9100 0427 855008 43 Reddall Parade, Lake Illawarra South, 2528. 4 Woollamia Road, Huskisson, 2540. 02 4220 8499 02 4428 3400 0439 162981 0419 185557
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Montague. Far South Coast.
02 4476 0100 02 6496 8200
0409 316508 0428 899876
Inland offices region Central Tablelands. Hume. Far West. Research Station Drive, Bathurst, 2795. Office 02 6331 1428 Mobile 0488 220 443
3/556 Macauley Street, Albury, 2640. Agricultural Research and Advisory Station, Silver City Highway, Dareton, 2717. Cnr Hampden and Cobra Streets, Dubbo, 2830. Kosciusko Road, Jindabyne, 2627. 127 Otho Street, Inverell, 2360. 4 Marsden Park Road, Calala, 2340. 449 Charlotte Street, Deniliquin, 2710. 64 Fitzroy Street, Tumut, 2720.
02 6042 4228 03 5019 8408
0419 185 548 0427 429 579
Macquarie. Monaro. New England. Peel. Riverina. South West Slopes.
02 6881 1208 02 6451 3402 02 6722 1388 02 6763 1132 03 5881 9928 02 6947 9028
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Marine park offices Marine parks Solitary Islands Marine Park. Jervis Bay Marine Park. Cape Byron Marine Park. Lord Howe Island Marine Park. Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park. Batemans Marine Park. Fish kills Fish kills in the wild should be reported to your local NSW DPI fisheries office or the NSW DPI hotline on 1800 043 536. If the fish kill is due to a suspected pollution event contact the Environmental Protection Authority on 131 555. Fisheries office locations office 02 6691 0600 02 4428 3000 02 6620 9300 02 6563 2359 02 4984 8270 02 4476 0800 For general fishing information call 1300 550 474 or check the website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries. As officers spend a lot of time in the field, office hours vary. It is best to call before visiting any office.
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Fishing Guide 2013

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Nsw recreational Fishing Fee

nSw recreational Fishing Fee

NSW Fishing Fee Receipt

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Fishing Fee

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nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

where do my fishing fees go?

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

recreational Fishing Havens

Locations and areas

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Camden Haven river

recreational Fishing Havens in nSw

Bellinger/Kalang rivers Deep Creek

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Tomaga river Dalmeny (or Mummaga Lake)

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Poor handling and sub-optimal live well water quality.

Deep hooking and poor handling.

Excessive time in poorly designed live wells.

Deep hooking and poor handling.

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Converting fish lengths to weights

Total Length (cm) 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Fork Length (cm) 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 68 70

Fork Length (cm) 72 74 76 78 80 82 84 86 88 90 92 94 96 98 100

Total length for legal length calculation

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Converting fish lengths to weights

Total length for legal length measurement

Fork Length (cm) 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58

Fork Length (cm) 60 62 64 66 68 70 72 74 76 78 80

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Fork Length (cm) 60 61 62 63 64 65 66

Weight (kg) 2.8 2.9 3.0 3.2 3.4 3.5 3.7

Fork Length (cm) 67 68 69 70 71 72 73

Weight (kg) 3.8 4.0 4.2 4.4 4.6 4.8 5.0

Australian Salmon Fork length for legal length measurement

Total Length (cm) 45 48 49 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80

Fishing safely/safe boating

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Fishing safely/safe boating

2013 nSw recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide

Children under 12 years of age

4.8 m to 8 m that is under way: n On enclosed water

type 1, 2 or 3 type 1 type 1 or 2 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1, 2 or 3 type 1