Queensland Government
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

11 December 2013
Heading interstate to go fishing these holidays?

If you’re planning a fishing trip across the border these school holidays, don’t forget to check the state rules to avoid an unexpected fine.

Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol (QBFP) district officer Coby Walker said fishers travelling interstate needed to fish responsibly and know the rules of the area they intend to fish.

"Fishing rules and regulations can be different across state borders,” he said.

“In some areas, such as the Border Rivers, fishers need to abide by the rules set by both Queensland and New South Wales depending on which side of the river they are fishing or staying.

“Fisheries officers on both sides of the border work collaboratively throughout the border regions to ensure effective monitoring of all areas.

“If fishers are unsure which rules apply, the best thing they can do is to contact QBFP or NSW Fisheries to check.”

Mr Walker said authorities on both sides of the border rely on the support of the public to report suspected illegal fishing activities.

"People who suspect illegal fishing are urged to report it as soon as possible,” said Mr Walker.

“Information on illegal fishing in NSW should be reported to the Fisher’s Watch Phone Line on 1800 043 536 and in Queensland to the Fishwatch hotline on 1800 017 116.”

For more information on NSW fishing rules go to www.fisheries.nsw.gov.au or find out more about Queensland fishing rules at www.fisheries.qld.gov.au.

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Media: Jodana Anglesey, 3087 8601