Recreational fishing
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Download the Queensland recreational boating and fishing guide: 2019–2020
East coast black jewfish fishery CLOSED
The annual catch limit for the east coast has been reached. Black jewfish is a no-take species on the east coast for all fishers for the rest of the 2021 calendar year.
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Recreational fishing rules
Check the rules before fishing in Queensland
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Fishing in stocked impoundments
Buy a permit to fish in dams and weirs stocked with native fish
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Fish aggregating devices
Devices anchored offshore to attract fish – where they are and how to use them safely
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Shark fishing - safety first
Use correct shark handling techniques to reduce risks
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Recreational fishing grants
Supports projects that enhance fishing experiences in Queensland
