Recreational fishing rules and regulations for Queensland
The Queensland Recreational Boating and Fishing Guide (2018-19) is available. Order single copies from our Customer Service Centre or download a digital copy of the guide. Bulk orders of the guide can be ordered direct from the publisher by calling 07 3891 7793 or online at www.transtasmanmediagroup.com.
The Queensland freshwater and tidal water fishing pocket guide (2018-19) is also available. Order single copies from our Customer Service Centre or download a digital copy of the pocket guide
The 'Qld Fishing' smartphone app which features fishing rules in Queensland, including size and possession limits, is also available for download from Google play and the Apple App Store.
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Sale of fish and other prohibitions
Information on the taking of fish for sale and other illegal activities in Queensland
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Skin and fillet removal
Information regarding the rules and regulations for a recreational fisher in relation to coral reef finfish and finfish (other than coral reef finfish)
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Spearfishing underwater apparatus
Information on spearfishing in Queensland tidal waters
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Tagged fish
Research programs conducted throughout Queensland use tags to give scientists a better understanding of fish movement, growth and survival rates
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Size and possession limits - tidal waters
Size and possession limit information for recreational fishing in tidal waters
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Size and possession limits - fresh waters
Size and possession limit information for fresh water fishing
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Bait in freshwaters
Information on the use of fish and crustaceans as live bait
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Measuring fish
How to measure finfish using a recommended measuring device
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Noxious fish
Information about noxious fish including tilapia, carp and gambusia
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Crabs and lobsters
Read quota rules on fishing for blue swimmer crabs, mud crabs and spanner crabs in Queensland tidal waters.
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Closed seasons
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Fishing equipment
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Catch limits and closures
Further information
Fisheries regulations and other fisheries issues:
Relevant legislation, regulations and management plans may be accessed from:
- Office of the Queensland Parliamentary Counsel (Fisheries Act, regulations and management plans)
- Australian Fisheries Management Authority (Commonwealth legislation)
- Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
- Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing (Queensland marine parks)
Useful information:
- Freshwater Fishes of the Greater Brisbane Region (Queensland Museum)
Disclaimer
Fisheries Queensland advises that the summarised information on this website should not be relied on as a complete or accurate representation of the legislative requirements. Users may access copies of the Fisheries Act 1994, regulations and management plans and should seek their own legal advice. Fisheries Queensland disclaims all liability for all claims, loss, damages, cost or expense of whatever nature, howsoever occurring as a result of reliance upon the information contained on this website.
