Recreational fishing rules and regulations for Queensland
Changes to Queensland’s fisheries legislation commenced 1 September 2019.
We are working through changes to this website to ensure information is up to date. The recreational fishing app and recreational fishing guide are also being updated to reflect the new rules. Read more about why some recreational fishing rules have changed (PDF, 1.5MB).
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Size and possession limits - tidal waters
Size and possession limits for recreational fishing in tidal waters
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Size and possession limits - fresh waters
Size and possession limits for fresh water fishing
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Catch limits and closures
Why there are size and possession limits and closures in Queensland
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Measuring fish
How to measure finfish using a recommended measuring device
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Crabs and lobsters
Information on fishing gear, ID and measurement, closed seasons and protected species
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Closed seasons and waters
Freshwater and tidal closed seasons and waters
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Fishing equipment
There are requirements about the type of equipment you can use in fresh and tidal waters
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Spearfishing underwater apparatus
Information on spearfishing in tidal waters
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Skin and fillet removal
Rules and regulations in relation to coral reef fin fish and fin fish
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Bait in freshwaters
Information on the use of fish and crustaceans as live bait
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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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Noxious fish
Information about noxious fish including tilapia, carp and gambusia
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Tagged fish
Fish are tagged to give scientists a better understanding of fish movement, growth and survival rates
Further information
- Fisheries legislation
- Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
- Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing (Queensland marine parks)
- Our Customer Service Centre
- Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol
Disclaimer
The summarised information on this website should not be relied on as a complete or accurate representation of the legislative requirements. Users can access the relevant fisheries legislation 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.
