Tasmania Chapter
The Tasmanian OzFish Chapter is a vibrant community of dedicated anglers and conservationists committed to preserving and enhancing the aquatic habitats. Focused on sustainable fishing practices and habitat restoration, the Chapter actively engages in projects that protect local waterways and support biodiversity. Through educational programs, hands-on restoration activities, and community events, they foster a deep connection to the environment and promote responsible stewardship of fishing and natural resources. To get involved, join their regular meetings, participate in volunteer activities, or become a member and contribute to the ongoing efforts to safeguard precious aquatic ecosystems of Tasmania.
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Latest Projects Underway for the Tasmania Chapter
Tasmania Seagrass Restoration Trial
OzFish, in partnership with the University of Tasmania’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS), has successfully delivered the first seagrass restoration trial in Tasmanian waters. The trial undertook crucial first steps towards enabling large-scale seagrass restoration in Tasmania, supporting native fish species, a healthy ecosystem, and stronger climate resilience.
Saltmarsh Restoration Pitt Water – Orielton Lagoon, TAS
OzFishers are working with NRM South, the University of Tasmania, and a local landholder to help restore this incredibly important Ramsar wetland and improve fish habitat. Pitt Water - Orielton Lagoon is a Ramsar listed wetland which supports a whole range of birds, fish, and other aquatic species. Researchers have found many fish species in Tasmanian saltmarshes including yellow-eyed mullet, greenback flounder and Australian salmon.
Environmentally Friendly Moorings, North West Bay Tasmania
OzFish is working with NRM South and researchers from the CSIRO to install Environmentally Friendly Moorings (EFMs) in North West Bay, a popular and important recreational fishing area in southern Tasmania. These moorings, designed by the CSIRO, give seagrass habitat a chance to recover. Over the last five years the CSIRO have been working to hone the design and increase uptake of EFMs, and make it easier and cheaper to install them.
Events coming up for the Tasmania Chapter
2024 OzFish Unlimited AGM
We would like to invite all current OzFish members to join us at the 2023 OzFish Unlimited Annual General Meeting.
Latest News for the Tasmania Chapter
Anglers take the lead in Clean Up Australia Day 2024
Over the weekend, OzFish volunteers supported the efforts of Clean Up Australia Day by removing over 3 tonnes of rubbish from 16 waterways across the country.
OzFish calls on Aussie anglers for Clean Up Australia Day
OzFish Unlimited, the leading force in fishing conservation, is gearing up to take charge on Sunday March 3 for Clean Up Australia Day with their dedicated army of volunteers. With more than 15000 supporters, OzFish is mobilising its manpower to target 18 waterways rec fishers love fishing in.
Innovative seagrass restoration trial could deliver big wins for fishing in Hobart
The early signs are promising that a seagrass restoration project in Southern Tasmania will be a major step in the right direction towards replacing lost meadows. In a first for Tasmania, OzFish Unlimited, Australia’s fishing conservation charity, is collaborating with...
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