Want to see how restoration of our urban waterways is directly connected to catching the fish we love in North Queensland? Better watch this video (spoiler alert: includes a big fish). OzFish, with the help of project partners, chapter members…
The Murray cod (Maccullochella peelii) is one of Australia’s most notable freshwater fish and is native to the Murray–Darling Basin. It is the country’s largest freshwater species, capable of growing over 1.8 metres long and weighing more than 100 kilograms….
This year’s Gone Fishing Day celebrations saw OzFishers out and about all across the country, casting lines, sharing skills and celebrating the simple joy of a day spent by the water. With 14 events held nationwide, communities came together to…
We’re excited to shout from the riverbank—OzFish is 10 years old and we want to hear your stories! Share your favourite OzFish experience and help us celebrate a decade of friendship, fishing, habitat work and making a difference. A big…
The Richmond River came alive on Sunday, September 28, as Northern NSW locals gathered at Fawcett Park in Ballina to mark World Rivers Day and launch Richmond RiverFest 2025. Perfect spring weather was on offer, with beautiful, clear blue water…
In September, our Macintyre Magic project in the Murray-Darling Basin began a series of hazard reduction burns across 575 hectares of public land along the Macintyre River in Queensland. The hazard reduction burns are just one step in a bigger…
When you start talking about recreational fishing in tropical Queensland, a lot of the focus and attention naturally lands on the Great Barrier Reef. It is, after all, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, and the fishing…
Driving into the Sandon campground can feel like stepping back in time to a river system that’s untouched by people. Winding through Yuraygir National Park, the Sandon River is a pristine estuary that put on a show for the latest…
Ever wondered why some stretches of river feel lifeless, while others are teeming with fish? The answer often lies beneath the surface, literally. It all comes down to something simple but essential: snags. Snags are the fallen trees, tangled roots,…
Article written by Isla Sutherland | OzFish Young Leader 2025 Aquatic weeds are a serious threat to Australia’s waterways, and can cause irreversible degradation to fish habitats. Water weeds are disrupting entire ecosystems and can impact your favourite fish species….
Back in 2016, Shimano Australia became OzFish’s first corporate partner from within the fishing industry, marking a milestone in connecting recreational fishing brands, directly with habitat restoration. At the time, OzFish was beginning to showcase how local anglers could lead…
OzFish is celebrating 10 years of fish habitat restoration—but of course, the real question is: what about the next 10 years? We think that’s where young people come in. Through the Young Leaders Program, students are rolling up their sleeves…
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