NSW Fishing Rules Feedback

FISHING LICENCES

As from 23 March 2001 you now need a fishing licence to fish anywhere in New South Wales. Licences cost $5 for 3 days, $10 for 1 month, $25 for 1 year and $70 for 3 years. You also need a licence for spear fishing, diving, hand gathering and bait collection. Children under 18 years and Commonwealth pension card holders do not need a licence.

You can obtain information about New South Wales Fisheries at www.fisheries.nsw.gov.au

G'day Wibbersnukle

I can tell you from the Fisheries Officers mouth that holders of pensioner concession cards do not need to buy a "Fishing Licence"

However I must correct a post below that states that aboriginal people do not need a licence - in freshwater they are exempt but unless they meet some special circumstances in saltwater they are required to hold the licence.

Check www.dpi.nsw.gov.au for all NSW rules and regs

Cheers