All posts tagged "best practice"

  • Responsible recreation along our waterways

    VRFish developed a responsible recreation campaign called Naturally Vic. 

  • Reel in your line when a boat approaches

    If you’re fishing from a jetty or pier and see a vessel approaching, you must reel in your lines to allow safe passage.

  • Be a Snapper Steward

    As the annual snapper run heats up in Port Phillip and Western Port, recreational fishers have been sharing some epic snapper catches online. If you’re gearing up to land a

  • Give Murray Cod a Rest on the Nest

    It’s time to give our iconic Murray cod a rest during the closed season* from 1 September to 30 November. During this time, cod are at their most vulnerable as they

  • Promoting responsible recreation along our waterways

    VRFish developed a responsible recreation campaign called Naturally Vic. 

  • Advocating on behalf of Victorian recreational fishers

    Established as the Victorian Recreational Fishing Peak Body, VRFish, is your independent voice representing Victoria’s recreational fishers since 1995. We are proud to be part of a huge and diverse

  • Care for our iconic Murray cod

    Murray Cod season opens on Friday 1 December 2023.

  • Stay safe while rock fishing this summer

    We are blessed with beautiful coastlines in Victoria that make it easy to fish from rock ledges, submerged rocks and rock faces. Whilst rock fishing can provide some great fishing

  • Catch a mighty Murray cod

    With the festive season here, we expect to see recfishers taking the opportunity to wet a line while enjoying the great outdoors with friends and family. Since Murray cod season

  • Are you a Shark Mate?

    Photo: Jonah Yick Recfishers play a vital role in maintaining a healthy population of sharks, rays and other fish stocks. By understanding the different species and how to fish responsibly,

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