Angling Report of the Southern Tasmanian Licensed Anglers Association
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Index Editorial ..................................................................................... 2 Inland Fisheries Service ........................................................... 3 Ministers Report on Inland Fisheries 2009/2010 .................... 3 From the Director - The State of the Fishery .......................... 4 Hydro Tasmania Report......................................................... 11 Lagoon of Islands Rehabilitation Update ............................. 11 Roll out of freshwater field hygiene program in Tasmania .. 12 MAST Report .......................................................................... 14 Anglers Alliance Tasmania (AAT) Report ........................... 16 Inland Fisheries Advisory Council Report (IFAC).............. 18 STLAA Reports ....................................................................... 20 STLAA Executive ................................................................. 20 STLAA President’s Report ................................................... 21 Club Reports ......................................................................... 24 Australian Polish Anglers Club ........................................ 24 Bothwell Angling Club ..................................................... 25 Bridgewater Anglers Association ..................................... 27 Bronte/Bradys Angling Club ............................................ 29 Clarence Licensed Anglers Club ...................................... 30 Huon Licensed Anglers Association ................................. 32 Kingborough Anglers Association .................................... 35 Lake Pedder Anglers Club ................................................ 37 Maydena Anglers Club ..................................................... 39 New Norfolk Licensed Anglers Association .................... 40 Features & Special Reports.................................................... 43 The ACE Trophy................................................................... 43 About Tooms Lake ............................................................... 46 19th Annual Eddie Wigston Memorial Competition ............. 47 Gordon River 2010 ............................................................... 48 Back to Pedder Competion 2011 .......................................... 49 A Day on the Tyenna ............................................................ 53 Obituaries ................................................................................ 54 Season 2010-2011 Photo Gallery............................................ 56 Our Angling Clubs .................................................................. 68 Club Activities through Images ............................................ 68
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Trout 2011 Tasmanian Angling Report of the Southern Tasmanian Licensed Anglers Association is published annually by the association and it’s affiliated Clubs.
Cover Photo: Chasing midge feeders. Photo – Kingborough Anglers
Report Committee: Terry Byard Bridgewater Anglers Ph 0429 977 185 Norm Cribbin Clarence Licensed Anglers Ph 0408 144 587 Don Emery Bothwell Anglers Ph 0429 344 231 Laurie Harrison Lake Pedder Anglers Ph 0428 626 370 Louis Molnar Bridgewater Anglers Ass. Ph 0419 309 932 Neil Pinkard Clarence Licensed Anglers Ph 0427 342 245
Editorial
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hey say “time flies when you’re having fun” and I must say the past ten (10) years as editor of the Association’s publication Trout has been enjoyable and time has truly flown by. It seems that as soon as one edition is completed there is a brief break over the summer months, to go fishing of course, and then we are back into the next edition.
help Trout would not have continued, thankyou.
One of the rewards has been to ensure an unbroken record of the Association’s angling history is maintained. The current format of Trout came into fruition following the demise of the tripartite statewide publication of the same name in 2001. The current format may not be as thick and glossy as the tripartite editions but I think you will agree that the content reflected the unity of the angling clubs of the Southern Tasmanian Licensed Anglers Association.
As I have indicated in the past I would ask you to acknowledge our advertising sponsors, for without their support it would not be possible to continue to publish this annual report.
Trout 2011 will be my last Trout book as editor and I look forward to seeing Trout 2012. After tens years it is time to handover the editorial role, thus infusing fresh new ideas so that Trout can continue for another tens years and more.
So next time you are making use of any of our sponsor’s services, take time to thank them and mention that you saw their advertisement in the Trout 2011 book. Norm Cribbin - Editor
During my tenure as editor I have been assisted by delegates to numerous to mention, who have sourced articles, pictures and advertising sponsors so needed to make each edition of Trout a success. I pass on my personal thanks and those of the Association for your assistance. However I must mention a few stalwarts who have participated in the production of Trout significantly over the last ten years that I have been editor. Louis Molnar, Leanne Datlen, Bill Cornelius, Don Emery, Terry Byard, Laurie Harrison and Neil Pinkard without your
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Inland Fisheries Service Ministers Report on Inland Fisheries 2009/2010
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of these valuable fisheries for off-themountain angling destinations.
am very pleased as the Minister responsible for Inland Fisheries to provide my report to the Southern Tasmanian Licensed Anglers Association (STLAA) at the end of the 2010-11 financial year.
The premium wild natural trout fisheries in the Central Highlands such as Arthurs, Great and Woods lakes benefited greatly from higher lake levels and there was a big choice of excellent fishing spots throughout the State. This also helped to relieve the pressure experienced in recent years at some of the premium highland waters, including Penstock, Little Pine and Bronte lagoons. I am pleased to see the Service work with its key partners this year to achieve significant agreements for water resource management but also small urgent works to improve road access and boat ramps. The road works were at Four Springs Lake, Woods Lake, and Brumbys Creek, and the ramps were at Arthurs Lake and Great Lake, and Penstock, Little Pine and Pine Tier lagoons.
In doing so, I'd first like to acknowledge the work of the management and staff of the Inland Fisheries Service in their role of protecting and developing the fishery. The business approach of the Service has allowed it to manage its affairs during a period of financial challenge across government, enabling staff to continue delivering positive outcomes and a high standard of work across the range of tasks involved in managing the fishery. I would also like to thank the members of the Inland Fisheries Advisory Council (IFAC) for their advice throughout the year. One of the tasks undertaken was a review of the role of IFAC and the decision was made to take a more direct advisory-management role in the operation of the Service. As a result, the membership of IFAC will need to be more skills-based so that future members can bring a variety of relevant skills to the Council.
I happily witnessed the signing during the year, by Hydro Tasmania of a Moratorium of Understanding with the Service to protect lake levels in Arthurs and Woods Lakes during periods of scarcity. The agreement reflects a genuine spirit of cooperation for the ongoing management of our freshwater resources, an approach which is essential for the modern management of natural resources. As the Minister also responsible for energy and irrigation, I am well aware of the need for a balanced approach to water use. Whilst understanding the primary needs of providing water for electricity generation and irrigation, I take every opportunity to promote the recreational value of trout fishing in our lakes and the importance
The report on the recreational fishery is extremely positive after two seasons of good rainfall. Higher water levels stayed and fresh ground remained flooded, allowing weed beds to regrow and fisheries to be rejuvenated. Add to this, the continued stocking of certain recovering fisheries, to boost the trout populations and capitalise on the ideal conditions. The most spectacular recoveries were at Lake Dulverton, Tooms Lake, Lake Leake and Craigbourne Dam, heralding the return
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Ultimately, of course, the aim is to reclaim the two waters of lakes Sorell and Crescent as premier trout fisheries. High water levels and continued flushing due to winter rains have improved the health of both lakes. Lake Sorell will remain closed to fishing in 2011/2012 whilst the Service focuses on fishing down the remaining juvenile carp population. Steps have already been taken to rejuvenate Lake Crescent as a trophy fishery with stocking resuming this year.
of our trout fishery as an asset to all Tasmanians. The annual stocking program undertaken by the Service has been aimed at capitalising on the ideal conditions and continues to provide a diverse range of fishing opportunities. The investment in the modern hatchery has paid off with an increased production of juvenile brown and rainbow 'wild stock fish'. These fingerling and fry are essential for supplementing, supporting and growing the trout fishery that Tasmania is famous for. Other stockings, such as the periodic release of surplus fish from commercial hatcheries into popular lowland fisheries further adds to the diversity of fishing opportunities.
I'm looking forward to reporting on the season next year, as it is expected to provide the best fishing for many years. Yours sincerely
As a priority this year I ensured the government's support for the carp management program was increased to tackle the challenge remaining at Lake Sorell. This was largely successful with no repeat of the spawning events witnessed in 2009. I commend the Service for its efforts with the Carp Program over the years and in particular its unprecedented success in eradicating carp from Lake Crescent.
Bryan Green MP Minister for Primary Industries & Water
From the Director - The State of the Fishery
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he Tasmanian trout fishery has benefited significantly from the continued rain and sustained water levels for the last two seasons. Higher water levels and the persistent inundation of fresh ground improved fisheries throughout the state but there were notable ones who’s recovery has been outstanding this year.
have been stocked intensively by the Service since they refilled with water in 2009. These fisheries bounced back during the season, providing an important alternative to the highlands, expanding the diversity of fisheries on offer, and providing more options for productive angling across the State. The bigger range of quality angling options also helped to relieve the pressure experienced in recent years at some of the premium highland waters, including Penstock, Little Pine and Bronte lagoons. Three other premium
The Service continued to focus on reinvigorating these fisheries in the South East that had previously suffered from drought. Craigbourne Dam, Tooms Lake, Lake Dulverton and Lake Leake
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been detailed in the 2011-12 Fishing Code.
wild trout fisheries - Arthurs, Great and Woods lakes - benefited directly from higher lake levels. They remained the most popular waters in terms of angler numbers again this year.
Infrastructure improvements Enhancing the values of fisheries by improving access through the development, upgrade or maintenance of infrastructure is an ongoing job for the Inland Fisheries Service. This work often involves joint projects with other government organisations, corporations, community groups and individual landholders.
The importance of avoiding the dangers of continued low water levels at these fisheries was acknowledged this year through the signing of an agreement by Hydro Tasmania. This will help to ensure the maintenance of water levels at Arthurs and Woods during periods of scarcity in future. The Memorandum of Understanding for lake levels is aimed at balancing the water needs for environmental protection and angling with its use for electricity generation and irrigation.
This year, the Woods Lake road received annual maintenance with assistance from Hydro Tasmania, which included grading and potholing to ensure its continued use by 2WD vehicles and cater for the Lake’s increased popularity. The initial upgrade of the road from high clearance 4WD to 2WD in 2005-06 resulted in a sharp rise in angler visitation and its creation as a premium naturally wild fishery.
Regulation Review A review of the Inland Fisheries Regulations was undertaken during the year to clean-up redundant, confusing and unnecessary legislation, and to amend rules and regulations for the benefit of anglers and fishery management. Many of these changes to the regulations governing the inland fishery are merely administrative, including the omission of duplicated regulations.
Also receiving attention was Fisheries Lane to No. 1 Weir at Brumbys Creek. The road was severely rutted with large potholes holding significant volumes of water after two wet seasons. This required a significant investment to bring it up to standard. The Service supplied 600 tonnes of road base, and with the assistance and support of Northern Midlands Council, the road was potholed, graded and reformed. Its hoped that the large amount of material used will mean that only grading will be required in future years.
Other changes being introduced are quite specific, affecting how and when anglers fish. These have arisen largely as a result of plans, recommendations, requests from other land managers and feedback from anglers. For example, Huntsman Lake has been nominated as a winter water to replace Lake Gordon, the opening hours at Craigbourne Dam and Brushy Lagoon have been restricted, and the boundary for the brown trout water on the River Derwent has been shifted downstream from the monument to the Bridgewater Bridge. These and a host of other changes will come into affect at the start of the new season and they have
More recently, access to Penstock Lagoon and Four Springs Lake was improved. Forestry Tasmania assisted in coordinating the work at Four Springs which involved the resurfacing and grading of the last 1.5 km of the access road and the removal of a number of tree stumps from the road verges. The access road to the camping, parking and boat
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ramp areas at the northern end of Penstock Lagoon was resurfaced and drainage improved. MAST funded the resurfacing of the boat ramp with all work completed in time for the start of the season.
benefited from angler access projects including the Meander, Leven, Macquarie, Lake and North Esk rivers, and Brumbys Creek as well as the Huon River in the South (projects are planned for the Derwent and Tyenna rivers).
Towards the end of the financial year, the four major launching sites at Great Lake received major upgrades. Ramps at Brandum, Swan and Cramps bays have been extended by 25 linear metres to ensure the ramps are functional through the majority of the lake’s operating range. Improvements to parking, access and drainage were also completed, and the parking area at Tods Corner was extended, gravelled and groomed.
Aside from the background work of negotiating with landholders and developing formal agreements, there has been a large amount of on-ground work, including the installation of signs, gates, styles, foot bridges, as well as the removal of angling hazards such as willows at designated river access points. This river access work, began in 2007 and jointly funded by the Service and Anglers Alliance Tasmania, has resulted in significant benefits to anglers, opening up stretches of premium angling water that were previously difficult to access across private and crown land.
Minor works were undertaken to minimise a navigation hazard from the toe of the Little Pine Lagoon ramp and to improve the Pine Tier Lagoon ramp, while more major work was undertaken at the Arthurs Lake Dam Wall ramp. This involved an extension of the rock groyne to provide better protection in northerly winds and the installation of a navigation light to assist anglers returning on or after dusk.
Hatchery and stocking This supplementary stocking of wild fish and ‘wild stock fish’, the hatchery-reared offspring of wild eggs, helps to sustain wild fisheries that have poor or no natural recruitment (eg waters in the Western Lakes) and is essential for the development of specific fishery types (including trophy fisheries such as Penstock Lagoon and Four Springs Lake). The Service operates the only hatchery for the production of brown trout and it grows them to fry and fingerling stages. The investment in a modern hatchery was an important step in protecting the State’s wild trout fishery and for providing the stock to sustain and grow the fishery.
Planning and funding arrangements for future works continued to be a focus for the Service. It worked with key partners, Hydro Tasmania and MAST to develop a Boating Infrastructure Plan for the State. The aim is to provide a long term strategy for the continued improvement of boating facilities at inland waters. The plan prioritises those waters which currently have high boat usage or future potential to increase boat usage, while the works are designed to maintain and improve existing facilities and further develop agreed sites.
The new hatchery has enabled the Service to increase its annual production of wild stock fish. This meant that increased numbers of high quality fry and fingerling were available for supplementing and developing fisheries this year. It enabled the matching of different size groups of fry and
River Angler Access The Meander River angler access project was completed this year. This means that seven Tasmanian rivers have now
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with the extended wet period, the fishery was in prime condition and it was a highly marketable product. In fact, it is possible that the increased availability and quality of trout fishing options in Tasmania, helped buffer the potential impact and avert a further decline in angling licence sales.
fingerling for the characteristics of the receiving water, resulting in improved stocking effectiveness. This year, the hatchery developed its aquaculture techniques in triploiding and imported a custom-made triploiging vessel from France – the first of its kind in Australia. It was used successfully with both rainbow and brown trout eggs, resulting in larger numbers of the triploid strain being available for stocking in selected waters.
One of the key marketing strategies being implemented by the Service is to develop a diverse range of fishery types to satisfy the broadest range of angler expectation. Another key strategy is to reward full season licence holders, particularly those who renew their licence.
The Service also continued to strive and satisfy the broadest range of anglers as possible, through the stocking of popular waters with easy to catch adult domestic fish donated by the industry. These fish are stocked in lowland waters, particularly those promoted as popular regional fisheries, including Lake Barrington in the North West, Brushy Lagoon and Curries River Dam in the North, and Lake Meadowbank and Craigbourne Dam in the South. These stockings, particularly the periodic stocking of trophy size Atlantic salmon in some of these waters, continued throughout the season.
This group was targeted again this year through the annual licence renewal mailout and offered a voucher for a free 48 Hour licence to take someone fishing for the second year in a row. Full season licence holders were also offered free entry to the Salmon Ponds during the season for the third year. Although the take a mate fishing promotion was well received by anglers and resulted in an immediate increase in participation in trout fishing, the longer term gains in regard to licence sales need to be assessed and there are no plans for continuing the promotion at present.
Licensing and Marketing At the time of writing, total licence sales for the 2010-11 season had fallen slightly from last season’s high of 28,991 which was the highest since 1998-99 when 29,690 licences were sold. Factors outside the control of the Service are the most likely reason for the slight downturn in licence-holders this year. These include the impact of the Global Financial Crisis, the cost of petrol and other consumables coupled with a softening of the retail and tourism markets. The decline comes after a decade high last year with 28,991 licences sold.
The Service again hosted the Trout Weekend at Liawenee in May 2011 with the invaluable support of angling clubs, Fishcare Volunteers and local fishing businesses and community interest groups. The ongoing success of the Trout Weekend event at Liawenee has assured its traditional place in the Tasmanian angling calendar. It provides an valuable opportunity for the IFS to give back to the community – of anglers, businesses and organisations – involved with trout fishing in Tasmania. This includes a host of information, displays, demonstrations, food and entertainment, and hands-on fishing.
The Service worked on developing and improving the fisheries this year, and
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cautions issued for fisheries and MAST offences. Officers inspected 3,862 angling licences and 171 whitebait licences. Total fines from all sources was $39,200.
Compliance Inland Fisheries Inspectors continued to work very effectively with Tasmania Police, Parks and Wildlife Service and Marine and Safety Tasmania to patrol remote areas and apprehend offenders regarding illegal fishing activities. Of particular note were the successful prosecutions of offenders for illegal whitebait fishing in the North West, including a number of repeat offenders. A joint Inland Fisheries, Parks and Police raid on properties in the North West resulted in charges being laid for inland fisheries, firearms and drug offences. Three officers from the IFS, four from Tasmania Police and one from the Parks and Wildlife Service conducted searches of ten properties in the Circular Head area and at Zeehan. The raids uncovered approximately 100 kg of illegally caught whitebait, amongst other things. After subsequent prosecution for the inland fisheries offences, the penalties arising in this case totalled more than $17,000. Four Circular Head men pleaded guilty to charges of unlawfully taking or possessing whitebait, while a fifth person was fined for making a false or misleading statement to an Inland Fisheries officer. One of them, a repeat offender from Marrawah, received fines and special penalties of more than $11,000 for taking and possessing large quantities of whitebait without a licence. Three other men were also penalised between $650 and $3,000 for whitebaitrelated offences in the same court.
Carp Program A one off additional funding grant of $400,000 from the State Government enabled the carp program to mount an assault on the population of juvenile carp in Lake Sorell. The Lake was closed to fishing this year to assist the campaign, which included increasing the fishing pressure, installing additional barrier netting and traps to prevent further spawning, and flood proofing Lake Sorell to prevent the reintroduction of carp into Lake.
During the year, 10 defendants were successfully prosecuted in the Magistrates Court for 25 offences, with fines and special penalties amounting to $24,120. There were 89 infringement notices issued (comprising of 95 offences) amounting to fines of $15,080, and 62 fisheries and 21 MAST verbal
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A funding application was submitted to the Federal Governments Caring for our Country and in May, a two day Carp Workshop was undertaken to review the progress of the Carp Management Program. A number of recommendations were presented to the Minister and an operational plan was developed for the coming year. The Invasive Animal Cooperative Research Centre (IACRC) project ‘Integrated Carp Eradication Demonstration Site – Lakes Sorell and Crescent, Tasmania’ was completed. A number of pheromone enhancing products were trialed and various aspects of the project are being written up as part of this project.
High water levels throughout the year ensured that the carp, in particular those that were maturing, had the environmental stimulation to seek out spawning sites in the marshes of Lake Sorell. This made them vulnerable to targeting and trapping. Effort was concentrated during this period to prevent the carp from spawning and daily monitoring was undertaken. Intelligence gathered from years of radio tracking enabled the increased fishing effort to be targeted in preferred areas and at the prime sites. In addition, eel fishermen were permitted to harvest eels from the lakes using fyke nets, and the young carp are particularly vulnerable to this fishing technique. This added fishing pressure proved to be mutually beneficial.
Fishery Investigation and Assessment The Service continued its investigation and experimental stocking of two fisheries that have been a concern, with anglers reporting diminishing bags in recent years. These are the Bradys system of lakes and the Break O’Day River.
Over the past year, a total of 16 adult carp, including 12 females, 2 males, 2 ex transmitter fish along with 8895 one year old carp were captured and removed. The mature females had the potential to lay millions of eggs. A further two kilometres of barrier netting was purchase and placed in front of Silver Plains Marsh to compliment the 8.5 km that is already in place around the lake blocking access to spawning sites. Increased fishing pressure, including the assistance of commercial eel fishermen, aided in preventing any new recruitment and reduction of the carp population.
These waters are likely to have succumbed to a compounded situation where the impacts of drought conditions have been overlayed on top of other environmental pressures such as large populations of other fish species such as redfin perch, eels and tench. The resultant effect is ongoing poor recruitment of trout populations and decimation. When this situation occurs, it can be extremely difficult to rebuild a substantial and sustainable trout population, even with high levels of supplementary stocking.
Since the start of the program, a total of 7,797 carp have been removed from Lake Crescent. The last carp was captured in December 2007. Despite the ideal spawning conditions, no new carp were captured during the year. Commercial eel fishermen added to the extensive monitoring in Lake Crescent which once again failed to find any sign of successful recruitment from the spawning period and this lake continues to appear carp free.
In the case of the Break O’Day River, the Service has undertaken two surveys, one this year and the initial survey in 2008. It has also conducted the experimental stocking of around 10,000 brown trout fin-clipped fingerling (weighing approximately 20 g) into key
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O’Day. A combined survey of the three waters (lakes Bradys and Binney, and Tungatinah Lagoon) resulted in low numbers of brown trout being captured, and very few of these fish were of a large size.
broadwaters during 2008, 2010 and 2011. This year’s survey, along with angler diary information, showed that the total numbers of trout were very low yet there was the huge head of both large eels and tench present, with almost no smaller size classes apparent. The numbers of redfin perch were lower than expected; however, the abundance of smelt was significant.
It is hoped that in the short term, the transfer of adult brown trout will help fill the void in the fishery, while smaller fish begin to grow to a catchable size. The stocking of hatchery reared wild fish brown trout stock will continue to be an important management tool in the attempt to bring the catch rate up to acceptable levels for this important fishery. It should be noted that these observations and results are preliminary and a more in-depth examination is required.
All trout were in good condition and the growth rates of stocked fish were very good and better than that of trout from natural recruitment. It is hoped that with continued stocking, a base population can be re-established and when combined with good natural recruitment during favourable wet periods, some detectable improvement in this fishery will occur over the next 3 years. The Bradys system of lakes has also suffered from extremely low trout numbers. A week long survey conducted in early June this year yielded similar results to those observed in the Break
John Diggle Director of Inland Fisheries
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Hydro Tasmania Report Lagoon of Islands Rehabilitation Update
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A panel of internal stakeholders and external experts was assembled to advise on the best course of action to improve the poor environmental conditions persistent in the lagoon.
n response to a deteriorating ecosystem, Hydro Tasmania is progressing its ambitious project to rehabilitate Lagoon of Islands towards its natural wetland state. Located in Tasmania’s central highlands, this unique ecosystem characterised by floating islands of terrestrial vegetation was flooded by Hydro Tasmania in 1968 to deliver irrigation water to downstream irrigators along the Ouse River and offset water releases from Great Lake. Downstream demand exceeded the capability of the natural catchment and in 1984 Ripple Canal was constructed to divert a number of small tributaries of the Shannon River to the lagoon. Though substantially increasing the yield from the lagoon this action proved to be ecologically disastrous as the canal also contributed large volumes of nutrient rich water ultimately resulting in a collapse of the natural system and unacceptable water quality. Low inflows in recent years combined with the poor environmental conditions have prevented any water releases for irrigation purposes requiring expensive releases from Great Lake to occur. Addressing the issues at Lagoon of Islands is one of the key objectives of the Ouse River Project that aims to resolve a number of interconnected water related issues in this area. Construction of alternative water supply infrastructure for Ouse River irrigators is being progressed and, once commissioned, will render Lagoon of Islands redundant and allow for the dam to be decommissioned and the water body to be rehabilitated.
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In May 2010, the first major action was taken with the decommissioning of Ripple Creek Canal. Four tributaries artificially flowing into Lagoon of Islands were redirected back to their natural course and into the Shannon River. Planning is currently underway to breach the dam wall to allow for natural water levels to occur.
and dam. Full recovery of Lagoon of Islands to its original state is unlikely in the short to medium term. However, Hydro Tasmania is confident that the approach will see improvements in water quality in the short-term and set the lagoon on the best path to long-term recovery. For further information please contact Andrew Jones, Project Delivery Manager, andrew.jones@hydro.com.au or visit www.hydro.com.au/loi
Further interventions are being considered but will depend on the lagoon’s response to removing the canal
Lagoon of Island Dam scheduled to be decommissioned.
Roll out of freshwater field hygiene program in Tasmania
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atural Resource Management (NRM) South and Hydro Tasmania have developed a training program in freshwater field hygiene. The program has been developed to ensure pests and diseases are not spread into lakes and rivers in Tasmania including the pristine World Heritage Areas.
The training program will provide the necessary freshwater hygiene protocols for field staff and recreational users to prevent the introduction of new pests and diseases, such as Didymo algae. These protocols also aim to reduce the spread of existing pests and diseases, such as Chytrid frog disease,
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Phytophthora (root rot) and Platypus mucor disease.
authorities, government agencies, contractors and recreational groups, including bushwalking and fishing groups.
Field staff and recreational users have an important role in protecting our lakes and rivers from these environmentally destructive pests and diseases. By following the simple hygiene protocols that are being presented during the training program, serious environmental threats can be significantly reduced. The training provides a practical step-by-step guide to cleaning clothes, boots, waders, equipment, vehicles and machinery.
To view the Keeping it Clean manual visit the NRM South website at www.nrmsouth.org.au/home/ The training program is funded by the Australian Government’s Caring for our Country Project and forms part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area Biosecurity Extension Project. This project is supported by Forestry Tasmania, Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service and Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment (DPIPWE).
The training program which is based on the Keeping it Clean: a Tasmanian Field Hygiene Manual is being progressively rolled out to Tasmanian councils, water
The simple but effective washing down of waders to stop the spread of organisms.
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MAST Report
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time of the season the new facility has created much positive feedback already.
ith the trout season now open after a break of a few months anglers are now heading to their favourite destination in the hope of successful catches and of course the good fun that goes with trout fishing in the lakes and rivers of Tasmania. The IFS open weekend at Liawenee was another huge success with good weather and better than average crowds, MAST was again there to answer questions from the public and I look forward to attending next year with our new Recreational Boating Project Officer, Mr Ian Ross who recently joined MAST. MAST has been busy working with IFS and Hydro in rolling out projects that were released in the 2010 Inland Waters Infrastructure Plan. The three organisations have been working together for a number of years however got together last year to develop the plan which will have huge benefits for anglers who fish from boats for years to come. Those who use Arthurs Dam, which of course is near capacity levels at the moment, will notice the rock wall at the Dam Wall ramp has been lifted and lengthened to give additional shelter from the North to North West. A Naval Architect has almost completed a design for a pontoon at this site which when completed will no doubt be a pre curser for similar structures in suitable locations when funding is available.
MAST is also looking at work at Strathgordon and this will involve some improvements around the existing facility. A major project is also being undertaken at Bronte Lagoon with a walkway and double lane ramp. Bronte of course is a popular fishery and all reports are that it is fishing well this season so this facility will be most welcomed. The planning process is
The concrete ramps on Great Lake have also been lengthened and recent rain and snow falls has seen the lake rise so these can be utilised. The facility at Four Springs is all but completed and with this being a popular destination at his
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The MAST website continues to be a useful resource and we urge all anglers, if they have access to a computer and the internet to look at our website www.mast.tas.gov.au as there is some useful educational material and of course the successful and well utilised MAST TV.
currently underway and we are hopeful the facility will be completed by the end of November. From a safety point of view MAST is still concerned with the number of people fishing inland on boats who are not wearing life jackets. IFS reported a number over the opening weekend were fined so we remind you of your responsibilities. To say it won’t happen to you is not an excuse, no one leaves a ramp expecting to be in an incident however we know they do occur and statistics show us the chances of survival and rescue if wearing a life jacket more than double. There is also of course the cold water shock immersion factor as well, it is proven that those entering cold water without a jacket are more likely to drown those who have a jacket on, so , remember, Life Jackets save lives.
Remember, if you have not been out this year check your safety gear and ensure your inflatable has been serviced. MAST intend working closely with IFS this coming season to see that boaters are compliant. We look forward to seeing you on the water and I take this opportunity in wishing all anglers the very best for the season. Lia Morris - Chief Executive Marine and safety Tasmania (MAST)
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Anglers Alliance Tasmania (AAT) Report
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AAT has met with and developed a good relationship with Bryan Green, the Minister for Primary Industry and Water. As an ardent freshwater fisherman he is keen to develop projects but is somewhat hobbled by the governments present financial position. However with the “Drought Proofing Tasmania” irrigation works seemingly set to run their course (under the helmsman ship of a farmer) it would be a good opportunity to use this relationship to ensure that multiple use and angler access is factored in to the management of these schemes.
he substantial completion of the Commonwealth funded Recreational Fishing Development Plan in 2010 has allowed AAT to focus more on the fishery and anglers’ concerns. Less emphasis has been placed on marketing and more emphasis on a custodial role for our waters which will ensure the best possible outcome for the Tasmania’s diverse freshwater fishery. This along with the need for better communication with anglers is understood and this is being developed. The Executive Committee of myself, Terry Byard, Gary France and Malcolm Crosse have considerable freshwater fishing experience and are keen to implement this change of direction to achieve the best possible outcome for the fishery.
The main source of funding for AAT’s general running is from IFS, and as mentioned AAT will seek funding for other projects such as webcams and Angler Access projects. The relationship AAT has with IFS is strong. AAT can attract project funds, which IFS (being a government body) can not. We aim to work together and bring projects on that will benefit anglers. The Angler Access program and webcams are two of those.
It has been heartening to have the NWFA back with AAT; this will strengthen both the NWFA and AAT. We look forward to their future input. The STLAA remains a strong and focussed representative group that works hard for its constituents. We value their input and support.
Regardless of being funded through IFS though, AAT is not hamstrung by their policies or direction and are free to pursue its own agenda. Fortunately this is mostly the same agenda and AAT is supportive. IFS has taken strong note of the need to develop fisheries for a wide range of users from family anglers to remote wilderness. This ensures a fishery for every group and AAT supports the IFS in its renewed vigour in marketing this range of products.
The Angler Access program, in the very capable hands of Neil Morrow, is ongoing. It has been very well received by anglers and AAT is actively pursuing further funding to enable its long term continuation. We are very fortunate to have Malcolm Crosse on board and he is using his considerable communications experience to resurrect the webcam at Arthurs Lake in an efficient and cost effective manner. It is the intention to seek further funding and develop two or three more sites, possibly with real time weather stations.
Red Jelly (a Hobart advertising and marketing company) still holds some AAT funds, and they were tasked with producing marketing collateral for AAT through the Recreational Fisheries Development Plan. Part of this collateral was a bream DVD, Fishing Tasmania stickers and a Fishing Tasmania
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Overall the last year has been smooth running and I have tried to get AAT on a strong, financially sound footing. AAT also appointed Denis Edwards as its Executive Officer, which has worked really well. Denis deals with all the day to day correspondence, emails, meetings etc. I thank him for his efforts.
magazine. It will be around six months before sales of this magazine are completed and the remaining funds are known. AAT hopes to have around $24 000 at its disposal once all that is wound up. Anglers Alliance has two websites at the moment – www.anglersalliance.org.au and www.fishingtasmania.net.
I would also like to thank enormously Vice Chairman Terry Byard, Gary France and Malcolm Crosse for their support and wise counsel. It is appreciated.
The www.fishingtasmania.net site is/was the marketing website for Fishing Tasmania brand and www.anglersalliance.org.au is a communication tool between AAT, the Committee and general anglers. Neither of these websites has been used to their potential and both need to be addressed in the near future.
In the year ahead AAT hopes to develop the webcams further, plan and implement a website strategy and ensure we represent anglers well, when and wherever we are needed. Our mission statement is our goal:
A standing camp at Christies Creek and the potential for helicopter access was brought forward as an issue during the year. AAT put forward a strong argument to the consultants to refuse this proposal. It seems that it will not go ahead, but Parks have not given us that undertaking in writing. The next stage would have been a full public consultation and that would have to be funded by the proponent.
‘Through the representation of all anglers, ensure the realisation and maintenance of the full potential of the fishery.’ Mike Stevens, Chairman.
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Inland Fisheries Advisory Council Report (IFAC)
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us during the year to outline his vision for the development of the fishery.
he 2010-11 season saw most of the waters in the state return to normal levels with many of the Hydro storages spilling early in the season. This, compared with the dry conditions experienced the previous year, brought improved fishing around the state.
One of the outcomes of the Minister’s meeting was a discussion on the future role of the Inland Fisheries Advisory Council. After discussion by the members and the Minister, it has been agreed that IFAC will take a more direct advisory management role in the operation of the Inland Fisheries Service. As a result meetings now include full reports covering all areas of IFS operations. It was also agreed that the membership of IFAC should be more skills-based with future members bringing a variety of skills to the council.
The main political issue has been global warming and although the state has seen good rainfall over the last year, the threat of drought conditions and increasing temperatures has the potential to threaten Tasmania’s trout fishery. During the year members were briefed by James Bennett from the Antarctic Climate & Ecosystems CRC on the report “Climate futures for Tasmania” which reported on the possible future climate changes until the end of the century. The report predicts reduced rainfall in the Central Highlands with increased rainfall on the eastern side of the state. The increased rainfall on the eastern side of the state will be caused by an increase in easterly weather to the state. These predictions are of interest when already in 2011 the east coast has had a number of increased flood events. A continuing issue for the health of our fishery will be environmental and water quality issues.
As chairman I would like to thank John Diggle and his staff for their contribution to the development of our fishery and to the members of IFAC for their continuing interest and contribution. Members of IFAC. John Cleary (Chairman), Peter Maloney, John Diggle, John Smith, Andrew Braithwaite, David Ikedife, Philip Cooper, Louis Molnar, Dennis Edwards, Mike Bidwell and Robyn Lewis. John Cleary - Chairman Inland Fisheries Advisory Council
The year also saw a number of water management plans being prepared by the Department with recreational users having the opportunity to have input into the development of these plans. The advisory council reviewed the Inland Fisheries regulations and recommended a number of changes that were to be implemented for the 2011-12 season. The year saw Minister Brian Green’s reappointment as Minister. He met with
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STLAA Reports STLAA Executive OFFICE BEARERS 2010-2011 POSTAL ADDRESS: PO Box 697 Moonah 7009 PATRON: Mr Bob Ward PRESIDENT: Mr Norm Cribbin VICE PRESIDENT: Laurie Harrison SECRETARY: Mr Louis Molnar HONORARY TREASURER: Mr Neil Pinkard HONORARY HISTORIAN: Mr Ray Aitchison AAT DELEGATES: Mr Norm Cribbin, Mr Terry Byard EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Messers Norm Cribbin, Louis Molnar, Neil Pinkard, Laurie Harrison and Don Emery CLUB DELEGATES: Australian Polish Luke Stefankowski, Anthony Young Bothwell Anglers Don Emery, Shane Jones Bridgewater Anglers Terry Byard, Louis Molnar Clarence Licensed Anglers Neil Pinkard, Charlie Harris Huon Anglers Rob Chandler, David Roberts Kingborough Anglers Association Steve Long Lake Pedder Anglers Laurie Harrison Maydena Anglers Club Bill Cornelius New Norfolk Licensed Anglers Duncan Hughes, Justin Causby LIFE MEMBERS: E.T. Smith 1970 L. Ward 1987 T. Byard 2004 A. Maclaine 1979 B. Creed 1992 L. Harrison 2009 C. Smith 1983 P. Lowe 1992 K. Hansson 2009 R. Cairns 1983 R. Aitchison 1995 P Wood 2010 K. Morley 1983 K. Jones 1999 D Triffitt 2011 R. Ryder 1983 D. Cranfield 1999 C. Bourke 1985 R. Bradshaw 2002 CERTIFICATE FOR SERVICES TO ANGLING AWARDS: R. Bradshaw 2000 B. Johnston 2004 B. Barrett 2008 P. Wood 2000 M. Sherriff 2004 J. Barrett 2008 L. Datlen 2000 R. Walker 2004 B. Andrew 2008 K. Hanson 2000 D. Cranfield 2004 M. Harrison 2009 W. Knight 2000 D. Driver 2005 C. Harris 2010 N. Cribbin 2001 P. Richards 2005 J. Groves 2010 B. Sherriff 2001 K. Russell 2005 K. Cooper 2010 D. Triffitt 2001 M. Russell 2005 J Causby 2011 T. Sutton 2001 H. Chivers 2005 S. Mallinson 2011 W. Seabrook 2002 M. Pinkard 2006 T. Gourlay 2011 N. Pinkard 2002 R. Aitchison 2006 J. Steele 2011 F. Johnson 2002 A. Smith 2007 N. Bester 2011 J. Bluett 2003 S. Page 2007 B. Jordan 2004 B. Page 2007 E. Aitchison 2004 D. Goss 2007 K. Walker 2004 S. Granger 2008
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STLAA President’s Report
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This past season the Association enjoyed a number of social events. The first of these was the annual STLAA Family BBQ, which was once again held at the Salmon Ponds. Unfortunately the recent trend of rain and wind following STLAA events, no matter what time of year they are planned, continued.
t is with much pleasure that I present the President’s Report for the 2010/11 angling season. The past year has seen the member ranks of the Association increase significantly. This increase in membership has come following the formation of the Bronte-Bradys Club and the revival of the Maydena Anglers Club; and subsequent affiliation of both clubs with the Association. Combined, the two clubs bring some additional 70 members under the Association’s banner. The Association is now made up of 10 angling clubs with a combined membership of over 600. This is a significant collective voice for anglers in the south and ensures that anglers are regarded as major stakeholders in matters relating to tourism, recreation, water & land management and the environment. Affiliated Clubs - Season 2010-11 • Australian Polish • Bothwell • Bridgewater • Bronte/Bradys • Clarence • Huon • Kingborough • Lake Pedder • Maydena • New Norfolk The growth and strength of the Association continues to come from ensuring that the Association listens to and adapts to the changing needs of the Clubs and their members. The most significant change in recent years has been the reduction in direct involvement required by member clubs to address issues affecting our fishery. This has been welcomed by all and is supported by the knowledge that Anglers Alliance Tasmania (AAT), with representative input and support from the Association and other angling bodies, is capable of responding appropriately to those issues.
The second event was organized at the former Snowy Range Fishery located west of Judbury in the Huon Valley. The aim of the day was to allow members, both young and old, to enjoy the opportunity of catching a trout or salmon in social atmosphere. Most of the affiliated clubs were represented and turnout was estimated at approx 150 members. It is hoped that the Association can arrange a similar event in season 2011/2012. I thank the members for their support of the association’s social events. This past year has seen a number of guest speakers attend the STLAA monthly meetings. Presentations have been made by: • MAST – The new Australian Standard on PFD’s and how the changes will affect recreational boaters. • IFS – Overview of IFS operations, stocking and potential changes to the angling code. • Hydro Tasmania – Restoration of Lagoon of Islands back to a natural marsh. On the angling front, it was pleasing to see water volumes and flows in our lakes and rivers return to more traditional levels. Field trip reports from Clubs throughout the past season were varied, but generally good catches were reported. On those occasions when catch rates were down it was generally considered that the weather pattern at the
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time was the dominating factor. Many clubs commented on the cooler than average summer and the possible impact that this had on highland insect hatches, which were considered below average this past season.
In closing I would like to warmly thank the Association’s Secretary, Louis Molnar, for his dedication and diligence in dealing with the variety of Association matters that have arisen throughout the past 12 months. He is retiring from this role after more than 10 years of excellent service. I also thank our Vice President, Laurie Harrison, who has ably stepped in to chair meetings when work has kept me from attending to STLAA duties. Thanks must also go to Neil Pinkard, the Association’s Treasurer for ensuring we are always on a sound financial footing and to Terry Byard, our AAT Delegate. Special thanks also go to our Patron, Bob Ward, and the STLAA Historian, Ray Aitchison, for their continued commitment. Last, but not least, thank you to the delegates who attend the Association meetings and provide the invaluable conduit between the Association and their Club.
Stocking of waters such as Craigbourne Dam and Lake Meadowbank with large ex-brood stock Atlantics and Rainbows has been seen many anglers return to these waters. The anglers, in most cases after an enjoyable day’s fishing, have departed with a sizeable fish or two. Sadly catches exceeding the allowable bag limits have also been reported. It is important that bag limits are adhered to. They have been set at sustainable levels to protect the fishery and ensure all anglers have the opportunity to share in the experience of catching a large fish. I would like to thank the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) for its support of the STLAA and its activities. The Association continues to endorsed the work of the IFS and our two organizations maintain a friendly and supportive relationship. Currently the Association and the IFS are working together to restore the toilet facilities at Craigbourne Dam, which sadly have been damaged by vandals. The association continues to provide angler
I wish all members and their family’s great outings and tight lines for the season ahead. Norm Cribbin – STLAA President
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Club Reports Australian Polish Anglers Club
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over 750g. In March we returned to Arthurs, and it rained twice as much as in November. It was a weekend around the campfire and some even managed a gourmet roast for lunch, fishing was quite slow.
ello to all. Well, we have had another good season with most of the trips well attended. The Derwent River competition opening weekend was hard fishing, but catches of couta were had around the Boyer area, trout were few and far between with a very low average weight. Lake Binney, in September, produced some excellent fish with an average of about 600 grams and a good turnout of members resulted in a very social evening around the campfire.
Lake Echo in April was quite cold and not many ventured onto the water for long. Those who did were well rewarded, but once again, the trout were quite hard work. Lake Pedder at the end of the season was not attended by many, but those who made the trip were well rewarded. Not a breath of wind all weekend, any plenty of nice, fat, trout.
Wayatinah Lagoon as always attracted a good number of members with a large number of smaller fish caught. Arthurs in November was washed out and only a handful of people turned up, fishing was good though, mudeyes proving very effective.
Many thanks to all our members and many sponsors. Thankyou for your continued support and see you on the water this season. Luke Stefankowski - President
Tooms Lake in February was also well attended and the size and quality of fish was excellent with an average weight of Season Summary Location Derwent River Lake Binney Wayatinah Lagoon Arthurs Lake Tooms Lake Arthurs Lake Lake Echo Lake Pedder Season Totals Honour Roll: Heaviest Fish (SENIOR): Heaviest Fish (LADIES): Heaviest Fish (JUNIOR): Most Consistent Angler:
Fish Caught
Total Weights
34 64 91 70 33 32 19 65 408
11.53 kg 40.34 kg 32.13 kg 41.76 kg 25.89 kg 15.95 kg 9.33 kg 39.68 kg 216.60 kg
Average Weights
Adrian Kniaz – Tooms Lake – 1.48 kg Naomi Kniaz – Tooms Lake – 1.21 kg Luke Chivers – 0.84 kg Greg Kowalski
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0.75 kg 0.56 kg 0.41 kg 0.65 kg 0.52 kg 0.59 kg 0.86 kg 0. 53 kg
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Bothwell Angling Club
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he season went quickly and I hope that all of you had some good trips and even better catches.
Our Annual Dinner and Presentation Evening was held in July with 63 adult and junior members, their families and official guests enjoying a good night even with our usual lack of lighting for awhile.
I would sincerely like to thank all our Executive office bearers, patron, delegates, weigh in stewards and all those who have attended meetings, competitions and helped our club in many different ways when needed. We would like to thank Felicity Whittaker for holding the position of Treasurer for the past 4 years, the club has appreciated the work that Felicity has done in this position and wish her the best for the future.
Members also attended and represented the club at the S.T.L.A.A. AGM & Dinner. We had our usual competition weekends, most of these have had good nominations with some good size catches. We also held our annual Fun Fish, which was open to all waters. The family barbecue, weigh-in and drawing of the raffle and nomination prize ended this enjoyable day at the Bothwell Football ground.
Also a thank you goes to James Whittaker for holding the position of Vice President for the last twelve months. We welcome Jodi Fenton and Shane Bryant onto our executive committee and Lance Devine as Vice President, Pam Jones has been on the committee since 1998 and remains in a position. Don Emery remains as our delegate.
The clubs monthly meetings are held on every second Thursday and it would be good to see some new faces even if you can only attend some of the meetings, either to put forward your ideas to the club or find out what is happening at club and S.T.L.A.A. level. New members welcome.
A very special thank you goes to the members who have put up their hand to go onto the committee or help the club in other ways as we were not sure if the club would continue into this season. This would have been a shame as we have a large membership base, large sponsorship support, a large junior involvement and, being affiliated since the early 60's, we are the 2nd oldest continuously affiliated club in Southern Tasmania. Once again thank you to those members for putting your hand up and all members should thank these people - when they see them as without them we would not have a club.
The club donated a book for Anzac Day, this is laid at the local cenotaph and then goes to the Bothwell Area School library. A very special thank you must go to all our sponsors, for without their continued support, some over many years, events such as our Presentation Dinner and Fun Fish would not be the success that the are. A list of sponsors goes to all members and their support is greatly appreciated. Thank you to the Central Highlands Council for the use of the hall, club rooms and in kind support such as photocopying. A thank you also
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Good luck to everyone for the coming season. Leanne Datlen – President
Congratulations to all our trophy winners, these members were presented with their trophies at our Dinner.
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Bridgewater Anglers Association
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Thanks to the Bradshaw family for the use of their shack.
nother season has finished and we look forward to the next. The last season kicked off very well with good numbers of members turning up for the opening weekend competition on the Derwent River. Plenty of fish were caught. Those who fished from the shore accounted for many fish on the Saturday while the boaters had better results on the Sunday. Members finished both days with a Barbecue at weigh-in at the Granton Park.
A feature event in early March was the ANSA challenge which was a one day team competition. We were able to win the shield which is hung at the Spot-On The Fishing Connection store in Harrington Street. The Christmas barbecue was very successful with a great attendance of members and families, good food and good yams and lots of Christmas cheer.
The combined event with New Norfolk club was held in mostly mirror calm conditions. Plenty of fish were seen but proved hard to catch. Our Club accounted for forty four fish but we were once again beaten by New Norfolk. Our thanks go to the New Norfolk anglers for supplying and hosting the weigh-in and barbecue on Sunday afternoon.
General Meetings were, as a whole, fairly well attended and offered a variety of speakers and informative videos. The "Back to Sorell" weekend saw a capacity crowd sit down in the Long Room for a very enjoyable feast. John Steele and Noel Bester did it again as the meal was expertly prepared and delicious. A special thanks to John and Noel for their continued extra effort and also to the able assistants (Peters home grown greens and the ladies for the feminine touch).
Competitions prior to Christmas were held at Tooms Lake, Huon River, Western Lakes and the open waters event based at Arthurs Lake over the show long weekend. Attendances were good and plenty of fish were caught despite some dodgy weather. Special thanks to Gary and Cheryl Williams for looking after weigh-ins and for their hospitality on the Saturday evening, hosting members at their shack for a barbecue and get together which was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended.
Late in May another successful working bee was held at Lake Sorell. The outside shelter has been wired and lights installed. A Solar light was installed to help find the way to the woodshed and outside toilet and the veranda edge was repaired. The wood shed was restocked before the working bee and our master painter was also busy beforehand repainting all that needed painting. The heater flues were not cleaned as the weather was too cold to let the fires go out.
After Christmas a competition was held at Tyenna River with the final competition being at Bronte and surrounds on the last weekend of the season. Both events were enjoyable and well supported by members. Conditions for the Cremorne day were atrocious but members still enjoyed a nice lunch.
Before closing I would particularly like to thank Peter Wood for his guidance during my first term as president and our
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Secretary Gary Chaffey for his continued good work, Treasurer Bernard Creed and all Committee and fellow members for their support during the year.
My best wishes to all members and their families for a successful safe and enjoyable 2011/2012 season. Tight lines. Alistair Creed - President
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President: Lindsay Waters Secretary: Anne-Maree Donohue Treasurer: Arthur Cunningham Contact: 62 891 069 Meetings: Bi-Monthly
Bronte/Bradys Angling Club
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s many association members may recall the Bronte/Tarraleah Angling Club went into recession a number of years ago. Recently many former members regrouped and following much discussion formed a new club called the Bronte/Bradys Angling Club.
have our first competition on Opening Weekend 2011 where some 6 fish were weighed in. The biggest being a Brown Trout of 3.39 kg caught by a junior angler Brody Kelly from Queenstown. A barbeque was held after the weigh-in. I will be in a better position to give a better report once the club has been up and running for a while.
We currently have 60 adult members and 10 junior members. As the new club is still in its infancy it is difficult to provide a full seasons report. However we did
Lindsay Waters - President
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forward to enjoying your company throughout the coming seasons.
ur club members participated in 16 organised field events throughout the season. Our field events were at a number of different lakes and rivers, which is our normal event calendar.
I wish to congratulate all committee and club members in winning the Bridges Bros Perpetual trophy this year. This was awarded at the STLAA AGM and Annual Dinner on 23rd July.
Other events our club enjoyed attending included the Rise Fly Fishing Film Festival last August, the Tasmanian Fly Casting Championships in September and the Cressy Trout Expo in October.
I wish to thank our Office Bearers Neil Pinkard, Gary Davey, Charlie Harris and Warwick Bonney for again another year committed to the success of this club, and the many hours devoted to their duties.
Substantial milestones we have achieved this year included building of the shack to lock up and securing more suitable premises to conduct our meetings and social activities, this being the Lindisfarne Girl Guides Hall. This venue proved very successful for our trophy night, and from all reports everyone was comfortable, enjoyed the festivities and the heating proved sufficient for the July time of year. The trophy night had very good attendance.
Also to the committee: Adrian Tanner, David Riley, Norm Cribbin, Peter Molony & Tim Holloway, I wish to extend my thanks for your input and commitment to CLAC, and your tireless efforts for the benefit of our members. To the STLAA representatives, I acknowledge your contribution in giving our club a presence at STLAA level and providing a report back to members.
At our general meetings we have had the pleasure of a number of guest speakers providing us with their piscatorial wisdom, safety awareness and angling information. We extend our thanks to those guests, and acknowledge the donations to aid our fund raising ventures.
I wish to thank all club members for their support and friendship over the last 12 months as President and fellow angler. Club meetings are held monthly at Lindisfarne Girl Guides Hall, on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 8pm. Visitors welcome.
Many members and committee involved themselves in our fundraising activities at Anaconda, Raffles and IFS Open weekend at Liawenee. I wish to extend my thanks to you all, for without this we would not be at current status with the shack.
Tight lines. Leigh Garth - President
We have seen a substantial increase in membership this year, which is extremely pleasing and we wish a long association with these anglers. We look
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Season Awards Trophy Heaviest Fish for Season - Senior Men (Trout) Heaviest Fish for Season - Senior Women (Trout) Heaviest Fish Field Trip (AC Walker Memorial Trophy) Club Member Award Junior Club Member Award "ACE" Award Heaviest Atlantic Salmon for Season Consistent Angler
Location
Angler
Fish
Method Weight
Dee Lagoon
Gerry Fitzgibbon
Rainbow
Plastic
1.85 kg
Tooms Lake
Leigh Garth
Brown
Lure
1.43 kg
Dee Lagoon
Gerry Fitzgibbon
Rainbow
Plastic
1.85 kg
Lure
4.20 kg
Adrian Tanner Norm Cribbin & Les Hay Andrew Simmons
Atlantic Salmon Norm Cribbin
Andrew Simmons 230.5 Points
Field Trip Awards Date
Location
Angler
Fish
Method
7/08/2009 4/09/2010 18/09/2010 2/10/2010 9/10/2001 21/10/2010 7/11/2010 20/11/2010 4/12/2010 26/01/2011
Derwent River Woods Lake Lake Meadowbank Cressy/Dulverton Huon River Tooms Lake Brumbys Creek Swan River Arthurs Lake Lake Burbury Arthurs Lake (Base) Arthurs Lake (Base) National Park Dee Lagoon Little Pine Lagoon Woods Lake
Norm Cribbin Peter Molony Alan Shaw Vince Coyte David Driver David Driver Charlie Harris David Driver
Atlantic Brown Atlantic Atlantic Brown Bream Brown Rainbow
Plastic Fly Bait Lure Lure Bait Fly Lure
0.55 kg 1.38 kg 2.32 kg 1.53 kg 1.53 kg 38 cm 1.14 kg 1.01 kg
Norm Cribbin
Brown
Plastic
0.86 kg
Bruce Andrew Charlie Harris Gerry Fitzgibbon Peter Moloney Scott Garth
Brown Brown Rainbow Brown Brown
Lure Bait Plastic Fly Lure
0.86 kg 0.38 kg 1.85 kg 1.01 kg 1.27 kg
12/02/2011 12/02/2011 26/02/2011 12/03/2011 9/04/2011 30/04/2011
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Huon Licensed Anglers Association
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Angler effort waned and as a result only ninety six fish were weighed in from the beginning of December to the end of the season. Twenty six fish were weighed in on closing weekend.
s the long run of cold, wet weather continues I look back on a season that delivered somewhat less than anticipated. I expected the rising lake levels would lead to an increase in food supply and, some great catches would follow. It seems nature has its own time line. Bait fish and invertebrates take time to recover from an extended dry spell. Member reports, early in the season, indicated the fishing in the Highlands was hard work and the fish size was down. That said the first few months of the season did produce some reasonable bags, mostly from the Huon River.
The best brown trout weighed in this year does deserve special mention as it was caught by Matthew Paul a junior member only five years of age at the time. The fish taken from the Huon River in December weighed 1.9 kilograms. Matthew also caught the most trout for a junior angler (ten) and managed to land a four kilo Atlantic salmon on the opening weekend. Matthew was introduced to trout fishing by his grandfather, Larry. He selects his own lures, casts very well and demonstrates ability well beyond his age. Well done Matthew.
The total number of trout weighed in for the season was one hundred and ninety two with the average weight being 737g. It’s worth pointing out we encourage adult members to release fish less than 300mm caught in the Huon.
Larry Paul, again showed his skills winning the heaviest trout for a male with a fish weighing 1.62kg. He caught the most fish, 46 trout and 69 Atlantic salmon. He also claimed the nearest to average weight trophy for salmon with a fish weighing 1.61kg.
The run of escapee Atlantic salmon in the Huon continued, though not quite as plentiful as the last season. One hundred and three Atlantic salmon were weighed in with an average weight of 1.61kg. The records suggest that salmon account for about half the fish caught by members in the Huon River but not all the salmon caught are weighed in. Larry Paul won the only salmon prize, for the average weight, with a fish of 1.62kg. Atlantic salmon due to their size and fighting qualities definitely add to the experience of fishing in the Huon.
Carol Woolley won both the Ladies prizes for most trout (nine) and the heaviest with a fine specimen of 1.1 kg. Roger Woolley’s 745g fish picked up the nearest to the average weight for trout prize.
From August to November two hundred and seven Atlantic salmon and trout were weighed in. The early season tally included thirty eight trout caught at the Lake Burbury Queenstown Anglers Competition. After Christmas the settled warmer weather did not eventuate.
Club Highlights: This year our membership increased marginally to fifty one adults and twenty two juniors. A couple of well attended working bees at the Miena shack saw the wood supply
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The Huon Anglers Casting Competition was held in June at Rob Chandler’s Crabtree property. Our early morning concerns for wet weather proved wrong and a pleasant afternoon was had by all. The wind was a bit tricky affecting some more than others. Roger Woolley won the Fly Casting, Cayden Woolley (a junior) came second, and Tony Lovell was third. Larry Paul won the Plug Casting, Thomas Lovell (a junior) was second and Leigh Martin was third. Well done to all our winners.
replenished and a new window fitted. Unfortunately the painting we planned could not be completed due to the weather. I take this opportunity to thank all those members who attended. Our Annual Dinner held at Glen Huon Hall in July was well supported. The company was excellent, the food was great and the raffles allowed us to top up the coffers. I take this opportunity to thank the Social Committee for all their efforts. Thanks Cheryl& Barry Page, Gary& Deanne Murtagh, Roger& Tricia Woolley, Andrew Duncombe and Pam Ferrier for bringing along their Ice cream Van.
I want to thank our sponsors Griggs Butchery in Huonville and Rod & Range Sports at Glenorchy whose support is greatly appreciated by our club.
We had four Social Weekends when members gather at Cheryl and Barry Page’s residence on Sunday afternoon for a Bar-B-Que and weigh in. I take this opportunity to thank Cheryl and Barry for their efforts and hospitality: • • • •
I look forward to the start of the new season with great anticipation. The water levels have been holding up for some time now. Let’s hope the fish are agreeable and we all have a safe and successful season in 2011 &12.
August Social weekend: 11 members weighed in 31 fish September Social weekend: 9 members weighed in 16 fish November Social weekend: 11 members weighed in 40 fish May Social weekend: 9 members weighed in 26 fish
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Dee Lagoon was its usual self, being tough water on the fly and lures but a high percentage of us managed to produce fish this year which was pleasing, with Wayne Seabrook hitting a purple patch for half an hour and landing 3 on the fly.
ur hopes were high for the start of the season as we headed up to the shack at Bronte for our annual John Barwick Ice Breaker competition. The smiles were quickly wiped off our faces with a minus 5 start - most of us having to go back for a hot breakfast and let the fly lines defrost from the rods. We had a great competition with the majority of people catching fish.
We had some very sad news this year with the death of a well respected member of the club: John Barwick. John was 92 years old, still going up to the shack with his grandson Nick, and 3 months before his death he attended one of our monthly meetings. He was very much a true gentleman fly fisher and will be greatly missed around the club.
The fishing at Bronte over the past couple of years has been on the improve and this year was no exception. We have 3 competitions that incorporate Bronte Lagoon and all of them saw anglers, both fly and soft plastic/spinning, pick up good bags of fish.
With the close of the season our plans turned to maintaining the shack and tying flies for the next season. We have our annual maintenance weekend where we give the shack a good clean up and replenish the wood pile for those nights of tall tale telling. This year we also did a bit of a clean up around the lake: we walked from the shack around to the Pine Tier Lagoon canal and then completed a quick walk around Woodward’s Canal and the Hut Bay camping area. I must say I was quite disappointed with the number of bait dead lines I found. We ended up with a Ute load of rubbish which was taken back and disposed of properly.
This last season also saw the introduction of the “measure in” system of competition instead of weigh in, and it was well received with a lot of people choosing to measure their catch and then return it to fight another day, a system which I think will benefit us all. We also have a competition at the Tiger Hut: most of us headed out to the 19 Lagoons with the success rate pretty poor due to some very ordinary weather. A couple of members decided to take to the Great Lake with the soft plastics and hard bodied lures and did very well catching 18 fish.
Our Fly Tying weekend was well attended with 15 people tying in the shack. A big thank you to John Dekker and Paul “Rabbit” Burrows for giving us some master classes. Something not many of us had seen happened that weekend as well, with all the cold weather and a -5 start, Bronte Lagoon froze over which was a bit daunting as opening day was only 3 weeks away!
Woods Lake was the scene of one of our camp-out competitions this last season which was well attended and again it produced great bags of hard fighting fish. Arthurs Lake is the site for our other camp-out trip and this year it coincided with a rise in the lake of about 1 metre and the fish obliged nicely by foraging around in the margins all day which made for some exciting sight fishing.
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Bronte area – A White Tiger Hut open area – T. Kruiswijk Open area – T. Kruiswijk EC Lowe (Bronte) – D. Drysdale Dee Lagoon – T. Kruiswijk
We had our major fundraising event recently, being our Auction night, which helps our club remain financially stable. Many thanks go to Frank Hussey for organising this once again, with help from Ivan Brinklow, Tom Kruiswijk and Graham Davis. I would like to thank our sponsors for donating so many great items to help our club – their generosity is very much appreciated
To finish up, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank every one in the Kingborough Anglers for making it a great club to be a part of - the friendship amongst everybody is fantastic making the competition weekends more than going to the shack and fishing. I think fishing is just a bonus, the mateship and fun that is had up at the shack is superb.
Wayne Seabrook earned himself life membership for his service to the club over many years and we congratulate him on this achievement. Winners of the comps during the season were as follows:
See you on the water. Glenn Szalman - President
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club website has been established with club records and our history is being compiled by a working party. This will be uploaded on this site as records are completed. The committee have been actively involved in reviewing an electronic database for the Back to Pedder event and databases have been developed for other planned club events.
ur club originated as Strathgordon Licensed Anglers Club from the families that lived in the village of Strathgordon in the 1970s. The first years membership reached 130, made up mainly of Hydro workers and families who lived in the village. Today membership is spread throughout Australia with members travelling from interstate to the Back to Pedder Competition. Lake Pedder Anglers Club became the new club name in 1991.
Hazard identification work has been conducted throughout the Lake and six white foam buoys were placed on hazards around the lake. GPS points were taken of each location and this information has been given to Parks and Wildlife, MAST and Hydro Tasmania. A VHF radio has also been purchased to be placed at the Chalet for safety of competitors during our competitions. This will cover an area from the Chalet to Crumbledown.
This year our club has become incorporated and membership increased to numbers seen in the early years. Both new and old members have come back to the club. We have in excess of 130 members with a good cross section of ages. There are many members remaining that were originally members of the Strathgordon Licensed Anglers Club and as a result many fourth generation members amongst the club. The emphasis in the past was to focus on families and junior members, this is evident in the large number of young families and junior members. This will continue to remain a focus of the club in years to come. Attracting youth to the club and into our sport will assist to secure the future of the club.
At our Back to Pedder Competition in January 2011 we had 270 competitors and a record 752 fish weighed in. The Major Prize was a 4.2m Dingy donated by Tri-Star Marine, 30hp Mercury Engine from Channel Marine and a Dunbier Trailer from King Tow Bars and Trailers. All competitors had one entry in the major prize draw. This boating package was won by Harry Corner. Harry is 10 years old and comes from a family who have been involved with the club and fished Lake Pedder for the past 25 years. Our major sponsors have again donated the same package for the Back to Pedder Competition in 2012.
We received news in May that the Lake Pedder Chalet will be open for future Back to Pedder Events. An area within the chalet has been allocated to the club to display our competition shields and other club memorabilia. Thank you to Hydro Tasmania for their ongoing support to our club.
The word about at the moment is that Lake Pedder is fishing well once again and this is true. The fishing was very good during the 2010/2011 season , trout were caught in excellent condition with a number weighing around 1.3kg, 1.5kg. Lake Pedder remained open throughout
An application was made to MAST in April for a grant for improvements around Lake Pedder. The club was successful in securing a MAST grant. A
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the year and continued to fish well through winter. A number of fishing parties have visited the lake and reported fishing days catching 20 fish and more. The size remains stable with fish caught up to 1.5 kg and all fish have been reported in great condition.
Come along to our Back to Pedder competition Thursday 26th – Sunday 29th January 2012 which is open to all anglers. Accomodation is available at the Lake Pedder Chalet and camping is allowed at Teds Beach at the northern end of Lake Pedder and Edgar Dam and Scotts Peak at the southern end. The club members are very supportive of competitors and each other and will be happy to give you some tips on the finer art of trout fishing Lake Pedder. This is a great opportunity for anglers to spend some time taking in the beauty of the Southwest National Park and Lakes Pedder and Gordon. Further details can be found in the competition book at your local fishing store or on the club website www.lakepedderanglersclub.com
The club continues to host Camp Quality families at our Back to Pedder competition supported by Hydro Tasmania who fund their accommodation. This is a fishing getaway that the families really enjoy. The club remains actively involved in supporting charities and competitors raised $13,654.45 in 2011 during the Back to Pedder competition which was donated to Camp Quality. It has been decided going forward to fundraise for 3 charities. All auction money at the Back to Pedder competition will be donated to Charity. 50% to Camp quality and 25% each to another two charities. In 2012 the committee will ask members and sponsors to submit their ideas for charities and people in need within Tasmania requiring assistance.
All the best for the new season Matthew Mallinson – President
At the July STLAA annual dinner, Sharon Mallinson and Tracy Gourlay were awarded Service to Angling Certificates by the STLAA. I would like to thank both Tracey and Sharon for their support of the club over many years, both were originally members of the old Strathgordon Licensed Anglers Club. I would like to thank the committee members for an excellent job and coming on board. New ideas have been put forward and there have been some changes made to strengthen what was already in existence at the club. Plans are underway for further club events to be held throughout the year. I firmly believe the club is positioned well for the future and look forward to working
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President: Graeme Smith Secretary – Sally Smith Postal Address: 3390 Gordon River Rd Fitzgerald Maydena 7140 Contact: 62 882 330
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he 2010-11 season has been very quiet for the Maydena LAC. Unfortunately, numbers continue to dwindle and both competitions we organized had to be cancelled because of lousy weather, which proved to be very persistent throughout the season.
A number of our members attended the annual “Back to Lake Pedder Competition” over the Australia Day long weekend. All whom attended had a great time, though we had limited success with the fish. Maybe next year the fish wont be so lucky!
Despite the damp conditions there were some notable highlights on the piscatorial front and these included.
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Monthly Competitions: • Nov 2010 J Barratt • Dec 2010 B Barratt • Jan 2011 S Dargan • Feb 2011 C Spinks • Mar 2011 V Gillie • Heaviest Fish C Barratt
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small gap after a bright person squeezed a car through and drove over plants.
ver the past six months new evidence has come to light that:
A New Norfolk Branch of the Southern Tasmanian Licensed Anglers’ Association with Mr. A. D. Harrison as Secretary had been formed during the 1913-14 season and that 35 members of the Branch had agreed, early in the 1914-15 season, to a proposal to open the season earlier. This information came from the “Mercury” in January and May of 1914. Further reports indicate that the Branch was in recess during the 1928-29 season.
Early in the season there was much comment regarding last year’s Committee decision not to hold the Derwent Challenge opening weekend competition. On talking with most members it was apparent that very few knew the true costs of these competitions, while we did receive excellent sponsorship from Norske Skog for the 2008-9 event this was considerably reduced for the 2009-10 season. Consequently, these competitions cost the club $1500 for the first year, which was agreed too and $2030 for second year. Yes, good money was raised for charity but remember that this is a social club not a service club, keep in mind that in our Constitution our aims are to provide mainly for our members and angling in general. Apart from all that nobody volunteered to manage a competition for this season, so it was cancelled. It should also be noted that even though our membership doubled due to these events seventy five per cent of the extra members had no further interest in any club activity, so to put it bluntly we bought members, most who were clearly only trying to win high value prizes cheaply, and who could blame them, after all for $17 one could win prizes up to $250. An analysis of the membership for the big competition years shows that 71 of the extra 100 members only ever entered the one competition with the “big prizes”.
Due to half of the Committee being shift workers there was reduced participation during this season but business was conducted pretty well as usual and I would like to thank those who attended the meetings. It should be noted that this year has been Mavis Russell’s twentieth served on our Committee, well done Mavis. I would also like to thank the other Committee members who offered support and stuck by the decisions made. The season commenced well with some members attending a short working bee at the Millbrook Rise boat ramp to clear the river bank prior to the installation of a $50,000 floating walkway. A week or so later most of the same group attended Windsor’s Corner to plant another 400 native plants, for these efforts I thank David, Shane, James, Skel, Wayne and Des. Several minor clean up days were also conducted at Windsor’s Corner as well as the need to replace a fence rail, but not at our cost. An extra post had to be placed to close a
As would be expected competition entry numbers were down, there were 102 less entries for this season compared with last season but 100 members did enter the Derwent River competition last year (there was 139 club entries in 2008-09).
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Overall the rostered competition average of 712 grams for 188 trout was excellent. Next season we have programmed another Derwent River competition as well as one at Lake Meadowbank in place of the low interest bream event. Some beautifully conditioned fish were
weighed in during the season, especially by Samantha Blackwell and Adrian Slater. Adrian’s lovely 8.68kg female brown was our seasons heaviest. It was caught on the second last night of the season and beat Samantha’s 5.295kg Derwent River brown.
Anglers at the junior pond, Bushy Park just hard to catch, even the most prolific fishing waters produce plenty of bad days.
We again had Junior Development days at Bushy Park with attendances in excess of 25 on each of the first two days and many fish caught, especially on the first.
The most enjoyable part of this years for me was to see two of our stalwarts recognised for their many years service to this club.
On the second day fish were at extremes with several nice trout of around 900 grams taken in amongst a moderate number of barely legal size fish.
At the AGM Mavis Russel was awarded Life Member of the Club and at the STLAA Dinner David Triffitt was given the same honour by the Association. Congratulations to you both.
The third event at the pond was held in the evening after considerable rain the previous night and into the morning, 18 juniors turn up and again various sizes of fish were caught. The last day, April 10th, also an afternoon event saw 31 juniors attend, a few nice fish were taken early then there was a long lull in proceedings before a rush in the last 10 minutes. With plenty of fish put into the pond one may ask, do they get out? are most taken by cormorants? or, are they
Inclosing, Elaine has retired as Secretary after 17 years, as well as 4 as a club delegate. I have done likewise after 25 years on the Committee, 22 as Treasurer, 6 as President and 9 as a Club Delegate. Ray Aitchison - President
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Features & Special Reports The ACE Trophy by Stephen Granger
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ost clubs would have an annual trophy night which is normally well attended by members and their partners.
get each year. Indubitably, Ace events or member misfortunes are witnessed or assisted by other club members and it is incumbent on club members to submit a nomination complete with photographs if possible.
The usual format of these evenings is the presentation of trophies for field trips, biggest fish, Junior Angler Award etc. At Clarence Licensed Anglers (CLAC) we have all the usual trophies as well as a very special trophy known as the Ace Award.
This year is the tenth anniversary of the CLAC Ace Award and the reluctant winner will join the following previous winners. 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
As the name implies the Ace Award is awarded for excellence and you would think it would be one of the CLAC‘s most sought after prestigious trophies. Nothing could be further from the truth! Nobody wants to win this trophy – you see the Ace Award is an award for excellence in stupidity! Regrettably, we have many stupid members so there are always many nominations.
In order for you to get an appreciation of the CLAC Ace Award following is our 2008 winning nomination. This nomination was presented by Stephen Granger.
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Gary Davy Martin Brown Adrian Tanner Greg Brown Wendy & Bruce Andrew Norm Cribbin Andrew Simmons Leigh Garth Charlie Harris Norm Cribbin & Les Hay
In the boat counts. This guideline relates to the inception of the Ace Award and implies members must catch and bring fish into the boat. You cannot win this Award twice unless you are very, very stupid. This guideline is designed to protect trophy being monopolised by one or two individuals due to their excellent ability to be stupid. The Ace Award nomination must be truthful and factual but you may “exaggerate” the truth.
Mr. President, it was prime fishing time on Arthurs Lake and one of our members was complaining about his inability to catch fish. His complaint drew many comments from fellow members which I have sanitised and summarised as it’s hard to believe he beat out a million other sperm. Ace Brownie felt sorry for this fellow and offered some assistance so they headed off to Duck Bay to fish with a dry fly. Ace Brownie gave some advice but soon concluded that if this bloke were any more stupid, he would have to
The Ace Award has evolved from a minor club trophy into a really well known trophy whose presentation is normally accompanied by a rendition of the twenty or so nominations we usually
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himself and we all know the golden rule never ever leave rising fish! Eventually, Ace Norm did come over but they still could not get the fly out of Ace Brownie’s ear so they headed into shore.
be watered twice a week. Our member started casting his fly which was the Haystack pattern. Ace Brownie laid down in the boat for a snooze, however, some fishing intelligence I have received suggests he was actually cowering on the deck floor.
By this time Ace Brownie’s ear was quite red and the requests for a Cascade anaesthetic were getting much more regular and louder. You see, ladies and gentlemen, the real problem was Ace Norm. Ace Norm is a fly tyer and appreciates the work that goes into fly patterns – he was trying to save the fly – he hates losing them – even to fish! Ace Norm also saw this unfortunate incident as a way of taking out one of his challengers for the Most Consistent Angler Award.
Later, the fish became more active so Ace Brownie got up and started to spot fish for his apprentice. Our member, let’s call him Andrew, was casting and after three or four false casts Ace Brownie thought “Geez that whisked by pretty close to my ear, maybe I should get Andrew to cast over the bow.” The next cast by Andrew did not go according to plan - Andrew snagged the fly above Brownie’s ear lobe and Ace Brownie probably said ffffffff..flop! Naturally, as all good fly fishers do, when Andrew felt the line snag he gave the line a really good pull.
After further consultation with the Dynamic Duo it was decided that the best thing to do would be to push the barb through and out the ear and then cut the barb off.
Mr President, I understand that Ace Brownie was not impressed with Andrew’s de-snagging technique and the barb of the hook was now well and truly imbedded in Ace Brownie’s ear.
Ace Norm and Andrew thought this would be the best plan – I am not sure about Ace Brownie because he knew that whilst great minds think alike, so do fools!
At this time I believe Brownie was thinking – this bloke has only got two brain cells; one is lost and the other is out looking for it!
Thankfully, the plan worked and Ace Brownie has made a full recovery. Ladies and gentlemen, you have to admire Andrew’s determination to win this prestigious award. He has not been intimidated by the quality of his fellow competitors nor David Driver’s awesome prodigious ability and talent to provide persistent and consistent high quality nominations. History has been made tonight. No previous nominee has ever injured an Ace and enlisted the services of the current Ace in an Ace event.
Unable to get the hook free the radio call went out to Ace Norm. “Norm, what are you doing?” “Why”...was Norm’s response. I’ve caught a Brownie but not your normal Brownie - this is a big big Brownie ! Ladies and gentleman, Ace Norm was not in a great hurry to motor over to Batman & Robin as he was onto a fish
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I therefore declare the winner of the Ace Award in 2008 to be Andrew Simmons. Andrew is unable to be here tonight, however, I made contact with him this afternoon.
something about my parentage before the line went dead. This award would not be possible without the enthusiastic efforts of our members!
Regrettably, telephone reception was poor and it is my belief he may have said
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About Tooms Lake by David Driver
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ith the unfortunate demise of our most loved lakes Sorell and Crescent, anglers have had to resort to finding other lakes to fish. Arthur’s was an obvious choice but it soon became apparent that this lake was going to get hammered in the coming seasons.
Tooms fishes fairly well right from opening day although the weather is a bit on the cool side. By October when the lake is nearly full fishing becomes at its best. The only thing is that the lake produces a lot of “sea weed” as it warms up and frequent de-weeding is annoying particularly to the troller anglers. Fly fishers find a fair bit of success in the marshy areas of the lake whilst those who bait fish with Mudeye’s have good success rates.
Tooms was a less frequented lake until the “word” got out that this was a serious place to fish. So much so, that at times it was like a regatta ground. Campers set up everywhere much to the horror of existing resident shack owners. Thankfully all has settled down and anglers got on with fishing.
Tooms is a good lake to visit as it can give all types of fishing techniques a chance of returning home with a few very nice specimens
Greg French has done some research into its history and I have summarised this below. Tooms was first dammed in 1842 with a primitive attempt at damming it across the Tooms River. This first effort was washed away in 1863 and some time in the 1860’s a new dam was erected with the last improvements done in 1892. Four (4) Brown trout taken in 1904 were around 7lb and apparently from natural breeding from the old river system. Much of the success of trout in Tooms can be attributed to the Northern Fishing Association who recorded that 1000 rainbow fry were placed in the lake in 1908 and there have been regular releases over succeeding seasons. Inland Fisheries Services (IFS) have annual releases which greatly assist in the recruitment of Browns and Rainbows in the lake. Statistics have shown that the fish caught in Tooms have actually increased in weight. At its peak fish ranging between 3 & 5 kg have recorded.
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19th Annual Eddie Wigston Memorial Competition by Justin Causby
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caught a lovely 1.495kg rainbow from Dee Lagoon.
he 19th Annual Eddie Wigston Memorial Trout Fishing Contest was run and won over the weekend of March 26-17th culminating at the weighin and presentation at Bronte Park Highland Village under clear blue sunny skies. Team Shamwari once again took out the honours with back to back wins. Team members Tony Robertson, Nathan Sharp and Kevin Vaux fished Lake Echo and returned a bag of 29 fish which was more than enough for a comfortable victory.
Many of the lakes in the Bronte region were fished during the competition with Lake Echo perhaps the most popular although mixed results were reported from most teams. The winning team fish Lake Echo with good success as did several other of the top place getters. A mix of trolling and lure casting proving the best results. Many of the browns here were in poor condition and a large number of small fish are also present from last year’s wet winter spawning run which was obviously yielded huge numbers in natural recruitment. The team I fished with landed over 40 trout for the day and half competition returning around 15 fish to the water as they were only barely of takeable size. The rainbows on the other hand were very solid and displayed the true fighting characteristics one would hope for.
Most entrants found fish on the first day with conditions favourable for lure fishing with a stiff breeze and overcast skies keeping the trout on the bite for most of the day. With calm water and clear skies on Sunday many found the going a little tougher although some teams caught some good numbers against the trend. This year 52 teams made up of 130 anglers took part in the biggest event since the state wide Trout Tasmania events over 10 years ago. Everyone had a great time and feedback was encouraging with people saying in was fantastic to take part in such a noncompetitive, family friendly event.
The top ten teams were as follows:
The Ian Wigston Memorial for Heaviest Overall Trout went to Jason Butler of New Norfolk with a very good 1.680kg brown from Lake Echo. With this fish Jason took home a Quantum Response 2-4kg rod and a Quantum Energy PT20 reel valued at approximately $400. Dee Lagoon also fished quite well and returned some very good fish.
1st SHAMWARI T Robertson, K Vaux, N Sharp -15.95kg 2nd THE BUSH PIGS TEAM; C White, J White, B White - 12.945kg. 3rd POP’S MISSION; J Hill, J Kranse - 9.540kg. 4th DEVIL WORSHIP; J Causby, T Lowe, M Excel - 9.120kg. 5th DRUNKEN LOUTS; P Browne, B Watt, J Williams - 8.620kg. 6th TYENNA BOYS; J Raspin, T Raspin, L Wilson - 8.570kg. 7th SECRET MENS BUSINESS; D Lee, G Lee, R Harris - 7.645kg. 8th POP’S TWO; James, Jayden & John Pearce - 6.770kg. 9th JUICY ISLE; P Reid, D Howard - 5.155kg. 10th DAY RELEASE; A Linton, G Inkson, G Woods - 5.060kg
Heaviest Fish for 14-17 year olds went to Sam Williams of Devonport with a 0.665kg fish from Echo. In the 6-13 year category, Shannon Pearce of Bagdad
The date for the 20th running of the event has not yet been set but the long weekend in March has been mentioned as a possible option this year.
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Gordon River 2010 by Stephen Granger
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but a skinny body. It measured 68.5cm but only weighed 2.15kg. The fish was caught on a yellow Yozzuri Crystal Minnow. We were pleased as it was Damien’s biggest trout so far but a little disappointed by the condition of the fish.
s most of my fellow club members would know I fish the Gordon River in the last week of November each year. A trip up the Gordon River involves having “Henry” being towed by a fishing boat across and back Macquarie Harbour. As a member of the Gordon River Trust I am fortunate to have limited access to the “Boom Camp” for the week. It is known as the “Boom Camp” because there used to be a wire and log boom across the river which would catch the timber that had been floated down the river.
The next evening we had been doing a spot of drift spinning without success so we decided to troll back to camp. After about ten minutes our outside flat line took a massive hit and Damien was on. This fish ripped off massive amounts of braid and Damien just couldn’t stop it so we had to up the drag a tad which made no difference whatsoever so we again had to increase the drag until finally Damien had some control. We were lucky that we were drifting to the middle of the river but this fish just did not want to quit.
The two main methods we employ for catching fish are trolling and drift spinning and our success rate is getting better as we continue to gain further knowledge about the river and refine our drift spinning and trolling techniques.
Finally, after fifteen minutes we finally had the fish in the boat. It was a magnificently proportioned sea run trout of 3.48 kg. This fish was 68cm long and another personal best for Damo who just couldn’t stop smiling – nor could his dad!
This year on the Gordon River was a very enjoyable experience as I was accompanied by my eldest son, Damien, whom many of you would know. We were also blessed with good weather and good fishing, although, our catch rate was quite inferior to Bob and Paul in the other boat. One evening we were fishing above the Horseshoe Bend when the outside flat line went off and after winding in the two lead core lines Damien was on! “It’s a good fish Dad” he said, as the rod curved sharply toward the water. After about two minutes we got our first look at him in the dark tannin stained water well we saw his head! It was enormous and I think we both took a deep breath. After a couple of more minutes we had him in the boat but we were disappointed. This fish had a huge head
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Back to Pedder Competion 2011 by Justin Causby
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I sincerely hope that us anglers can do enough to get Hydro TAS to see what the event does and how sorely it will be missed if the chalet cannot be utilised in the future. I do believe there will be a concerted effort to lobby the right people in the near future.
he Back To Pedder 2011 event was a HUGE success with record entries and record fish but most importantly a record tally of money raised for Camp Quality. The 270 entrants that took part raised a staggering sum of $13,654.45 over the 5 day event.
The Saturday night Auction and festivities pulled in a huge $7000 dollars. Laurie did a great job persuading the bidders there and a fabulous result. Sunday I was given the job of MC which left LPAC President Laurie Harrison to sit back little and enjoy the day. His time and efforts this year, whilst invaluable, had been a lot of hard work for someone requiring major spinal surgery in just a few weeks time. And an honour this was in such a huge year.
It is truly inspiring to see people go out of their way, dig deep and give so generously. I can assure you the 10 Camp Quality families that made the trip out to Strathgordon had the time of their lives. So many people gave up their own time to take the Campers and their families out on the water with many catching their first ever trout.
Sundays Head Shave saw more dollars raised; Regular attendee Allan Gourlay had not had a haircut for 40 years! The hat was handed around and $3000 dollars had been donated just like that. Wendy from the Bronte Park General Store also took part and had her locks removed. It was well worthwhile and all for a worthy cause. Another smaller Auction was also conducted on Sunday with a Black Heart Sassafras Tassie Devil Display Board fetching $1000 and 5 other items adding a further $1000.
One of the previous QC Campers, little Leo, who ran around so joyfully at last year’s event was unable to return, sadly losing his battle in 2010. Bruce Williams is the father of Sam, a previous member of Camp Quality. And each and every year he is amazed at the kindness and generosity of the sponsors and the anglers that take part. Bruce visited little Leo many times in hospital that year and every time Leo asked when he could go fishing again with Bruce at Lake Pedder. The place certainly leaves a mark on the young people that come to visit each year. Bruce and Sam came along a few years back and will never ever miss the event again, such is their love of the place. Sam is now fit and well and probably pushing the 6' mark. Each and every year Bruce takes the microphone and speaks about what the event does for the kids and their parents and he manages to draw a tear from some of the most unlikely people.
That added to the collection tins, raffle and various Gold Coin tables for the kids took the tally to in excess of $12000. Incredible and makes one feel proud to be a part of. The LPAC should be congratulated for their efforts. Dan and the team at the Chalet, you guys are fantastic. Hydro TAS for putting up the rooms and meals for the families. Steve in the kitchen, amazing food mate. The greatest ever
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$4.50 Roast Beef Rolls the world has ever known. Steaks and Chicken Parmies were pretty special too. And how good is that swimming pool, probably half the reason I only spent 1012 hours on the water.
believe his words were something like "it's easily the most underrated and underutilised fishery in the state". And that's probably what stood out to me was how they also view the sheer opportunity this place offers.
I mentioned Bruce Williams earlier, he presented many of the sponsors and iconic figures with Camp Quality memento’s and I will treasure Camp Quality cap I received signed by all the CQ Campers that attended the 2011 event. As always, Bruce gets very emotional and really helps people understand just what good their hearts can bring.
He had been told several times that he was wasting his time going all that way to catch 200gr fish, again I think they were surprised with the size and quality caught. Their haul had them in equal 7th, not bad for their first visit and they released 10 fish on Day 2, their first day much to the disappointment of the regulars who dressed them down telling them to take everything you catch from here. And they were right, the lakes downfall is the number of trout due to the sheer abundance of suitable spawning streams which keeps average size down to around 600gr. If they kept those 10 fish they would have knocked my team from 3rd place and had a spot on the podium.
On to the fishing. Well the weather was reasonably kind, it blew and rained a bit on Thursday but otherwise it was pretty good. I didn't get the blue sky days I was hoping for but it's hard to argue with that scenery. The fishing was very good. The fish this year were in superb condition to say the least. Very thick and solid. Yabbies featuring in the diets of the best fish almost without fail.
Michael Haley also donated a charter for 4 people with his Gone Fishing Charters so thank you for your generosity Michael. RESULTS: 270 anglers took part 752 trout were weighed in 0.573kg was the average weight
It was fantastic to see so many new faces this year and even better to hear that they will be back for sure. I had a great chat with Michael Haley (yes the St Helens Bream Guru) who had made the 5 hour drive down from the East Coast with his son Joel. They had a blast. They fished very well and I'm sure he won’t mind me saying, they were truly surprised by the size, number and quality of fish on offer. Michael had been before some 30 years early and I think he was still equally stunned at the sheer beauty of the place as much as his son. He has assured me he will return and still he cannot understand why Lake Pedder is not at the top of Tasmania's promotions as a fishing destination. I
Heaviest Fish Overall - 1.549kg - Scott Perkins Heaviest Fish Junior 14-17years 1.178kg - Isacc Price Heaviest Fish Junior U14 - 1.239kg Hannah Corner Ian Wigston Memorial (Camp Quality Members Only) - 0.760kg - Sam Williams Most Fish Adult - 53 fish - Adrian Slater Most Fish Junior 14-17yrs - 28 Fish Isacc Price Most Fish Junior U14 - 10 Fish - Harry Corner
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We picked up 11 on the mudeye patterns on Friday morning.
Most Fish Team - 134 Fish - Green and Gold (Adrian Slater, Glenn Spaulding, Isacc Price and David Price) Best Bag 12 Fish - 13.560kg - Adrian Slater Inter Club Challenge - New Norfolk Anglers Club - Adrian Slater, Tom Cleary and Tony Robertson
Missed a golden opportunity on Saturday. After launching at the gentleman's hour of 10:30am after a family brekkie we motored all the way down to McPartlan's and caught the last 30min of midge feeders before the wind sprung up and killed the wind lane we were fishing. We landed a few fish on Olive and Black Klinkhammers, the smallest of which was 960gr up to 1.390kg. While the morning with the family was good, but if only we had launched at dawn!
And of course the final duties I had on Sunday afternoon was to announce the winner of the Major Prize - a 4.2m Boat donated by Tri-Star Marine, 30hp Mercury from Channel Marine and a Dunbier Trailer from Kings Towbars and Trailers and the LPAC. Peter Fisher of Tri-Star Marine was on hand and drew out the winning ticket. The boating package went to young Harry Corner, his family regulars at the event and Pedder over the last 35 years. If I recall correctly Harry is just 10yrs old! Great stuff for a young fella. He was stoked and gave a great little speech thanking everyone for coming along to fish and keeping Pedder going and getting the Chalet open. A real inspiration in his own right. There was also a draw for just the Camp Quality Families. Young Kayden Forbes who was the subject of last year’s heart warming story was put up on a table by Laurie Harrison and asked to draw the winning ticket. And wouldn't you know it, the young guy pulled his own name out of the hat and he and his family are off on a weekend in the highlands to relax. It was great to see Kayden looking very well at this year’s event. I saw him and his family on the water several times in their boat donated by the Make-aWish Foundation last year. Great stuff indeed.
The 30min bash back to Strathgordon was tough to say the least, but nothing like the drenching we received after heading out Thursday arvo. Inspired by Team Green and Gold’s 78 fish haul at the weigh in Thursday we decided after 36 hours at Pedder it was time we launched the boat. I missed a cracker about 1.5-2kg on a Black n Gold MW62 and was broken off on the sticks a few casts later by a 1kg model we were hit
For myself, time on the water was minimal but we still managed to land 28 fish which wasn't too bad and had us in 3rd place.
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by a reasonable storm front. Taking shelter on a small beach with a couple of other boats for an hour or so trying to wait it out. Picking a 'gap' in the weather we decided to head for home, just a short run of 5-10 mins. Half way across the run we were hit by a wall of wind/water/waves. The boat stopped just about dead and the motor even left the water and was free spinning. A huge splash came over us in the boat and we battled on at half throttle until we got under the lea. We were absolutely drenched. Eventful but at least we still managed a few fish.
I'd just like to thank anyone who supported the event this year as you do an incredible job and it's rare to see or hear anyone disappointed after their time here. A truly wonderful cause and it is appreciated so very much by those who need it most. In some great news, Hydro Tasmania have agreed to re-open the Chalet for the 2012 event and the compo kicks off on Thursday 26th JAN finishing on Sun 29th.
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A Day on the Tyenna by R Wiggins
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As we start to slow down the pace and pull back the tree branches, we make our way to the rivers edge. We see fish feeding everywhere and right then we knew it was going to be a good day. I began to wade the river and Reg stays on the bank. First cast at 7am and BANG, a 4 ½ pound Brown. At this point I knew a bag was on the way and by 10am I had 8 fish on the bank. Every fish was in top condition. Reg had 4 of his own as well. I had 4 more fish by 11.30 am and Reg said "well Rick, I think that will do". We cleaned 16 Brown trout ranging from 1 ½ lb to 4 ½ lb.
aturday morning on the 23rd of January and the fishing gear is packed in wait and all that's missing is my mate Reg but as normal, Reg was ready an hour before we had to leave at 6am! Car packed, we drive through New Norfolk and wind our way through Derwent Valleys' Bushy Park while looking at every small river on the way to see how fast they are running. Onto Westerway and there's the first glimpse of the Tyenna looking as good as ever and we hope that no one has taken our fishing spot. Round the corner, and it's great - the car park is empty! We gear up reels on rods, thread the eyes, stretch the lines and off we go with kangaroo and wallaby scattering ahead of us as we head to our favourite spot.
We had an awesome mornings fishing.
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Obituaries MRS. JEAN WALKER
WAYNE TASMAN PERKINS
Passed away 30/7/2010
13/9/1948 – 19/6/2011
There are no records of when Jean first became involved with the S.T.L.A.A. but she spent many years, dating back to the early 1970’s, helping her husband Alan researching the history of our Association. From this research many items of interest are now on display at the Salmon Ponds.
On June the 19th, 2010 the New Norfolk Licensed Anglers’ Association lost a long serving Committee member in Wayne Perkins. Wayne became a regular Club member in 1996 before joining our Committee in 1997-8. He had served on the Committee since the, with a short periods as Vice President and Club delegate.
For many years during the 1970’s the Association’s Executive Committee meetings were held at the Walker’s residence on the Esplanade in Lindisfarne with Jean supplying supper, she often typed and then copied the minutes on a hand operated duplicating machine.
Wayne was quite astute in his business as well as within the Club and often had his own opinions on Club matters. His views on several matters were quite clear cut, i.e. if the Club had decided to relocate from the Library to a rented kiosk, as a pseudo club house, he would drop off the Committee, and he was quite critical of the cost to the Club of major competitions, his view was that if didn’t pay for itself it should be ceased, and it was.
In 1978 the couple were awarded Life Membership of the Clarence Branch. Alan died in 1979, the same year that Jean was appointed as Patroness of the Clarence Club, she continued in this role until 1994. In 1981 Jean became the first female to be awarded Life Membership of the Association
Wayne operated Wigston’s Sports store for 13 years and through this business he continued the tradition of selling memberships and taking competition entries for the Club. The way of his passing was a great shock to all who knew him.
After much voluntary historical work for the Association Jean was appointed as the first Honorary Historian in 1985 and continued until 1991. She wrote a book titled “The Origins of the Tasmanian Trout” depicting the history of the Salmon Ponds and the introduction of trout to the Southern hemisphere in 1988. In the early 1990’s Jean moved to Melbourne to live with her sisters but remained in contact with friends in Tasmania. After six days in hospital she passed away on July, 10th, 2010. Jean’s sister, Laura, said that Jean was happy that she never ever lost her “marbles”.
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BERYL (BETTY) SALICA BARRATT
(1927-2011) Unfortunately, May of this year saw the passing of a very dear supporter of Tasmanian Fishing. Born Beryl Salica Clarke of Adamsfield on June 11, 1927, Betty met and married John Barratt some 65 years ago. In the 50's and early 60's, Bettty and John would be seen regularly fishing with their young family in their 11' wooden dinghy with a 1.5 hp air cooled motor. In those days there were no fancy reels and 'frog wobblers' were made with anything you could lay your hands on, usually cut down old spoons. Betty and John have been members of Maydena LAC since those early days. During that time, they have held numerous positions on the Committee and over the years have put untold hours into general running and fund raising for the club. Betty also was a Member of the Lake Pedder Club from 1995. She won the Trout 'Fish of the Year' in 1996-97. In fact, Betty won so many fishing trophies over the years, one room in her house was filled to overflowing. Betty was also a stalwart supporter of the now defunct Football Club and over the years she could be regularly seen convincing people they needed to buy tickets in the numerous fund raising raffles she organized. All local Fishing Clubs will be all the poorer for losing such a stalwart supporter and 'fisherwoman extraordinaire'. Betty is survived by John, Dot, Cliff, Steve, Paul and their families.
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Season 2010-2011 Photo Gallery
Adrian Slater – Lake Catagunya - 8.68kg Brown Trout – Heaviest Fish Senior S.T.L.A.A
Samantha Blackwell – Derwent River - 5.295kg Brown - Heaviest Fish Junior S.T.L.A.A
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Josh Cahalan – Bushy Park Junior Pond Robyn Graham netting a fish for her sister Caitlin – Bushy Park Junior Pond
Jack Aitchison – Bushy Park Junior Pond Danika Bird and Chloe Tassell – Bushy Park Junior Pond
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Campbell Evans – Bushy Park Junior Pond Damien Granger – Gordon River
Claire Johnson & Kyle Jones – Bushy Park Junior Pond Matt Carson - Wayatinah
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Craig Brennan - Great Lake
Jake Branch – Woods Lake
Alan Shaw – Lake Meadowbank
Glenn Szalman - Woods Lake
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Chris Edie - Bronte Lagoon
Vince Coyte – Lake Burbury Andrew Simmons – Huon River
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Leigh Garth – Tooms Lake Cheryl Wagner – Tyenna River
Norm Cribbin – Tooms Lake Charlie Harris – Tyenna River
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Neil Pinkard - Arthurs Lake Clarissa Harris – Tooms Lake
Garry Williams – Snowy Range
Gerry Fitzgibbon – Tyenna River
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Cheryl Williams – Snowy Range
Rhys Murtagh – Huon Casting Comp.
Cayden Woolley – Huon Casting Comp.
Thomas Lovell – Huon Casting Comp.
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Steven Jones - Arthurs Lake
Trent Mallinson – Lake Pedder
Jake Datlen – Woods Lake
Matthew Mallinson – Lake Pedder
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Kristel Hazi – Craigbourne Dam Adrian Tanner – Derwent River
Leigh & Scott Garth – Derwent River
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Matthew Paul, Huon Licensed Anglers Association junior angler who caught the biggest trout for the season- 1.9kg. Matthew also won: • • •
Most trout caught by a Junior- 10 December 2010 Mystery weight – 1.0kg Bruce Woolley Memorial Trophy (another mystery weight contest) His 1.9kg fish was nearest to the mystery weight of 1.85kg
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Our Angling Clubs Club Activities through Images Kingborough Anglers Association
A good day at the shack – Bronte Lagoon
Building the new deck at the shack – Bronte Lagoon
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Shack discussions – Bronte Lagoon
Mal’s Trophy
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Newest Life Member
Arthurs Lake Field Weekend
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Bridgewater Anglers Association
Disassembling the old toilets at Lake Sorrel for later conversion into a shelter.
Re-assembly of the old toilets at Lake Sorrel into a shelter.
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Enjoying the finished product.
Bothwell Licensed Anglers Association The club held our annual Fun Fish on 5th February 2011. This was open to all waters and concluded with a barbecue and weigh in which was held at the Bothwell recreation ground. We had 25 adults and 6 juniors nominate with 7 adults and 1 junior catching fish with a total of 18 fish being weighed in for the day. Our nomination prize was won by James Whittaker. Our prize winners on the day were: • Junior girl from shore - Brooke Fenton (Arthurs Lake) • Adult male from boat - Danny Rainbird (Woods Lake) • Adult female from shore - Pam Jones (Arthurs Lake) • Adult female from boat - Wendy Parsons (Great Lake) • Heaviest on a fly by an adult - Shane Bryant (Arthurs Lake) • Most weighed in - Danny Rainbird (2 fish) • Secret weight - Pam Jones.
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Bothwell Fun Fish - Winners
Bothwell Fun Fish – Family BBQ
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Lake Pedder Anglers
Weigh-in at the Chalet – Back to Pedder Competition.
Harry Corner winner boat package – Back to Pedder Competition
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Clarence Licensed Anglers
Fundraising BBQ at Anaconda
Winter Flying in the snow.
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