Qld barra season opens

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Qld barra season opens

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Queensland Government - Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Media Release

Barramundi season re-opens


Queensland anglers can now enjoy the barramundi season, which re-opened at midday today, February 1.

The barramundi closed seasons had been in force in the Gulf of Carpentaria since October 7 last year and November 1 for Qld's east coast.

Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol district officer Robert Ibell said the closed seasons aimed to ensure the long-term sustainability of the iconic fish species.

"Closed seasons are an important measure to sustain fish stocks for the future,” Mr Ibell said.

“The closure coincides with spawning periods and protects barramundi stocks during this vulnerable period of their life cycle.

“The closed season allows them to spawn and replenish to ensure healthy fish stocks for current and future generations of Queenslanders.”

Mr Ibell reminded fishers to check the size and possession limits that apply to barramundi when the season opens.

"Before dropping a line, it's important that fishers refresh their knowledge of the rules to avoid on-the-spot fines,” he said.


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Headed out to a local creek south of Townsville for a fish today only to be greeted with 5 perfectly legal pro nets set in the the first km or so up from the mouth. It's a difficult topic to address but it's a shame Queensland doesn't take closure of areas to professional fisherman as seriously as the NT. Makes me wish I didn't take those great days on Darwin harbour or shoal bay for granted.
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