Celebrate Father's Day with a licence-free fishing weekend in the South West

To celebrate the opening of the freshwater fishing season on September 1, the public will be given the chance to try their hand at freshwater angling for free on September 2 and 3. 

“Fishing for trout or redfin perch on a karri-lined river near Pemberton, or at one of the stocked irrigation dams in the Waroona-Harvey area, provides a great opportunity for families to spend quality time together outdoors,” Fisheries minister Dave Kelly said. 

Outside this special weekend, licences are required, except for those aged under 16. Normal bag and size limits will still apply.

About 10,000 freshwater fishing licences were issued in 2016-17. 

Also on Saturday, September 2, Recfishwest will hold a community stocking day at Drakesbrook Weir in Waroona to celebrate the work done by Fisheries to grow and supply rainbow trout and brown trout for South West waterways. 

“The release of the trout is part of Fisheries’ plan to distribute more than 637,000 trout this year, including fry, yearlings and ex-broodstock, to support and enhance the recreational freshwater fishing experience in WA’s South West,” Mr Kelly said. 

“The state government is committed to supporting the recreational fishing industry which is an important economic driver for WA.”

For more information, visit recfishwest.org.au.