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Barramundi closure lifted in Gulf and along east coast
The barramundi season opens tomorrow (1 February) for fishers
from the Gulf of Carpentaria and along Queensland’s east
coast.
Fisheries Queensland recreational fishing manager Tony Ham said a
recent change to the annual barramundi closure in the Gulf
ensured the same closure period each year.
“In the past, annual closures for barramundi have aligned only
with moon phases when fish spawn but the change makes it easier
for recreational fishers to remember a single date," he
said.
“Fishers are reminded that size limits for barramundi apply,
where only fish between a minimum of 58cm and a maximum of 120cm
can be taken.
“A ‘bag’ or ‘possession’ limit of five per person also
applies.
“It’s important that fishers refresh their knowledge of the
rules, which are in place to protect barramundi, to avoid
on-the-spot fines.
“There are also variations to the regulations for barramundi in
dams and lakes."
Annual barramundi closures are now in place in the Gulf from
midday 7 October to midday 1 February every year (possession on
boats is allowed to midday 17 October).
The closure period throughout the east coast is from midday 1
November to midday 1 February.
Catch the latest fishing rules at www.fisheries.qld.gov.au or
call 13 25 23.
Latest fisheries information is also available via Twitter –
www.twitter.com/fisheriesQLD or find us on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/FisheriesQueensland
Queensland Government
Department of Employment, Economic Development and
Innovation
Fisheries Queensland
31 January 2012
Barramundi closure lifted in Gulf and along east
coast
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Publish Date: 01 Feb 12
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