Recreational fishing
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Fishing rules
Find the daily catch limits for each fish species, closures in SA waters, permits for reservoir fishing, and restrictions on fishing gear, bait and berley you can use.
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Responsible fishing skills
Learn the correct fishing practices to handle, measure, and release your catch. You should also take safety measures around sharks.
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Same Dish, New Fish
Less popular fish can work well for a range of dishes. See our tasty recipes for inspiration to catch and consume different seafood, supporting sustainability.
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About recreational fishing
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) Fisheries and Aquaculture division enables the:
- regulation and sustainable development of South Australia’s aquatic resources
- balanced growth of our fisheries and aquaculture industries
- protection of aquatic habitats and organisms.
This involves managing fishing activities per the legislation, as well as partnering with industry and the community to preserve state fish stocks.
Read more in the Management plan for recreational fishing in South Australia ().
