Regulations
Fishing Resources
Bag limits, size limits, and licensing requirements vary by state and change seasonally. Always check with your local fisheries authority before heading out.
QLD Fisheries — Bag & Size Limits
Official bag limits, size limits and possession limits for all Queensland recreational species
QLD Fishing Licence & Rules
Recreational fishing rules, closures, and general information for Queensland waters
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Rules
GBRMPA fishing rules, no-take zones, and green zone maps for the Reef
NSW DPI Fisheries — Size & Bag Limits
Complete size and bag limits for NSW saltwater and freshwater species
NSW Fishing Licence
Purchase your NSW recreational fishing licence and understand exemptions
NSW Marine Parks & No-Take Zones
Marine park sanctuary zones and fishing restrictions in NSW coastal parks
VFA — Recreational Fishing Rules
Bag limits, size limits, and closed seasons for Victorian salt and freshwater species
Victorian Fishing Licence
Apply for your Victorian recreational fishing licence online
Port Phillip Bay Fisheries Rules
Specific rules for Port Phillip Bay including snapper closures and size limits
IFS — Tasmanian Fishing Rules
Inland Fisheries Service bag limits, size limits and licence requirements for TAS
DPIPWE Sea Fishing Rules
Sea fishing rules for Tasmania including abalone, scallop and finfish limits
Tasmanian Fishing Licence
Freshwater fishing licence for rivers, lakes, and highland lakes in Tasmania
National & Federal Resources
AFMA — Commonwealth Fishing Rules
Australian Fisheries Management Authority — rules for Commonwealth waters (3+ nautical miles offshore)
Recfish Australia — National Peak Body
Australia's peak recreational fishing body — advocacy, sustainability reports, and national rules updates
Marine Parks Australia
Commonwealth Marine Reserves — maps, rules, and permitted activities in federal marine parks
ANSA — Australian National Sportfishing Association
Fishing competition rules, record claims, and angling education
Important notice
Fishing regulations change regularly. The links above go directly to official government fisheries websites. Fish Tripper does not hold or display bag limits or size limits — always verify current rules on the official state fisheries website before heading out.