Multiple rivers in East Gippsland are receiving a boost of fish habitat with structures currently being installed in the Tambo River, Nicholson River and Jones Bay.
The East Gippsland Catchment Management Authority (CMA) has installed a further 60 structures into Jones Bay which will benefit key species such as black bream, estuary perch and Australian bass.
The work underway on the Tambo River includes 15 new structures and replenishing 23 older structures.
McFarlanes Road has been closed to ensure public safety. There have been some delays in the delivery of the project, due to high rainfall, school holidays and local fishing competitions.
EGCMA appreciates the local community’s patience and understanding during these delays.
“We’re working hard to complete the project as soon as possible so everyone can access their favourite fishing spots again. In the meantime, we hope trying out a different location – or even a different river proves to be a rewarding experience,” a spokesperson said.
Recreational fishing is extremely popular in East Gippsland and improving fish habitat is not only environmentally positive, but fishing enthusiasts reap the benefits of abundant fish populations.
Funds raised from fishing licence fees are allocated to projects that directly improve recreational fishing in Victoria. This project will be the fifth stage of a multi-year project reintroducing large woody habitat into the Gippsland Lakes, which has seen more than 260 structures installed prior to December 2022, and a further 32 structures installed through previous VFA funding during 2023.
