Licencing Requirements
A NSW recreational fishing licence is required for recreational fishing in the Murray River and Lake Mulwala.
Click HERE to check on current fishing licence requirements.
Licences can be obtained from the following agents:
In Yarrawonga:
Mal's Tackle Box, Cnr Belmore St & Murray Valley Hwy
RD & DM Lean, 73 Belmore St
Yarrawonga Hardware & Camping, 11 Belmore St
Yarrawonga Waters, 11 Hogans Rd, Woodlands
In Mulwala:
KMA Signs / Intents Fishing & Ourdoors, 131 Melbourne St
Lakeside Caravan Park, Spring Dve
Sully's Fuel / Mulwala IGA, 47 Melbourne St
Suncountry Holiday Village, Tocumwal RdFor a full list of agents click HERE (Requires Adobe Acrobat) Fish
NEW fishing rules began on December 1, 2002, September 3, 2007 and December 1, 2007. We strongly recommend that you consult these new rules by clicking the link below. NSW fisheries web site will also advise of current legal limits, bag sizes, and what can be caught and when.
The following fish and crustaceans are some that use Lake Mulwala and the Murray River as their habitat.
Murray Cod
The Murray Cod was once abundant throughout the Murray-Darling river system, but overfishing and environmental changes have drastically reduced its numbers. Because of this, they are protected during September, October and November, their breeding season - if caught, they must be returned to the water unharmed. The largest recorded size for a Murray Cod was 1.83 metres and 113kg. The majority of Murray Cod caught in recent years is generally 50cm-70cm and less than 10kg. Best bait - bardi grubs, yabbies, shrimps and scrubworms.
Trout Cod
Trout Cod are a protected species and taking or attempting to take them, including catch and release, is prohibited. They are generally found in the Murray River between Yarrawonga and the Barmah Forest.
Golden Perch (Yellowbelly)
Along with the Murray Cod, is one of Australia's most important native fish. Today it is considered rare in much of Its original territory although it can still be found in large numbers in some locations. Usually they are less than 5kg but can grow larger. Best bait - crayfish, shrimp, yabbies and scrubworms. Not usually caught on bardi grubs.
Silver Perch
Another endangered species that may only be caught in Lake Mulwala within limits. Best bait - shrimp or scrubworms. Must catch and release in the Murray River.
Murray Crayfish
Murray crayfish are found in the Murray River. They breed once a year at the end of autumn. Crayfish carrying eggs or young under their tail are protected and must be returned to the water. Best bait - carp, bullock liver, ox heart. Click here for more information on fishing for Murray Crayfish
To find out what you can fish for and when click HERE
NSW Freshwater Recreational Fishing Guide
To download a copy of the current guide click HERE (Requires Adobe Acrobat)
Popular Angling Spots
Popular places to fish include Drain Lake, Kyffins Reserve and the Everglades.
Camping grounds can be found in these areas.
If you want up to date information on what's biting and where, we suggest you look up Tony Bennett's "Pro Tips" Click here to find out what's biting and where
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