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Angling byelaws (fishing rules)

When freshwater fishing you must follow these byelaws (rules). Rules are aimed at protecting fish stocks and making fisheries sustainable

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When, what and where you can fish Using lures and baits Using rods and lead Using landing nets, keepnets, keepsacks, gaffs and tailers Know your minimum fish size and catch limits Know your fisheries districts Stay safe fishing near obstructions How to report incidents affecting fish and fisheries

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