Where can I fish in Lake Mulwala?
Good places to target would include along the edges around Yarrawonga and Mulwala, Kyffin Reserve, Woodlands located near the middle of the lake. Majors, The Everglades and Bundalong. All these have good trolling and casting options.
Can you catch cod out of season?
Anglers should avoid techniques that are likely to catch cod during September, October and November. BETWEEN September 1 and November 30 (inclusive) each year cod fishing is closed in Victoria and NSW, coinciding when the species switches into breeding mode.
Can Victorians Fish Lake Mulwala?
Under a new agreement, fishing in Lake Mulwala will fall under the jurisdiction of NSW and fishing in Lake Hume will be the responsibility of Victoria. Previously anglers had to contend with an imaginary line in the middle of both lakes with different licences and regulations on either side of the border.
Can I fish in Lake Mulwala?
Murray cod
Golden perchMurray crayfishBidyanus bidyanusCommon carp
Lake Mulwala/Fish
Does cod bite after rain?
I have found cod, yellow belly, trout and carp pushed right up into these areas snaffling up any food that flows in. Run off usually occurs after heavy rains. The water will be filthy but the fish will still be there! And yes even though the water is dirty you can still use lures.
When can you catch Cod in NSW?
RECREATIONAL fishers are now able to target Murray cod, following the annual three-month breeding closure – from September 1 until December 1 – in NSW and Victoria. This iconic native species, which is found throughout the Murray-Darling River system, is a prized catch as it’s the country’s largest freshwater fish.
Is eating Murray cod illegal?
As mentioned above there is a Murray Cod closure during their breeding season: from 1st September to 1st December (spring) it is illegal to target and keep Murray Cod (with the exception of Copeton Dam in northern NSW- which has now been opened all year round).
Is Lake Mulwala NSW waters?
As such, the waters upstream of the Seven Mile Creek junction in Lake Hume at Talmalmo and the backed up waters of Lake Mulwala form part of the Murray River, which come under NSW Fisheries regulations. Victorian fishing regulations apply in waters south of the Murray River.
Can you fish in the Murray River all year round?
All waters. All fishing is prohibited in the Murray River and its tributaries between Yarrawonga Weir and the Tocumwal Road Bridge from September to November, to protect breeding populations.
Is it better to fish before or after rain?
Fishing is better before the rain since barometric pressure dropping, decreasing water and air temperatures, and reduced light give fish like bass and trout a distinct tactical advantage over their prey and trigger them to feed aggressively.
What time of year is Cod season?
“The fishery is only open from 1 June to 31 August each year and closed for the remainder of the year, to provide protection for this vulnerable species,” Mr McLellan said. “NSW recreational freshwater fishing laws are designed to protect, conserve and improve our fisheries resources for future generations.”
What kind of fish are in Lake Mulwala?
Lakes Hume and Mulwala are important recreational fisheries, with Lake Mulwala considered one of the premier Murray Cod fisheries in Australia. Lake Hume is a mixed fishery enabling anglers to target Trout, Redfin Perch, Carp, Silver Perch and Golden Perch throughout the year and Murray Cod during the open season.
Are there fishing rules for lakes Hume and Mulwala?
Previously both NSW and Victorian fishing rules applied to Lakes Hume and Mulwala, as the constitutional border between the two States runs through the two lakes. However, the location of the State boundary line made it very difficult for anglers to identify the exact position of the border and to comply with differing fishing laws.
Where to catch golden perch in Lake Mulwala?
Golden perch are at times aggressive feeders, making for exciting times when an active school is located. They will readily take lures or bait, and are mostly caught in the lower sections of the water column on or near the bottom.