11 Sep in Belconnen

An earlier post on Facebook didn’t work properly. Instead you should go to
https://ozfish.org.au/event/canberra-fish-talks-act-september-2025/

As an affiliate to the NSW branch of the Australian National Sportfishing Association (ANSA NSW) https://www.ansansw.com.au/ CAA delegates have been invited to the Annual General Meeting/Presentation Night hosted by Canberra Fisherman’s Club on 30 August. Dinner will be a roast meet buffet. RSVP by 15 August – CAA members should contact CAA Executive/Membership Officer if you’d like to represent CAA as our delegate.

Come along and hear about what’s happening with this iconic fish. I hear there is plenty of seats available.

Queanbeyan – Trout Cod Community Info Sessions

Date: 7 aug • 5:30 pm

Location: 85 Monaro Street, Queanbeyan, NSW 2620

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queanbeyan-trout-cod-community-info-sessions-tickets-1489957997479?aff=eivtefrnd&utm_share_source=listing_android

Seems ACT Government are surveying users of ACT waterways on how they think it is being managed. Responses by 15 Aug
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19DUCAbyz8/

For those not on Facebook try https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/act-social-media

There was quite a quick response to the post about Peachy’s YouTube piece on dry fly selection.

I wonder if our readers are aware of CAA’s Tips blog. Originally this held a yarn by Jason Q about his fly fishing journey, to inspire others to get into the sport. The blog evolved to include a diverse range of topics from the laws of angler access to tips on handling fish and how best to take a photo. I encourage you to browse.

I just added two new ones, on straightening your leader and one on different strike techniques. I’ll promote them in the forthcoming newsletter for those that read it but don’t follow our blog.

A while ago I had a series of tips from members in the newsletter … I should assemble them and add to the blog – a closed season project?

On Wed

Normal time at Raiders Weston.

Claude and Gary will present “4th time to NZ and still learning lessons…that can be applied to any fishing adventure”. There will be photos of the trip including a couple of ‘Grip and Grins’, descriptions of locations and most importantly a discussion of lessons – some new and some that we keep need reminding of . Join us at the Raiders. Please let Claude know if you plan on dinner beforehand to ensure we have booked a large enough table.

A report on the workshop held 6 May has been prepared: https://us5.forward-to-friend.com/forward/preview?u=aaffdffaded2e86f449aa94b9&id=65b6365cbb

The intent now is to commence consultation with anglers in the regions before providing a considered position to the Minister.

Mitch from Gaden has released this report.

Weather and cormorants have impacted the operation and stocks produced. The open day and the NSWCFA are reported.

NSW Recreational Fishing Alliance are conducting a workshop to develop the most appropriate body to represent recreational anglers in NSW. They are looking for broad engagement and have issued this open invitation.
https://us5.forward-to-friend.com/forward/preview?u=aaffdffaded2e86f449aa94b9&id=db90c3d65e

Stefan is leading a trip to “the pleasant valley of the Tumut River and environs.” More details and Stefan’s contact details will come out via email to members.

While people are at liberty to arrange their own, some accommodation has been booked at Tumut Valley Holiday Park (Blowering Caravan Park). While this is a little way out of town on the way towards Blowering Dam, the location has proven popular due to its proximity to proven good water.

Stefan has said “After some two decades of hosting this event, I will be abdicating from this role. So, join me in my last hurrah, being at 70 not out. I have made it a tradition over the last few years to have a welcome gathering on the Friday evening with a welcoming fire at sundown. as usual, expect some warm bean soup, roasted chestnuts, mars-bar-stewed apples all washed down with a generous glug of “Glue Wine”. It is always a pleasant evening of yarning and tale spinning as only fishers can do .“