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Trout Cod were once widespread in southern tributaries of the Murray-Darling system, but have declined historically to a point where they are now listed as an endangered species. NSW DPI has run a conservation stocking program for Trout Cod for over 20 years, resulting in the successful re-introduction of Trout Cod into areas where they had previously disappeared.
The Minister for Primary Industries is proposing to make an Order authorising recreational fishing for stocked Trout Cod in 9 NSW impoundments; similar to the existing recreational fishery for Silver Perch (another threatened species) stocked in NSW dams for many years to support recreational fishing.
Before making the Order, a Species Impact Statement must be prepared and publicly exhibited, together with a copy of the proposed Order, and any advice received from advisory councils. Any written submissions received will be considered before determining the Order. Written submissions on the proposed Order should be mailed to:
“Trout Cod Order”
NSW Department of Primary Industries
Locked Bag 1 Nelson Bay NSW 2315
Email: fisheries.threatenedspecies@dpi.nsw.gov.au.
Submissions close on Friday 14 December 2012.
To view the Species Impact Statement please click here (.PDF File 4.5mb).
