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You do not require a recreational fishing licence in the Northern Territory. However, recreational fishers currently need a temporary licence for recreational fishing on and over Aboriginal granted land and adjoining waters. See Fishing in Northern Territory. Note new boat and bag limits apply from April 2015. See summary on our News Pages, or download this booklet for full details.

Queensland

Anglers do not require a licence to fish recreationally in Queensland, except if fishing in some stocked impoundments.

Recreational fishing rules and regulations

See regulations for bag limits and closed seasons here

Victoria

A Recreational Fishing Licence covers all forms of recreational fishing in all of Victoria's marine, estuarine and freshwaters. See also the Recreational Fishing Guide which is available as a hard copy or an App. which gives information including about species, bag limits and restricted waters.

Western Australia

Links to the different recreational fishing licences, including specific species (eg marron and rock lobster) fresh water in the south west, and fishing from a boat) here

Licence to fish using a boat

These licences can be applied for on line via the above linked website.

South Australia

You do not need a licence for recreational fishing in South Australia, apart from in specified reservoirs:

Warren and South Para Reservoirs near Williamstown,, Bundaleer Reservoir near Spalding, Beetaloo Reservoir near Laura and Myponga Reservoir on the Fleurieu Peninsula. A Reservoir Fishing Permit is required to fish in these reservoirs and can be obtained from Primary Industries and Regions SA

See regulations for bag limits, restricted areas and closed seasons

Rock lobster pots used by recreational fishers must be registered

Tasmania

Inland fishing in Tasmania requirement a licence which can be purchased on line here

For further information about inland fishing rules and regulations

Sea fishing licensing requirements

For further information about sea fishing rules and regulations

Caravan Clubs

Across the country there are many caravan clubs, be they brand specific, or just for those in an area or region. Many can be found thorugh the following links. Some have limited numbers so may not have vacancies. Joining a club is a good way for new caravanners to learn and enjoy outings with others as well have a good time with new friends.

Affiliated Caravan Clubs Queensland

Affiliated Caravan Clubs Western Australia

Caravan Clubs in South Australia

Caravan Clubs in New South Wales

Caravan Clubs in Victoria - Tasmania is included

The Australian Caravan Club has a chapter for those travelling with Kids in Tow

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