In 2005 the community thought that some of the visitors/guests to our area would like to have a "sticky-beak" around the area at the wonderful agriculture, history, flora and fauna that makes our district unique. It was so successful that this year we are bringing back some crowd pleasers along with some new tours.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Barwon River runs right through the centre of town and dissects Mungindi into two - New South Wales and Queensland. It is a popular river to fish in. You can gain access to the northern river bank and fish beside the Border Bridge. There will be a pamphlet "Fesh Water Fishing in Queensland Western Downs" available at the towns RTC Centre in the main street and at the Festival Hub Office at the Showground on the Saturday.

 

There will also be advice on other fishing sites available.

 

Considered the best of the freshwater table-fish with firm white flesh and no muddy taint. They can be very aggressive and love a fresh shrimp bobbed gently up and down amongst the logs. Small deep diving lures are also a popular catching method. The best time for catching yellowbelly is at dawn and at dusk in rising water.

                                            

 

The Murray Cod is the largest of freshwater fish, growing to a length of 1.8m. It is most commonly caught by line fishing with baits of crayfish, mussels or small live fish. They will also rise to lures and put up a good fight when taken on suitable tackle.

                                           

 

 

Eel-tailed Catfish or jewfish are caught on bait such as shrimps or worms and are good fighters when hooked on light gear. The jew is often caught in shallow water off grassy banks particularly from dusk.

 

Silver Perch are commonly caught in the inland streams and waterholes west of the Great Dividing Range with baits such as prawns and worms. Schools accumulate at the heads of waterholes and flowing reaches, being attracted easily to a fly or lure, they are spectacular performers.

 

The following website will give you all the information you need about the rules and regulations www.fishinginqueensland.com.au

 

                                                             

 

This fishing guide is produced by Toowoomba & The Golden West Tourism.

 

Phone 1800 688 949 or email enquiries@tgw.com.au for your FREE copy of the Western Downs Touring Guide.

 

 

 

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