NSW Government extends kingfish and snapper consultation
In a statement released today, the NSW Minns Government said the extension reflects its commitment to robust consultation to ensure fishers and
October 11, 2026
The latest round of the NSW Government’s Recreational Fishing Trust grants has delivered $386,872 to projects that improve fishing access, facilities and education opportunities for recreational fishers.
Funded projects include:
🎣 A new accessible fishing platform at Red Rock Reserve near Wooli
🎣 Upgrades to fishing platforms at Como and Forster
🎣 New and improved fish cleaning facilities in western NSW
🎣 Boat ramp resurfacing projects on the South Coast
🎣 Community education programs encouraging more people to get involved in fishing
These projects are helping create better fishing experiences for communities right across NSW while supporting the long-term sustainability of recreational fishing.
Best of all, funding comes directly from recreational fishing licence fees, ensuring fishers’ contributions are reinvested into projects that make a real difference on the water.
Do you have a project that could benefit your local fishing community? Applications for the 2026 grants round are now open.
For more information please visit here.
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