Better camping rules for Victoria’s fishers
Ban lifted on river camping and fishing on Crown landCrown land wrongfully locked off to fishing enthusiasts over the passage of time will be reopened after the Victorian Government approved new legislation allowing people to camp on riverfronts.
“The new rules provide a fantastic opportunity for people to responsibly enjoy more of Victoria’s beautiful waterways, with camping added to the list of permitted activities on Crown land alongside things like picnicking, fishing and bushwalking,” the Victorian Fisheries Authority said.
“The Victorian Fisheries Authority will install gates and signage to Crown land entry points to help people safely access those areas.
The VFA said rules to help regulate usage would be developed through a thorough consultation process with licence holders, farmers and communities, aiming to protect the environment while enabling camping and fishing.
It said fisheries officers would continue to “strongly enforce” regulations relating to litter and other inappropriate activities on Crown land.
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