Somerset Wivenhoe Fish Stocking Assn
Making a Better Fishery Future
ATKINSONS LAGOON (ATKINSONS DAM) FISHING
Stocked Fish
SWFSA stock several native Australian fish species to improve recreational fishing.
These are:
- Saratoga
- Golden Perch
- Silver Perch
- Australian Bass
- Mary River Cod may be stocked here but at time of writting, none have been released as yet.
Other Native Fish
In Lake Atkinson there are naturally reproducing populations of:
- Spangled Perch
- Eel Tailed Catfish (Tandan)
- Snub Nosed Gar
- Long Fin Eel
Illegally Introduced Native Fish
Some years ago Barred Grunter were illegally released into Atkinsons Lagoon. While these are a native fish, they are not endemic to the Brisbane River catchment and are not a desiable recreational fish. Please destroy any that are caught.
Sleepy Cod have recently been discovered close by in Lake Wivenhoe & the Brisbane River. While these are an Australian fish, they are not endemic to SE Qld waterways and should not be translocated. Please destroy any that are caught.
Pest / Noxious Fish
Tilapia & Pearl Cichlids have been illegally released into many SE Qld waterways. If you catch one of these noxious pests it is illegal to return them to the water.
Please dispose of them in bins provided at boat ramp or bury them above the high water mark.
Fishing Permit
A Stocked Impoundment Permit (SIPS) is not currently required for fishing at Atkinsons Lagoon.
Fishing Guide
There are no fishing guides operating on Atkinsons Lagoon.
Dam Operations
SEQWater controls dam operations.
Atkinsons Lagoon aka Atkinsons Dam is a popular recreational destination.
The popularity is due to several reasons:
- Has boating access with no restrictions on engine or speed
- Open 24/7
- Great facilities eg BBQs, Toilets, Tables etc
- close proximity to the major SE Qld population base
- All weather concrete boat ramp
- 2 x Tourist Parks on the shoreline.
How You Can Help
There are several ways you can help us.
Become A Member
Attend meetings & fish releases
Fingerling Releases
Come along to fingerling releases.
Donate
Make a donation to SWFSA to help us put more fish back in the water.
Monitoring
Enter fishing data into our monitoring app HERE>>>
Fishing Permit
Make sure your Stocked Impoundment Permit (SIPS) is up to date. Everyone 18 years of age & older is required to have one when fishing on Lakes Somerset & Wivenhoe. Get a Fishing Permit HERE>>>
Destroy Pest Fish
If you catch any Tilapia, Carp or Pearl Cichlids in any waterway please humanely kill them and place in bins around the lakes or bury them above the high water mark. Do not return them to the water, even if they’re dead.
Cans For Cod
If You are doing the right thing by recycling your cans & bottles – why not go one better by nominating your cash to buying cod. Just quote our number C10393454
Every $5 buys 4 Cod to help restore the Cod in the Brisbane, Stanley & Bremer River catchments.
Brisbane River Cod Recovery Strategy
SWFSA stock Mary River Cod into several rivers & creeks in South East Queensland as part of the Brisbane River Cod Recovery Project.
Each year cod fingerlings are released into selected locations with a hope that this species can re-establish a self-sustaining population.
SWFSA acknowledge the Ipswich City Council & the Somerset Regional Council for their on-going support.
Benefits of Fish Restocking
SWFSA stock several native fish species under a permit from Queensland Fisheries. The benefits of native fish restocking include:
Improved recreational fishing opportunities
Pest / noxious fish control
Species Recovery - Mary River Cod
Improved water quality
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy fingerlings from SWFSA?
Where & When do SWFSA meet?
Cans For Cod
If You are doing the right thing by recycling your cans & bottles – why not go one better by nominating your cash to buying cod. Just quote our number C10393454
Every $5 buys 4 Cod to help restore the Cod in the Brisbane, Stanley & Bremer Rivers.