Lakes stocked with fish
If dropping a line is something you enjoy there are plenty of fish out there to be caught.
The Victorian Government has stocked more than 9000 catchable-size rainbow trout into 18 lakes across the region in time for the school holidays.
Rainbow trout are perfect for kids and newcomers to the pastime because they are easy to catch and take a range of bait, such as worms and Powerbait, and lures too.
The trout were grown by the Victorian Fisheries Authority at its Snobs Creek hatchery.
Stocked waters in northern and north-east Victoria for the September school holidays include: Bartlett Lake, Tatura; Eildon Pondage Weir; Glenrowan Recreation Reserve; Longwood Golf Course Dam; Mooroopna Recreation Reserve Lake; Numurkah Lake; and Victoria Park Lake, Shepparton.
A daily bag limit of five trout applies, of which only two trout can exceed 35cm.
For the statewide list of stocked waters these holidays, visit: www.vfa.vic.gov.au/holidaytrout
Boaters urged to put safety first
Goulburn-Murray Water is reminding people visiting its lakes, dams and reservoirs to be safe on the water.
The water authority is anticipating high visitation numbers over the coming weeks of school holidays, with most of its storages at healthy levels due to the recent rainfall.
“The rainfall we have experienced recently means there are high flows heading into many of our storages,” G-MW water storage services general manager Martina Cusack said.
“This can create strong currents, high debris loads and changes in the river and sand bars, which boat operators need to be prepared for,” Ms Cusack said.
“Boat operators should always wear personal flotation devices and maintain a lookout for hazards and other users at all times.
“Conditions can change quickly, so stay up-to-date with weather reports when heading out.”
G-MW has temporarily closed Laanecoorie Reservoir and Hepburns Lagoon to boating due to the increased risk to recreational boaters.
Visitors can plan ahead and check for public notices about storages by visiting: https://www.g-mwater.com.au/water-resources/catchments/storages
GrainGrowers CEO resigns
After close to five years as chief executive officer and almost a decade with GrainGrowers, CEO David McKeon has resigned.
“I am proud to have led the organisation through a period of transformation that has seen us emerge with a clear focus on sustainability and profitability outcomes for growers,” Mr McKeon said.
“Supporting Australian grain farmers through challenges such as years of drought and geopolitical headwinds, then aiming to put in place industry activities that will grow the industry beyond the current positive seasons has been rewarding.”
GrainGrowers chair Brett Hosking thanked David for his achievements during his time as CEO.
“... I would like to sincerely thank David for his passion and enthusiasm for the Australian grains industry that has been evident throughout his time with the organisation,” Mr Hosking said.
He said Mr McKeon would finish up in October and the GrainGrowers board would start a search for an executive officer shortly.