OzFish Unlimited - Mid Murray Chapter

11/05/2026

A big shout-out to our monthly winners of the Murray Darling Basin Carp Muster, for the month of April 2026.

Congratulations to Eli Clauss and Gavin Pay, who caught the most Carp for the month of April. The largest was from Gavin Pay, which was an impressive 82cms stonker from the Murray River.

Thank you for your effort in helping us clear these pests from our waterways. Your prize will be in the mail!

Want to be our next winner? The competition is heating up, with multiple entries already this month, as we look for our May champion!

Enter your catches for March and beyond here:
https://ozfish.org.au/.../murray-darling-basin-carp-muster/

This project is funded through the Australian Government’s and supported by BCF – Boating, Camping, Fishing.

05/05/2026

Is there someone in your chapter who quietly gets it done? Shows up early. Stays late. Puts fish first.

Now’s the time to call them out (in a good way). Our OzFisher of the Year nominations are OPEN.

This is your chance to recognise the legends who make a real difference to our waterways, whether they’re planting trees, restoring habitat, running events or just always there when it counts.

✔️ Any OzFish member can nominate another member
✔️ You can nominate across any chapter in Australia
✔️ Categories include National, Junior and State/Territory awards
✔️ Winners announced on 20 May during National Volunteer Week

If someone deserves a bit of the spotlight, this is it.

👉 Nominate here: https://ozfish.org.au/ozfisher-of-the-year/
Nominations close 13 May. Don’t sit on it.

Read about last year's winners for some inspiration.Nominations close on 13th May 2026.

20/04/2026

A big shout-out to our monthly winners of the Murray Darling Basin Carp Muster, for the month of March 2026.

Congratulations to Brenton Adcroft, who caught the most Carp for the month of April, landing a handy 13 Carp. The largest was an impressive 78cms.

The largest Carp award went Jason Walker, who managed to pip Brenton with an 80cm Carp from Wakool river.

Thank you Brenton and Jason, for your effort in helping us clear these pests from our waterways. Your prize will be in the mail!

Want to be our next winner? The competition is heating up, with multiple entries already this month, as we look for our May champion!

Enter your catches for March and beyond here:
https://ozfish.org.au/.../murray-darling-basin-carp-muster/

This project is funded through the Australian Government’s Basin CRC program and supported by BCF – Boating, Camping, Fishing.'

23/03/2026

A big shout-out to our very first monthly winner of the Murray Darling Basin Online Carp Muster.

Congratulations to Cooper Trickett, who hit the ground running last month. Cooper managed to enter an impressive ten Carp, with his largest catch stretching the tape to a solid 53cm!

Thank you, Cooper, for your effort in helping us clear these pests from our waterways. Your prize will be in the mail!

Want to be our next winner? The competition is heating up, with multiple entries already this month, as we look for our March champion!

Enter your catches for March and beyond here:
https://ozfish.org.au/projects/murray-darling-basin-carp-muster/

This project is funded through the Australian Government’s One Basin CRC program and supported by BCF – Boating, Camping, Fishing.

19/03/2026

The Murray-Darling Basin Online Carp Muster is LIVE!

The Carp Muster is a digital event, meaning you can fish anywhere within the Murray–Darling Basin and upload your results online.

We have MONTHLY PRIZES up for grabs, including family picnic rugs, beanies and tackle bags in two major categories, for seniors and juniors (Under 15s).

The overall winner at the end of the 6 months, will WIN A $1000 BCF voucher! Entries close July 31, 2026.

Register now, head to your favourite spot in the Basin, and start logging those Carp catches!

Join the muster here:
https://ozfish.org.au/projects/murray-darling-basin-carp-muster/

This project is funded through the Australian Government’s One Basin CRC program and supported by BCF – Boating, Camping, Fishing.

Mallee Regional Innovation Centre - MRIC

06/08/2025

LAST CHANCE! TONIGHT is the night. Swan Hill Fish Talks.

Grab your ticket now. Please book ticket below, for catering purposes.

August 6 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. One28 Doors, 128 Curlewis St, Swan Hill VIC 3585

https://ozfish.org.au/event/swan-hill-fish-talks-vic-august-2025/

05/08/2025

ONE NIGHT TO GO! Swan Hill Fish Talks, FREE EVENT.

Grab your ticket now. Please book ticket below, for catering purposes.

August 6 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. One28 Doors, 128 Curlewis St, Swan Hill VIC 3585

https://ozfish.org.au/event/swan-hill-fish-talks-vic-august-2025/

03/08/2025

Two days to go!

Swan Hill Fish Talks, Free Event. Grab your ticket now!

August 6 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. One28 Doors, 128 Curlewis St, Swan Hill VIC 3585

https://ozfish.org.au/event/swan-hill-fish-talks-vic-august-2025/

Join us to hear from local experts and practitioners undertaking fish habitat restoration in local waterways, and find out how you can get involved in

31/07/2025

Swan Hill Fish Talks> Next Wednesday! Get your free ticket now, before we sell out!

Join us this coming Wednesday 6 August at this free community event to learn about improving our fisheries and fishing in the Murray–Darling Basin!

The roadshow aims to raise awareness about habitat restoration and freshwater fish, with lucky door prizes and catering provided on the night.
Agenda
5:30pm to 6:00pm – Forum open
6:00pm to 6:25pm – Michelle Slater: OzFish Unlimited
6:25pm to 6:50pm – Iain Ellis: Millewa pumping
6:50pm to 7:10pm – Break and questions
7:10pm to 7:35pm – Brooke Davis: Recreational fisher
7:35pm to 8:00pm – Dr John Conallin: Edward-Wakool Angling Association
8:00pm to 8:20pm – Questions and forum closed

Join us to hear from local experts and practitioners undertaking fish habitat restoration in local waterways, and find out how you can get involved in