OzFish Unlimited - Darwin Chapter

10/05/2026

08/05/2026

OzFisher of the Year nominations are streaming in for 2026, but we wanted to look back and give a shout-out to some legends who claimed the title in previous years. 👑

It's OzFishers like these that make fish habitat restoration possible, from the fresh to the salt, inland or coastal, right across Australia. We all offer unique skills and strengths, but share a common goal—better habitat, better fishing.

Know someone else who deserves to join our hall of fame? Nominate them before 13th May at https://ozfish.org.au/ozfisher-of-the-year/

01/05/2026

🌿 Who loves seagrass as much as we do? This guy! 🐅

This is a Tiger Calamari, and is one of many squid species we love to catch across northern Australia. But do you know why we often find squid in and around seagrass meadows?

For starters, the females attach their eggs to seagrass leaves, which act as a nursery. And like a tiger in the jungle, seagrass provides camouflage from predators and perfect hunting grounds for feeding.

But squid aren't alone—we're working on seagrass projects right around Australia that support other recreational fishing species, including snapper, whiting, luderick and more.

Learn more about these projects and why seagrass is great for fish AND fishers at https://ozfish.org.au/programs/seagrass-restoration/

29/04/2026

🎣 Rec fishers have just pulled carp #100 out of the Murray–Darling as part of the Basin Carp Muster fishing comp—but there's plenty more to catch with monthly prizes on offer!

A sizeable 80cm carp was caught by Jason Walker on the Wakool River. We’ve also had half a dozen big carp from Chao Li in the Mildura region, all measuring over 70cms, as well as 33 entries from Gavin Pay, who is leading the overall most carp caught.

Carp are non-native to Australia and compete with native fish, while their feeding behaviour destroys aquatic vegetation and muddies water clarity.

So now is the perfect time to grab your rods, get the kids involved, and help clear the way for our native fish 🐟

Participating is easy:

1. Catch a carp in the basin.
2. Measure it.
3. Snap a photo on a brag mat or next to a measuring tape.
4. Submit your entry on the OzFish website.

Read more and get involved over at https://ozfish.org.au/article/100-entries-basin-carp-muster/

27/04/2026

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24/04/2026

Primary school students replant lost mangrove forests 🌱

We've teamed up with tomorrow's fish habitat heroes and they've taken the spotlight to show you how it's done in this video.

Tune in and learn why this restoration is important, how to save a mangrove forest, and see the kids in action.

The Mangrove Mates project is funded by the Victorian Government and supported by Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School - Crib Point and BCF - Boating, Camping, Fishing

Mangrove mates in action!Meet our newest habitat heroes from St Joseph’s Crib Point Primary School, Victoria. The students joined us on the Hastings Foreshor...

17/12/2025

14/10/2025

Darwin will have one of the lowest tides of the year today (~0.2m at 2:10PM). There will be another very low tide on Saturday (~0.4m at 2:46PM). The super low water conditions are a great opportunity to look out over the coast and see first-hand what the underwater structure and habitats look like at some of your favourite land-based fishing spots. It's also a perfect time to scout around for snagged fishing gear (like hooks, sinkers, lures and lines) and to clean up your fishing spots to help our local environment and wildlife.

Report injured wildlife to Wildcare Inc NT : +61 408 885 341

And a reminder if you're a fisher and want to get involved in regular stewardship or clean-up activities, be sure to follow us, check out Unlimited, OzFish Unlimited - Darwin Chapter , or join other fishers in the MasterBait - Blue Hearts monthly coastal clean ups around Darwin.

More helpful links in the comments below
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30/09/2025

🎣 Fishing for Community & Conservation! Join OzFish & Pathfinders NT 🌊
Get ready, Darwin! We're celebrating the national Gone Fishing Day with a special local event focused on the theme: Fishing for Community!

Join OzFish and Pathfinders NT for a morning dedicated to the social and conservation benefits of recreational fishing. You'll learn essential techniques and gain valuable environmental insights into conservation and sustainable practices.

The involvement of Pathfinders NT makes this event unique. Their trained professionals in youth mental health and mentoring will create a supportive and empowering atmosphere, helping young people build confidence and connect with nature in a positive way.

Help Us Reach Our Goal!
This event is about more than just a catch; it's about Reel Connections and Real Impact! We have set a goal to raise $1,000 in donations at this event. Every dollar will go directly towards improving the health of our local waterways here in the Northern Territory.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday 18 October 2025

Time: 9:00am – 12 noon ACST

Venue: Nightcliff Jetty, Casuarina Drive, Nightcliff NT 0810

What to Bring:

Closed-toe shoes

Fishing gear

Hat and sunscreen

Drink bottle

Ready to cast a line, support your community, and donate to local waterway health?
Find further event details and register now:
👉 https://ozfish.org.au/event/gfd-reel-connections-club-nt-october-2025/

Fisheries NT

30/09/2025

Footy, Fun, and Fish Habitat! 🐟🏈

Come hang out with the OzFish NT team at the Belyuen Footy Fun Day!

Date: Thursday, October 10th
Time: 11 am to Late Arvo
Location: Belyuen Community (Come for the footy match, stay for the FREE BBQ!)

We’ll be on the ground talking about the fantastic work local fishers are doing to protect and restore our waterways in the Top End.

Chat with us about our current projects in Darwin and Palmerston, including the hugely successful Tangle Bins initiative that's collecting kilometers of discarded fishing line and gear to keep our aquatic life safe.

We will also be sharing our exciting new plans for future habitat restoration projects in Mandorah and the greater regions!

Stop by the OzFish stall to meet the local Chapter, grab some free resources, and find out how you can get involved in giving back to the waters you love to fish.

16/09/2025

Good morning, Darwin! ☀️

​We're so excited to be down at Bundilah Beach today from 8am to 11am for the Larrakia Nations Darwin Harbour Cleanup! It's a fantastic opportunity to help protect our unique coastlines and ensure fishing for all intro the future!

​Whether you can spare 20 minutes or the full 3 hours, every helping hand makes a huge difference.
​Come say hi and pitch in!

https://ozfish.org.au/event/darwin-harbour-clean-up-nt-september-2025/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAM2yJJjbGNrAzbIjmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEe7KXJnGH2xti4F69N4EqQgUOhErb5n_lo-yucSoEWNTHAL6CHeQmHWu8amSw_aem_PMezAtFJjRWm7QWlYqu3Qg

We'd love to see you there. 🐠 🐟

💙🌊 Join the Harbour Heroes! 🌊💙

The 16th Annual Darwin Harbour Clean Up is here!
Grab your friends, family, school or work crew and help protect one of our most precious natural treasures.

📅 16 Sep – Schools @ Gunn Point
📅 17 Sep – Main Clean Up Day @ Hornibrooks Wharf
📅 18 Sep – Sorting Day @ Larrakia Ranger Base

🐠 Every piece of rubbish removed is a win for our wildlife and waterways!
📞 8948 4685 | 📧 [email protected]

10/09/2025

Exciting news from the Darwin Innovation Hub! 🐊 Today at Croc Pitch 2025, we saw some incredible visions for the Territory's future. It was a fantastic platform to showcase how we can build environmental resilience here and across our neighbouring countries.

​A huge shout-out to all the brilliant presenters! We're already buzzing with ideas and can't wait to share OzFish Unlimited's vision for the Northern Territory and beyond next year. 🎣 Watch this space!

05/09/2025

🐠🐊 Hi ! Join us tonight at Palmerston Game Fishing Club Inc. for a special presentation.

We'll be kicking off at 7:15pm, sharing an update on what OzFish has been up to and the impact we're making in the Northern Territory's fishing community. If you're keen to learn more about our projects and how you can get involved, this is the perfect chance.

Hope to see you there!

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🎣 THIS FRIDAY NIGHT – MEMBER NIGHT AT PGFC!
Doors open from 6:30pm, and we’ve got a ripper evening lined up.

🎤 Guest Speaker: OzFish Unlimited - Darwin Chapter
They’ll be chatting about some pretty cool stuff happening right here in the Territory, including:
🎣 Reel Life Skills – teaching young people to fish and build confidence
🔁 Tangle Bins (Stage 2) – tackling litter and giving old line new life
🤝 Reel Connections Club – a youth fishing crew teaming up with Pathfinders NT
🦪 Oyster Revolution NT Spearhead – local oyster work with Big Blue Ocean Foundation
🧠 A behind-the-scenes look at setting up the NT Chapter Executive Panel

👨‍🍳 PLUS… it’s our first night with Andy’s Table 8 in the kitchen!
Check out these feed options:
🍽️ Cheesy garlic bread
🍽️ Chicken parmi
🍽️ Marinara pasta
🍽️ Fish burgers or steak and chips
🍽️ Kids meals for $9 – or free for under 12s with every adult main, plus a free ice cream 🍦

🎁 Don’t forget:
• Member draws
• Meat tray raffle
• Good crew, good yarns, good feeds

📍PGFC Clubrooms – Catalina Rd, Marlow Lagoon
📩 Email us at [email protected] if you’ve got questions.

Bring your mates, bring the kids, and come see what Friday nights at PGFC are all about!

03/09/2025

Darwin Harbour Clean-Up
Join the OzFish Unlimited Darwin Chapter for the 12th annual Darwin Harbour Clean-Up!

What: A community clean-up to protect Darwin Harbour's marine life and ecosystems.
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am ACST.
Where: OzFish will be focusing on Vesteys Beach and the Vesteys Beach Boat Ramp.
Why: Help create a healthier habitat for fish, boost fish stocks, and connect with other passionate volunteers.

Together, we can make a difference! See you there.

For more information, visit https://ozfish.org.au/event/darwin-harbour-clean-up-nt-september-2025/.

07/08/2025

Our last Reel Life Skills Club meet-up at Rapid Creek Jetty during the school holidays was a blast! 🎣 We had 10 enthusiastic young people from Darwin join us for a fun and informal fishing session. It's great to see the next generation learning about our waterways and enjoying the outdoors. Thanks to everyone who participated! Head to https://ozfish.org.au/membership/ and sign up to get an invite to our next fishing event! More to come!

14/01/2025

Calling all beach lovers! 🌊✨

Join OzFish Unlimited for a community beach clean-up at the Geelong Foreshore!

Let's work together to keep our beautiful coastline sparkling clean and protect our marine life.

When: 11:00AM
Where: Geelong Foreshore - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UgWxddUMzPGDJ2pg6

What to bring:

* Sturdy gloves
* Reusable water bottle
* Sunscreen
* Hat
* Closed-toe shoes

We'll provide:
* Bags and other necessary equipment
* BBQ Lunch

Let's make a difference!

Look for the OzFish Flag!