Sport and recreation information
Recreational fishing
When fishing in NSW waters, both freshwater and saltwater, you are required by law to pay the NSW Recreational Fishing Fee and carry a receipt showing the payment of the fee.
Safety and rules on NSW waterways
Being safe on the water is a responsibility we all share. Understand the key rules to keep you and others safe.
Rock fishing safety tips
Rock fishing is one of the most dangerous sports in Australia. On average eight people die each year in NSW from rock fishing-related accidents. The safety tips on this page will help you minimise the risks as you plan your rock fishing outing.
Latest sport and recreation updates
Ministerial media release
10 July 2025
More than 160 teenage fishers and their families will come together today in Sydney’s inner west to celebrate their passion for fishing as part of a NSW Government and TikTok push to get more teenagers involved in angling.
Ministerial media release
5 July 2025
The Minns Labor Government is ensuring local hospitality venues can take full advantage of the blockbuster British & Irish Lions Tour with extended late-night trading approved for two of the biggest rugby matches on the 2025 sporting calendar.
Ministerial media release
5 July 2025
Another leg in the race to establish southeast NSW as a premier mountain bike hub is complete with Mogo Trails officially open to the public.
News
1 July 2025
The Minister for Gaming and Racing, the Hon. David Harris, has approved events from July to December 2025 for special event extended trading under the Liquor Act 2007 .
Ministerial media release
1 July 2025
The Minns Labor Government and Breast Cancer Trials have today announced a partnership to raise awareness of breast cancer trials across the Hunter, aligning with the NRLW Magic Round.