June, July and August are the months when Murray crayfish can be taken in NSW.
During these months, they can be harvested in the Murray River between Hume Weir and the Newell Highway road bridge at Tocumwal, including Lake Mulwala, and in the Murrumbidgee River between the Hume Highway road bridge at Gundagai and Berembed Weir, excluding Old Man Creek.
A daily bag limit of two applies, and the possession limit is four per person.
The minimum size limit, measured from the rear of the eye socket to the centre rear of the carapace, is 10cm, and the maximum size limit is 12cm.
Hoop and pyramid nets may be used, but there are some rules and regulations about how many and how they must be labelled.
Opera house style yabby traps are banned in NSW.
More information on Murray crayfish fishing rules can be found on the DPIRD website, FishSmart NSW app and in the NSW Freshwater Fishing Guide, available from DPIRD Fisheries offices and most tackle stores.
Mathoura walks for reconciliation
Mathoura Public School staff students were among those taking part in the Reconciliation Week Walk in Echuca on Tuesday.
The event began at Echuca’s Alton Reserve, where Uncle Rick Ronnan performed a smoking ceremony before the crowd set off for the annual Reconciliation Community Walk to the Aquatic Reserve.
Njernda led the procession in buggies decorated with the Aboriginal and Australian flags, followed by students from Mathoura, Echuca, Moama and Rochester and other guests.
Everyone regrouped at the Aquatic Reserve to hear from key community representatives.
National Reconciliation Week started on Tuesday and runs through until next Tuesday, June 3.
With the theme ‘Bridging to the Next’, this week is a time for all Australians to learn about shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each individual can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Storytime with Louise
The Edward River Library team have organised a very special Storytime event for next week.
The food-themed morning will include stories, craft and guest presenter Louise Mace from Nurture With Louise.
Louise is a naturopath and clinical nutritionist, and will lead a discussion on family nutrition and answer any questions you have.
For the parents, a range of cookbooks will be on display and can be borrowed from the library.
The special Storytime will be held on Wednesday, June 4, from 11am.
Get writing for comp
If you love to write, we have a competition just for you.
Country Press NSW, the peak body representing independent regional newspapers, is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year with a special writing competition.
The competition is open to primary and secondary school students, and adults, living in readership areas of the Country Press NSW newspaper network, including Deniliquin and the Southern Riverina.
Entry forms are available from the Deniliquin Pastoral Times office, or downloaded through the Country Press NSW website - cpnsw.org.au. Entries must be received by July 4.
Short stories entered may be on any topic or theme, or set in any time period, but must have one special inclusion: the words “local newspaper” must be included as part of the story.
Lid closing on time capsule
The Rotary Club of Deniliquin’s next time capsule goes back in the earth next month, and all entries must be returned by today.
They must be returned to My Shop in Napier St.
All envelopes will be placed inside the time capsule, which will be buried on June 14 and not brought up again until 2050.
Envelopes are still available and cost from $10 to $100, depending on size.
They can be purchased from My Shop in Napier St, 1521/2QN or the Pastoral Times office.
Don’t miss your opportunity.
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