NSW: Murray cod spring closure runs through 30 November
Murray cod · Effective 2026-09-01 · Checked 2026-10-23
NSW DPIRD confirms the annual Murray cod closure from 1 September through 30 November 2026, except Copeton and Blowering dams. An ordinary NSW river trip should be planned from 1 December, subject to local closures and access requirements. Do not target Murray cod in closed waters. During open seasons, the current NSW table lists a 55–75 cm legal length, two fish daily and four in possession; other water-specific restrictions can still apply. This is a reminder of an existing seasonal restriction, announced on 24 August, not a new October rule. It reinforces the December timing already stated in the linked guide and does not extend NSW rules to waters governed by another jurisdiction.
