Recreational anglers can enjoy improved fishing facilities at Sydenham Inlet thanks to $84,560 from the Recreational Fishing Grants Program, and funding received from East Gippsland Shire Council.

Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, said “the Bemm River Angling Club has built a fishing platform and access paths at this popular Gippsland spot and the new platform is a welcome addition to Sydenham Inlet and good news for shore based anglers and families.”

“The platform will further improve this destination for newcomers to fishing, particularly for children,” Mr Bull said.

“Providing safe and convenient access to the water, the platform will mean anglers can fish year round for flathead, bream, luderick, mullet and whiting.”

Mr Bull said, “the funding from the Recreational Grants Program meant anglers visiting Sydenham Inlet were now safely separated from the boat launching area.”

“Built to provide access for all abilities, the fishing platform features seating and there are plans to install safety beacons and boardwalk lighting,” Mr Bull said.

For more information about how fishing licence fees are improving angling opportunities visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishinggrants.