Fishing in Australia is something of a national pastime. While the country’s passion for all outdoor activities in undiminished in recent years – the amount of precipitation certainly is – at least in the southern and western states. This lower rainfall has had an impact on freshwater fishing in both available locations and stock levels. However, salt water fishing both from pier and boat is still extremely popular in recent times. The overall sale of fishing licenses continues to rise in Australia and the revenue generated is put back into water projects. These water projects are designed to ensure the waterways for future generations to use and enjoy – and of course – to fish.