The Awabakal people fished the waters of Ironbark Creek and the Hunter River for thousands of years. The Mangroves are a wonderful nursery for young fish to grow.
Ironbark Creek is a tidal creek so changes depending on the tides and the amount of fresh water coming in from Hexham Swamp after rain.
This all ability fishing platform was designed and constructed by volunteers from the Hunter Wetlands Centre. It was funded by NSW Fisheries (DPI) Recreational Fishing Trusts Fund and supported by the Australian National Sportfishing Association (ANSA NSW).
Sometimes, mullet can be seen jumping from the water.
Can you spot any today?
The lower Hunter is defined by the Hunter River and its tributaries.
HWCA is very much part of the lower Hunter River complex.
Water from the HWCA and adjoining areas flows through the wetlands into Ironbark Creek and on into the Hunter river.
Salty tidal waters flow up into Ironbark Creek and seep into the surrounding wetlands.
Flood waters flow through the wetlands and into Ironbark Creek.
These water ways have been important for thousands of years as a source of food; a system of transport; a provider of resources; and an environmental manager.
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