The book contains detailed information on how to set up an echo sounder and how to adjust the settings, including frequency selection, bottom lock, bottom zoom, bottom follower, white line function and time variable gain. Illustrations and underwater acoustic images are provided throughout the book to assist the reader in learning and applying the information from this book to real …

When stationary, the lure hangs almost vertically, ensuring speedsters that attack the back end of a bait such as mackerel will still find a contact point, with strong trebles hanging from the rear and halfway points of the lure. This almost vertical stationary position also ensures fish targeting prey just under the surface will readily find the lure. The hanging angle …

The committee also thanks the four young SES Cadets from Biggenden for their help on the weekend. A new fish cleaning table was generously supplied by Evolution Mining and put to use by many cleaning their catch.

FRIDAY, October 16 marks the opening of nominations for Queensland’s richest freshwater fishing competition the 2015 Clancy Corporation Lake Moondarra Fishing Classic. To be hosted at Mount Isa’s picturesque Lake Moondarra just 15 kilometres outside of the iconic mining city’s CBD the annual Fishing Classic is tipped to attract in excess of 500 competitors and thousands of spectators over its …

Trion rods feature technique-specific actions developed for Australian fish and conditions. The actions and performance of the Trion series are achieved through a combination of high-modulus carbon blank material and quality Fuji guides and reel seat delivering crisp and reliable performance in every fishing situation. Trions now includes Fuji K Alconite guides and a new Hybra-Cork handle design that provides …

The Viper’s large, rubberised elements can cushion a blow and fit comfortably on your face through the most active days, and the unique side lenses assure you’re seeing nothing but crisp, clear BluBlocker vision. Ultra-light nylon construction provides superior comfort and durability and the hinges are thick and durable. The nose pads are rubberised, with little air holes for a …

A REMINDER that all species of tropical rocklobster are off limits to fishers from midnight, October 1, 2015 until midnight, December 31, 2015 in Queensland tidal waters. Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol district manager Bob Russell said the closure was vital to protect tropical rocklobster during their spawning season. “Closed seasons or regulated waters prevent people from fishing at certain times of the year to protect …

The Indonesian and Australian Governments yesterday signed a Joint Communiqué to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and to promote sustainable fisheries governance across the region. The agreement was officially signed by Australian Agriculture and Water Resources Minister Barnaby Joyce and Indonesian Fisheries Minister Susi Pudjiastuti, in Indonesia yesterday. Speaking from Indonesia, Minister Joyce said the agreement deepened an already strong …

A sometimes unknown fact about one of outback Queensland’s most iconic annual events, the Lake Moondarra Fishing Classic, is it’s 100 percent a fundraising activity organised by a volunteer community organisation… an impressive undertaking considering its size and reputation. Also a ritual for many locals, the Moondarra Fishing Classic is a true community affair. Co-event manager George Fortune said: “Further …

CORAL reef fin fish will be off limits from this Saturday, October 10 as part of the first of two annual closures that protect these fish during spawning season. Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol District Manager Bob Russell said the two five-day closures coincided with the new moon when key coral reef fish species aggregate to spawn. “October and November have been found …