WITH so much to do at Lake Somerset and surrounds, sometimes the hardest thing can be deciding what to do. Here are five top activities to undertake while visiting the picturesque lake, which is about an hour’s drive northwest of Brisbane. 1. Fishing You can’t mention Lake Somerset and not think of fishing. The dam has a reputation for holding some …

A QUEENSLAND Boating and Fisheries Patrol operation across central Queensland targeting a family syndicate profiting from unlawful fishing activities resulted in successful prosecutions. QBFP district manager Greg Bowness said three men from one family had been prosecuted as a result of the fisheries operation, resulting in fines of $28,500 and the forfeiture of a large number of seized items. “This is …

AUSTRALIA’S leading fibreglass boat manufacturer Cruise Craft has announced the appointment of Broadwater Boating as the authorised Cruise Craft dealer to the Gold Coast and NSW Northern Rivers. Dealership principal Paul Banning is justifiably buoyant about securing the Cruise Craft agency. Adding Cruise Craft to the Broadwater Boating brands which includes Quintrex and Yamaha confirms that this is a quality marine …

A RECREATIONAL crabber fined $10,000 and convicted of fishing offences had his fishing boat, motor and trailer confiscated after pleading guilty to numerous fishing offences in the Ayr Magistrates’ Court recently. Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol district officer Robert Ibell said the penalties should serve as deterrence to the wider community. “In handing down the penalty, the magistrate stated that fishing …

THE biggest-ever Gold Coast International Marine Expo will this year take the Australian boat show experience to inspiring new levels, with almost 50 berths so far booked for instant sea trials and a fun-filled family program across four fantastic days. The on-water tests of current-model boats and engines will involve world-leading international and Australian brands including Mercury, Bluefin, Baysport, Yamaha, …

The lamps are tested after the sealing process and cables are also sealed at the entry point of the lamp to ensure optimal underwater performance. Despite this superior engineering, during the installation process Narva recommends avoiding cable joins near the lamp or in any other position where they are likely to come in contact with water. To help facilitate this, …

Other popular and locally manufactured brands stocked by the marine dealership include Stessco and Horizon as well as the economical and durable Yalta Craft range of fibreglass boats, catering to the family runabout market. Marine Tune is one of Yamaha’s leading national dealers and the team has the experience and knowledge to guide customers who are looking for the best …

MOST measuring tapes are large and cumbersome, but the Zerek Marsh Slider Measuring Tape is not. It’s a pocket-sized measuring tape that will go anywhere and fit anywhere, giving all anglers the chance to measure their fish in any situation. Constructed using durable PVC and with large numbers for easy reading, the tape measures fish up to 120cm long and …

DESIGNED to stop the curse of low hook-up rates, the Megabass Popping Duck is equipped with rotating swivels for both front and rear hooks. Another unique factor is its action, creating a solid popping sound with minimal moving distance, allowing the angler to stay in the strike zone and target specific fish. This exciting new popper is available in six …

A RECENT Queensland Weekender episode ‘Broadwater fishing adventure’ featured our January cover image. On the cover of Bush ‘n Beach in January was Samantha O’Brien with a 40cm-plus whiting taken while filming the Queensland Weekender episode and fishing with Brett from Coomera Houseboat Holidays. Fishing the Pimpama River, it didn’t take long for local guru Brett to put the team onto the fish, with …