PENN knows anglers need more than typical fishing tackle. If your boat is outfitted with all five pairs of new PENN Tools pliers, there will never be a need for MacGyver-style improvisation. There is a spring-loaded PENN plier designed for a wide range of applications. A titanium black nickel coating wrapped over 304 and 420 stainless steel gives these tools the …

“Australia now has a once in a generation opportunity to achieve this through broad-scale biological control using a naturally occurring virus that is specific to common carp.” Australian Recreational Fishing Foundation managing director Mr Allan Hansard said, “CSIRO research has shown that there is a tremendous opportunity to transform our rivers and recreational fisheries through the biological control of carp.” “Their testing …

Featuring a full-height transom in the form of the Super Pod, the 457 Rebel SC stands out from the rest. With boarding platforms formed onto the engine pod’s outer extremity, the boarding rails extending from the transom make it easy to climb aboard, as does the port-side ladder. The starboard side rear deck is fitted with a plumbed live bait tank and …

PRECISION engineering, sleek design and cutting-edge performance only begin to describe the new Revo spinning line-up from Abu Garcia. Advancements such as the Rocket Line Management System and AMGearing system on the newly designed Revo spinning reel combined with the lightweight and compact design of the family embody Abu Garcia’s commitment to excellence as well as functionality and style. Abu …

Cruise from Tin Can Bay aboard the stabilised 50ft FV Nightbeat for charters to reefs off the Fraser Coast. Air-conditioned comfort with all the modern facilities and ample space for up to eight passengers. • 2-5 day trips available • 3B, 2B & 1E surveyed • Dive and private charters Inclusions: • All meals cooked on board • Rods, tackle …

Flat Dog  Charters offer half and full day fishing in the rich, prolific blue waters off Mooloolaba. Includes all rods, bait & tackle. Departs The Wharf, Underwater World. Special events & corporate bookings welcome. For more information visit flatdogcharters.com or call 07 3275 3307.  

Welcome aboard the MV Capricorn Star 7 Day Fishing Charters to Swains Reef and beyond! Capricorn Star Reef Charters operates from Rosslyn Bay, Yeppoon, in Queensland, Australia with direct access to The Great Barrier Reef where you can enjoy one of the best fishing, diving, research, reef walking or sightseeing holidays in the world. Trips can be arranged to fish …

Rainbow Beach Fishing Charters  takes you offshore from Fraser Island, Rainbow Beach and Double Island Point. You will encounter species such as Snapper, Pearl Perch, Red Emperor, Sweetlip, Cobia, Parrot Fish and of course seasonal species such as Mackeral, Amberjack, Wahoo and others. Don’t forget the sighting of Whales May – October. Longest operating charter business in the Rainbow Beach area. With 20 years experience fishing …

AFTER almost a year under new ownership, Burleigh Heads boat dealership Marine Tune is continuing to go from strength to strength. The business specialises in affordable and high-quality locally manufactured boat brands such as Sea-Rod by Formosa, Horizon, Stessco and Yalta Craft. Other products on offer include ever-reliable Yamaha motors, Dunbier trailers and Lowrance, Raymarine and Fusion electronics. Owners David …

RECREATIONAL and commercial fishers operating in the Burdekin area have been urged to take extra care to avoid dugongs. A local commercial fisher has notified the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority after sighting up to a dozen dugongs, along with adult-sized green turtles, foraging on seagrasses off the mouth of Groper Creek, near Ayr. Operations support manager Mark Read said it …