The state’s peak seafood industry body has called on state government to halt its imminent drastic cuts to spanish mackerel catches for professional, charter and recreational fishers. This follows the release of a draft independent scientific report questioning the fisheries department figures behind the planned catch cuts and saying the figures should not be used for management decisions. Queensland Seafood …

Welcome to this week’s fishing report. We’re keeping things short and sweet this week as we’re away at the AFTA Tackle Show on the Gold Coast. But don’t worry, we’ve still got plenty of updates, recommendations and news for you. Offshore It’s been a fantastic week offshore. Glen from Deep End Fishing Charters reported catches of amberjack, cobia, trevally, tuskfish …

Inshore fishing The inshore reefs have been producing plenty of action over the past week with the spanish mackerel and grunter being the standout captures. The spanish have been hanging out on most of the inshore reefs with the Artificial off the Elliot being one of the hot spots. Trolling gar and hard-body lures around the wrecks looking for the …

Operation Symbion saw 13 inland and coastal Fisheries Officers undertake targeted patrols of the Murray and Murrumbidgee Rivers over the opening weekend of the murray crayfish season and King’s birthday long weekend. For large inland operations like these, coastal officers often provide additional assistance, particularly those in the first year fisheries officer program, as these operations provide important professional development …

On Tuesday, a UNESCO heritage committee stopped short of listing the Great Barrier Reef as a site that is “in danger” but warned the world’s biggest coral reef ecosystem remained under “serious threat” from pollution and the warming of oceans. Australia has been lobbying for years to keep the reef  – which contributes about $6 billion to the economy and …

Mercury Marine will further underline its market leadership in electric propulsion with an exclusive first look at Avator 20e and 35e engines – the most powerful electric outboards on the market – as part of a huge array of new Mercury product on display and on demonstration at the upcoming Sydney International Boat Show. Mercury will be back on Darling …

After driving by Wynnum Marine several times and noticing a new catamaran-style boat painted in aqua – my daughter’s favourite colour – I was pleased to receive a call from Johnny Milton asking if I wanted to test said boat. The answer was a resounding yes, so plans were made to meet Brent at the Manly Harbour boat ramp and …

The Okuma Serrano baitcast reel is built to stand out from the crowd, with its striking aesthetics and traction-grip technology handle knobs – developed for all-day fishing comfort. These handles are attached to a stylish double paddle 95mm swept handle arm and a compact body, which is built around a 33.5mm machined aluminium black anodised spool. Other features include a …

The Green Beacon Brewing Co and Wynnum Marine Moreton Bay Fishing Classic boasts over $100,000 in cash and prizes, including a $20,000 boat, motor and trailer package, thanks to Wynnum Marine. The newly refurbished Manly Harbour Boat Club hosts the competition as Moreton Bay transforms into the ultimate fishing playground this August. Join us from Friday to Sunday August 18-27 …

The Rainbow Beach Family Fishing Classic held on June 11-17 proved to be a sensational week of fishing, fun and family entertainment. With over $200,000 worth of prizes generously provided by 46 sponsors, the event attracted record-breaking crowds and showcased the exceptional fishing opportunities of the region. The highly anticipated annual competition did not disappoint, leaving participants and spectators thrilled …