Volunteers from Marine Rescue Port Macquarie were tasked by Marine Area Command slightly after 6pm on Wednesday July 19 to assist with a multi-agency search for a fisher who was swept off rocks near Tacking Point. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Rodney Page said crews were deployed on board Port Macquarie 30 and Port Macquarie 21. “Marine Rescue volunteers conducted a …

Inshore fishing For the lucky few that have been able to get out the front for a fish off the rocks they have been rewarded with plenty of school mackerel caught on metal lures ranging in size from 20g to 50g options. There has also been a few reports of spanish mackerel hanging around the inshore reefs like the 2 mile …

The past week has been quiet with not much activity to report. The conditions were less than ideal, leading to a few unproductive days for those who ventured out in hopes of a good catch. This quiet run will hopefully be disrupted by the upcoming full moon next Tuesday. The full moon phase is often associated with increased fish activity …

Yakima – the innovative manufacturer of cargo and gear management solutions – announces the release of the all-new aerodynamic StreamLine integrated roof rack system. Designed from the ground up and created from decades of experience, StreamLine delivers Yakima’s most advanced and toughest roof rack system ever. A comprehensive system designed and built to accommodate multiple vehicle types, StreamLine combines advanced …

Designed to withstand the rigours of offshore angling, BG Bluewater combines the pedigree and performance of the famous BG name with stunning value, to deliver anglers a rod series that ticks plenty of boxes yet won’t break the bank. Featuring unidirectional wrapped, graphite-fibreglass construction, BG Bluewater blanks are incredibly resilient, have an unwavering backbone and the power to lift and …

Samaki 100 percent fluorocarbon leader has a high refractive index that makes it practically invisible underwater to all predators – particularly important with heavier leaders to aid in an increased strike rate. Samaki 100 percent fluorocarbon is manufactured in Japan using a triple resin process, making it the ultimate in abrasion resistance. Ideal for trolling, jigging, popping or live baiting. …

This month it’s about one thing! Well, a few things but one species… cobia. This hard fighting, great eating and quite often very frustrating target is one of my favourite fish to enjoy on the inshore reefs over winter. So, with that said, let’s get stuck into a few frequently asked questions and basics to get you out on the …

Rays are common around fish cleaning tables and play an important role as scavengers. DPI discourages fishers from deliberately targeting rays or interacting with them at boat ramps and cleaning table areas due to their local significance and ecological value. They are wild animals and with any wildlife it is important to act responsibly around them and treat them with …

The Queensland Government has undertaken a review of the zoning plan for the Great Sandy Marine Park. Each marine park has a zoning plan that outlines the rules to manage the multiple activities that occur within each park and defines the locations of different zones, which in turn provide for different levels of protection and use. The Great Sandy Marine …

Queensland’s major trading ports will be hosting some of the world’s most powerful warships over the coming weeks with Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) playing a key support role in this year’s Exercise Talisman Sabre. Regional Harbour Masters in Brisbane, Gladstone, Townsville and Cairns are preparing to navigate the safe arrival and departure of vessels taking part in the biennial multinational …