Atomic Linez Braid is an eight-strand Dyneema fibre braid with excellent line and knot strength. Atomic use tightly woven fibres delivering a braided line that is smooth, supple and highly abrasion resistant. Atomic’s proprietary smooth-cast finish allows the line to glide through the guides on a cast, but also run effortlessly under tension when loaded up, while minimising guide noise. …

You quite rightly are very selective about the boat you buy and similarly, marine insurers are somewhat selective about the boats they insure. Which is a two-way relationship not always well understood, and occasionally it can lead to knockbacks that are also not well understood. Sometimes you will see social media posts making adverse comments about particular companies in relation …

Inshore/Offshore fishing The inshore reefs have been fishing well with plenty of quality sized grunter being caught on 5inch jerk shads rigged on a 1/2oz 5/0 jig head. 20gram soft vibes like the Samaki Vibelicious have also worked a treat! If bait fishing is more your thing try using fresh prawns and squid with also a few small snapper showing …

Built with a new blank structure on Toray T1100 carbon material, the Heartcore series is the newest series in the Bone line-up. The series features a unique blank action that is super robust and ultra-light in weight. The series uses an improved blank rolling process with multiple layer wrappings on each roll from the butt to the tip. This creates …

Daiwa’s new range of D-Box tackle trays has been designed and developed to produce a cohesive range of purpose-built storage, perfectly suited to the modern angler. Available in a range of sizes and depths, Daiwa’s D-Box range is made from recycled polypropylene – a low-impact material that delivers no toxic waste, no emissions, no fluorocarbons and no halogens in its …

Crabbing is one of Queenslander’s favourite pastimes, but do you know the rules? There are restrictions in place to protect mud, blue swimmer, spanner and three-spotted crabs from overcollection. Here’s a rundown: Mud crab: – Size limit: 15cm minimum – Possession limit: 7 per person/14 per boat (with 2 or more people on board) – Female mud crabs must be …

The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) has welcomed the release of the ABARE National Social and Economic Survey of Recreational Fishers 2018-2021. After considering the report, AFTA President, Michael Starkey said: “This Survey is a critical tool in shaping the future direction of recreational fishing nationally and, as importantly, the recreational fishing industry whether at the retail, wholesale, manufacturer or …

White Spot has been detected at a prawn facility in northern NSW and confirmed by NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) and Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) tests. NSW DPI has stood up an emergency response Incident Management Team. The team is working to determine the source of the outbreak and to complete surveillance activities. On 16 February 2023, …

It’s often a common debate among families that have finally decided to purchase a boat – which one to get? Opinions usually differ greatly, someone may want a fishing machine with a big casting deck and plenty of space for gear, while someone else may want something on the more luxurious side with cushions and lounge areas. And the kids …

With the impoundment barra season in full swing, now is the time to get your hands on the Steez Current Master 93SP-DR. Designed in partnership with Japanese engineers and tuned to suit the needs of Australian anglers and to handle the rigours of hard-pulling Australia species, the Steez Current Master is one of the must-have jerkbaits for keen barra anglers. …