Artefacts found at Rooneys Bridge were uncovered recently while TMR were upgrading the bridge in Railway Estate, Townsville! Rooneys Bridge is a crucial link between Townsville’s central business district and southern suburbs. It was built back to 1953—but we weren’t expecting to uncover a historic find like this one! Artefacts found were steam engines that used to power the cranes …

Fisheries Officers in the state’s west have been busy protecting Murray Cod as their annual breeding season approaches. Four men and one woman have been apprehended at Euston on the Murray River for offences relating to being in possession of Murray Cod greater than the 75cm upper limit. One of the fish was found to be hidden under the flooring …

BUNDABERG INSHORE this week Last weekend and this week have seen great numbers of mackerel caught in close on a range of different lures and bait. Trolling large garfish, pike or tailor has been the best way to target the bigger fish, with the old saying ‘big bait big fish’ working a treat. Trolling deep diving lures such as the …

New moon rising With the new moon on Saturday night, there was certainly something in the air. This time it was more for the surf anglers than those who ventured offshore. Offshore had some solid southeast swell rolling around, making things a bit rocky for those in smaller craft. Out wide, currents were against the wind, making sitting on anchor …

Hi everyone, hope you are all having a nice week. As we say goodbye to winter and transition into springtime, we have seen a few showers hanging around the Tweed and Gold coasts this week. At the time of writing my report, the weather was looking wild for the weekend ahead, with close to gale-force winds coming from the south …

IT’S only up from here – Stacer sets its sights on an exciting future as it releases an updated fleet of boats. Redefining customer expectations with a next-to-none product offering, the brand raises the bar for all Australian boaties. Launching a newly updated fleet of boats, Stacer again showcases why it has fondly become one of Australia’s leading boat brands …

THE McArthy Buzz N Frog will be a massive hit with anglers chasing the ultimate buzz – big bad impoundment barramundi on surface! Rigged with a weighted worm hook, the Buzz N Frog becomes a deadly barra lure that can be fished on the surface or slightly below. Designed to be fished in heavy cover such as weed mats, reed …

THE Kurrimine Beach Fishing Club is located at a small seaside town on the beautiful far north Queensland coast. The warm tropical waters of Kurrimine Beach are always teeming with fish of every variety. From the flathead and whiting that kids love to catch on the beach, along with a kaleidoscope of pelagic fish, to the barramundi that keen fishers …

TOYOTA Australia has announced a significant performance and capability upgrade for the HiLux Rogue 4×4 flagship pick-up, which will be enhanced with a wider track and updated suspension package in the fourth quarter of 2022. The new dual-cab HiLux Rogue boasts a track increase of approximately 140mm in the front and rear, while the vehicle’s ride height has also been …

AS part of its newly released trailer tips series, trailer powerhouse Move Boat Trailers looks to debunk trailer maintenance and to simplify the process for all boaters. As the power beneath all vessels while on the road, trailer maintenance is as important as maintaining your boat. A good quality well looked after trailer ensures your prized possession is as safe …