Fishing

Well, here we are in January and the pelagic species have been firing on the local reefs. With spotted mackerel coming down in big numbers, the larger models are always the first to show up. And with the average-sized spotty being above 80cm in length, any fisho would be over the moon. With a solid week of southerly wind and …

G’day crew and hello January, you gorgeous humid sticky month you. I did say to my wife this time last year that we should just leave the tree up because it would be Christmas before we knew it – but it’s 2025, already! Last year flew by so quickly, now it’s time to bring on the new one. So, with …

Well, summer is definitely here, and things have heated up dramatically, with consistently warmer temperatures. And of course, the water temperature has warmed up as well. weather So, with this, I have noticed that fishing the flats and shallows has not been producing at all. What this means to me is, the fish that would usually inhabit these areas have …

Inshore/Offshore Fishing This last week has finally seen some good periods of weather which has enabled plenty of people to head out into the blue after what has felt like months of strong winds. This time of year the sharks are usually quite savage and at the moment this is certainly the case. The majority of anglers who headed out …

The warm weather is upon us and for a lot of anglers this signals the heating up of the Australian bass bite, along with quality by-catch species including golden perch and saratoga. For many, the holiday period also creates the opportunity to explore new waterways, the chance to target bass for the first time or perhaps land a new personal …

I think we sometimes forget how lucky we are to live in a country such as Australia. If ever I needed a reminder, I certainly got it when I made my way to Tiwi Island Retreat, nestled on the remote Bathurst Island off the Northern Territory. This place is adventure central, and I was lucky enough to work on a …

Nestled in the heart of central Queensland, Lake Awoonga is a destination that promises something for everyone – from avid anglers to nature lovers and everyone in between. Known for its bountiful barramundi fishing and stunning landscapes, this serene spot is a must-visit for anyone seeking a blend of relaxation and adventure. A recreation paradise A stone’s throw from Gladstone …

Well, it’s December already… time has absolutely flown by. For me, this year has definitely been one of the toughest, particularly when it comes to weather and health issues. We haven’t been able to put in a lot of time on the water at all. One thing I will say is, bring on next year – hopefully it will be …

At the start of September, I came up with a plan to try getting my son Luke onto his first barramundi or mangrove jack. His tenth birthday was in the middle of September, so I organised a plane flight for the two of us to fly to Townsville. My father lives in this coastal city and my brother Chris was …

Good weather saw the Tilbury family head out in Lady Bird for a couple of nights over a full moon during the September school holidays. Leaving Manly boat ramp late on Friday afternoon, they pulled up at the swim enclosure beach at Dunwich, anchored and walked up to the Straddie Brewing Co for a pizza and a couple of quiet …