Fish Species Guide

Hi everyone, August is known as the month of the westerly wind, which isn’t too bad for fishing in the Gold Coast Broadwater and beaches because there are areas that provide good shelter. This is the month I fish a lot in the area from the Seaway to Sovereign Islands. I often call it ‘calm water reef fishing’ as there …

Yellowfin Plate Boats is taking its range to the next level with their new Extended Cabin models, challenging the fishing industry with new innovative designs and boat upgrades. Yellowfin Plate Boats have recently expanded their dealer network and are now available at a new dealership located on the southeast coast of Queensland at Gold Coast Boating Centre. Gold Coast Boating …

The Z-Man 5” Scented Jerk ShadZ are a classic split-tail jerkbait profile that is salt-impregnated and infused with 100 percent natural scent, derived from real baitfish, to attract fish and trigger strikes. This is a versatile profile that can be fished at speed, hopped slowly or twitched erratically to imitate an injured baitfish. They are a favourite for flathead, mulloway …

Get your fishing information from the NSW DPIRD FishSmart App or website! Fisheries Officers patrolling the Riverina area, have intercepted two fishers involved in a series of offences involving the unlawful take and possession of Murray crayfish. Two fishers were inspected by NSW DPIRD Fisheries Officers on the Murray River more than 20 km beyond the boundary of where Murray …

The Moreton Island Fishing Classic made a huge come back last year after a three-year COVID-induced break. The 2023 four-day fishing classic also included a ladies casting event on the Thursday and a junior angler education day for the younger anglers. The classic now promises education as well as excitement and adventure. The competition is run under Fisheries Queensland laws …

Talavera Type J series rods are the pinnacle in jigging rod engineering for anglers seeking heightened performance across diverse fishing scenarios. Meticulously crafted, these rods are tailored for an array of species, from bottom-dwelling fish to swift pelagic, promising an unparalleled fishing experience. Engineered to synchronise seamlessly with a typical speed-jigging tempo, the Talavera Type J rods boast rapid loading …

Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation, recently introduced the 8hp and 9.9hp EFI FourStroke and 9.9hp EFI ProKicker outboard engines. These new outboards feature an advanced Mercury electronic fuel injection system designed to provide boaters, fishing enthusiasts and pro anglers with easy starts and efficient performance. Demand for EFI technology is growing due to the benefits it offers over …

G’day everyone, this month will be all about a recent camping trip I did with a few of friends and family on Moreton Island. We headed over on June 7 for 10 days of four-wheel-driving, fishing and drinking around a fire. Once we’d gotten off the barge, we were greeted with a strong 15-20 knot westerly that made it cold …

Embracing a full carbon concept, the Okuma ITX CB spinning reel is the perfect balance of lightweight design and robust construction, resulting in unrivalled performance. This JDM model takes the popular and proven ITX to another level, making it even lighter, smoother and more powerful. A solid foundation is laid with the lightweight and rigid C-40X carbon construction and torsion …

The Minns Government has announced a new $2 million recreational fishing small infrastructure grants program, as well as the largest ever survey of NSW recreational fishing licence holders. The grants program is part of the Government’s plan to ensure more of the licence fees collected from recreational fishers is invested back into the small infrastructure that makes fishing accessible, safe …