Fish Species Guide

“My mechanic has raved about Mercury engines for years and it turns out he’s right!” For Matt, the Mercury Verado brings a lot to the party. “There’s the power steering and the low vibration, which makes a trip so much more pleasant, and the supercharger is amazing – there’s real power all across the throttle range with no lag.” When …

I worked my way back to camp just after dark using a topwater approach but failed to entice any further interest. The others didn’t have any luck in the afternoon session but we were all keen to chase them early the next morning. Everyone was up and on the water pre-dawn the next morning. We were keen to make the …

I have seen so many different versions – some involving tying spider web-like setups around your fingers to hold the braid steady. I’ve found instead of placing the braid in your mouth to hold it, simply tie a hook onto the braid and hook it to your shirt pocket. The most important part of tying this knot is keeping steady …

The Raymarine Axiom family of MFDs feature lifelike imagery behind Raymarine’s exclusive RealVision 3D for superior underwater fish and structure identification. The new rugged, all-glass touch screens are available in 7-, 9-, and 12-inch display sizes and come pre-installed with Raymarine’s new LightHouse 3 operating system. Combined with Axiom’s fast quad core processor, LightHouse 3 delivers an intuitive and powerful …

DEVELOPERS and government agencies now have access to updated maps of Queensland waterways, which determine their importance for the passage of fish. Fisheries Queensland biologist Ian Draper said revised Queensland Waterways for Waterway Barrier Works data has been released and is available free online. “This mapping product categorises all rivers, streams and waterways through Queensland and ranks their importance for …

COAST Guard Redcliffe ’s primary rescue vessel is back in the water and keeping people safe in and around Moreton Bay, with a pair of brand-new Mercury 300hp Verados providing the power. The boat, a 9.8m Kevlacat best known as RSL Redcliffe, is in great shape having undergone a $200,000 refresh that included an upgrade to its vital communication equipment, a …

INTRODUCING the new Mustad range of precision-made, high-quality stainless steel ball bearing swivels. Designed to last, nothing escapes because these swivels are world leaders in terms of start-up inertia and ease of movement. Made of the strongest stainless steel possible in a factory owned by Mustad to ensure the strictest quality control, these swivels are assembled with surgical precision and …

FOLLOWING the biggest Gold Coast Flathead Classic on record in 2016, with 588 competitors and 240 teams, 2017 Flathead Classic  is set to be even bigger and better as the event celebrates its 24th year. The Flathead Classic organisers will continue to bring you one of the best fishing competitions in Australia. During 2016, over $250,000 in prizes was given away …

Pineapple will never be the same after you try this hot BBQ roast pineapple dessert with your favourite ice cream. Ingredients Whole pineapple Zest of 2 limes Juice of 2 limes 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup salted pistachio nuts 1 bunch mint leaves, finely chopped Butterscotch sauce 1 cup caster sugar 250ml thickened cream 75g unsalted butter 2 tbsp …