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IT’S been a long wait but spring is finally here. You can start to box up the winter warmers and put away the heaters. Overall, I would call this winter a mild one. We didn’t see too many awful cold days in the low single digits. That probably means we are in for one hell of a hot summer. So …

AT the end of my last article I mentioned I have been doing as much offshore fishing as I possibly can, and it’s safe to say I have become addicted to this awesome fishery right on our doorstep. I have been focusing the majority of my efforts on targeting big Brisbane snapper, but I have been picking away at a …

ATTENTION all southside Quintrex fans! Brisbane Quintrex is opening soon at Loganholme on the southside of Brisbane.  At the Show, the dealership will be offering a sneak peek of the massive display on the highway at Loganholme. Brisbane’s newest Quintrex dealer will offer the newest range of Quintrex models and Evinrude outboards. Dealership owner Aaron Goodchild said on display at …

The iconic freshwater cod species Murray cod and Mary River cod will be off-limits to fishers during a closed season from September 1 to November 30, 2018. Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol District Officer Coby Walker said the annual closure which allows the species to reproduce during spawning season was important for maintaining sustainable fish stocks. “The closed season for …

THE Queensland Government has announced the appointment of the new Moreton Bay Working Group under the landmark Sustainable Fisheries Strategy. Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner welcomed the appointed members who will provide advice to the government and work to ensure Moreton Bay remains a world-class fishery. “The working group’s priority will be to advise on fishing …

KAREE Marine will be at the Show on Stand 217 with a range of aluminium Stessco boats including several side consoles such as the ever-popular Renegade models from 4.4m up to the Gulf Runner 550. Numerous Stessco runabouts and bowriders will also be on display. New Zealand-made McLay plate boats will be on the stand too, including the 591 Sportsman …

THIS year for the Brisbane Boat Show you will receive a 10-year warranty with every boat, motor and trailer package bought from Caloundra Marine. It doesn’t matter if you’re going for a quick picnic or a trip out deep-sea fishing, having peace of mind your boat and motor will get you there and back safely is something we all think …

AN exciting array of new-release outboards and show-stopping boats from The Haines Group brands will be on display at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre this year. From Haines Signature Boats, we’ll be debuting a brand-new model that will surely turn heads at the show. While we’re keeping the details under wraps, you won’t want to miss seeing this awesome …

IN 2017 Savwinch introduced the world’s first and only complete 316 stainless steel winch, the SSS range! Like the SS winches, these are fully sealed 316 stainless steel motors that also feature a full 316 stainless steel gearbox. Our SSS winches are the Rolls-Royce of winches – you cannot find anything better. Savwinch is proud to have the world’s first …

WYNNUM Marine will be showcasing the entire range of Cruise Craft boats including the official Queensland release of the all-new F360M – a 6.35m centre console. On display will be everything from the Explorer 530 through to the flagship Explorer 685 Hardtop. The show will also see the official release of the first-ever (in 72 years) production centre console from …