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NEW research shows there are two genetically different snapper stocks off the Australian east coast, where it was previously believed all snapper were part of a single stock. Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries scientist Dr Jess Morgan said this was the first project to use fine-scale sampling and highly variable genetic markers to measure the number of genetically distinct …

ON a new Samaki shirt design, the mighty mulloway chases down a Samaki Vibelicious Thumper Tail amongst the pylons, with a mullet, bream and squid lurking in the shadows so as not to draw attention to themselves. The water laps around the pylons with so much detail you’ll feel as though you’re sitting atop the jetty yourself. The lightweight fabric …

It isn’t only rural and remote areas that have become infested with feral rabbits. I’ve seen them in the suburbs of Ipswich, Esk, Brisbane, Mackay, Rockhampton and Toowoomba (where they often go unnoticed because people just assume they are hares). Biological controls have been used nationwide and have proven very effective in significantly reducing the population. As impressive as the …

We got a tent that clicks onto the awning and then we took it to a trimmer to have it modified to seal around the opening of the door. This gives us a nice tent section on that side of the vehicle that opens up into the back of the canopy. This is where the kids sleep and it’s an …

Z-MAN has introduced a great grab-and-go pre-rigged option for anglers with the new Z-Man 3.5” Rigged EZ ShrimpZ. Everything eats a prawn and this realistic prawn profile comes pre-rigged with a unique jig head that locks inside the plastic, ready to fish straight out of the packet. The unique jig head is built on a quality Mustad UltraPoint hook and …

THE Mustad Micro Stainless Steel Camo Multi Plier is a do-it-all tool that will be a handy addition to any tackle kit. Featuring stainless steel construction for exceptional durability, the multi plier features a split ring plier nose backed up by a crimping tool. Further into the jaws is a cutting edge that is able to cut thin-diameter braid as …

FISHERIES Queensland has successfully prosecuted two licensed fishers in separate cases of interfering with crab pots that belonged to other commercial operators. Ingham A fisher from Ingham pleaded guilty in the Tully Magistrates’ Court to four charges of unlawfully interfering with fishing apparatus. Surveillance cameras set up by another commercial fisher photographed the defendant removing crab apparatus from the water …

A classic and easy to make omelette recipe that is so tasty you’ll want breakfast for every meal. Try serving with a dollop of good old-style tomato relish. Ingredients 2 eggs 1 rasher of bacon 1 tablespoon milk 1/2 small onion, finely diced 1 tablespoon parmesan, grated 1 tablespoon garlic chives, finely chopped 1 tablespoon cheddar, grated 1 large mushroom …

Cruise Craft has announced the appointment of Darwin’s leading marine dealer, In & Outboard Marine, as a fully-fledged Cruise Craft dealer.  For both parties, this is a ‘back-to-the-future’ appointment. Traditionally, Darwin has been accepted as a plate boat and alloy runabout market.  In the Top-End, the best fishing destinations have been very remote and located at the end of a …

SURECATCH Energy Braid offers superior strength and sensitivity in a highly visible colour for ease of use. A low diameter to breaking strain ratio allows anglers to fish lighter for more bites, yet retain the strength needed to muscle out big fish from nasty habitat. The thinness also allows for exceptional casting abilities and less drag through the water, making …