Jumpinpin and Broad-water Flathead will be an extremely popular target throughout Jumpinpin and the Broadwater during October because they are generally in good numbers and heaps of big girls are usually about. So far this flathead season, the reports are small hard-bodies such as Zerek Tango Shads have caught lots of flatties in the shallows. As the season progresses, the …
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CORAL reef fin fish will be off limits from this Saturday, October 10 as part of the first of two annual closures that protect these fish during spawning season. Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol District Manager Bob Russell said the two five-day closures coincided with the new moon when key coral reef fish species aggregate to spawn. “October and November have been found …
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It had a couple more small runs around the boat but then returned to the surface and sat there perfectly for the net shot. In a matter of seconds, a cracking 105cm jew was in the boat. We were all stoked and it was so great to have husband and wife both get a cracking jew on the same day. As far …
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Being fibreglass, canoes are quite light and their length means you can lift one end onto the car, then lift the other and slide it up on the roof racks, avoiding a dead lift of the whole thing like you have to do with most kayaks. Up until this point, I had been taking the kids out in a small …
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WITH less than four weeks remaining until all the action of the 2015 Clancy Corporation Lake Moondarra Fishing Classic commences, organiser Mount Isa Fish Stocking Group is kicking things into high gear. Requiring hundreds of hours in volunteer man power to turn what is famously crowned as Queensland’s richest freshwater fishing event into a reality, the organising committee is busily preparing everything …
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AS bowhunters, we spend a lot of time practising and perfecting our bowhunting technique, or finding stray arrows in my case. Stalking prey with bow in hand is one of mankind’s oldest traditions and it is in this situation where the true essence of bowhunting can really be felt. Like many aspects of bowhunting, stalking requires a high level of …
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IT’S evident by the increasing number of kayaks on the water that more and more people are turning to this form of fishing and recreation. Having this versatility makes the Assassin GT a bit of an all-rounder and good for either those who want to get into kayaking or hardened yakkers. Another plus for Freak Sports is the company has a …
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THE smallest in Stacer’s Assault Pro range, the 409 features all the best parts of its bigger brothers in a compact, user and budget-friendly size. The 409 Assault Pro is rated to 40hp and is easy to tow and store, measuring in at 5.2m on its trailer. Stacer national account manager Drew Jackson said the Assault Pro range offered the complete …
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MORE and more boat owners across Australia are moving to Mercury FourStroke technology – and now there are literally hundreds of additional reasons to make the switch. For a limited time, participating Mercury dealers are offering up to $700 off FourStroke engines from 2.5-75hp. Boat lovers can now enjoy the many benefits of world-class, leading-edge technology at even more affordable prices. Better …
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THE designers from BlackWolf are well versed in the art of adventure on all levels, from the smallest expedition to the longest journey. But if you’re travelling alone or don’t want to share, you can zip up the sides and instantly transform it into a roomy single-sized sleeping bag fit for a king. Made with super-tough TC canvas, the BYOQ …
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