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Free crab escape vents offered

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Fishers who support research by reporting tagged mud crabs in Queensland can get their claws on free escape vents. The reports will help researchers track the spawning migration of female mud crabs and learn more about the species. Department of Agriculture and Fisheries principal scientist Dr Julie Robins said the research would help ensure Queensland mud crab fisheries remained sustainable. …

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Moura Muddy Water Classic Fishing Competition Wrap-up

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Moura Fish Stocking Group hold its annual Muddy Water Classic Fishing Competition at the Dawson River over Easter and it’s always a great event. The MFSG put on a fantastic comp, with good food, the ever-popular ice cream and coffee van, the bar and, on the Friday night, Apex set up an outdoor movie screen – though it was rained …

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Gearing up to travel Oz

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After heaps of preparation and planning, the time has finally come for my wife Kristy, our two daughters Zahlee and Lyla and I to hit the road. Travel Fair to say, the excitement levels are high as we take leave for eight months to travel Australia towing a 17’ Jayco Starcraft behind our Ford Ranger. Our journey will take us …

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Z-Man Finesse FrogZ

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Z-Man’s bite-size 2.75” Finesse FrogZ features a realistic frog profile and twin paddle feet that create noise, water movement and a bubble trail that predators can’t resist. Rig it for surface fishing on a TT Lures 2/0 ChinlockZ or ChinlockZ Finesse hook, hold the rod tip up and wind the Finesse FrogZ until you hit the magic speed where the …

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Mini lap adventures continue

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After spending a little more time in Victoria than we’d originally planned, we needed to adjust our travels slightly in South Australia. The reasoning behind this was that we didn’t want to cut short our time in Western Australia, as it’s the farthest away and the biggest state. Another reason was that the weather had been less than favourable while …

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Teaching the next generation about fishing

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This month, we’ve been lucky enough to sneak a few days out on the water and seeing a few fathers with their kids has been a good thing.  teach The catalyst for getting the young anglers on the water was to firstly see if they enjoyed fishing from a boat. So, the dads are coming out to learn a bit …

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New Quintrex Freestyler X to redefine Australian boating

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc is proud to announce the launch of its ground-breaking product range, as the Freestyler X becomes the latest addition to the industry-leading Quintrex lineup. Backed by over 75 years of industry expertise, the all-new design will make waves in boating – redefining the experience with an enhanced interior and stern to bow layout, only made possible …

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SCIBS 2023 tickets on sale now

Clear the decks and prepare yourself for all the boating action you can handle. Tickets are now on sale for the 2023 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show from May 25-28 at the stunning waterfront location of Sanctuary Cove on the Gold Coast. There’s so much going on at SCIBS 2023, you’ll almost need a jet ski to keep up. Exhibitor …

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Atomic Jigging Bag

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With four models to choose from, the Atomic range of jigging bags offers something for every angler. Jigging Bag Folding A two-sided mesh jig bag with four separate jig pockets. Designed for all jigs and accessories, the bag is made from waterproof material. This wallet offers fast access to your jigs and can be hosed out at the end of …

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NSW South Coast dusky flathead stocking

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Dusky flathead stocks in three popular NSW South Coast estuary systems have received a significant boost following the recent release of more than 50,000 flattie fingerlings! Over recent weeks 27,900 dusky fingerlings have been released into St Georges Basin, 12,900 into Burrill Lake and 11,450 into Lake Conjola – bringing the total number of flatties released by NSW DPI this …

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