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Broome’s Port Drive Marine part of the Mercury team

Port Drive Marine Broome WA Mercury

LONG known as a fishing paradise, Broome sounds like a great place to have a boat business. “There are a lot of boats up here. In fact, most people have two!” said Nelson Jeffs, co-owner of Port Drive Marine which opened its doors just six months ago.” The workshop is flat out and we’re looking at hiring another mechanic to …

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Reduced speed limit to remain while Lake Tinaroo hazards surveyed

Lake Tinaroo

SUNWATER is reminding users of Lake Tinaroo that reduced speed limits are still in effect across most of the lake due to underwater hazards exacerbated by recent unauthorised tree clearing. While the water level of the lake has risen in recent weeks, there are concerns around an increase in submerged hazards that have the potential to pose a serious risk …

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Great prizes the lure for 2018 SCIBS ‘Fly Scoot’ Bream Shoot Out

scibs fly scoot bream shoot out

In 2018, SCIBS is celebrating its 30th anniversary milestone event, and to celebrate, Burty said the prize pool for this year’s fishing tournament is significant, thanks to the generosity of major sponsors, Scoot Airlines and Shimano. First prize will see the winning team reel in return flights to Thailand flying Scoot Airlines departing from any major city in Australia and …

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Devices help breathe life into the Mackay Gooseponds

mackay gooseponds

THE fish in Mackay’s Gooseponds will be able to breathe a little easier thanks to the help of some innovative new equipment. On Tuesday, May 15, council will install three different devices to improve oxygenation of the upper pool of the Gooseponds. Development Services director Gerard Carlyon said the work would reduce the number of fish kills that had been …

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Drop a line and register for working bee this Saturday

working bee kinchant

MACKAY Regional Council is carrying out some fishy business at Kinchant Dam. In an effort to improve fishing at the popular recreational spot, council and the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries have joined forces to install devices that will help aggregate fish within the impoundment and attract more anglers to Kinchant Dam. Council has been gathering materials to create the …

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Easter ecstasy at Levuka 4×4 Park

milk carton levuka 4x4 park

Usual quiet sounds of the bush and birds chirping away were mixed with the squeals of young children enjoying Easter egg hunts all around. This day was extra special for me, as my mother was going to come four-wheel-driving with me. This day had a five-year build-up.I have spent an extraordinarily large amount of time trying to convince my mother …

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New Samurai Premium blanks

samurai premium rod blanks

THE raw materials for Samurai rod blanks are sourced from only high-quality graphite suppliers, with each batch tested to ensure it meets Samurai’s exacting standards. Each blank is cut, rolled and baked to a precise Samurai recipe to ensure the rod produced is of the best quality with an action that suits its intended purpose.Samurai’s focus is solely on creating …

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Wind blowing but spanish mackerel around on Sunny Coast

big spanish mackerel sunshine coast

With the wind due to pick up on the weekend many anglers headed out last Friday and early Saturday to take advantage of the better conditions, plenty of angler headed for North reef with some great fish on offer. Cobia, spotty mackerel, spanish mackerel and tuna all hit the decks. Fishing with balloons has become popular for setting live baits …

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Large female fish vital to successful fisheries

large female flathead

AN international study led by Monash marine ecologists has found that large fish are much more important to feeding the planet than previously thought. The new research, published in the prestigious journal ‘Science’, has major implications for how fisheries are managed and the value placed on marine protected areas. Most theories on how reproductive output increases with body size assume …

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Fish and crabs still on offer on Gold Coast

fish crabs still gold coast

The May Day long weekend on the Gold Coast was a bit of a windy and wet weekend at times. We did see the wind ease a bit on Monday but some showers moved in for the start of the week. Customers still had a good break and managed to catch some nice fish and crabs. The Coomera River is …

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