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If we want the old saying of ‘there’s plenty of fish in the sea’ to remain true, then saltmarsh restoration is a key issue that needs to be addressed. OzFish Unlimited has been working hard on its ‘Saving Our Saltmarsh’ project on the lower Richmond River estuary as a way of helping to resolve this problem, which can be found …

Coral trout fishers provide some of the freshest sustainably harvested seafood to Queenslanders. The firm pearly white flesh is considered to be the finest eating of all of our reef fish. Interesting facts: Don’t be fooled by the name – they’re not a trout at all, they’re actually a member of the grouper and cod family They’re ambush predators that …

Inshore fishing Last weekend was sure a ripper opportunity to head out and catch a few great quality fish! We saw some epic captures from Inshore to out wide. The standout fish along the inshore reefs has definitely been the coral trout. Team member Mitch drifted reefs that were holding a good amount of bait whilst working vibes off the bottom …

Welcome to this week’s report. We’ve enjoyed some warmer days with good rain and storms this week, which has helped clear out our rivers and creeks. As we head into the first week of December, anglers can expect similar conditions, with showers and storms predicted tomorrow through to Sunday. Expect the occasional shower early next week, before the weather clears …

Since mid-April my family – myself, wife and daughters five and seven-years old – has been travelling Australia. We’ve spent several months making our way north along the Western Australian coastline, which has given me a new appreciation for how big our country is. Following on from my previous article, after several days of exploring the stunning ancient landscapes and …

An addition to Shimano’s Bio Tough range is the Wriggler. Combining Dura Stretch toughness with our new synthetic bioplastic, we have been able to merge superior strength and durability with at least 50 percent biodegradability. Shimano Squidgies Bio Tough integrates these features with our existing ultra-violet treatment to further enhance lure presence and ensure your plastic lasts longer. The Bio …

This would have to be one of the best times of the year, with such a variety of species being available to both on and offshore fishos. In saying that, if you are new to the Moreton Bay area or if you are only starting to venture out into the bay, be very mindful of the weather. Moreton Bay is …

With the temperature warming up, I’ve noticed a definite increase in enquiries to go fishing this month. Let’s hope the weather plays the game and we can all get out on the water a few times over the coming month. Of course, as the water temperature heats up and overall flathead numbers decrease slightly, bigger flathead quantities surge. So, for …

Fishing this week on the Sunshine Coast has been relatively quiet, with only a few notable catches reported. Unfortunately, the anticipated rainfall from last week was less than expected, so our river systems are still in need of a good flush. However, the upcoming weekend holds promise, with only a few showers, milder temperatures, and gentle breeze expected. Saturday morning …

Inshore fishing With the full moon early next week the tides are building and the inshore reefs should be ON this weekend! There’s been some ripper fish being caught with schoolie mackerel, spanish mackerel, grunter and snapper being the standout captures. Plenty of the schoolies and spanish have been caught on 50g flasha spoons vertically fast retrieved off the bottom, …