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In this video, Che Carson demonstrates the correct method of how to tie a Clinch Knot. This knot is used for terminal connections such as joining mainline to a swivel, leader to hook, lures, etc.
It’s easy to tie and knot strength is good, however, there are a couple of improved variants such as the Double Loop Clinch Knot (aka Trilene Knot) which are much stronger, more dependable alternatives. When tying with braid do 8 or 9 wraps up the mainline as opposed to 4 or 5 with mono.
The long awaited grand opening of the new , bigger, better Bluewater Tackleworld Myaree store is upon us. The Grand opening of the store is TODAY the 26th of Sept at 85 Northlake rd Myaree WA.
There is now 1,100square metres of Angling heaven. Months of hard work and sourcing has gone into getting the best from around the world into the store at the right price.
On top of that Bluewater will be running an opening special of 10% off everything for Sept only. There will be loads of giveaways. Miss Swivels Original 2013 will be attending and Peter Morse of Fly Fishing fame will also be there to answer any questions. Get in to see some exclusive gear and get the right advice from angling addicts just like you.
Come the first of October, the annual four-month closure will commence on fishing for pink
snapper in both Cockburn and Warnbro Sounds.
Department of Fisheries Principal Management Officer Martin Holtz said at this time of year the Sounds attracted the largest known aggregations of pink snapper in the West Coast Bioregion.
“Cockburn and Warnbro Sounds are also vital nurseries for the species,” Mr Holtz said.
“The aggregations are critical for sustaining adequate breeding stocks for pink snapper, which is a long-lived and slow-growing fish species.”
“It is illegal to fish for pink snapper, or be in possession of pink snapper while fishing by line, in the waters of Cockburn and Warnbro sounds during the closed season.”
More details of closures for recreational fishing are available in WA’s Recreational fishing guide 2013, which can be downloaded at www.fish.wa.gov.au or from Department of Fisheries offices and Information Outlets.
Regional Manager Metropolitan and Shark Response Unit spokesperson Tony Cappelluti said the pink snapper fishing closure (1 October – 31 January inclusive) would be closely monitored in the Sounds by Fisheries and Marine Officers to ensure compliance.
“While this means recreational fishers cannot take pink snapper, people do fish for other species in Cockburn and Warnbro Sounds throughout the spawning period and we ask them to do it safely,” Mr Cappelluti said.
“Night fishing is popular and so is recreational fishing from kayaks and water users need to
always consider their personal safety.”
“Fishers and water users should also look out for each other and report shark sightings.”
Advice is that fishers and other water users should:
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In this video Che Carson demonstrates the correct method of how to tie an Improved Albright Knot. This knot, also known in Western Australia as the Hal Harvey Joiner, is used for joining mainline to leader. It’s an improved variant of the Albright Knot that can either be used for mono to mono or braid to mono connections, mainly the later.
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This video explains step-by-step two alternative methods of removing fillets from an Australian Herring (aka Tommy Ruff) with minimal waste, then how to remove the bones and skin from the fillet.
Each species is slightly different, however the filleting method often remains the same. If you have caught a feed of herring but don’t know what to do with them, follow the steps you see here, pause it if you have to, and with a bit of luck you too will be left with a pile of tasty, boneless fillets ready for the pan.
Eveready Dolphin and well-loved celebrity Tom Williams launch new and brightest-ever Dolphin LED
A new generation is introduced to Dolphin torches
Dolphin torches and Australian celebrity, traveler and handyman Tom Williams have launched the new and brightest-ever Dolphin LED Lantern torch in a campaign which introduces the memorable torch-throwing dolphin to a whole new generation.
As iconic as Vegemite, Dolphin torches have been a main stable in Australian identity since the late 1960s. Some have fond memories of the old dolphin advert, watching the floating waterproof torch being thrown around the pool by a loveable dolphin. Or some remember Dolphin saving the life of Sydney To Hobart yacht race survivor Garry Schipper in 1998, as rescue helicopters spotted the light from his torch amongst the waves, his Dolphin torch still in hand as he was washed overboard.
No matter which memory you have, over the past 45 years, more than 20 million Dolphin torches have been sold in Australia and New Zealand – no Australian household is complete without one. Dolphin continues to be one of the most reliable and durable range of torches around, making them ideal for a multitude of situations, including a wide range of outdoor and work activities.
The new Dolphin LED Lantern torch comes packed with a high quality LED bulb, which delivers a light output of 100 lumens and improves the efficiency of batteries used, increasing runtime by 6 times. The new high quality LED Luxeon bulb never needs replacement and is 40% brighter^ than the previous model with Xenon bulb. The new ergonomic rubber handle offers a better grip and improved comfort, while being impact resistant and a shatterproof lens help make the Dolphin LED Lantern torch tough enough to last.
Durable and reliable as always, the Dolphin range of tough, waterproof, and floating torches are suitable for every lighting need:
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Dolphin LED Lantern torch RRP is $27.99
Stockists include: Bunnings, Masters, Mitre 10, Supercheap Auto, BCF, Blackwoods and other electrical wholesalers.
Pre-Christmas fishing trips in the Pilbara had their sequel in the Karratha Court earlier this month, when two men were issued with heavy fines for taking undersize high-risk demersal fish species and other offences.
Taking undersize fish presents a risk to the sustainability of Western Australia’s fisheries, so they are protected by legislation.
Four days before Christmas in 2012, Sergio DEGUZMAN of Karratha had his catch checked by Fisheries and Marine Officers (FMOs) at Dampier’s Hampton Harbour Boat Ramp and was found to have a total of 43 fish. 17 of the finfish were undersize and included demersal species known as blue tuskfish, redspot emporer, and coral trout and the nearshore species stripey seapearch.
On Tuesday 10 September Deguzman was ordered to pay $3,600 for this offence and given a fine, penalty and costs totalling $3,239.25 for possessing 15 fish in excess of the group bag limit.
The Court was told that when an FMO asked Deguzman whether he knew the local fishing rules he said “it’s just sometimes I don’t fish very often, so I take home whatever I catch”.
Reflecting on the case, Karratha Supervising FMO Michael Dunne said Deguzman’s overall penalty was $6,839.35 – an important message for anyone who might ignore the rules.
In another case heard on 10 September, Broe LONERGAN of Karratha was fined $2,000 for failing to state his name and principal place of residence.
He had been questioned by FMOs at a Dampier boat ramp two days before Christmas in 2012 and the court was told Lonergan had stated false particulars in order to avoid receiving a fine.
A check of his catch found an undersize coral trout, which was able to be returned to the water on the day, but in court this week Lonergan was given a fine and additional penalty of $1,450 for having possession of the fish, which at 42cm was totally protected.
Mr Dunne said size limits were very important, as most fishers recognised.
“The size limits allow fish to reach maturity to complete their breeding cycle, which is vital for the future of high-risk demersal species, which are long-lived and slow-growing,” he said. “The minimum legal size for coral trout is 45cm.”
For all of his offences, Lonergan was ordered to pay a total of $3,579.35.
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Healthy shark populations may aid the recovery of coral reefs whose futures are threatened throughout the globe, according to a new study from the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS).
The link has been found by long-term monitoring of reefs off Australia’s northwest coast, and showed that where shark numbers were lower due to fishing, herbivores – important fishes in promoting reef health – were also significantly lower in number.
“At first glance the result might seem strange”, says Dr Mark Meekan, Principal Researcher at AIMS and co-author of the publication that appears today in the scientific journal, PLOS ONE.
“However, our analysis suggests that where shark numbers are reduced we see a fundamental change in the structure of food chains on reefs. We see increasing numbers of mid-level predators – such as snappers – and a reduction in the numbers of herbivores – such as parrotfishes. The parrotfishes are very important because they eat the algae that would otherwise overwhelm young corals on reefs recovering from natural disturbances,” he adds.
The study comes at an opportune time in the life of coral reefs, which are facing a number of pressures both from direct human-activity, such as over-fishing, and from climate change, as explained by lead author, Dr Jonathan Ruppert, of the University of Toronto.
According to Dr Ruppert: “The reefs we studied are about 300 kilometres off the coast of northwest Australia and the only human impacts are Indonesian fishers who primarily target sharks, a practice stretching back several centuries, which continues under an Australian-Indonesian memorandum of understanding. These reefs provided us with a unique opportunity to isolate the impact of over-fishing of sharks on reef resilience, and assess that impact in the broader context of climate change pressures threatening coral reefs.”
Dr Meekan adds: “On reefs where sharks are fished we found much lower numbers of herbivorous – algae eating – fishes, providing evidence that over-fishing sharks can have detrimental knock-on effects at least for some species further down the food chain. With many of the changes from a warming climate already locked in, there may be little we can do to prevent increased frequency of disturbances on coral reefs in the near future.”
“However, this is not case with the loss of reef sharks,” he says.
“Tracking studies show that in many cases individual reef sharks are closely attached to certain coral reefs, so even relatively small marine protected areas could be an effective way to protect the top-level predators, which may ultimately mean that coral reefs are better able to recover from coral bleaching or large cyclones. This makes the declines that are occurring in reef sharks due to overfishing throughout the world of great concern, because our study shows that a healthy reef means healthy populations of sharks,” Meekan concludes.
Title of paper: Caught in the middle: combined impacts of shark removal and coral loss on the fish communities of coral reefs.
Authors: Jonathan Ruppert, Michael Travers, Luke Smith, Marie-Josée Fortin and Mark Meekan.
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Roads and Maritime Services Boating Safety Officers (BSOs) will be out in force at boat ramps across NSW from Saturday 21 September with zero tolerance to be shown to boaters not observing lifejacket laws.
Roads and Maritime XXX said Operation Ramp Check will be carried out before the official start of the boating season to ensure boaters are educated and aware of key boating safety requirements as they launch and retrieve boats.
“Boaters must be prepared and understand changes to boating legislation introduced in November 2010 before heading out on the water.
“BSOs will carry out safety checks to educate boaters on lifejacket and other safety equipment, boat ramp etiquette and ensuring navigation lights are correctly fitted.
“Boaters will be reminded authorities have switched to zero tolerance mode when it comes to ignoring lifejacket rules and penalties will apply.
“The zero tolerance follows the last two boating season campaigns which reminded boaters lifejackets need to be worn more often and in more situations, depending the boating activity, size of the boat and age of the person. Just like seatbelts must be worn in a car, boaters need to understand lifejackets save lives.
“Lifejackets must be in good condition and either worn or available, depending on circumstances, easily accessible as be the right size for each person on board.
“Boaters need to ensure lifejackets are worn in times of heightened risk, regardless of the size and type of vessel.
“Just like the campaign says, a lifejacket never ruined a day on the water. If in doubt, wear one.
“Boaters are also reminded there will be increased activity on Sydney Harbour from 3 to 11 October for the International Fleet Review,” XXX said.
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Roads and Maritime Services has issued an alert after a Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) warning about dangerous surf conditions continuing tomorrow for the NSW coast south from Ulladulla.
Skippers and owners of small craft should be on high alert and check the conditions before considering crossing a coastal bar or heading offshore.
Rock fishers should also check weather forecasts before heading out to decide whether it is safe to fish near dangerous surf.
Strong winds can also cause dangerous conditions for vessels on moorings which have been poorly maintained.
Every skipper is responsible for the safety of their vessel and all on board. Roads and Maritime advises skippers to:
For more information:
Offshore boating safety:
Lifejackets:
Live vision of bar crossings:
Official forecast:
Boating safety images:
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In this video, Che Carson demonstrates the correct method of how to tie a Twisted Dropper Loop. This knot is used to form loops, or droppers, that stand out at right angles from a length of line. It’s an improved version of the standard Dropper Loop whereby the dropper itself is twisted, making the hook stand more proud of the mainline and effectively improving the presentation of the rig.
Attach hooks to these droppers and you have a very tidy Paternoster rig. Twisted Dropper Loops can be tied comfortably in mono or fluorocarbon leader up to 100lb or so.
NSW Government Transport: Roads & Maritime Services
Boaters are advised sand dredging will take place in the navigation channel near Ettalong Beach at Brisbane Water from Monday, 16 September.
Roads and Maritime Services Maritime Acting Manager Operations Hawkesbury River/Broken Bay Darryl Lennox said work by Gosford City Council to deepen the channel to improve navigation and renourish the beach will be carried out until to the end of November, weather permitting.
“The dredging will be carried out from sunrise to sunset and forms part of renourishment work underway in the area,” Mr Lennox said.
“During dredging work, the navigation channel next to Ettalong Beach between Ettalong Beach Wharf and Kourung Street will be closed to marine traffic.”
“Skippers should use the main navigation channel between Half Tide Rocks and Wagstaffe and exercise caution when navigating near work vessels.”
“The dredge will display day shapes and lights at night to alert boaters work is under way.”
“Boaters are reminded to observe safety advice from boating safety and police officers, to maintain a safe distance and speed from the work and producing wash which impacts on work is an offence,” Mr Lennox said.
For more information on boating safety, go to www.rms.nsw.gov.au/maritime
CONTACT: Roads and Maritime Services Media Unit: 8588 5999
When targeting Murray cod look for areas of structure such as submerged logs and rock bars in deep holes, particularly those at the base of rapids where fish actively sit in ambush.
Murray cod are targeted from the shore or by anglers in small watercraft such as kayaks. They can be caught on bait but targeting them on lure is far more exciting and enables you to cover more ground in your pursuit. A reliable approach is to keep on the move, casting big lures into likely haunts and imparting a slow rolling retrieve, ensuring the lure is kept close to the bottom/structure at all times.
The warmer months are better. You still get fish in winter but they become less active around April onwards. Murray cod will bite throughout the day, however early morning and evening still remain prime times.
An ideal outfit for targeting Murray cod in rivers and streams is one that can deliver pinpoint cast accuracy as well as strength down low for muscling up on larger fish. Baitcasters are ideal in this scenario, which is why many Cod anglers opt for them as apposed to threadline outfits.
An example would be a six-foot, 6-8kg baitcaster rod matched with a Shimano Curado, Daiwa Zillion or similar baitcaster reel.
Braided line is preferred for cast distance and direct contact with the lure. 20lb Braid and 30lb fluorocarbon leader is not uncommon, more so for retrieval of lures from snags.
Large deep-diving, hard body minnows, large spinnerbaits, double blade spinnerbaits, lipless crankbaits, RT orange belly bluegill Jackalls, soft plastics, jitterbugs and other surface lures.
Live Yabbies and Wood Grubs.
Murray cod are regarded as catch and release sport fish. This philosophy is encouraged.
Murray cod, Australia’s largest native freshwater fish, are caught in western drainage rivers and dams in the south east of the country. Whether targeted from shore or by light watercraft, Murray cod provide great sports fishing and will readily take a wide range of lures.
When targeting Murray cod on lure braided line is preferred over monofilament for it’s casting performance, strike sensitivity, and for constant direct contact with the lure. Attach the mainline to a 1-1.5m fluorocarbon leader with a joining knot such as a Slim Beauty, Albright, Double Uni or similar. Attach the leader to the lure with a loop knot such as a Lefty’s Loop, Perfection Loop or Rapala Knot. The loop knot will optimise the lure’s action, allowing it to swim freely underwater.
When targeting Murray cod with bait use as little weight as possible. In some situations no lead is possible, which is a great way to present natural free-swimming live baits. Hook to mainline as follows: Tie hook to a 1-1.5m fluorocarbon leader with a double-blood knot or similar. If using weight insert a running sinker onto the leader now. Connect leader to mainline using a Slim Beauty or similar joining knot, or alternatively use a swivel to reduce line twist, particularly for when fishing with monofilament line.
Click here for more Information On Murray Cod
Information courtesy of Jerom Stocks, Wollongong NSW. Photos courtesy of Jerom Stocks.
How To Catch Sailfish – Download PDF
Pacific sailfish inhabit tropical and temperate waters between 24-28 degrees Celsius. In Australia they are more frequently caught between Carnarvon WA northwards to South West Rocks NSW. They are often found close to the coast and around offshore reefs and islands, but are not restricted to these areas. Sailfish will never be far from bait, so focus your efforts around bait grounds and other areas of abundant food supply.
There are many different ways to target Sailfish from the shore and by boat. Here are 3 ways to target them by boat:
1) Trolling lures (least preferred method)
2) Slow-trolling whole fish baits
3) Switch-baiting. This method is dynamite and involves trolling teasers with no hooks, pulling them in when a Sailfish is raised, and presenting the fish with a live (preferred) or dead whole fish bait bridled with a circle hook. Once the fish has taken the bait engage the reel and let the circle hook pin the fish in the corner of the mouth. Don’t strike to set the hook, this will just pull the hook clear.
There are a variety of techniques used to target Sailfish but the following information specifically refers to switch-baiting.
For a threadline outfit a 6-7 foot 15kg rod matched with a Shimano 6000 or Daiwa 4500 sized reel is ideal. As far as overhead setups go a TLD15-25 size reel with a 5-6 foot 15kg game rod will be fine, there’s no need to over do it.
Soft-headed skirted trolling lures such as the 6-7” Mold Craft Softhead.
Obviously live baitfish of whatever the fish are feeding on at the time. But among the favourites would have to be: Large Sea garfish, Sardines, Herring, Slimey mackerel, Yellowtail, Queenfish, and Mullet.
Sailfish are usually regarded as catch and release sport fish. This philosophy is encouraged.
Pacific sailfish are usually caught in close proximity to bait. They inhabit warmer waters close to the coast and around offshore reefs and islands, as well as oceanic waters. Anglers target them with many techniques but switch-baiting has to be one of the best.
Targeting Sailfish using the switch-baiting technique is quite productive. A standard rig consists of a 2-3m, 80-110lb wind-on leader and 8/0-9/0 circle hook. Crimp the hook on, but not too tight that you restrict movement. Slide a cm or so of thin tubing over crimp and the loop for abrasion protection. Connect double wind-on leaders to mainline with a Bimini Twist and single wind-on leaders to mainline with an Albright knot or similar. Rig bait onto the hook with a small rubber band bridle.
The same rigging method applies here as that mentioned above, the only difference is you are using a lure and straight eye hook in place of the circle hook. Hook choice and ways to correctly rig a trolled lure vary and we suggest you consult your local tackle store for more information. One thing to keep in mind is that single-hook rigs, as opposed to double-hook rigs, have a high success rate, impart more action in the water, cause the fish less harm and are safer when handling the fish boat side.
Click here for more Information On Pacific Sailfish
Information courtesy of Kyle Van Der Meulen, Tathra NSW, DPIF NT, and Department of Fisheries WA. Photos courtesy of Kyle Van Der Meulen.
When targeting Southern Bluefin look for feeding schools on the surface or schools of bait in 30m of water or more. Once you’ve located feeding fish troll past them with bibbed 3-5m diving lures. If you’ve located bait, troll past with 4-5” skirts, with a trolling speed of 6-8 knots. If the fish aren’t taking trolled lures, start cubing. Send down artificials such as 110mm flick baits and other soft plastics or salt water fly if you’re that way inclined. If the fish still aren’t striking, especially if they are down deep, send down cubes of pilchards/mulies.
When trolling for fish up to 30kg, go for a smaller outfit. An example would be a TLD 10-15 size reel matched with a Shimano Backbone 10-15kg overhead rod or similar, around 5 foot in length.
For casting, go for a high quality Shimano 5000 or Daiwa 4500 sized reel, loaded with 30lb braid, and matched with an 8-10kg spin rod 6-7 foot in length.
If targeting larger fish you’re obviously going to need heavier, high quality outfits. Talk to an expert at your local tackle shop for advice.
Pilchards/mulies
Southern Bluefin tuna are generally caught well offshore in Australia’s southern waters between WA and NSW. Anglers locate them by visually searching for feeding schools or large schools of bait. They are targeted with a variety of trolled and artificial lures, or by cubing.
One of the more productive ways to catch Southern Bluefin is by trolling. Join your 50lb braid or 10-15kg mono mainline to a 3m, 80lb, hard-wearing mono, wind on shock leader with an Albright knot or similar. At the other end of the leader use a stainless crimp to connect the lure, or hook in the case of skirted lures. For skirted lures, insert the mono through the lure head and add 5 or 6 small plastic beads as spacers before crimping on the hook, so that the hook sits just within the limit of the skirt.
Targeting Southern Bluefin by trolling enables you to cover more ground, but if you come across schools of feeding fish a more exciting way to target them is on spin gear with soft plastics. Join your 30lb braid mainline to a 3m, 40lb, fluorocarbon, wind-on shock leader with an Albright, Double Uni, or similar knot. Tie the other end of the leader to the jig head and thread on the soft plastic. Either pull up next to a school and cast plastics at them or drift the plastic down a trail of cubed pilchards.
Click here for more Information On Southern Bluefin Tuna
Information courtesy of Jamie Crawford, Port Lincoln SA and Department of Fisheries WA. Photos courtesy of Jamie Crawford and Rock Wyrsta, Sydney NSW (GTpopping.com).
Giant trevally (GT) inhabit coastal and offshore waters from the central Western Australian coast north around to the central coast of New South Wales. GT’s are wide ranging and can be found cruising in shallower nearshore as well as offshore reef structures such as coral reefs and atolls, pinnacles and drop-offs. When targeting GT’s look for washy areas where bait are holding up, particularly fusiliers around offshore reefs and atolls.
Giant trevally will take live or dead whole fish and fillet baits as well as soft plastics and trolled minnows, but by far the most exciting and sporting way to target them is on large surface lures like poppers and stickbaits.
When targeting GT’s by boat pull up in deeper water within casting distance of an area of interest, a reef outcrop for example, and cast large poppers or stickbaits towards the reef edge and work the lure back to the boat, imparting as much action to the lure as possible. Upon hookup drive the fish off the reef fast!
Minimum rod length for casting of 7ft and up to 9 ft. Preferably choose a strong, lightweight graphite rod rated PE 6-10 to suit the lure size and area you plan to fish. A lower cost example would be the Azusa 902H or for high end Carpenter Monster Hunter and Blue Lagoon.
A quality reel is advisable for example Shimano Stella, Sustain, Biomaster size10000-20000 or the Daiwa Saltiga or Saltist size 4500-6500.
Large poppers such as Dumbbells, Black Jack Cubera and Tuna, Hammerheads, Fishermans, Carpenters etc, and large stickbaits such as Black Jack Ulua, Shimano Ocea, Daiwa Dorodo, etc.
Live whole or dead fish caught on location. Fillet baits can work but not as well.
We strongly encourage catch and release fishing for this for this highly regarded sport fish.
Giant trevally are generally caught around coastal offshore reefs from the central WA coast north around to the central NSW coast. Anglers target them with high quality, strong, lightweight outfits using large poppers and stickbait lures.
This method involves casting and retrieving large poppers or stickbaits over and around reef structure. Join your braided mainline to: a) a twisted leader by tying a Bimini twist, or b) a single strand leader by tying a FG knot, PR knot, Fingertrap knot or similar. At the other end of the leader attach a quality crane swivel by tying a Uni knot, Chain knot or similar (even when using a twisted leader). Connect the swivel directly to a quality split ring on the lure and you’re away.
This method involves fishing live whole fish baits from the shore, jetties, or boat. Keep the rig simple; connect the mainline to a basic rig (as pictured right) consisting of a 6/0-10/0 hook, 100-200lb leader (preferably fluorocarbon) and a quality high breaking strain crane swivel. Insert the hook through the nose or shoulder of a live baitfish such as Fusilier, Herring, Mullet or similar. For dead whole fish baits or fillets use the same rig just insert a running ball sinker between the swivel and hook.
Click here for more Information On Giant Trevally
Information courtesy of Che Carson, Perth WA and Department of Fisheries WA. Photos courtesy of Rock Wyrsta, Sydney NSW. Visit gtpopping.com for more details.
DAFF QLD Recreational Fishing Rules & Regs
Visit the following links for information relating to recreational fishing rules and regulations in QLD.
Recreational fishing rules and regulations for Queensland
QLD Recreational Boating & Fishing Guide 2012 – 2013
Reporting Fishing Offences: Call Fishwatch – 1800 017 116
DPI NSW – Recreational Fishing Rules & Regs
Visit the following links to NSW DPI for information regarding fishing rules and regs in New South Wales.
NSW Recreational Saltwater Fishing Guide 2013
NSW Recreational Freshwater Fishing Guide 2013
Reporting Fishing Offences: Call the Fishers Watch Phoneline – 1800 043 536
Rules & Regs regarding Recreational Fishing in the ACT
Visit the following links for information relating to recreational fishing rules and regulations in
the ACT.
Recreational Fishing In The ACT
General ACT Recreational Fishing Information
Reporting Fishing Offences: Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Canberra Connect on 13 22 81
DEPI Recreational Fishing Rules & Regs
Visit the following links to the recreational fishing section of the DEPI website for a comprehensive guide to the recreational fishing rules and regulations in Victoria.
More Recreational Fishing Information
Reporting Fishing Offences: Call 13 FISH Intelligence Reporting Line – 13 34 74
Visit the following links to the recreational fishing section of the DPIF website for a comprehensive guide to the recreational fishing rules and regulations in the Northern Territory.
Fish Handling & Releasing Techniques
Reporting Fishing Offences: Call Fishwatch – 1800 891 136
DPIPWE Recreational Fishing Rules & Regs
Visit the following links to DPIPWE Sea Fishing & Aquaculture for information regarding fishing rules and regs in Tasmania.
Recreational Fishing Rules By Species
Reporting Fishing Offences: Call Fishwatch – 0427 655 557
PIRSA Recreational Fishing Rules & Regs
The Recreational Fishing Guide gives an overview of the rules that apply to recreational fishing in South Australia.
Reporting Fishing Offences: Call Fishwatch – 1800 065 522
Department of fisheries WA – Recreational Fishing Rules & Regs
Recreational Fishing Guide 2013
Reporting Fishing Offences: Call Fishwatch – 1800 815 507
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Popular host of Fishing Australia Rob Paxevanos outlines his top tips for the beginner (or developing) angler.
Like most things, the devil is in the detail when it comes to fishing. It’s all about choosing the right hook, line, bait and position. It’s about learning how to berley, polaroid, cast off and tie a knot that won’t untie.
For nearly two decades, Rob Paxevanos – star of WIN’s Fishing Australia – has been perfecting the fine detail, and showing others how to do the same. Australian Fishing Basics brings together years of expertise and the kind of knowledge needed to turn enthusiastic beginners into expert anglers. And it’s not just sweating the small stuff. Rob provides an overview of how to confidently go after Australia’s most popular catches, including flathead, golden perch, trout and barramundi.
Fully illustrated with hundreds of photographs, including step-by-step instructions for the fiddly techniques, Australian Fishing Basics is an exuberant and accessible guide to achieving fishing success everywhere and every time.
About the author:
Rob is the host of WIN Television’s Fishing Australia, a popular series broadcast around regional Australia and on Channel 9, the Imparja and the NBN networks.
He has over twenty years’ experience as an angler and is lucky enough to have fished extensively from the mountains to the sea and beyond.
Rob is a writer and consultant for leading Australian fishing magazines and a guest writer for overseas fishing, sporting and travel magazines. Additionally, he has a weekly column with the Rural Press network of newspapers in Australia.
