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I have the following cameras for sale;
Cannon EOS 300 Camera (Not digital)
Cannon Lens 22-55mm Wide angle
Cannon Lens 35-80mm Standard
Cannon Lens 75-300mm Zoom
Nissin 32AF Flash unit
Marumi 58mm C-PL Filter
Cannon Powershot A520 Digital
512 mb Memory card
2 sets of re-chargeable batteries
Water Proof Housing for the A520 Depth to 40 metres
Yellow Pelican waterproof case
$500.00 for the lot or nearest offer (send me an email)
Local Fishing Report
A couple on weekends ago I had the pleasure of taking a couple of guys from the Windybanks Fishing class for their first ever go a fishing with Switch Blades and soft plastics for bream, silver trevally and dusky flathead in the Cooks River.
Even though the river was not firing Jake and Alex Whitlock and I caught a number of fish during the mornings outing. There were 9 bream (6 legal), 5 dusky flathead (1 legal), 1 silver trevally (legal and a thumper sand whiting.
Jake (11 years old) is one of those junior angler that loves his fishing and can put many a senior angler in their place when bait fishing the estuaries and off the rocks. He did find it a little bit hard with the type of lure casting we had to do, but with plenty of practice I am sure he will be amoungst the best of us.
Thanks for the great morning on the water guys.
Scott from Southern Sydney Fishing Tours has just got back from a trip up to Weipa (September 08) with 6 clients. If you would like to see what they got up to I would suggest that you visit his web site and have a look. You will see the following:
1. Toby and his popper eating GT
2. Marget with a Queensland Groper pulled from the snags and returned to the water
3. John and a Barramundi taken on live bait
4. George trolled up his solid Finger mark bream
5. Dave and his Cobia
6. Jim with a top GT
7. Marget and her first fish on her first cast and the first fish for for the trip
a soild Golden Trevally
1. Toby and his popper eating GT
2. Marget with a Queensland Groper pulled from the snags and returned to the water
3. John and a Barramundi taken on live bait
4. George trolled up his solid Finger mark bream
5. Dave and his Cobia
6. Jim with a top GT
7. Marget and her first fish on her first cast and the first fish for for the trip
a soild Golden Trevally
The photos should spell it out for all.
Scott reports that Botany Bay has been rather good and the silver trevally are still on the chew at Trevally Alley. You can also pick up a few Tailor trolling Yarra Bay early. Most of the third runway is now a no fishing zone as work has started on Port Botany expansion, you can fish along the front and down the western side only this is a bit of a bummer.
Spinning with plastic had us drop a solid fish right next to the boat. Scott’s father Bill and Clive did well late last week with a good bag of 15 flathead. One was 75cms and they put her back, they worked hard fishing all over the Bay. No real hot spots.
Deep sea on Sunday saw Scotty and his crew land quite a few leatherjackets and flathead just wide from Botany Bay. They fished the Peak early with live baits, but no Kingies and it was a little quite on the bottom.
WHATS COMING UP in OCTOBER
Snapper trip
Snapper trip on the 11th October and I have spots still open.
Mid week trips
15th Botany Bay trip and the 16th Deep sea this is for a full group booking or singles.
22nd Botany Bay trip and the 23rd Deep sea trip.
Singles day
Sunday 19th afternoon singles trip 1pm to 7pm in Botany Bay four spots open.
Fishing school in November
Scott has spots open for the fishing school this is a night + full day out fishing
Night class is on the 3rd and your day on the water is on the 8th.
FISH WILD WEIPA
April 09 and September 09 trips are starting to fill
book now if you are keen on a top weeks fishing.
All detail 0418 169 439
Regards Scotty Lyons
WEIPA TRIP 09
Two spots have open up for our Weipa trip in April 09 from the 18th. This is for seven days and six nights of tropical fishing bliss, All details are on his web page.
To view what is coming up with Scotty Lyons you will need to go to (http://www.fishingsydney.com.au/.) reports that what’s coming up on the fishing trip scene or give Scotty a call on 0418 169 439. For more information and some great photos you should go to Scotty’s web site at http://www.fishingsydney.com.au/ and have a look.
Fergo’s Tackle World at Taren Points reports that although the water temperature is still around 15.5C, the snapper or plastics boys are consistently reporting catches of reds around shallow reefs. Although 5” Jerk minnows in various chicken recipes are still the No. 1 hit, the Mr Twister exudes are carving a small niche with a few anglers as well. Sonic boom blades have also created a steady following as fishos explore more options and increase there catches in deeper waterEstuary Georges River has been the hot spot for Jewie of late with gun angler Scotty Lear boating a 63cm specimen on a VX35 blade (secret colour Black) and a fish of 11kg on Squidgy flick bait. (NB Scott mentioned he has been rigging the flick baits with a stinger hook in the tail, the best being the small owner assist hooks rigged on kevlar. Not to be left on the starting block resident angler Brett Ferguson fished Lake Conjola for a 2kg Trevally on a VX35 as well. (What can’t be caught on these lures?) For those fishing Botany Bay, flathead on plastics with Trevally mixed in as a bonus have kept most busy.
Scott reports that Botany Bay has been rather good and the silver trevally are still on the chew at Trevally Alley. You can also pick up a few Tailor trolling Yarra Bay early. Most of the third runway is now a no fishing zone as work has started on Port Botany expansion, you can fish along the front and down the western side only this is a bit of a bummer.
Spinning with plastic had us drop a solid fish right next to the boat. Scott’s father Bill and Clive did well late last week with a good bag of 15 flathead. One was 75cms and they put her back, they worked hard fishing all over the Bay. No real hot spots.
Deep sea on Sunday saw Scotty and his crew land quite a few leatherjackets and flathead just wide from Botany Bay. They fished the Peak early with live baits, but no Kingies and it was a little quite on the bottom.
WHATS COMING UP in OCTOBER
Snapper trip
Snapper trip on the 11th October and I have spots still open.
Mid week trips
15th Botany Bay trip and the 16th Deep sea this is for a full group booking or singles.
22nd Botany Bay trip and the 23rd Deep sea trip.
Singles day
Sunday 19th afternoon singles trip 1pm to 7pm in Botany Bay four spots open.
Fishing school in November
Scott has spots open for the fishing school this is a night + full day out fishing
Night class is on the 3rd and your day on the water is on the 8th.
FISH WILD WEIPA
April 09 and September 09 trips are starting to fill
book now if you are keen on a top weeks fishing.
All detail 0418 169 439
Regards Scotty Lyons
WEIPA TRIP 09
Two spots have open up for our Weipa trip in April 09 from the 18th. This is for seven days and six nights of tropical fishing bliss, All details are on his web page.
To view what is coming up with Scotty Lyons you will need to go to (http://www.fishingsydney.com.au/.) reports that what’s coming up on the fishing trip scene or give Scotty a call on 0418 169 439. For more information and some great photos you should go to Scotty’s web site at http://www.fishingsydney.com.au/ and have a look.
Fergo’s Tackle World at Taren Points reports that although the water temperature is still around 15.5C, the snapper or plastics boys are consistently reporting catches of reds around shallow reefs. Although 5” Jerk minnows in various chicken recipes are still the No. 1 hit, the Mr Twister exudes are carving a small niche with a few anglers as well. Sonic boom blades have also created a steady following as fishos explore more options and increase there catches in deeper waterEstuary Georges River has been the hot spot for Jewie of late with gun angler Scotty Lear boating a 63cm specimen on a VX35 blade (secret colour Black) and a fish of 11kg on Squidgy flick bait. (NB Scott mentioned he has been rigging the flick baits with a stinger hook in the tail, the best being the small owner assist hooks rigged on kevlar. Not to be left on the starting block resident angler Brett Ferguson fished Lake Conjola for a 2kg Trevally on a VX35 as well. (What can’t be caught on these lures?) For those fishing Botany Bay, flathead on plastics with Trevally mixed in as a bonus have kept most busy.
Port Hacking fisho’s are reporting solid Bream on blade lures. Offshore The game scene has been a little quite with the odd yellow fin tuna (9.6kg fish on predator charters) and Mako and blue sharks in the cooler waters. Mako sharks have been playing the canyon droppers with fish on the 200kg mark snacking on blue eye and gem fish at will. Mick Kingma lost a nice fish of around 200kg beside the boat when the hooks pulled after 2 hours. Smart thinking fellow angler and boat captain Jamie Reid quickly fed the fish bait and after another long fuss he landed the shark which weighed in at 196kg. Shane Ashton fishing on Shellharbour Boat “Benchmark” trolled a nice blue fin of 24.5kg wide off Kiama Canyons.
For further information and to subscribe to their Fishing Newsletter you can contact Brett at fishndivewarehouse@bigpond.com and he will send you the details on how to subscribe.
FISHING CLASSES.
My next fishing class will run for 3 consecutive Thursday nights. It will be starting on Thursday the 13th of November. The cost of $95.00 includes a fish barbeque and the class. To book in and pay you will need to either ring the shop or pay them a visit.
Windybanks Bait and Tackle
523 Pacific Hwy Mt Colah NSW 2079
Ph (02) 9477 1501
Annette and John
If you can’t make that class I will be running another class later in the year on 3 conconsective Wednesday nights. The class will start at 7.00pm and finish at 10.00pm.
For further information you will need to ring or pay them a visit at the shop.
The cost will be $80.00 per person.
Absolutely Hooked
174 Merrylands Road
Merrylands
Ph (02) 9897 3474
Mike and April
NEW PRODUCTS
DVD No 1.
Hard Copy Volume 1 by Micah Adams
In this DVD you will find that Micah Adams demonstrates all the skills need to catch bream, estuary perch and flathead on a range of hard bodied lures from Lucky Craft, Yamashita and Jackson.
Micah will walk you through the art of how to locate fish and them how to tempt them into striking the lure you have just presented to them. The range and versatility that these hard bodied lures have will amaze you. You can fish them on the surface and in deep water, plus every where in between.
There is incredible bream fishing action with surface lures, bibbed hard bodies, vibes and lipless minnows all of which will having you going to your nearest tackle shop to get a few.
You will also learn about rod tapers and types, and also in what type of conditions they can be used. Micah will also go through the range of high tech braid and leader material from Sunline and Loomis rods.
For further information and to subscribe to their Fishing Newsletter you can contact Brett at fishndivewarehouse@bigpond.com and he will send you the details on how to subscribe.
FISHING CLASSES.
My next fishing class will run for 3 consecutive Thursday nights. It will be starting on Thursday the 13th of November. The cost of $95.00 includes a fish barbeque and the class. To book in and pay you will need to either ring the shop or pay them a visit.
Windybanks Bait and Tackle
523 Pacific Hwy Mt Colah NSW 2079
Ph (02) 9477 1501
Annette and John
If you can’t make that class I will be running another class later in the year on 3 conconsective Wednesday nights. The class will start at 7.00pm and finish at 10.00pm.
For further information you will need to ring or pay them a visit at the shop.
The cost will be $80.00 per person.
Absolutely Hooked
174 Merrylands Road
Merrylands
Ph (02) 9897 3474
Mike and April
NEW PRODUCTS
DVD No 1.
Hard Copy Volume 1 by Micah Adams
In this DVD you will find that Micah Adams demonstrates all the skills need to catch bream, estuary perch and flathead on a range of hard bodied lures from Lucky Craft, Yamashita and Jackson.
Micah will walk you through the art of how to locate fish and them how to tempt them into striking the lure you have just presented to them. The range and versatility that these hard bodied lures have will amaze you. You can fish them on the surface and in deep water, plus every where in between.
There is incredible bream fishing action with surface lures, bibbed hard bodies, vibes and lipless minnows all of which will having you going to your nearest tackle shop to get a few.
You will also learn about rod tapers and types, and also in what type of conditions they can be used. Micah will also go through the range of high tech braid and leader material from Sunline and Loomis rods.
I would suggest that you watch the DVD several times. The first time would be just for watching the action. Once you have done that, the next time watch how Micah explains how to work the rod tip, while at the same time controlling the speed that you turn the handle of the reel when working the Sammy 65's and WN Pencils across the top of the water.
A 28cm yellowfin bream that was caught on a 65 sammy while working the flats in the Port Hacking. One day I will work out have to use the self timer on my camera correctly.
The DVD goes for approximately 55 minutes and I am sure that you will watch it over and over again. I have and I am still picking up small bits of information that will make my fishing more productive the next time I am on the water.
MORE REPORTS
I would like to welcome onboard Scott Thorington from Haven Sports Fishing Charters http://kingfishjigging.com/ who fishes out of his Custom built in 1995, the Freedom was designed with one thing in mind - chasing marlin!
During one of Scotty's charters you may encounter one of his regular ride along guests. These may include tackle industry reps, TV hosts, tackle shop proprietors & designers, game fishing crew & captains from Australia and around the world, all who are only to willing to share their tips techniques & experiences with Scotty.
The DVD goes for approximately 55 minutes and I am sure that you will watch it over and over again. I have and I am still picking up small bits of information that will make my fishing more productive the next time I am on the water.
MORE REPORTS
I would like to welcome onboard Scott Thorington from Haven Sports Fishing Charters http://kingfishjigging.com/ who fishes out of his Custom built in 1995, the Freedom was designed with one thing in mind - chasing marlin!
During one of Scotty's charters you may encounter one of his regular ride along guests. These may include tackle industry reps, TV hosts, tackle shop proprietors & designers, game fishing crew & captains from Australia and around the world, all who are only to willing to share their tips techniques & experiences with Scotty.
The boat has a fast cruise speed and is dry and stable on the troll and at anchor. She has a clean, bubble-free wake that makes her perfect for lure or 'bait and switch' fishing for bill fish. A bow thruster adds to her nimble manoeuvrability.
The Electronics onboard include GPS, Depth Sounder (fishfinder) 27meg & VHF radios. A Next G mobile phone is also carried ensuring phone communications at the continental shelf.
For up to date reports on what is happening offshore on the central coast go to Scotty’s blog at http://havencharters.blogspot.com/ there are some great photos of kingfish that have been caught over the past few weeks onboard the haven charters boat.
Tackle World Goulburn www.tackleworld.com.au/store_pages/goulburn.html is about looking after anyone who would like to experience the enjoyment of Fishing & Shooting. We cater for all levels, from the humble first time worm drowner & can plinker to the big game angler and trophy hunter. Regardless of your taste they have the products and more importantly the advice you need to succeed in your chosen endeavours. If they can achieve this and you leave with the sense of fulfilment our job is done. Goulburn is located in a country area so we pride ourselves on personal service and friendship in a comfortable environment for everyone who enters the store therefore we have a motto by which we live. "There are no strangers here only friends they haven't met".
In the next few weeks they will also have a fishing report up for you to find out what is going on in their neck of the woods.
To view the latest Tackle Word Goulburn Fishing report you can subscribe by going to the following link http://www.noblemailer.noblecrm.com.au/download/forms/s/2894045/23812/146455/28286.html
Or by sending them an email at fns@tpg.com.au
Tackle Word Goulburn316 Auburn Street, Goulburn, NSW 2580Phone: 02 4822 1929 Fax 02 4822 1929
In the next few weeks they will also have a fishing report up for you to find out what is going on in their neck of the woods.
To view the latest Tackle Word Goulburn Fishing report you can subscribe by going to the following link http://www.noblemailer.noblecrm.com.au/download/forms/s/2894045/23812/146455/28286.html
Or by sending them an email at fns@tpg.com.au
Tackle Word Goulburn316 Auburn Street, Goulburn, NSW 2580Phone: 02 4822 1929 Fax 02 4822 1929
Ron Osman from http://www.estuaryfishingtours.com.au/ reports that until the last few weeks there has not being a lot to report about. Before now it was very quiet. We even had a couple of those no fish days but not anymore. The fishing has picked up a lot.
Lion Island has been producing bream, trevally, tailor, leatherjackets, pike and salmon in a burly trail. The trevally are there one day and gone the next but the rest of the mixed bag are usually there everyday. The bream have been in the 30 – 35cm size, with the Trevally 28 – 38cm and very thick at times. We had schools of salmon at Box Head everyday for a week then a storm came through and they went missing for about a week but now they are back strong as ever and 1.5 to 2.5kg in size. We got into bigger ones at Middle Head and they were 3kg and much better fighters and acrobats.
Pittwater has been quiet on the kingy front but they shouldn’t be too far away with the water warming up at the speed it is. We have caught loads of tailor at the Basin trolling Rapalla’s with some going 45cm – not a bad tailor. Ron hasn’t chased kingfish down Pittwater for a few weeks now, but Ron is down there next week after them so he hopes they have come in and are ready to play.Ron has been chasing luderick (blackfish) a lot lately as they are a winter fish and we have had mixed results where we only get a few one day and clean up the next. We caught 8 in a couple of hours one day and 7 were over 40cm with the biggest 44cm. The next day we only got 4 but one was 46cm and 1.7kg. That is the biggest blackfish I have had on my boat and I have only caught them that big myself when fishing off the rocks for them. We did drop a lot of fish and the ones we got put a great fight on the light blackfish gear and I hope they stay around for a while. The spot we got the big ones was Juno Point on the run out tide and also Croppy Head in the Hawkesbury.
Palm Beach Wharf in Pittwater has had heaps under it and we usually get a couple before leaving if that is where I pick my customers up. You just have to time it right in between the ferries and if you fish Saturday or Sunday morning the first ferry isn’t until 9am so you get a few hours of fishing in before they come and scare them off. The wharf next to it has them too but not as many. These fish are in the 35 – 40cm range and are right underneath the wharf so getting them out is great fun.
Brisbane Waters has blackfish too with the best spots Rileys Island and around Davistown and Woy Woy and these fish are in the 30 – 38cm range but there are the odd bigger ones. Flatties are on the come back and starting to take soft plastics at Lobster Beach, Hardies Bay and Ettalong. They are not big only about 30 – 50cm but still a welcome catch and should only get more active as the water warms up.
Ron has tried for Jewies a couple of times with no results until now. His last trip down to the road bridges where they caught a small keeper at 47cm, but they only fished for them for a couple of hours at the end of the day. Talking to his trawler mate he said one of the mesh netters had a 30kg+ Jewie get out of his net at Gunya Point just last week so there is at least one Jewie out there. There was a 3.5kg one caught at the Rip Bridge last weekend. So it looks like they are starting to come back.
Coming out of Pittwater with customers on board a few weeks ago there was a humpback and it’s calf playing near Lion Island. So they pulled up the mandatory 300m away (which is still pretty close to an animal that big) and the mother breached 3 or 4 times and was rolling over and waving at us too with the calf not far behind. Then later in the day they were off Patonga just laying on the surface sunbaking. They got it all on video and photos and it was unreal and his customers were very happy and we hadn’t even started fishing yet.
For more information on what is going on up Ron’s way you can either go to his web
Site at ron@estuaryfishingtours.com.au or just give him a call on mobile 0407 66197
Jason and Virginia Isaac from Ned Kelly’s Bait and Tackle jasned@ozemail.com.au
reports On the beaches, salmon remain common, and show no real signs of disappearing any time soon. For those seeking something edible, a few nice bream are about although generally not in huge numbers with Lighthouse locally fishing as well as anywhere. Tailor however remain elusive as too mulloway.
On the beach fishing scene, once again the subject of beach hauling has raised its ugly head, this time as a result of another substantial mulloway haul from not too far south of here. Firstly, no one begrudges licensed commercial fishermen from earning a living, for remember they have a demand to meet, families to support, and most have outlaid considerable dollars in acquiring both their endorsements and equipment. However this particular practice, whether it involves bream, mullet or mulloway is arguably the least sustainable form of commercial angling still permitted as it predominately targets mass congregations of these species during their spawning runs. In today’s day and age in which declining aquatic resources are creating major concerns, the time has certainly come for this practice to cease. The long term benefits of allowing any fish species to complete its annual spawning run seems obvious, especially considering the potential breeding capabilities of the tonnes netted during these times. Why the issue of buying back these licenses has not been addressed by the relevant fisheries ministers at either state or Commonwealth level is difficult to comprehend. It would not endanger day to day market supply, yet would ultimately prolong long term commercial sustainability of the relevant species. When you think about it, its hard to see anything but a long term win outcome for recreational and commercial fishers alike if this outdated practice were to cease.
Off the rocks, drummer numbers remain reasonably consistent with the odd few fish on offer for those willing to put in the time. Most local ledges are producing however the key as always is to be prepared to be mobile, and of course berleying heavily. Blackfish numbers also remain excellent, with some solid fish being snared both locally, and around Point Perpendicular. Tailor numbers however remain below par although may improve in the lead up to the coming full moon. For those inclined to chase groper, now is just about prime time, although scoring a flat sea in which to access the better ledges is likely to the major hurdle.
In the estuary, flathead are the big improvers, with excellent catch rates across the board being reported each week. Whitebait and yabbies have been the pick of the baits, whilst those throwing lures have also enjoyed considerable success. Gone are the days when flatties were considered a summer time species, with recent years, and perhaps enhanced lure techniques, confirming this species as a genuine year round proposition. Bream numbers are somewhat shy and not expected to improve in the short term, unless of course we get some decent rain and a bit of colour back into the river. On the blackfish front however, both walls continue to fish well, whilst Limeburners and the Maria have also produced some quality bags. A few solid whiting are also getting about Limeburners and Blackman’s Point, with yabbies and worms proving the baits of choice.
Outside reports remain most encouraging for this time of year. Boats fishing closer however report good numbers of snapper as well as pearl perch, with the number of pearlies taken from less than 30 meters of water now better than anyone can recall. Wider out, the jackets have begun to disburse to a tolerable level, whilst wider still, a few yellowfin tuna are worthy targets for those partial to a bit of game fishing.
In the estuary, the focus area has certainly been around the lower reaches following the fresh coming down the Hastings. As is often the case, mulloway spinning was the number one pastime from the break walls, with both the north and south walls providing quite a few fish. The highlight was a terrific 33.6 kilo specimen taken by Andrew Nee off the north wall on a lure, however there were also plenty of fish caught in the 15 to 25 kilo bracket. Elsewhere in the estuary, bream numbers have been reasonable from the walls and up Limeburners, whilst those with black weed scored a few nice luderick when the dirt came down. Flatties have been a little quiet however look for a big improvement once the water clears a little.
On the beaches, the weather on the weekend obviously ruled out most options, something beach fisho’s have had to learn to accept this year. Before the seas burred up, salmon were common from most beaches, with no bait or lure immune from their appetite. Still a few nice bream about however, with North Beach and Crescent Head giving up a few nice fish during even sessions. Live worms and pipis have proven particularly successful. Mulloway however remain disappointingly quiet however lets hope the recent stir has a positive effect. Whether there remains any decent formations from which to target them remains to be seen.
Off the rocks, little to report as a result of the seas last week, however look for a big improvement once the seas settle. Best bets would to chase drummer or blackfish at the first opportunity, however bream and tailor should both improve once the seas back down, especially during the lead up to the next full moon.
On the outside scene, once again the weekend was a write off, however last week saw a continuation of the terrific snapper from the close in reefs off Lighthouse, Lake Cathie and Bonny Hills. As has been the case now for quite some time, soft plastics have been achieving the bulk of the success, with good numbers of fish to about ten kilos being taken. If lure fishing for reds is simply not your cup of tea, it is worth bearing in mind the style of bait fishing this technique mimics. For many years, dedicated snapper chasers have sworn by lightly weighted baits such as livies, whole squid or pillies slowly drifting down on the close in reefs, either at anchor or during a drift. Whilst this method may not achieve the constant bites that drifting with a standard snapper sinker may, the rewards are in respect to quality snapper. The key is to fish with as little weight as possible, even floating baits in a berley trail if conditions allow. Good snapper have no qualms in feeding anywhere from the mid water column to almost the surface at times, however the smaller fish and most of the rubbish certainly don’t. When you think about, this is where soft plastics are fished as opposed to baits attached to a traditional snapper lead which often simply bounce along the bottom. Perhaps this is worth thinking about when next wondering why the guys throwing plastics have a few nice reds on board, whilst your bait fishing exploits from the same locations have yielded only assorted rubbish by comparison.
When you are next up in Port Macquarie call into the shop and have a look at their great selection of tackle and bait they have on offer. You could also ask Jason and Virginia for their daily report on what’s happening on the fishing front. Call them on (02) 6583 8318.
Paul Martin from Rock Marine Bait and Tackle (rocksmarine@tsn.cc) reports that
more wind and rain pounding us again last weekend slowed the fisho’s down but before that those who got out were rewarded with some nice fish. There has been a lot of activity around Fish Rock with fair Kings up to 75cm in amongst hundreds of rats racing for the bait. There were a few small Snapper off he bottom. Those who ventured out wide towards the shelf picked up a few Bar Cod and Blue eye in reasonable conditions. Snapper were on the bite again off the reefs around Grassy with a range of plastic baits extremely effective on these species around sunrise. Floating Pilchards has also been working well. Pearl Perch are coming out of the same area with bigger fish out a little wider. There are still a few Jackets about.
Flathead are making a welcome return to our river system with some taken off the banks up to 4 kilo. Nice panners are coming out of the Back Creek on Mullet, Whitebait and plastic baits. There are straggler Blackfish about along the walls but there are a few undersize as the run comes to an end. If you can get around the oyster racks at Clybucca, throw some baits or lures at the healthy Bream living there. Good Bream are coming in along Smoky Beach from Black Rock to the Hat along with a few Salmon and Tailor. Gap Beach has had some Whiting, Bream and Tailor while the rock hoppers are using metals on the good quality Tailor.
Were a couple of week into spring, and the chill is off the early morning air, if your heading out to sea pre dawn there are Snapper waiting for you off the northern reefs to Scotts. Good numbers are still on the chew along with some nice Pearl Perch up to 3 kilos reported. There were no reports from out wide last week but with the water slowly warming up good times are ahead. Plenty of King Fish action again this week around Fish Rock with the rats outnumbering the bruisers. There are a few Mac Tuna about along the coast.
The dirty water in the river at the moment has been a godsend for the Jewfish fishermen with fish up to 20 kilo being caught at the end of the Break wall with the Killalure 150 Jew lure working a treat in the coloured water. The incoming tide has been working well for some nice Bream but there are heaps of undersize Bream so if you’re from interstate remember under 25cm its back to the water. Flathead are biting on Pilchards, Herring and Mullet with some nice fish caught over the week. One or two Blackfish are coming out of Back Creek while Hat Head Creek is producing good numbers. For the Tailor guys, the popular Raider and Quarter Back lures are back in stock. Gap and Smoky Beach fished well for Salmon Tailor and Bream last week while the Rock Hoppers cleaned up on some great Tailor.
For daily reports and special call Paul on (02) 6566 6726.
Steve Williamson from Jindabyne sent me a news letter about The Discovery Holiday Parks Family Fishing Challenge 2008/9 NSW Series which will be held at the following places.
RESULTS - Discovery Holiday Parks Family Fishing Challenge – Pambula Beach
The weekend of the 6th and 7th of September saw the second of the Discovery Parks ‘Think You Can Fish’ series at Pambula Beach. Anglers from as far as Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, and the Snowy Mountains competed in the event with the two winning anglers doing very well catching 5 out of the 7 species of fish chosen for the competition.
Everyone had a fantastic time and the weather was kind although the big seas made it impossible to fish outside or off the beach and rocks. Anglers therefore fished the estuary systems of Pambula and Merimbula. Unfortunately there was an algae problem in the Pambula River, washed in by the big seas and making it difficult to fish, however the Pambula lake was in good shape with flathead, bream and tailor for those with boats.
Merimbula Lake had plenty of luderick and bream from the boat ramp to the lake and heaps of tailor once you entered the lake. There were also quite a few whiting and plenty of trevally although a lot of the trevally caught were just undersize.
From the Merimbula Bridge to the mouth at Bar Beach, anglers had great fun catching Australian salmon and these fish were caught on various lures and soft plastics.
The base for the competition was the Discovery Holiday Parks Pambula Beach and this was a fantastic venue with all the kids having a great time using the resorts facilities. They had huge interest from both kids and adults with the magnetic fishing competition held in the resorts swimming pool. Huge catches were made and many instant prizes were won.
Our fishing competition results were as follows:
Champion Angler – Shawn Laurence
Champion Lady Angler – Kerry Webley
Best Team Award went to ‘Team 1 Snowline’ made up of Shawn and Samantha Laurence.
Runner up team - Snowline 2 - Matt McCann and Russell Cheeseman
Steve Williamson’s Junior Encouragement award went to Jake O’Shea
Anglers will now go to Discovery Holiday Parks Gerroa on the weekend of the 3rd, 4th and 5th to compete in competition 3 of the series.
Accommodation bookings for Gerroa can be made by calling 02 42341233 or gerroa@discoveryparks.com.au
NEXT COMPETITIONS
Gerroa Shores Beach Resort – Gerroa
3rd, 4th and 5th October 2008
Shadrack Beachfront Resort – Two Fold Bay, Eden
7th, 8th and 9th November 2008
Snowline Holiday Park – Lake Jindabyne
20th, 21st and 22nd February 2009
If you are interested in finding out more about this great competition you can email Steve at swtrout@airlan.com.au or just pay a visit to his web site at http://www.swtroutfishing.com.au/
For more information on what is going on up Ron’s way you can either go to his web
Site at ron@estuaryfishingtours.com.au or just give him a call on mobile 0407 66197
Jason and Virginia Isaac from Ned Kelly’s Bait and Tackle jasned@ozemail.com.au
reports On the beaches, salmon remain common, and show no real signs of disappearing any time soon. For those seeking something edible, a few nice bream are about although generally not in huge numbers with Lighthouse locally fishing as well as anywhere. Tailor however remain elusive as too mulloway.
On the beach fishing scene, once again the subject of beach hauling has raised its ugly head, this time as a result of another substantial mulloway haul from not too far south of here. Firstly, no one begrudges licensed commercial fishermen from earning a living, for remember they have a demand to meet, families to support, and most have outlaid considerable dollars in acquiring both their endorsements and equipment. However this particular practice, whether it involves bream, mullet or mulloway is arguably the least sustainable form of commercial angling still permitted as it predominately targets mass congregations of these species during their spawning runs. In today’s day and age in which declining aquatic resources are creating major concerns, the time has certainly come for this practice to cease. The long term benefits of allowing any fish species to complete its annual spawning run seems obvious, especially considering the potential breeding capabilities of the tonnes netted during these times. Why the issue of buying back these licenses has not been addressed by the relevant fisheries ministers at either state or Commonwealth level is difficult to comprehend. It would not endanger day to day market supply, yet would ultimately prolong long term commercial sustainability of the relevant species. When you think about it, its hard to see anything but a long term win outcome for recreational and commercial fishers alike if this outdated practice were to cease.
Off the rocks, drummer numbers remain reasonably consistent with the odd few fish on offer for those willing to put in the time. Most local ledges are producing however the key as always is to be prepared to be mobile, and of course berleying heavily. Blackfish numbers also remain excellent, with some solid fish being snared both locally, and around Point Perpendicular. Tailor numbers however remain below par although may improve in the lead up to the coming full moon. For those inclined to chase groper, now is just about prime time, although scoring a flat sea in which to access the better ledges is likely to the major hurdle.
In the estuary, flathead are the big improvers, with excellent catch rates across the board being reported each week. Whitebait and yabbies have been the pick of the baits, whilst those throwing lures have also enjoyed considerable success. Gone are the days when flatties were considered a summer time species, with recent years, and perhaps enhanced lure techniques, confirming this species as a genuine year round proposition. Bream numbers are somewhat shy and not expected to improve in the short term, unless of course we get some decent rain and a bit of colour back into the river. On the blackfish front however, both walls continue to fish well, whilst Limeburners and the Maria have also produced some quality bags. A few solid whiting are also getting about Limeburners and Blackman’s Point, with yabbies and worms proving the baits of choice.
Outside reports remain most encouraging for this time of year. Boats fishing closer however report good numbers of snapper as well as pearl perch, with the number of pearlies taken from less than 30 meters of water now better than anyone can recall. Wider out, the jackets have begun to disburse to a tolerable level, whilst wider still, a few yellowfin tuna are worthy targets for those partial to a bit of game fishing.
In the estuary, the focus area has certainly been around the lower reaches following the fresh coming down the Hastings. As is often the case, mulloway spinning was the number one pastime from the break walls, with both the north and south walls providing quite a few fish. The highlight was a terrific 33.6 kilo specimen taken by Andrew Nee off the north wall on a lure, however there were also plenty of fish caught in the 15 to 25 kilo bracket. Elsewhere in the estuary, bream numbers have been reasonable from the walls and up Limeburners, whilst those with black weed scored a few nice luderick when the dirt came down. Flatties have been a little quiet however look for a big improvement once the water clears a little.
On the beaches, the weather on the weekend obviously ruled out most options, something beach fisho’s have had to learn to accept this year. Before the seas burred up, salmon were common from most beaches, with no bait or lure immune from their appetite. Still a few nice bream about however, with North Beach and Crescent Head giving up a few nice fish during even sessions. Live worms and pipis have proven particularly successful. Mulloway however remain disappointingly quiet however lets hope the recent stir has a positive effect. Whether there remains any decent formations from which to target them remains to be seen.
Off the rocks, little to report as a result of the seas last week, however look for a big improvement once the seas settle. Best bets would to chase drummer or blackfish at the first opportunity, however bream and tailor should both improve once the seas back down, especially during the lead up to the next full moon.
On the outside scene, once again the weekend was a write off, however last week saw a continuation of the terrific snapper from the close in reefs off Lighthouse, Lake Cathie and Bonny Hills. As has been the case now for quite some time, soft plastics have been achieving the bulk of the success, with good numbers of fish to about ten kilos being taken. If lure fishing for reds is simply not your cup of tea, it is worth bearing in mind the style of bait fishing this technique mimics. For many years, dedicated snapper chasers have sworn by lightly weighted baits such as livies, whole squid or pillies slowly drifting down on the close in reefs, either at anchor or during a drift. Whilst this method may not achieve the constant bites that drifting with a standard snapper sinker may, the rewards are in respect to quality snapper. The key is to fish with as little weight as possible, even floating baits in a berley trail if conditions allow. Good snapper have no qualms in feeding anywhere from the mid water column to almost the surface at times, however the smaller fish and most of the rubbish certainly don’t. When you think about, this is where soft plastics are fished as opposed to baits attached to a traditional snapper lead which often simply bounce along the bottom. Perhaps this is worth thinking about when next wondering why the guys throwing plastics have a few nice reds on board, whilst your bait fishing exploits from the same locations have yielded only assorted rubbish by comparison.
When you are next up in Port Macquarie call into the shop and have a look at their great selection of tackle and bait they have on offer. You could also ask Jason and Virginia for their daily report on what’s happening on the fishing front. Call them on (02) 6583 8318.
Paul Martin from Rock Marine Bait and Tackle (rocksmarine@tsn.cc) reports that
more wind and rain pounding us again last weekend slowed the fisho’s down but before that those who got out were rewarded with some nice fish. There has been a lot of activity around Fish Rock with fair Kings up to 75cm in amongst hundreds of rats racing for the bait. There were a few small Snapper off he bottom. Those who ventured out wide towards the shelf picked up a few Bar Cod and Blue eye in reasonable conditions. Snapper were on the bite again off the reefs around Grassy with a range of plastic baits extremely effective on these species around sunrise. Floating Pilchards has also been working well. Pearl Perch are coming out of the same area with bigger fish out a little wider. There are still a few Jackets about.
Flathead are making a welcome return to our river system with some taken off the banks up to 4 kilo. Nice panners are coming out of the Back Creek on Mullet, Whitebait and plastic baits. There are straggler Blackfish about along the walls but there are a few undersize as the run comes to an end. If you can get around the oyster racks at Clybucca, throw some baits or lures at the healthy Bream living there. Good Bream are coming in along Smoky Beach from Black Rock to the Hat along with a few Salmon and Tailor. Gap Beach has had some Whiting, Bream and Tailor while the rock hoppers are using metals on the good quality Tailor.
Were a couple of week into spring, and the chill is off the early morning air, if your heading out to sea pre dawn there are Snapper waiting for you off the northern reefs to Scotts. Good numbers are still on the chew along with some nice Pearl Perch up to 3 kilos reported. There were no reports from out wide last week but with the water slowly warming up good times are ahead. Plenty of King Fish action again this week around Fish Rock with the rats outnumbering the bruisers. There are a few Mac Tuna about along the coast.
The dirty water in the river at the moment has been a godsend for the Jewfish fishermen with fish up to 20 kilo being caught at the end of the Break wall with the Killalure 150 Jew lure working a treat in the coloured water. The incoming tide has been working well for some nice Bream but there are heaps of undersize Bream so if you’re from interstate remember under 25cm its back to the water. Flathead are biting on Pilchards, Herring and Mullet with some nice fish caught over the week. One or two Blackfish are coming out of Back Creek while Hat Head Creek is producing good numbers. For the Tailor guys, the popular Raider and Quarter Back lures are back in stock. Gap and Smoky Beach fished well for Salmon Tailor and Bream last week while the Rock Hoppers cleaned up on some great Tailor.
For daily reports and special call Paul on (02) 6566 6726.
Steve Williamson from Jindabyne sent me a news letter about The Discovery Holiday Parks Family Fishing Challenge 2008/9 NSW Series which will be held at the following places.
RESULTS - Discovery Holiday Parks Family Fishing Challenge – Pambula Beach
The weekend of the 6th and 7th of September saw the second of the Discovery Parks ‘Think You Can Fish’ series at Pambula Beach. Anglers from as far as Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, and the Snowy Mountains competed in the event with the two winning anglers doing very well catching 5 out of the 7 species of fish chosen for the competition.
Everyone had a fantastic time and the weather was kind although the big seas made it impossible to fish outside or off the beach and rocks. Anglers therefore fished the estuary systems of Pambula and Merimbula. Unfortunately there was an algae problem in the Pambula River, washed in by the big seas and making it difficult to fish, however the Pambula lake was in good shape with flathead, bream and tailor for those with boats.
Merimbula Lake had plenty of luderick and bream from the boat ramp to the lake and heaps of tailor once you entered the lake. There were also quite a few whiting and plenty of trevally although a lot of the trevally caught were just undersize.
From the Merimbula Bridge to the mouth at Bar Beach, anglers had great fun catching Australian salmon and these fish were caught on various lures and soft plastics.
The base for the competition was the Discovery Holiday Parks Pambula Beach and this was a fantastic venue with all the kids having a great time using the resorts facilities. They had huge interest from both kids and adults with the magnetic fishing competition held in the resorts swimming pool. Huge catches were made and many instant prizes were won.
Our fishing competition results were as follows:
Champion Angler – Shawn Laurence
Champion Lady Angler – Kerry Webley
Best Team Award went to ‘Team 1 Snowline’ made up of Shawn and Samantha Laurence.
Runner up team - Snowline 2 - Matt McCann and Russell Cheeseman
Steve Williamson’s Junior Encouragement award went to Jake O’Shea
Anglers will now go to Discovery Holiday Parks Gerroa on the weekend of the 3rd, 4th and 5th to compete in competition 3 of the series.
Accommodation bookings for Gerroa can be made by calling 02 42341233 or gerroa@discoveryparks.com.au
NEXT COMPETITIONS
Gerroa Shores Beach Resort – Gerroa
3rd, 4th and 5th October 2008
Shadrack Beachfront Resort – Two Fold Bay, Eden
7th, 8th and 9th November 2008
Snowline Holiday Park – Lake Jindabyne
20th, 21st and 22nd February 2009
If you are interested in finding out more about this great competition you can email Steve at swtrout@airlan.com.au or just pay a visit to his web site at http://www.swtroutfishing.com.au/
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