Yesterday was such a beautiful day I deecided to head down to Florat Drain in the afternoon to see if there were any salmon around.
My youngest daughter, who likes fishing but has done very little beach fishing before - and a work mate - who is keen to learn a bit more about fishing, came along. It was fun trying to pass on some tips about beach fishing to them both.
It was a beautiful night down there - but the fish were very quiet and between both of them they caught three small whiting and one big herring. My daughter was pretty excited about her herring.
The whiting were in plague proportions - but there were no tailor - or salmon.
Hopefully they are on their way.
All the best, Colin Hay

hey guys has any 1 tried siglon line befor just got it in the shop yesterday took it out last night and for a mono it is bloody awesum by far the best mono i have ever touched . usually a braid man but could be converted in a few sinarios i think. has any one els had exp with it before wouldnt mind a bit of feed back on what you thaught .
cheers brenz

Armed with a chart, planning my first trip offshore (5 fathom bank outside GI)  this weekend, any suggestions on what I need to be mindful of for safety. IE hazards, weather?

Will be launching from Jervous Bay @ first light if all goes to plan. 

15ft Voyager f/glass 1/2 cabin

60HP Mariner

Cheers 

Im going shopping on thursday and wondering all your preferred tailor/salmon lures. im may be  goin fishing early saturday mornin b4 work and im outta good lures. :(

Heading up to Lano Friday arvo do some beach fishing. Friday night and the Saturday morning hopfully get some tailor .Then we'll have a surf for a few hours and head for home for a boat fish Saturday arvo, followed buy a day on the boat Sunday as long as the weather stays good .Anyone else heading out on the weekend , as seabreeze is looking great..

 anyone fishing in the next day or so ??? around pointperon

I can't say too much as yet, but my company (which also runs exhibitions), has been approached by an international company about the possibility of staging a new fishing show in Perth.

We are a long way off putting together the final details - but I would imagine it would feature trade stands (ie tackle companies and shops), demonstrations, presentations, etc.

I wonder what everyone's feelings are about whether a show of that nature would be of interest to local fishermen.

What would be the best timing for such a show, etc.

All input, positive and negative, welcome.

Many thanks, Colin Hay

Howdy All,

I'm heading down to Albany for Anzac Day on my big boat (HMAS Anzac). We get in the day before Anzac Day and was wondering if anyone was up for taking me fishing. I should be good to go from about 3pm. Off the beach, in a river, from a boat (can never get enough sea time) - I'll have a bit of gear onboard so whatever is offered I'm up for it. Happy to show people over the ship as a fair trade.
Cheers,
Scott.

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I am thinking of heading over to Rotto for a fishing expedition in the next few weeks. If anyone is willing to give away a few tips on good lanbased fishing spots over there it would be appreciated.
Many thanks, Colin Hay

Another Govt media release

Skippers need safety ticket from today
From today, the Recreational Skipper's Ticket (RST) is required for those operating recreational vessels in Western Australia.

Planning and Infrastructure Minister Alannah MacTiernan said today's RST deadline marked an important milestone in the introduction of one of the most significant marine safety initiatives in WA.

“After a two-year roll-out of the regulations,from today, people in charge of a recreational vessel with a motor of more than 4.5 kilowatts (6HP) require an RST,” Ms MacTiernan said.

“The Skipper’s Ticket requires people in charge of recreational vessels to have a minimum level of skill and knowledge needed to protect themselves, their passengers and to share the water safely with others.

“Skippers must have their RST to operate a vessel, or face an on the spot fine of $200.”

The Minister said strong support for the initiative from the boating community throughout WA had resulted in more than 84,500 tickets being issued by the Department for Planning and Infrastructure, with another 3,000 applications currently being processed.

“There are about 87,000 registered recreational vessels in WA, so the basic ratio of tickets to vessels is pleasing at this stage of the introduction of the RST,” she said.

“Authorised providers of RST training and assessment report a continued high level of inquires and bookings, which will further boost the number of qualified skippers in WA.

“DPI Marine and Regional Transport Officers, Department of Fisheries Marine Officers and Water Police will be enforcing the new requirement on all WA waterways.”

For more information about the RST or for the contacts details of one of department’s large network of authorised training and assessment providers, log on to http://www.dpi.wa.gov.au/imarine

Alternatively, call the department’s RST hotline 9216 8966 for a copy of the free workbook or to obtain further information

Seabreeze is forcasting 3 days of not a lot of wind. They gotta be right for at least one of them

If anyone is heading out and would like a deckie, I would love to get out there. It's been too long.

This maybe a stupid question but has any one else seen Stella 16000's? I was fliking trough a mates old copy of nafa on jigging and it had two japanese anglers using them and I was wondering are they available in australia and what is there gear ratio on them, they look similar to Stella 20000 except the spool is different.

Gday,

Wondering where all the Gardies are around the metro area? need some troll baits for up north!

Cheers

Sam

hey guys heading up to green head in two weeks time just woundering if any one has been there before as where new to the area. any information regarding the off shore area, also keen to do some diving around the reefs ,does anyone know if theres a marine park there and if spearfishing is allowed any info on the area would be greatly apprciated.cheers

Has anyone heard of any salmon sightings in the Metro area?
A mate of mine fished at Yanchep yesterday and there were reports of some small schools passing through.
He tried a few casts with mulies at one school but they weren't interested and were't hanging around.
All the best, Colin Hay

do u think snapper would be close by?? near the rocks?? after a rain this morning? anybody trying to go after them?? btw does anyone knows whether the sound is still close for pinkies?

iv finally decided to buy myself an alvey abd im wondering what are some reccomendations. iv ben looking at the 500B surf and another one i cant rememebr

Would be interesting to hear different peoples opinions on fish stocks regarding the 5 fish mentioned in the new fishing proposals? Where do you mainly fish what area and depth etc? Have you seen a big or small decline in fish stocks or has it stayed much the same? How many years have you fished off the WA coast 5,10, 20 years etc? Would be good if peoples own opinions where respected and this forum didn't turn into a slagging match between who's right and who's wrong. You need to take into account new technology as better sounders and GPS make things alot easier. In the early days we relied on compass, paper sounders and a sumlog to tell distance so things were very hit and miss when fishing 40km offshore.

Jason.

If you had to rate the top five fighting fish you have ever caught what would they be?( on fighting quality alone) mine are
1. giant trevally
2. yellowfin tuna
3. baldchin
4. sambo's
5. cobia
It is a question that has alot to be debated about i just wonder what other people think fight harder

we r booked to stay in exxy ,aug 2 - 16 taking an 8m seaquest and my 7m southbound, got a hse which we stay at a lot love to catch up and fish/have a beer with some fishwrecked crew... any1 let me know also welcome to come out fishing ..

Just wondering if any one running a lowrance sounder has taken any interest into the new broadband sounder add on , had a look at their site last night and it looks interesting also the 3d imaging gps card which fits the globalmap lowrance series chartplotters which looks to me as a very great idea. Was thinking of changing out both the sounder and chartplotter but now i think ill just grab the broadband add on and wait a month to get the new card for the chartplotter and the free download from lowrance  to run the navionics platnum card

Wondering if anyone has the low down on these gizmos??

I have been told there are some good makes available and some not, and a bit of debate as to their effectiveness

Example:

http://www.uberreview.com/2008/03/shark-shield-surf-anti-shark-device-eaten-by-shark.htm

The manufacturer claims that the device does work but that due to the design it will only be effective while a surfer is stationary and waiting for a wave. If you are actually surfing, or paddling, you could be out of luck. At any rate, I cannot think of a more spectacular product testing failure than this one."

 hey anyone fishing in the river tonight planing a trip  to deepwater point  . has anyone been doing any good  im hopen the blowyes  slow own after dark  also has anyone  seen much bait around

Hi everyone just like to say thankyou for your support and words of encouragement .Thanks to John at joondalup compleate angler for is help,in all i raised near $1000 for the Leukaemia foundation. here are the pics prity arn't i THANK AMY

anyone from NOR going out on sunday and need a deckie...i'll be happy to fill the spot...with chip in for fuel and bait and will wan to learn more... ehhe really keen to go out if the weather is permitted?

well is anyone heading out , or are we all going to sulk all weekend. Me im going for a dive tommorrow and might fish sunday weather permiting.

Hi guys
Does anyone have an update on acces to Exmouth at the moment with the rain of late? I have a road trip planned up there leaving tuesday 1 April. Are the Cape roads still driveable? I'll be in a 4wd.
Thanks
Tim

Hey guys,

does any body know some areas where i can fish for flathead.... i heard of an are in east freo where there are flats...any body know whree exactly and care to direct me to some flats that are holding these critters.... location south of river... any help would be awesome... i have seen couple of posts but if you could help me out on more recent spots that would be awesome...

cheers in advance

happy fishing!!

I was impressed with one from a tinnie!
Got this from my BCF Newsletter

http://bcf.com.au/mailout/aprilnewsletter/marlin.html

BOM reports that Panhco is moving south west and weakening rapidly.