Poor guy hits reef outside hillarys  marina last night and sinks his boat. Hope he saved his catch.

 Just packing to head up to Exmouth from the 2nd till the 16th. Anyone members be up there at the same time? 

I will have the family in tow, staying at the Ningaloo caravan park camping it and will be bringing a 5.2m Ali roundabout up. Also have some other family and friends coming and going over the 2 weeks but hope to get out fishing as much as weather (and the missus) allows!

Havent fished up there other than the FW Como a few years back so any general advice appreciated!

Cheers,

Ben. 

 Reading WA Water Authority Annual reports to gather more information on their performance for the wate water outlets Point Peron, City Beach & Swanbourne and found an item that might be of interest in their metrics for past several years. No reports of odours or discolouration of water. So if anyone does, note to yourself to report it to the Water Corp for their records.

They continue to tell us that algal blooms are natural, won't argue with that, BUT the WA Health Dept warn that excessive nutrients will cause larger blooms. So if the WA Water Corp continue to pump out crap it only stands to reason that we will get large algal blooms. Haven't got this years report out but for 2016 & 17 the water corp have exceeded the license requirement for dischaging Faecal Pathogens (PC way of saying shit germs) into the water, Letters to the minister for water is okay with that. For those that fish Rocky area out from Point Peron plans are to double the volume discharged as East Rockingham WWTP grows.

If anyone wants to follow my awareness campaign in detail have a look at Clean Up Our Coast ..... https://www.facebook.com/Clean-Up-Our-Coast-1699348076819217/notifications/

Just a reminder to check your EPIRB, went to Exmouth early in May cleaned the boat out when we got home and when replacing the gear gave the GME EPIRB a check and the battery was flat, not due for replacement until 2026, there appeared to be cracks that developed near the GPS sender, can't remember dropping or hitting it with anything and when not in use the boat is in a shed, the top had discoloured as well. Sent it to GME in Sydney and they're replacing it under warrenty so all good in that regard so just putting it out there that everyone should do a regular checks as it could save you a bit if grief.

 https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/western-australia/crayfish-season-now-all-year-round-in-western-australia-20180530-p4zibi.html

 And a quote of the article

"Fisheries minister Dave Kelly said WA's sustainable fisheries management ensured there was enough fish for everyone, hoping the extension would open the door to winter rock lobster fishing at key holiday destinations, such as Rottnest Island, the Abrolhos Islands and the Cape to Cape region in WA’s Southwest.

“This decision is expected to stimulate winter tourism along our stunning coastline, to the
benefit of businesses in our coastal communities, Mr Kelly said.

“The season extension is testament to WA’s successful integrated fisheries management
strategies, which ensure we have fish for the future and that our marine environment is
ecologically sustainable."

Recfishers on both the south and west coasts will now have the same night fishing curfew, be restricted to two floats and required to ensure the top half of their pot ropes are held vertically in the water column, when using more than 20 metres of rope. These new rules will apply all year-round.

This arrangement gets ropes off the surface and complements the whale interaction mitigation measures already in place for the commercial sector."

The last bit about rope managment is nice to hear, not sure how many people will be dropping pots for crays in the middle of winter with the swell around, but hey it does give people the option.

 Hey all,

I'm looking to catch some gardies to take up north and turn them into macs, but just thought I'd ask if anyone knows if they (gardies) are around at the moment. Preferably Hillaries through Mindarie, but I'm willing to travel a bit.

Any tips would be appreciated. Cheers.

 www.thehulltruth.com/boating-forum/934447-jupiter-inlet-no-mercy.html

Video of a big CC cat sticking the bow under at the notorious Jupiter Inlet. Always worries me looking at Western Whalers and CC cats with no wavebreaker--just a giant scoop waiting to fill you up.

To all owners I like to have your opinion of how Van Staal reels compares to Daiwa, Shimano or Penn. While I started with Penn and Daiwa half a lifetime ago, I always had to work harder in winding in the Penn compared to the Daiwa or Shimano. All this is really are gear ratios which Penn's is worse than any of the Japanese maybe all other makes. I like to know what the Van Staal is like in this sense when fishing with it. When you are getting old like me you need all the help you can get. 

ken

 Hi guys and gals.

I own a 580 Formosa and love it (fuel economy) is 1.6 but it’s not suitable for the trips I want to do so in peoples opinion what boat would people buy for long range fishing that can carry four men and kit so a extended hard top is a must.

I’m just after a fishing machine and any suggestions muchly appreciated.

 hi guys , anyone have a standard or aftermarket handle for a 3500HD certate (blue model) that they wopuld sell ? cheers 

 looks like there a bit of gap in the weather tonight and tommorrow swell is still up but we are going to have a go. Big burley trail and edge of the bank where last time we got a dhue and a pink. 

Here is a quick video I put together when setting up my new rod and reel for jigging, hopefully it helps someone new to jigging. 

So with thebalmy weather  a quick trip north was on the cards  mothers day was perfect but no chance there ! Couldnt  believe that the weather  stayed good  through till last weekend 

So talked to the boss then talked to a mate and we were all set for a 3am departure and back  for monday

now for a first trip who ya gunna call ! Rob H!

Thanks for all the info Rob

Left batavia mid morning  and steamed over in about 2 hours fished around hummock island and trolled few lures for not much  Heaps Birds  and activity but no strikes ..Cruised the eastern  side and found a  public mooring  for the night. Easterlies  were howling  the next day so stayed shallow Picked up some solid pinkys so put the mask on .. baldy city! Had a good day on baldys and trout .

moored at a great spot the next night  and had a bit of land under our feet for the arvo   

Easterlies were pumping again  next day so quick fish before  we headed back to geraldton

was a great first trip and will definitely be back!

Used about 70 L each way with a 200 suzuki 6.5  metre boat so well within the range of most traler boats  

 Saw the the Simrad and Raymarine sidescan post so thought I would post some Garmin ones for comparisson.

 Looking to buy a new one soon. Which one and why ? Any recommendations and where to buy it cheers.

Marko

 Saw all of these ads today. Glen Iris is in Bunbury.

https://jobsearch.gov.au/job/view/details/2282029923?context=c8be07c1-89d5-468f-8ebc-b02db0c9bf5c&utm_campaign=joraau&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=joraau

https://jobsearch.gov.au/job/view/details/2282029849?context=c8be07c1-89d5-468f-8ebc-b02db0c9bf5c&utm_campaign=joraau&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=joraau

https://jobsearch.gov.au/job/view/details/2282029913?context=c8be07c1-89d5-468f-8ebc-b02db0c9bf5c&utm_campaign=joraau&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=joraau

https://jobsearch.gov.au/job/view/details/2282029870?context=c8be07c1-89d5-468f-8ebc-b02db0c9bf5c&utm_campaign=joraau&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=joraau

https://jobsearch.gov.au/job/view/details/2282029881?context=c8be07c1-89d5-468f-8ebc-b02db0c9bf5c&utm_campaign=joraau&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=joraau

New boat? new licence? What are they fishing for?

Enjoy

 Few shots from Sunday? Dhus, baldys, Queenie's, harlies, black ass and sbt's all on jigs and plastics.

Shore Catch in Wangara has a valued staff member taking some well-deserved leave in June/July. We are therefore seeking a person(s) for short term replacement, with the potential for ongoing part time employment in a growing business with a high emphasis on quality.

Expressions of interest will be accepted prior to 31 May through FB message or . Applicants need to provide a cv and a short statement as to why they may be suited to the position. Interviews will be conducted the following week and selected applicants will be expected to present in person for a short trial in processing high quality fish based products.

Employment conditions are in accordance with the Seafood Processing Award, and up to 20 hours on 2-3 full days during the week may be required. Training will be provided to the selected applicant(s).

The position would suit a young person with an active interest in recreational fishing, where part time employment suits current circumstances. All prospective applicants are however encouraged to apply.

If you know someone that might be suitable, please let them know.  Why wouldn't you want to work with Callum. 

 To take the tinny out in the sound for some snapper fishing ala snapper1991 whatever his name was lol?

Getting some heavy rain and wind here in Gero now.

Power went out a while ago, so sitting here in the dark with the Missus.

 Hi all, am wondering why you cant go from Gnarloo to Warrora station. 

 Any one know what this is? Caught today in exmouth 

This is an interesting idea; hope it works for him.

thewest.com.au/business/fremantle-fisherman-jim-mendolia-goes-gourmet-with-wa-wild-salmon-canning-venture-ng-b88835548z

just read on the Rockingham Fishing Facebook another fisho was bashed with a baseball bat and had his gear, car and yak stolen when fishing at the yacht club jetty in Rockingham. Also had his gear pinched a couple of weeks back when he had a medical episode on the jetty in Rockingham. I believe moves are underway to help him out with some gear and a car.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/233724963493949/?hc_ref=ARQ0cESsNfZSfg6QmXrGfJL5NvbnFNHc-lquoeb4w6ouMGUl2UhglE2T_bg6G-Jd34Q

 After snapping my stock standard lowrance transom mount transducer off I'm looking for a replacement if anyone is selling anything to suit? Failing that looking for recommendations on what to get for something mid range. Very rarely go deep mainly just looking for good diving ground. I was looking at a p66 but do all these have a speed sensor incorporated in them? Hoping to avoid these speed sensors as the boat lives in the water.

 Hi All,

Do many boat fishos out there use Lever drag OH reels for bottom bashing insead of star drag? Ive always used a star drag Penn Torque as my OH reel for fishing bait but wouldnt mind upgrading to a new top end LD reel but not sure if its a pain in the arse always backing the drag off when dropping down and deeper. We fish 40-70M and a lot of drop offs so constantly letting more line out.

Just seems most of the strong and light OH reels are LD now.

Cheers

Woody

heading down to coral bay from 25th May till about the 1st June. Just wondering how or if you guys wash your motors out? Been told by coral bay we aren't allowed to do it? Also I know the weather has been shit lately there ( windy ) I'm only bringing a 460 renegade do you think that will be sufficient? I will be wanting to get out wide enough to get some good fish? any tips? Cheers!

Just a reminder that these people are out there - pretty cunning set up too - using someone else's ABN to appear legit

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/western-australian-scammed-out-of-2000-after-buying-outboard-motor-online-20180521-p4zgnd.html

 Hi all built a new craypot on Saturday now i have a little bit bigger boat i have gone bigger with my pot. I also halfed the angle to keep the bait baskets further away, this pot didn't cost too much as alot of the hardware i had collected off the beach at xmas while it was too windy to fish. I am thinking of buying a pot tipper from fish wise if anyone here has one would love to hear any feedback?