Hey guys I just moved too port Kennedy and I'm keen to do abit of fishing from the ffb if anyone has any coordinates out from warnbro sound would be sweet.whats some good baits for dufish??cheers guys

Well looks like im heading to Exmouth for 6 days in Feb. As per usual its not just a fishin trip but a photography and snorling /tours etc.

I know its cyclone season and will be pretty hot but any one know how clear the conditions will be that time of year providing a dirty cyclone isnt around . Hoping for clear sunny skys for my photography. Just hoping its not going to be pissin down all week like a wetseason in the NT

CHEERS FOR ANY ADVISE :)

Hi Guys,

Can anyone please help with some decent settings for the lowrance combo, 7x sounder.
Ive been playing around with it a fair bit, although just cant get it the way I like it....IE big fish arches etc.
I normally fish anywere from 20 - 50m of water.

Any help would be appreciated.

Cheers

We are heading up to Greenhead for the long weekend, and just chasing a little info on the place, fishing, boat ramp etc?

One bloke i work with said he was up there a week ago and half the boat ramp was closed as it had been damaged by the storms? The boat ramp itself, is it generally a safe easy to use ramp?

Fishing wise, looks fairly easy to go either north or south of the main reef? Any publically known barges etc where some sambo jigging can be done?

Any info anyone has would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers

Bodie

 Hi everyone, I just have a few questions about Denham / monkey Mia as I heading there this weekend for a week. I have a 4.75m boat and been told I wasting my time going up this time of the year as the winds are apparently real bad. As we are staying in Denham if it blows up/when it blows up can u go to the monkey Mia side and still fish from a boat or is the chop still unbearable. Any help will be much appreciated its just me and my gf heading up and she loves fishing too so would love to now more about the place. Thanks

Hi guys,

Just after bit of advice on what rod to buy ( make and line class rating ) for fishing at anchor on Five Fathom ( drifting baits out the back of boat for snapper and whatever else is around ) and also for snapper fishing in Sound.
Budget upto $250.

Cheers,
Joycey

not as spectacular as paul h work photos , wife found this pic and said "what happened to you over the years" but back in the day this is a pic of me and the appy sorting out a steering problem on the notoriously cantankerous Rio tug boat Star (Saturn , Mars and Comet) were much better behaved

starting to look good for next weekend :)

 Hi lads

Just bought a 3.9 savage tinny, with 25 evinrude, both early 80s, but in good condition, I have all saftey gear UHF, sounder, flares n jackets, but just wondering the best area to give it a blast nor as only been in the river, but keen to launch it in the Ocean

Cheers

just curious. when flushing your engine. does anyone disconnect the fuel line while flushing so fuel drains out the carbbies? i often do that but i have been experiencing fuel surging issues of late. i have changed fuel filter and always have full tanks when i head out. doesnt seem to be sucking air and only does it every now and again. only thing i can put it down to is disconnecting the fuel line when i flush the engine. i have an 1998 (or there a bouts) Toshatsu. any thoughts?

Last trip out I noticed my much beloved Xzoga rod had a bit of an issue between the 2nd and 3rd eyes. Seems that the other layer has split. Is this going to turn into a bigger issue in the future or cause any major weak spot that may break under load or is it really only cosmetic? I do like to fish this rod pretty hard and have always considered it unbreakable. It's 3 years old now but apart from that it's still it top condition.

Hey guys im heading down to Yallingup for 5 days from Friday next week. Only been down that way once before and didn't really get a chance to wet a line. I will have my little 14ft runabout in tow but will also be doing some land based during the stay. Where would you guys recommend for me to try? Also is the artificial reef out of Busselton worth a look?

Appreciate the help 

 Will be heading to Shark bay in October and is anyone has any tips etc, also looking for some coords for Black rock, turtle bay and any others would be appreciated. Can PM me if you like. Cheers in advance.

 At the local this morning.

This latest blow should stir up the snapper action next week- hopefully?

This bit of info is taken from the ABC 720 radio fishing column today.  A couple of "fishos" thought that the fishing regs and the future of our fishing future don't count for much.  Big and expensive mistake. I for one are very glad to see the fisheries boys make the pinch on people of this ilk, well done guys/girls.

HEAVY COURT FINES FOR PRE-CHRISTMAS FISHING TRIPS 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, a Karratha angler 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 emperor, and coral trout and the nearshore species stripey seaperch. On Tuesday 10 September he 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 him 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 the angler’s overall penalty was $6,839.35 – an important message for anyone who might ignore the rules. In another case heard on 10 September, another Karratha angler 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 he had stated false particulars in order to avoid receiving a fine. A check of his catch found an undersized coral trout, which was able to be returned to the water on the day, but in court this week he was given a fine and additional penalty of $1,450 for having possession of the fish, which at 42 cm 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 45 cm.” For all of his offences, the angler was ordered to pay a total of $3,579.35.

 G'day, just wondering what would be a good reel to suit the samurai reaction 10-20 lb stick. Best reel and size to suit it. 

Cheers

Hey All,

Heading down to Hamelin bay next weekend never been there before, doing some land based fishing from the beaches and rocks anyone know any good spots or reports of where some fish are biting? I am not expecting any salmon at this time of year more tailor,skippy and possibly a kingy or something larger if I send the balloon out. Some suggestions would be good.

Cheers,

Lowza

Hi All.

Went out last night with a mate Dave around Sulphur Rock and Harding Rock, (Just inside Garden Island) hoping to bag my first sized Cockburn Pinkie. On the water about 5.00pm and conditions were fantastic. We were the only boat there to start with, plenty of action on the sounder (well it looked good to me!) so burley bucket was deployed & baits sent down. Wrasse were absolutely thick, we were in about 8m and you literally couldn't get a bait to the bottom. Tried with weights, without weights, casting away from the boat butthe pickers were unbelievable. After dark they dropped right off, and we had high hopes of getting the big Pinkie!

First snapper like fish on board was a little tacker, about 15cm, and looked like a cross between a pinkie and a silver bream. No blue spots at all, and generally silver in colour, but had a definite pink sheen under the lights? Anyways he was the first, followed by plenty more 15-20cm sized pinks over the course of the night, all looking nice & healthy. A few more boats joined us after dark, but nothing substantial landed. The decision was made to try Harding rock, a quick trip over there (conditions were great!) and the sounder lit up like I have never seen! Pulled up on a steep drop off from about 5m down to 9m, with lots of fish on the sounder. This is it we thought!

Burley deployed, baits dropped, hundreds of bites, lots of baby pinks but no larger models. We both had a few more serious bites, but didn't manage to hook up. We tried weighted rigs, floaters, whole baby squid, whole mulies, mulie chunks, squid chunks, single hooks, snelled pairs, big hooks, little hooks all sorts to no avail. There was a kamikaze dolphin cruising around, was very curious and I think he wanted us to feed him (we didn't). I put the prawn light in the water while he was hanging around and had a great view, they are a good looking creature. I found it strange that we didn't get any herring or gardies (certainly plenty of burley), whiting or even skippy. Other than Pinkies & Wrasse, we caught a few snook, a couple of rock cod & trumpeter.

Back to the ramp, tail between our legs, around 11.30pm. Probably a solid five hours fishing, and not one keeper on board. No regrets, it was a great night, boat lights worked beatifully (this was their first "real" test) and good company, but I was really hoping for at least a feed, and my Mrs is giving me grief! She threatened to put my boat on Gumtree unless I can come up with the goods!

So please, for the love of all that is good, somebody help me out? I probably won't get another chance before the ban, but will try the outside of GI or again after the demersal ban.

Failing that I'm gonna have to call past Kailis on my way home next time.

Cheers,

BD.

 hey guys am wondering after a a few hours fishing last night for no pink larger the 28cm are they in as large numbers in size as they say they are. I mean majority of the pinks caught ive got plastics bigger then them. really want too get some b4 closure where is best hot bite atm.....any help would be good.either sound or would you recommend a tad deeper out wide.

Last night at my pinky spot in cockburn sound i landed a Dhufish ( about 45cm) This is a first for me!

Anyone else been getting Dhufish in the sound ?

Cheers,

Vinnie

 Has anyone got any fishing reports for Kalbarri at the moment?

any crabs in the river?

Hey lads and ladies, It may not be the typical spring weather we are used to which has limited the fishing opportunities but what better time than to come in and grab a bargain for when the weather decides to play ball which shouldn't be to far away.

Storewide (Excluding Bait) is UPTO 20% off the marked price. This sale will be running from Saturday 20th September to Sunday 29th September. The pricing can not be honored afer this specific time frame and no Layby's are available at the special pricing.

We will be having Daiwa Megatwin 1000 electric reels available at $1120 FW special price. This price is only available until stocks run out. Daiwa is having a price increase and after these stocks are gone the price is going to rise well above what they currently are. So now is the prime time to buy them!

We also have plenty of the right stuff for making Super deep rigs, Plenty of Sinkers, Jigs and rods to get you out there.

Also we have back instock Shimano Stella's in sizes 4000xg and 5000xg. These are premium reels as all know. The 4000xg we are doing at $799 and the 5000xg is $899. If your after an awesome demersal jigging reel or something for a bit of light to medium casting you cant go wrong with these at this awesome price.

Jigging Master gear has just been topped up. So we have more reels in the cabinet with already a few sold over the past two days. A few rods have shifted already with out us even getting the chance to get them out of the box! For some of the best jigging rods, reels and accessories come in and check out the Jigging Master gear.

More jigs have been added to the ever exanding jig wall. Fresh stock of Evergreen Caprice, Fisherman Andaman, Daiwa Pirates plus a few new additions including Clicks Free slow jigs and Nature boys Slow riders.

Heaps more gear instore to check out and remember its upto 20% off store wide excluding bait.

Drop in and say hi and come talk a deal with us.

Cheers

 My Dad and I are heading down to South Mole on Saturday morning hoping for a lucky LBSnapper.  Can anyone suggest a rig to use?  I would normally use a paternoster, 2 dropper loops, 8/0 and 5/0 keeper hook but I'm not sure if this would be suffice for snapper off the rocks?

Any help or advice would be much aappreciated cheers Luke

I have a set of rod riggers but was thinking about making outriggers, if it's possible. I know you can buy them but I get a kick out of making things when I can . I can fabricate some bases easily enough but was wondering what to use for the poles . I have access to some 18foot extendable ( telescopic) aluminium poles but they seem a bit flimsy at the tip section . not sure how stiff they need to be . Never been on a boat with outriggers so not sure what they should be like . If anyone has had a go at making there own I would appreciate any tips or ideas .

Thanks
Paul

Enjoy

Could someone tell me whether or not you can get either Carnarvon or Denham on vhf marine radio when you are fishing off the top of Cape Peron?

 Has anyone tried the Shimano Force Master 9000 electric reel for deep dropping?

If so, what are your thoughts compared to the Tanacom Bull 1000 and the Shimano Beast Master 9000ZB.

Torn about which reel to get.

Thanks,


bob

after getting slugged with a 14k tax bill for the last financial year, I got a letter from the ATO today telling me my investments make too much money and I have to pay PAYE tax now on it. What the hell. I am only 52 and have to support myself and my family as (I live on the money that my investments make) I cant work due to injury's . The money I have I made by leaving school at 15 and working my guts out in the Pilbara and whilst I had fun up there I saved my pennys,

I have mates that did the same but wasted all their money and are on disability pensions or the dole now, so much for preparing for later in life, I would be better off going to the casino with my money betting it on the toss of a coin, if I win I double my money, if I lose it makes me entitled to government services. what a joke no incentive for preparing for later life

 Hi guys i was wondering how fishing in augusta is in feburary cos im going down there for two weeks next year? We have a boat and was wondering what type of fish you can catch and if possible where to fish. 

Thanks

 Few boys looking to jump on a charter on shift change but charters are very expensive up here. Are there any other options up here like hire and drive yourself boats that anyone knows of.