Hi there, weather is looking really bad/ok/good/fair .anyone heading out for a fish? We are heading out on "operation Baldchin"  leaving hillarys early morning!

Hi guys just wanting any info of any places around perth reefs or just any good place to go snorkling and spear fishing anything would be good cheers ?

just wondering if the busso jetty has been opened back up yet

hey guys just a quick question on the high risk and medium risk bag limits can the two be mixed ,meaning if i catch a dewy and a queeny (high risk bag limit) then decide to target species in the (medium risk bag limit),say two bronze whalers can i go home with a total of 4 fish,dewy,queeny,two whalers or can i only stick with one category! CHEERS!

  Hi crabbers have you tried the new Willie Hook instead of the old scoop net, read on

 Breakin’ crab net poles? .Breakin’ the crab to pieces?Havin’ to replace nets ?  The mud bin’ stirred up & U can’t seeMissin’ your catch?  .Havin’ nets clutter the boat. 

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It’s so easy, within’ a few moments,  U will be an expert, never miss another crab,.NO damage to the crab, it’s the ducks nuts and the best way to catch ‘em. When you see the catch, sum it up for size, slowly place the hook at the back of the crab (just behind one of his claw arm’s) FIG 1.His arm’s will be out to greet U , slowly pull the hook toward you, pull the hook out of the water vertically and you will find the crab caught in the hook FIG 2.Tip the hook over the ( now near) full bucket and thrust down, the crab will fall away into the bucket FIG 3 (no more crabs dangling from the net and you havin’ to bash them off). 

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hI,

does anyone have a Bosch battery are they any good? was going to get one with 600cca

Can anyone please help out with any advice on how to catch a decnt fish (ie. dhuie, snapper, baldie, KG etc) out from the Dawesville channel.  I'm not after anyones spots, just some general advice on depths, directions, rigs, bait etc.  Anything would be helpful because we aren't having much luck.  We've had one KG in about 5 trips out and the rest is wrasse and rock cods.  It's a bit frustrating but we keep trying cause we love being out there.

Cheers

And fish the Tarpon run next year.Has anyone done it if so which charter is the go.Any input is good input.Cheers

Hey guys,

Im lookiong at going down to busso in a couple of weeks and was planning a little fishing. I have a 19ft fiberglass. Has anyone got any ideas of spots to try??

I roughly know were the 4 mile reef is but was wondering if any one knows anywhere else.

Cheers

Shawn

i get down to harvey a bit mainly hunting trout (still getting redfin anyway)  but when the weather is a bit hotter and the trout move into deeper water i put more effort into redfin but all we seem to catch are little ones so my question i guess is has anyone pulled in any desent size redfin at harvey dam and does anyone have any tips to catch the bigger ones    

hey folks just curious who here is going to enter, which harbour they are launching from, and any previous storys or info to share will be my first time since i have only been a boat onwer for a short time would love some feedback thanks.

Hi

Was just wondering if anyone could recommend some lures to use on a upcoming fishing trip to Albany.
All the guys going have never really fished with lures, so I pretty much have no clue where to start, we are probably going to try trolling around Breaksea Island if that helps.

Would love any help.

Cheers Chris

Hello Gents. I'm in the process of organising yet another trip to Steep Point in March and was wondering if anyone has heard if any fish were being caught land based. Thanks Ray

hi there a mate and me thinking about doing a night fish friday night and i want to know what the rules are regarding bag limits whan staying out at sea overnight! are we aloud to bring 4 dhuis in if say we went out fri night 5pm and come back 5am are we allowed to bring in two days catch? any help would be muchly apprecated thanks crew!! ads

Im off to Vanuatu in April for 1 Month and enjoy my Spearfishing and Fishing, has anyone any contacts or info on the ideal places to go for a fix.

Looking at taking my free dive gear prob not my gun, but the Stella 18000 fella has to come for the flight.

Aquagenes

Release date: 03/02/10
The growing popularity of the waters in the northern suburbs for recreational boating, personal water craft (PWC) use and other aquatic activities has prompted significant changes, including the introduction of a new ski area and new speed restrictions.

Department of Transport Manager Navigational Safety and Compliance Ray Buchholz said increased boating activity coupled with safety concerns had prompted a formal review of aquatic usage between Hillarys Boat Harbour and Quinns Beach.

"Congestion in some areas has seen conflict between users increase in recent years," Mr Buchholz said.

The changes to the gazetted areas for on-water activities, combined with improved education and increased compliance patrols, will ensure safer operation of the waters even at the busiest times," Mr Buchholz said.

"As part of the 12 month review undertaken by the Department, officers consulted extensively with the City of Joondalup, City of Wanneroo, Department of Environment and Conservation, Department of Fisheries, Water Police, Whitfords Sea Search Rescue, Surf Lifesaving WA, Boating WA and the Hillarys Yacht Club.”

The changes include:

a significant expansion of the existing Whitfords ski area;

the creation of a new ski area off Quinns Beach;

the creation of an eight knot speed restriction extending 200m offshore from the southern end of the Mindarie Marina breakwater to the northern end of Quinns Beach; and,

amendments to the existing eight knot speed restrictions areas at the entrance of Hillarys Boat Harbour and Ocean Beach Boat Harbour.
Mr Buchholz said 25 marker buoys defining the new zones had been installed at strategic points and new signage erected at adjacent boat ramps to assist skippers and other users comply with new gazettal areas.

"Transport has also updated its boating guide for the waters between Hillarys and Quinns Beach to clearly show the gazetted areas for boating, water skiing and PWC use and it is available free of charge," Mr Buchholz said.

People wanting a copy of the new Hillarys Boating Guide or more information about the changes can visit www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarine or contact the Department on 9431 1011.

Media contact: Bronwyn Hillman 0408 098 220

02 February 2010

Minister for Fisheries Kon Vatskalis has reminded anglers about the official opening of the 2010 barramundi season this week.
Mr Vatskalis also released concept plans today for the NT Government’s $4 million upgrades to the Palmerston Boat Ramp.
“Territorians love to fish, and the NT Government continues to expand and create opportunities for better recreational fishing in the Territory,” Mr Vatskalis said.
“This is why I was pleased to announce the purchase of the fourth commercial barramundi license last year, closing off commercial fishing in Bynoe Harbour and Finniss River.”
The commercial barramundi fishery operates from 1 February to 30 September each year. It is closed between October and February each year to help protect breeding stocks.
“Barramundi gather at the mouths of the Territory’s rivers for spawning before each wet season making them easy targets - the closure months ensure the fish are given the greatest chance to breed successfully,” Mr Vatskalis said.
Mr Vatskalis said the opening of the commercial season also coincides with the opening of sections of the Mary and Daly Rivers to recreational anglers.
Anglers are reminded that recreational fishing controls, including a possession limit of 5 barramundi (2 in the Mary River Fish Management Zone) and a minimum size limit of 55cm are in place to protect barramundi stocks and ensure a high quality fishery.
Mr Vatskalis added that the NT Government had just tendered for the $4 million Palmerston Boat Ramp upgrades – an NT Government election commitment.
“Late last year I called for the public to provide submissions on what upgrades they wanted, this tender reflects public input to the concept plans.”
Mr Vatskalis said construction will include a fishing jetty, security lighting, dual lane ramp with floating pontoon, secure car park section, disabled ramp for land access to boats and car park lighting.

Hey Guys I've searched the posts and they are a bit old whats the latest best fishfinder around $700

TIA

Hi Guys/girls

Just wondering if anyone has been out jigging at the rotto barges and whether the sambos are still around. Thinking about giving it a shot this weekend!

Cheers
Justin

Does anyone know the best place to buy jerrys from i have a fair few but will need another 4 maybe 5 and the other guys will need half a dozen as well .Saw them today at whitworths for $44 has anyone seen them cheaper?Will go past a couple of auto stores tomorrow as well.

Went down to Mandurah for a crab this morning with pots and had the boat limit within 90min sorry no pics. All were comfortably size but no monsters it was blowy but not too bad there were a few other boats out there 

I hear Andy Mac will be coming on the radio to discuss fishing topics. Should be a great listen.

I have a 4.2m tinny and want to head up to Ocean Reef/ Hillaries area this week end as its looking the goods.

I have never fished up that way anyone in the FW community help out with some possible not too far off shore locations.

thanks in advance

cheers

coley

Giant squid weighing up to 27 kilograms have swum into waters off Newport Beach and are being caught by sport fishermen by the hundreds.

The squid were noticed last week and fishermen started booking twilight fishing trips to catch the huge creatures.

400 of the creatures had been caught since Friday night.

The animals weigh between 10 and 20 kilos but a few fishermen have reeled in 27 kilo squid.

The Humboldt squid is also called the jumbo squid or jumbo flying squid and squirts ink to protect itself.

They can grow up to 45 kilos in weight and 2 metres long and follow food sources.

The squid have also recently been spotted off San Diego, Oregon and Washington, on the West Coast of the United States.

Orange County sports fishing businesses were celebrating the arrival of the squid during what is normally a fairly quiet time of the year.

But the giant squid is not unknown off the coast of America.

In September a record-breaking 5.7 metres long squid, weighing 46 kilos, was caught off the Gulf of Mexico.

Anyone got plans for this weekend?

Finally the winds pissin off and we have 30c days for sat and sun! :)

I was wondering if the commercial fishing guys are bound by the same legal fish sizes as we are, i was in the local shops on saturday and noticed the whole fresh fish which were labelled caught out of Broome , they had two Red emperor both around 300 mm, the rest 6 or 8 fish werent much bigger. i had heard from other sources that the commercial fisherman can have a percentage of their catch below size i am not trying to start a slanging match for what people have seen but would like to know what the regulations are exactly for commercial ventures

Spent my last week off up at Sandy Cape, north of Jurien. Fishing was very average, though i didnt explore much at all wasnt able to do any decent missions.

... so this time im looking to head south for 3-5 days. Where ever i can get in about 8 hours of travel that is road friendly to a little Hyundai Excel ( 4WD is on my list of things to buy very soon). Camping with some nice beaches close by, and a few easy walk in spots for some rock fishing. Im keen to burley up a bit and bring a few in during the mornings/evening. Any information or ideas would be great, as i really know nothing about the area but am keen to explore a bit.. so i can head back there at some point for LBG fishing only.

Cheers, George.

hey there,just woundering if south beach,or north mole in freo is any good to fish and if anythn has been goen on down there.was thinking of heading there??cheers.

i dont normally use the seabreeze site, but a friend rang and told me to check out sat/sun.

how accurate is the 7 day outlook normally?

i always check that night or in the morning before i head off, as we all know it can change just like that.

maybe i should be using this site a bit more.

cheers

This is a link to another forum.  I thought it may interest some and offer others to express their opinion on this site.

http://www.fishing.net.nz/asp_forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=50155&title=what-rips-your-undies