Reports, Happenings, Events
A battle of epic proportions was played out off the Tasmanian coast this week, when two professional anglers were put up a fight with a 200kg Tuna that continued for over 19 hours, before disaster struck.
Two English anglers had to be rescued this week after their home made fishing boat was stranded off Essex, but the real news, is that they made it from insulation foam and silicone - for the grand total of ?9.
Scientists have discovered an unexpected surprise after the introduction of fishing green zones in more than 40% of the Great Barrier Reef since the 1980's.
Since it's inception, the Pirtek Fishing Challenge has raised over $600,000 for Prostate Cancer, and this weekend it's back once again to live up to it's title of the biggest fishing event in Australia!
Don't lie to the Fisheries guys when they know what you've been up to! In fact, don't lie to them at all when it comes to how many fish you're carrying in the boat, because chances are they'll find the ones you've stashed.
The Southern Cross Universities National Marine Science Centre in Coffs Harbour has successfully bred Mangrove Jack fingerlings in captivity, which is the first time ever in New South Wales.
What happens when an enthusiastic angler in Brisbane hooks a giant Pike Eel in the Brisbane River? Hilarity, as we found out when we read the story of Rick van der Drift's big catch this week.
After collecting more than 8.7km of fishing line, 1743 fishing hooks and sinkers, 254 lure packets and 1508 bait bags in specialized bins around Perth, the WA Department of Fisheries is planning to spend another $20,000 on expanding the scheme.
Port Douglas in North Queensland was the scene of quite an exciting catch this week, when a recreational angler hauled in a very rare species of swordfish. The Green Swordfish measuring 4.2m long was caught off the beach, but retrieving it could have resu
Ever wondered what it looks like when 30,000 people go ice fishing on one lake? You probably haven't wondered; but just in case you did, it looks like this.
Last year it raised a whopping $130,000 for Prostate Cancer, and it's back once again to live up to it's title of the biggest fishing event in Australia. The Pirtek Fishing Challenge! Entries are now open, and for just $20, you too can join the effort thi
With an election looming in Queensland, now is your chance to influence a major change for recreational fishing in the state!
The Minister for Primary Industries recently announced that the Department of Primary Industries will be deploying an offshore recreational fishing reef in the Shoalhaven area to increase recreational fishing opportunities.
Look out for new rules coming in February for fresh water fishing if you're in QLD!
As we begin 2015, Surf Life Saving Australia has looked back on 2014, to a year where Rock Fishing was declared as the most dangerous activity you can do on the coast.
This unfortunate situation was realized by a Victorian man earlier this week after he was taken to hospital with some pretty serious wounds to his upper thigh.
In a quietly released statement from the NSW Government this week, Recreational fishing will continue from the popular Cape Byron and Tyagarah Beach in Byron Bay, NSW.
Haines Signature Boats, manufacturers of Australia's best-built boats, is extremely proud to announce a class-leading, technological addition to their manufacturing process.
Title This week an 18 year old man was bitten by a shark while spearfishing off the QLD coast, later dying from his injuries.
In a bid to boost the Tasmanian Game Fishing Tourism industry, both the state and federal government are providing funding to local businesses in order to help them get started.
A Victorian Angler, Glenn Greene was this week fined $3000 for writing out his own Recreational Fishing Licenses in Victoria, after being mistakenly given 5000 blank licenses in 2013.
After a days boating it is important that you flush your outboard with fresh water to ensure its longevity.
In 2013-2014, Inland Waterways saw the highest number of drowning deaths (39%), compared to Swimming Pools (15%) and Beaches (13%). Overall, 266 people drowned in Australian waterways and 105 of these occurred in Inland Waterways (National Drowning Report
"Ahhhhhh!" Now you immediately understand which fish we're talking about, but alas, the picture you're thinking of in your head (from Finding Nemo) is not quite a perfect rendition of the actual fish.
Electro Fishing uses an electrical current to 'stun' fish by sending an electric shock from a small Annode off the front of the boat, grounded to the boat itself. Any fish caught in between the two get a hefty zap, before they roll over, float to the surf
It's not every day you hear about fishing be classed as an extreme sport, but when it comes to the boys from Morning Tide, it just takes one look at what they do before you'll agree.
This week a couple of new rules came into effect for Anglers in NSW, with the Department of Primary Industries revising bag limits, and permitting certain types of Recreational fishing where it has been banned in the past.
After the devastating 'Marine Heatwave' that devastated WA's fish stocks in 2010-2011, forecasters are predicting a warmer than average summer once again.
This week five of fishings biggest names stood up to the local councils and Vic Fisheries in an attempt to re-zone Port Phillip bay to a recreational fishing haven.
"Spat the hook he did! Right as we pulled him out of the water". Said this guy, as the Black Marlin he thought he'd landed swam off into the distance. Only thing is, this time there was a GoPro (or some kind of camera) attached to the fishermans head, cap
The Cops and Koori Kids Fishing Program on the NSW coast has just had their 200th aboriginal child participate in their annual fishing workshop, run by the NSW Police Force, NSW DPI and Shoalhaven PCYC.
It seems as though the Northern Territory is the place to go this year for some out-of-the-ordinary encounters with nature. This week, Brad Hinks finds a massive, and we mean massive Queensland Groper near Darwin.
On the back of South Australian Anglers copping new restrictions off the coast, local councils are floating the idea of opening up Baroota Reservoir at Port Germein, Bundaleer Reservoir near Spalding, the Tod Reservoir near Port Lincoln, Hindmarsh Valley
Finding strange things hidden within fish guts isn't exactly a strange occurrence for the seasoned angler. But how often have you found something still living in there?
The catch is, the reef isn't even there yet. The announcement of an 800 cubic meter artificial reef off Shoalhaven Heads (which is basically Coolanagatta on the NSW/QLD border) has sparked an all new fishing tournament, which hopes to attract nearly 300 a
A 40 year old man has died this week in Maroubra, after jumping into the water to retrieve a bucket. He was with a friend, but got into trouble.
It's the biggest charity fishing event in Australia, and last year raised a whopping $130,000 for Prostate Cancer. For just $20, you too can join the effort for next year!
Despite warning signs in several languages, The Department of Primary Industries in NSW are still finding anglers recreationally fishing in the waters West of Sydney Harbour Bridge, which for years have been banned from commercial fishing.
It's the age old question that helps beginners stand out from the crowd, but to many it is a chance to show off their personal discoveries in the scientific field of fish bait.
A cast like that isn't a big deal for some, but when you can't see, things are a little bit harder. Cynthia is legally blind, but has achieved the personal milestone completely unassisted.
Prized game fish, and dream catch of Anglers around the world, the Striped Marlin is probably number one on the 'must catch' list. But when this guy hooked a 147kg monster off the NSW coast, he wasn't expecting to reel in his whole line.
Whales migrating north, Killer-jellyfish spreading south, Clown fish swim to Sydney. Stop the press! A Mangrove Jack has been caught off Eden in far southern New South Whales. What's going on with the world?
It's hard enough to find a sailfish, (or Istiophorus for those who speak latin) when you want one, let alone position a supermodel in a pair of flippers amongst an entire school of them.
Brandon Palaniuk is a name you're sure to have heard if you're online as much as we are. Sponsored by GoPro, the man is famous for publishing beautifully filtered instagram shots of his fishing escapades, all shot by GoPro of course.
Don't let the cold and the wind get you down, rug up and get out for some rock fishing this winter! The NSW coastline is going off right now, and even anglers with limited experience can find themselves reeling in a variety of hard fighting fish with just
As a warning to recreational anglers around NSW and Australia, we thought you might like to know what the DPI is on the lookout for this fishing season.
After two years absence, the iconic Hobie Sailing Scene store in Mona Vale will again open its doors this weekend.
They call themselves 'Team ChoonaChasa', but this week they weren't in search of Tuna, instead it was 170+kg swordfish off the coast of Tasmania.
Fishing license fees and the government's Recreational Fishing Initiative funds are going back into the fishing community, quite literally as this week approximately eight million fish were re-stocked into Victoria's lakes and rivers.
Local superstar Jessecia Mauboy has this week hit the headlines after being snapped with quite the catch about 140km from Darwin in the Northern Territory. Aboard the Dundee Explorer, on a chartered fishing trip, the pop star caught at least two fish, the
We've got five fishing tips for you that will not only improve your chances of catching something, but help you look the part too. It all starts with the right equipment, or fishing tackle.
Wildlife Victoria put out a plea to Melbourne's fishing fraternity, in a bid to prevent the influx of Swans requiring rescue or treatment as a result of wayward fishing equipment.
Big catches sometimes require taking big risks, but what these guys are up to is simply breathtaking. This is as extreme as rock fishing gets.
When browsing the internet for interesting things to read over breakfast, we came across this from our American friends. Have you ever heard of 'Noodling?' the investigation of such a sport resulted in weet-bix being sprayed over an iPad.
It's a simple equation, and it makes for some hilarious viewing. What happens when a guy on your boat hooks a sizable Marlin, reels it in and then proceeds to let it jump right into the back of your boat?
Did you know you need a license to fish recreationally in NSW? If you're planning on spending the long weekend at any NSW fishing locations, make sure your paperwork is in order, and you're fishing responsibly. The NSW DPI issued this statement today for
"The very idea of sea trout fishing in the middle of the desert is just as sick as it gets. Just look around, this is just plain desert, there's nothing except a couple of sheep running around"
Looking to get yourself, or the kids into fishing? Have you tried, but never catch anything? There's a clinic for that, and with such experienced guides, you're guaranteed to catch more than a rusty old beer can next time you drop in a line.
Catchability for iPhone has been designed in Australia specifically for fishing in Australia.
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