No one reading this can honestly say that they wouldn’t rather be on a remote lagoon fishing the Great Barrier Reef in crystal clear conditions. It is my favourite place in the world and one that as soon as I leave I’m dreaming of the next time I can get back. The variety of fish…
Why Jungle Perch? The allure of fishing for Jungle Perch (JP) is not just in the thrill of the fight or the unique colours of the species. JPs are generally isolated to the far north of Australia. Most people in pursuit of catching one of these fish might not have them on their doorstep. The…
The main reason I fish for Redfin Perch is that they are really close to where I live. This makes them easily accessible at a moment’s notice, and the fact that they are excellent table fare is a bonus. I have a bag ready to go with a leader, scissors, pliers, assorted lures, jigheads and…
I really love this style of fishing because it is so simple and yet so rewarding. It’s a great way to get, what is in my opinion, one of the best eating fish you can get from an estuary. All you need is a selection of surfaces lures in a backpack, sling bag or waist…
Without doubt, one of my favourite ways to chase Australian bass is in small streams on the south coast of New South Wales. This is my home area, however, bass can range from the most southern parts of the mainland up to south east Queensland. All you need is a rod, a hand full of…
Unfortunately, Murray Cod can be the fish of a 1000 casts, so cracking a pattern without experience can be a tough thing to work out. Now, this is where I hope to impart a bit of knowledge to make it a little easier. These are by no means hard and fast rules, instead more of…
Along the East Coast of Australia, particularly northern New South Wales into Southern Queensland, are a plethora of healthy river systems. They flow in and out depending on the tides, providing a range of fishing options for different anglers, from beginners to experts. Where these rivers meet the sea they generally funnel into the ocean…
I love fishing for Snapper with Soft Plastics because I enjoy the challenge of targeting the bigger trophy fish, the fish of a lifetime. When all the hard work, research & countless hours comes together and you land, photograph & release that beast to fight another day, there is nothing better. I also enjoy the…