Indholdsfortegnelse for May 2023 i Fishing World

THE recent release of the ABARES National Social and Economic Survey of Recreational Fishers 2018-2021 shines a positive light on rec fishing participation in Australia. Detailed data on Australia’s fishing and boating industries has traditionally been sparse. This survey, conducted by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES), not only reveals some interesting facts about rec fishing in Australia, it also arms decision makers and the general public with data on the all-important social and economic contributions of recreational fishing. You might ask why that matters to the average fisho? With so many competing interests and threats to our sport, having some rock solid data puts rec fishing in a good position. This might come in the form of funding, sharing resources, fish stocking, and access.…

PHIL’S Affordable Barra Tours is celebrating 15 years since he was the first – and still the only – to offer complete flight-inclusive barra tour packages. This year, whilst still offering the full all-inclusive packages, Phil has added what he calls his Bucket List Mini Pack. Originally introduced for a limited test period ending 30th May for just $1,995 per person in groups of four, price includes three days Top End Barra fishing with a professional guide, transfers to fishing venues with two nights “on location” accommodation with all meals. Due to very early interest and the short lead time, Phil has announced the trial period has been extended until 31st October 2023. All packages are subject to availability of guides and accommodation so early bookings are advised. More info…

The annual run of school bluefin tuna kicks off every summer along the southern coastline of Australia. It is here, shadowing the abundance of bait schools found in the same offshore regions, that these bluewater bullets fall within reach of many trailerboat owners looking to tussle with one of the better line burning sportfish targets available to southern-based fisho’s right up until late winter. With fish popping up from east to west the exact when and where can fluctuate depending on location but seasonal patterns tend to emerge and this undoubtedly helps narrow down the search window. Average school fish size can literally range from somewhere around 2kg right through to 30kg and where you are fishing will often dictate what size within the spectrum that you’re likely to encounter.…

I MUST admit, my yard is full of boats and kayaks, canoes, a Scanoe, motorbikes, pushbikes and quadbikes… much to my wife’s chagrin. The shed has a car and a 4WD so when going fishing it’s really a matter of where, what and how I will get there. I am really lucky, if I want to go fishing, I can strap on my boots and in 30 minutes walk from my front door I can be fishing in the Macquarie River with a chance of catching a Murray cod, golden perch, some trout, a few redfin or some carp, I have a mate who lives in Sydney, and he doesn’t drive, doesn’t own a car but fishes extensively throughout the Sydney region using the rail and bus networks, then if…

It’s dense and humid in the jungle. The noise of the birds, the sweat, the mosquitoes… they all conspire together to remind you that this is untamed country. “Keep an eye out for Crocs,” says Gaz. “They shouldn’t be up this far, but you just never know.” We are wading up a stream in the rainforest at the foothills of the Port Douglas Mountains in tropical north Queensland. Gaz’s last words do little to make me feel comfortable in this foreign environment, but we are soon distracted from all of that. We are searching for something, and as Gaz’s pace slows my thoughts are back on fish. Up ahead, a tree across the water blocks our path. We make our way onto the bank and sneak towards the tree, crouching…

Only a non-fisher would dispute the fact that soft plastic lures have just about taken over our estuary and inshore lure fishing. The rise in popularity has been gradual over the past 50 years with many milestones and significant events along the way. It all started in the early 1970s when Mister Twister heads and curl tails were introduced to Australia. They instantly became popular with estuary anglers because they were cheap, easy to fish and effective. A myriad of US manufactured plastics flooded the market in the following decade and it just snowballed from there. It didn’t take long for Aussie anglers to realise the benefits of soft plastics and their fish catching potential. The advantages of plastics are enormous and probably far outweigh any other type of lure…

BRAD Collis in the FRDC News recently reported on a study into survival rates of released snapper. The project has been running since January 2020 and concludes at the end of June 2023. Fish were fitted with tiny electronic tags and were monitored using acoustic telemetry for three months. Unsurprisingly, fish caught in shallow water have been found to have much higher survival rates than those caught in deep water. Deep water fish released at depth via release weights also had a higher chance of surviving. Worryingly for catch & release fishers who report deep-water caught snapper swimming away untroubled on release, the current study has shown that it can take up to 12 hours for snapper to succumb to the effects of barotrauma. It’s hoped that the study results…

CALCUTTA CONQUEST MD THE all-new Shimano Calcutta Conquest MD 300 & 400 reels are the ultimate tool for anglers who demand power and dependability when targeting the most powerful fish species out there. Whether you’re casting large lures for trophy-sized Barra, Murray cod or other powerful inshore species, these reels are built to handle the most extreme conditions. The revolutionary SVS MD Tune Braking system provides maximum adjustability when tossing large glide baits or paddle tail swimbaits, while Shimano’s Infinity Drive technology delivers unparalleled winding power under load, giving you the edge when it matters most. And with Shimano’s X-Protect technology, the Calcutta Conquest MD is built to withstand the harsh saltwater environments, providing you with the ultimate confidence to tie on that big lure and go after that trophy…

Q What is the best way to recover a fish in the water to release? Cruz E-mail A For most species it best to hold them upright under the water either by the tail or mouth depending on what species of fish, remembering to not forcefully grip the fish causing unnecessary stress. Swim the fish by rocking it back and forth gently or creating a swimming motion allowing the fish to cycle fresh water through its gills, if in a boat some fish can aid by moving slowly to flow the water through the fish’s gills. On most occasions the fish will make you aware of when it recovered by bodily movement to swim off, when it is ready coax the fish by leading its head away to deeper water…

Lure anglers love estuary perch. Sometimes referred to as “southern barra”, they attack a range of lures with gusto and will eagerly slurp them of the surface. The big challenge in estuary perch fishing has always been finding them. Often travelling in large schools, EPs can be unpredictable in the way that they move throughout an estuary system. It used to be that a trip to South Gippsland or the Western District was necessary to tangle with Victorian perch, but times have changed. With the help of some very successful stocking programs, estuary perch are smacking lures all around Melbourne. PERCH IN THE CITY When I say that estuary perch are being caught all around Melbourne, I really do mean inner city Melbourne! The Yarra River, Maribyrnong River, and Albert…

FISHING and boating is as popular as ever and the number of new boats sold over the past few years were in record numbers. Many of these boats were sold to first time boat owners. Unfortunately, plenty of these boats will be listed for sale over the next few years. The reason for this are varied, but often it’s because a poor choice was made and the boat didn’t fit with their requirements. It’s a shame! Over the following pages, let’s look at some of the factors to avoid and what to look out for in a new boat. THE 80/20 RULE Most Aussie fishos target a wide range of species and destinations. Personally speaking, I fish for everything from trout to game fish, and most species in between… and…

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