Weekend Fishing Charter or Mid Week?
What's the difference fishing on the weekend. Or a week day you may ask? Firstly I guess it comes down to your work schedule and available time. Not to mention the availability of your local fishing charter operator. Most good charter operators will try to operate every day that that the weather is favourable. Regardless of if its Thursday or Sunday. Furthermore the fish don't have a preference for feeding on any particular day...
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Monthly Archives: "July, 2020"
24 Jul Off
Venus Tuskfish – Gold Coast Fishing – Tuskies
Venus Tuskfish - Gold Coast - Tweed Heads
(CHOERODON VENUSTUS)
The Venus tuskfish would have to be one of the most highly sought after table fish in northern Australia. They are not only sensational eating but also provide anglers with a solid fight when hooked on suitable tackle. The species is also commonly referred to as Tuskies and blue bone. Which derives from the aqua, blue coloured spine and other internal bones of the fish. Many people also incorrectly refer to...
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24 Jul Off
Squid Fishing Gold Coast – How To Catch Squid
Squid Fishing Gold Coast - Brisbane - Tweed Heads
Learn how to catch Squid around the Gold Coast and other regions, regular contributor Anthony Coughran explains how.
Squid - (Cephalopods)
We have many different species of squid, calamari and cuttlefish in Australian waters, Several are commonly found around the Gold coast. Here are the most common species. Cuttlefish (Sepia apama- giant cuttlefish) (Sepia pharaonis - pharaoh’s cuttlefish)
Cuttlefish are found right around Australia, the giant cuttlefish are found over reefs and grassy seabed’s out...
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22 Jul Off
Organising a Fishing Trip
Organising a Gold Coast Fishing trip
How to choose and book a great fishing trip. When people think of fun with friends and families, most think of the usual activities. Picnics, theme parks, football or the theatre, Some just prefer to stay at home and watch Netflix in the comfort of their own lounge rooms. But have you ever considered a deep sea fishing trip for friends and family members? Not only can an offshore fishing trip be a fun way to...
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20 Jul Off
How to Catch Cobia – Gold Coast – Queensland
How to Catch Cobia - Gold Coast
Cobia/Black kingfish: Rachycentron canadus (Linnaeus)
Want to know how to catch monster Cobia off the Queensland coast. Author Anthony Coughran explains how.
Cobia are a frequent visitor to our shores all year round. But mainly thicken up in numbers over the winter months. There is a few reasons why they build up in numbers at this time of the year. The whale migration.
The slowing of the currents on our reefs.
our reef species spawning.
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19 Jul Off
Broadwater Fishing Charters – Gold Coast
Broadwater Fishing Charters - Gold Coast
Gold Coast Broadwater Fishing Charters. In this case morning and afternoon fishing charters depart at 7am and 11am. Our boats head out from the Spit pontoon at Muriel henchman drive Main beach. Accordingly these four hour calm water fishing trips are perfect for beginners, kids and experts alike. Great fun for the whole family. Furthermore our friendly experienced crew members will teach you the best techniques to catch a wide range of estuary fish...
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16 Jul Off
Freshwater Fishing Spots – Gold Coast
Freshwater Fishing Spots - Gold Coast - Scenic Rim
When people think of fishing the Gold coast. They tend to think of offshore big game fishing or exploring the vast expanses of our estuary system. Freshwater fishing doesn't immediately spring to mind. However the Gold coast and nearby Hinterland and Scenic rim regions have a range of options available.
Dam and Impoundment Fishing Near the Gold Coast
There are several dams and freshwater impoundments that are within an easy couple of hours...
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16 Jul Off
Snapper – Pearl perch Closure – Gold Coast – True Blue Fishing
Snapper Fishing Closure - Gold Coast - Queensland
Unfortunately fisheries have imposed a closure on Snapper and Pearl perch stocks. In fact the closure applies to the whole of Queensland and also includes Snapper stocks off the Gold coast. While we don't really feel that local Snapper stocks on the Gold coast are in serious decline. We are not totally opposed to the idea either. Above all, if it helps secure great gold coast snapper stocks for future generations. Then...
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05 Jul Off
Pearl Perch Gold Coast Deep Sea Fishing
Pearl Perch Gold Coast.
Chasing Pearl perch off the Gold coast can be a very rewarding experience. Pearlies as they are commonly called, can be found along the east coast between Port Macquarie in NSW and as far north as Rockhampton in Qld. Pearl perch are a demersal bottom dwelling fish species that inhabit the local reef systems. They prefer deeper water, and you’re most likely to find them in 40-100 metres. Your best chance to get on the pearlies is...
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