Fishing the 36s east of the Gold coast can produce some quality fish when the right techniques are used. Float lining with lightly weighted pilchards is generally the best method for catching the bigger Snapper that lurk deeper in the water column. Additionally Patternoster style rigs are also effective. Particularly if the current is running hard. If the water is blue and there is plenty of bait present, it is well worth trying to catch pelagic species too. Live...
Read More
Category Archives: "Fishing Tips"
02 Aug Off
Palm Beach Reef – Fishing – Gold Coast Queensland
Palm Beach Reef Fishing
Where is Palm Beach Reef?
Palm beach reef is located just off the coastline, adjacent to Palm beach on the southern end of the Gold coast. The newer man made section is a mere 270 metres east of the beach. However there is also a considerable amount of natural reef also. The depths vary from 25 metres, with pinnacles rising up to just 5 metres below the surface.
What Can I do at Palm beach reef?
The main activities...
Read More
Read More
25 Jul Off
Weekend Fishing Charter or Week day – Gold Coast
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...
Read More
Read More
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...
Read More
Read More
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...
Read More
Read More
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...
Read More
Read More
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.
...
Read More
Read More
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...
Read More
Read More
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...
Read More
Read More
29 Jun Off
How to Get The Most Out of Your Charter
Fishing Charters - How to get the most out of your experience.
There are some major advantages to using a commercial charter boat for your fishing requirements. Especially when travelling long distances away from home. You will find most charters, while fairly priced, will still cost you a reasonable sum of money. It is critical that you make the most of your time onboard the boat. Unfortunately some fishing charter customers don't get as much value, or as many fish...
Read More
Read More