Hodgey

Congrats to Team Pmak on another successful family session. The boys are improving every year and are really giving you a run for your money! Condolences for your loss Pete. Regards Ian

A crackin' read mate, full of very useful information and hints. Good to see your perseverance rewarded with some very nice fish and some terrific photos. Well done fellas! Cheers Hodgey

Sunline products are terrific. I have been using their stuff for several years now and find it versatile and reliable. It would be interesting to compare the two products! Cheers Hodgey

These noxious fish are choking some of the skinny waterways here in Vic as well. Some of the channels contain huge numbers of carp in XOS sizes. It will be interesting to follow the progress of this study. Interesting article Pete! Cheers Hodgey

Congrats to the young bloke on his EP, Brendon Nice lookin' breambo for yourself as well. Can just imagine the conversation amongst the EP's when that one went back: "You'll never believe what I just saw...those critters that catch us and let us go again now come in a spotted variety!" All the best to you and the family mate. Cheers Ian

Congrats on a very memorable fish Kel! Cheers Ian

Excellent! Hope Stewy spoiled you and you got the opportunity to spend it with the Girls Cheers Ian

Happy Birthday fellas! Cheers Skip

Definitely an ideas woman, Roberta! Hope you have a fantastic trip away. I look forward to a long report with a stack of photos Cheers Ian

Crackin' fish mate. That photo really puts the powerful tail into perspective. Well done! Cheers Hodgey

A fantastic pig on the light stuff Ray! Cheers Hodgey

Superb bass Dan ... hope the green fish are as kind to you later in the year Cheers Skip

What a terrific variety of fish. Looks like you had a ball! Cheers Hodgey

You're definitely an ideas man, John! Cheers Skip

Sounds like a great program to become involved with Krystle. There are plenty of Raiders that could assist with this project so I hope you receive a strong response. I would love to see some of the results posted here in the future. Good luck! Cheers Hodgey

Excellent news mate and thank you for the feedback Cheers Hodgey

Greetings Raiders After a prolonged absence I am back to annoy you We have settled into Vic and are starting to explore the Loddon River and surrounds. I haven't had much time to wet a line as I have been settling into new residence and a new job, but that should all change soon. We did manage a session on the Loddon with my little bloke, who managed to set himself a new PB with a nice yella. The little bloke cast the lure on his own and by the time I reached him all that was left for me to do was comfort lift it out of the water. Caught on a number 2 TT Beatlespin, 1/40z jighead and a 3" wriggle tail soft plastic ... in 9 degree water My thanks to everyone who has stayed in contact whilst I was away, and performed my Mod tasks for me. I'm off to wade through my PM's ... Cheers Hodgey

Congratulations Roberta! That's a HUGE contribution to the Site. I look forward to many more reports, recipes, tips and hints! Cheers Ian

Thank you very much for your kind sentiments everyone.Removalist due on Monday and packing/cleaning is in full swing. Fingers crossed for a job interview on Wednesday. I will only have limited internet access for the next couple of months but look forward to catching up with you all again soon. Cheers Hodgey

An inspirational read mate. Summarises the essence of sweetwater fishing Congrats on a fantastic bass as well! Cheers Skip

Hello all, Well, a significant change in our circumstances sees me and my young family leaving Tuross Head. After a 25 year absence, I am heading back to Victoria ... Viva Mexico! The last two weekends have been terrific, spending time on the water with my nephew Mark, and the wily old bugger; Dene. Mark is a talented young fisherman and a great bloke to spend a day on the water with.We had a couple of great sessions, with the best of my fish going 75cm (released). It wasn't a big fish, but what made it more memorable was the fact that Dene and I were fishing within view of Mark and his son Today was my final session and it was fittingly spent with the crusty old bugger who has been my mentor, confidante and trusted mate for many years now. It seems the piscatorial Gods smiled down on our little tinny today. Dene opened the count with a great tailor, quickly followed by a spirited salmon. Twenty minutes later, I was grinning like a shot fox after landed this little bloke (55cm) We spent the next couple of hours suffering through bustoffs, dropped fish and an inundation of undersized flatties. Our luck changed when we snuck up a little creek, with 4 fish making their way into the esky for our families. (56-59cm) With a wistful last look around the waterways that has provided me with many memorable fish and fishing sessions, it was time to head home. Even the locals were waving 'seeyalater' The most productive methods for the last couple of weeks have been to target the fish in the deeper water, especially the drop-offs near the rocky banks. Although color didn't seem to be too important, curly-tailed plastics in 100-120mm seemed the most reliable. Now it's time to pack boxes, load up the tinny, and return to the style of fishing that I learned the basics on many years ago. I hope to regale you with stories of wily trout, voracious redfin and tackle-testing cod in the months to come. Take care Raiders, and good luck! Cheers Hodgey

You have every right to be excited mate. What a great thing for your lady to do for you. I hope you christen the new toy on a suitably entertaining fish

Congratulations to Cuttlefish Camo for winnning COTM for April with his Mulloway. We will be in touch shortly to organise your prize.

Welcome back old fella! A shame you didn't do as well as you have in the past but still a great time away. I can see why turkeys are almost extinct up there now Great report and photos as always. Cheers Ian

Excellent bass mate! Great to catch up with you last weekend. Looking forward to a LOT more reports from you again soon! Cheers Skip