Mullatt

Maybe a bounty on catching Carp so kids could earn some pocket money, but they are so entrenched in our system in massive numbers I dont believe it would really have any effect. Ha ha , good luck with that mate. Pretty difficult sell there...........when they taste & smell like crap and are full of bones 😠

Couldn't agree with you more that the virus will end up in an (another) ecological disaster for us James Clain. as you said too many idiots spruking ideas that have no solid base. I have enjoyed fishing for our native species (and trout) for a lifetime and even though I want these smelly, useless habitat destroying carp got rid of........definitely not at he expense of our other native species. I say NO to the virus.

Of course details and safety are still relevant.......but I agree Noel, its very odd 7 years later hey !

Bearing buddies are great, but the only thing I would add to that is be careful constantly pumping grease into them as its possible to pop the rear seal if you pump too much.

I'm with you mate....$120 hr or more when quite often they have a snotty nose 1st year apprentice doing the job. I'm not having a go at the apprentice by the way, as they all have to learn.......its the business owner that sh*ts me for what they do.

The answer to that is plainly obvious (or should be)..........but sadly chasing that elusive fish overcomes a lot of anglers and they forget common sense.

Check your PM's mate

Thanks for the reply mate, much appreciated. And good luck with the leggings.

I'm heading up that way next week for a few days and was wondering is it just in the lake/estuary waters? And is it random or evident all year round? Thanks

That's an absolute cracker of a week in Jindy Gordon. You got some fantastic fish and in great numbers. I recall one of your previous reports from Jindy you mentioned that you used the fishing Almanac following advice from the Sports Store! Was it useful this time? Dave

Absolutely agree with you.....................I actually am a dinosaur, but with the the ridiculous rules, interpretations and inconsistencies, it surely is heading towards the theatrics of soccer unfortunately. On another note.....Billy Slater, like him or hate him, but what an absolute disgrace for the Sydney fans to boo this great stalwart of Australian Rugby League. You oght to be ashamed of yourselves!

Hi Jon, I have Marlin & Stormrider inflatable jackets. On their servicing instructions, Marlin say it is "recommended" that an accredited Service Agent conducts a full inspection every 5 years. On my Stormriders, they advise that every 10th year you should contact a Service Agent to conduct a professional service. Now I don't know how this lines up with how the Maritime guys or Police see it....maybe completely different. I keep all my self service records and receipts on board with me all the time, but must admit I have never had them checked, so who knows whether I'm doing the right or wrong thing. Dave

Forster is a great place, but you may struggle to access too many oyster leases land based from memory. Breakwater is definitely worth a go as are some of the many little jetties around some of the shorelines, particularly up in the Breckenridge channel. Tea Gardens area is also worth a look. Enjoy and hope you have some success

Absolutely awesome photos mate

Hey mate, I cant give you any comparison between the Yammie and the Honda (apart from the fact that they will both be great motors), but I do have a 3 year old Honda 30hp with side console on the back of my Stacer 399 Proline Angler, and I absolutely love it. I bought the package new about 3 years ago and its fantastic.........motor is extremely quiet, very fuel efficient and starts 1st time every time. I know that it is heavier than the Yamaha, but i guess that is just something you have to consider. I'm sure you wont be disappointed either way. I would suggest that you go the max hp for the hull that you can though. Cheers Mullat

Still got a few in my tackle box too. Back in the day, my go to lures were either Wonder Wobblers, Celtas or Flatfish. Mainly used for freshwater, trout, redfin etc, but the wonder wobbler was very effective on tailor and salmon.

Never taken much notice of that, but maybe it is worth looking at as you said. It cant hurt and for a few bucks, not much at stake is there.

That's awesome Gordo, probably like yourself, I have been fishing Jindy for ages (close on 50 years) and I know how hard a lot of days on the lake can be..........haven't been up recently but last time I think I got 2 or 3 one day trolling and then the next couple of days, never got a hit! But thats trout fishing and Jindabyne hey. I bet you were stoked at bagging out.......its that long ago that I last did that, that I've forgotten. Well done mate and great report. cheers Mullatt

I too use loop knots to attach my lures. Have found that you get a much better action from the lure this way. Swivels (and particularly snap swivels) really impede the action.

Plus 1 for auto transmission fluid. Been using it for years and it definitely does the job.

Nice report mate. As far as dart go on the chew, I'm not a great fan. They definitely are edible and if you have nothing else to eat you will probably think they are great. But as you probably guessed there's not a lot of meat on them anyway.

You could also try down at Burrill Lake. There's jetties, bridges and plenty of shore access to give it a try.

Was that at Wallaga too Jon? Forgot to say that my encounter was down the front , between the bridge and the sea. Its very marshy around there , so I guess not a surprise to run into a red bellied black there eh! Dave

Fantastic pics Jon. That red bellied black is like the one that swam up (unnoticed by us) to the back of my boat on Wallaga Lake earlier this year. The bugger was actually trying to get into the boat............certainly put the wind up us a bit! Dave

G'day all, a few pics of wildlife from some of my outings. Some friendly Lorikeets waiting for food at Wagonga Inlet, a young goat on the rocky edge of Jindabyne Dam and mum with her baby in Wallis Lake. Cheers Dave