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    Out from Bate Bay

    in Saltwater Fishing Reports

    Posted

    46 minutes ago, zmk1962 said:

    Yes she has … it’s called the “Stewy” feature 

    cheers Z

    Hmmmmmm yes I have a very good "thing" on this site. It is called "members" some of whom are very good at pointing out to me.

    The "stewy" feature is fairly accurate too. He can normally walk past my screen and say "that was caught at xxx by xxx a few years ago on a blah blah rod. 

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    NEWSCAST - Recreational Fisheries News October 2023

    in Fisheries News and Regulations

    Posted

    NEWSCAST

    October 2023

     

    Gone Fishing Day Reminder - Sunday 8th of October

    Start preparing those rigs, it’s time to celebrate our great love of fishing - Gone Fishing Day!  

    Come along to one of NSW DPI’s free events this Sunday (8th October) at the below locations. Each event will have free fishing sessions, experts to provide fishing advice, casting competitions, as well some free fishing giveaways. You can also pick up fishing guides and other advisory information.  
     
    •    Port Macquarie - Town Green Park – 10am – 2pm
    •    Davistown Restella Ave Foreshore – 10am – 2pm
    •    Penrith - Sydney International Regatta Centre – 10am – 2pm
    •    Lake Illawarra - Reddall Reserve – 10am – 2pm
    •    Narrabri - Crossing Theatre Park – 10am – 2pm
    •    Cowra - Bill Robertson Park – 10am – 2pm.  

    There will be something for everyone, including beginners, who want to learn about fishing, as well as activities for the keen angler!  

    At the Sydney and Port Macquarie events, you can also swap your traditional witches hat nets in exchange for more environmentally friendly crab traps. Please register for the Crab Trap Exchange using these links:
     
    Register for Sydney event Crab Trap Exchange here - https://bit.ly/3FlMvVH
     
    Register for Port Macquarie event Crab Trap Exchange here - https://bit.ly/45oQprq
     
    We are also requesting people to register for the fishing sessions for the Sydney event (Sydney only, no need to register for the other event locations).
     
    Register for fishing session at Gone Fishing Day Sydney event here - https://bit.ly/3RHPBKQ

    Many fishing clubs and organisations will also be running their own community fishing events and activities in their own local area.  
     
    For more info on Gone Fishing Day, please visit: https://bit.ly/3RzNbLy 
     
    Gone Fishing Day is supported by NSW DPI and with funding from the NSW Recreational Fishing Trusts. 

     

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    Recreational Fishing Licence Fee Payments

    NSW DPI Fisheries wants to remind everyone to only make online payments for recreational fishing licences to the NSW Government through official websites with domain name ending nsw.gov.au.

    The fees for a recreational fishing licence are:

    •    $7 for three days
    •    $14 for one month
    •    $35 for one year
    •    $85 for three years

    Anyone looking to purchase or renew a recreational fishing licence securely online should go to https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/services/recreational-fishing-licence

     

     

     

    Forster & Central Coast Offshore Artificial Reefs Now Installed 🎣

    Recreational fishers have a reason to celebrate, as new Offshore Artificial Reefs (OAR) have now been installed off Forster and the Central Coast.
     
    These newly installed OARs will be a stunning drawcard for locals and tourists alike to the region, increasing fishing opportunities for keen anglers hoping to snag a range of fish species, including Yellowtail Scad, Kingfish and Snapper.
     
    We have used innovative, and state of the art reef designs to deflect currents to create eddies and upwellings to provide intricate habitats for a variety of fish species. The reefs are comprised of two steel towers each weighing approximately 50 tonnes with footprints of 16 x 16 metres and standing 12 metres high.
     
    The reef structures have been built to withstand a one-in-100-year storm event while also meeting NSW DPI's key objectives to increase productivity of marine life and to attract key fish species for recreational fishers to target.
     
    These reefs are a great example of your recreational fishing licence fees being put to great use. The reefs have also been supported with funds from the Marine Estate Management Strategy.
     
    For more information on the Offshore Artificial Reefs, please visit DPIs website - bit.ly/3mpiPx4

     

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    Trout Season Now Open!

    The State’s annual trout opening season opened on Saturday, 30 September 2023. Many streams and rivers are in great condition following seasonal rains. Together with the spring weather and well-stocked waterways, this season is set to be a boon for trout fishing enthusiasts.
     
    Last season about more than 2 million trout and salmon were released across NSW. Releases were conducted with the trout acclimatisation societies as part of the NSW DPI Fish Stocking Program.
     
    The NSW trout fishery is carefully managed to ensure sustainability while delivering socio-economic benefits.
     
    It’s important that all anglers check they have a current and valid NSW Recreational Fishing License prior to going fishing. Information on the License Fee and trout fishing rules are available on NSW DPI Fisheries website at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing or on the FishSmart App. You can download the free FishSmart app from the iTunes app store or on Google Play).
     
    The public is encouraged to report illegal or suspect illegal fishing activity to the Fishers Watch Phoneline on 1800 043 536 or report it online via the form at: https://fal.cn/3gJWh

     

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    Explore The Magic Of NSW's Estuaries This Spring Onboard a Fishing Charter Boat

    As days get longer and temperatures rise, it is a great time to get out and make the most of the Spring weather. If you are looking to try something different, why not join one of our licensed charter operators on an Estuary Charter and set off on an adventure?

    Why Choose an Estuary Charter? Our licensed charter operators are professional, experienced, and passionate skippers who are all about making your outing safe, educational, and loads of fun! They know the estuary like the back of their hand and are committed to providing a memorable experience for you and your family.

    So Book Your Spring Adventure Now! The best way to find a licensed charter boat operator in your region is to use the ‘Go Charter Fishing NSW’ webpage - bit.ly/3FJziHf

    Simply navigate to the region you want to go fishing in, select from the available operators, and follow the links to book your trip.

     

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    Surprise Catch...A Mid North Coast Bonefish!

    North Coast angler Luke Giovanetti (pictured) submitted this interesting catch to the Department!  

    This bonefish (Albula glossodonta) was recently caught in the Coffs Harbour region at the mouth of one of the local estuaries. Luke got quite a surprise when this fish ate a lure that was intended for a mulloway or flathead. The fish ripped off more than 100m of line on its initial run and took over half an hour to land. Despite the battle, the fish was released in good condition.  On light tackle, this fish truly is a trophy catch!  

    Bonefish occur sporadically in northern and central Queensland and are widespread throughout the Indo Pacific region as far east as the Cook Islands. They inhabit inshore coastal waters and are most likely found across shallow sand and mud flats.  They are easily identified due to their streamlined shape and bright silvery-white body. They also have an “underslung” jaw, which is perfectly designed for foraging around the flats.  

    Indo Pacific Bonefish are a popular sportfish, particularly for fly fishers who’ll often travel to remote places like the Cook Islands or Kiribati to target them. They are renowned for being challenging to catch. Research suggests that they can obtain sizes up to 90cm and 8kg but are more commonly found around the 2kg mark. Historically, there have been reported catches as far south as Port Hacking, but they are considered rare anywhere south of Fraser Island.  

    Did you know Redmap is a ‘citizen science’ project that invites fishers and the community to share sightings of marine species that are ‘uncommon’ to their local seas. Over time, Redmap uses this ‘citizen science’ data to map which Australian marine species may be extending their distribution range in response to changes in the marine environment. For more information, please visit https://www.redmap.org.au/

     

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    WHAT A GAME!

    in The Bar

    Posted

    44 minutes ago, big Neil said:

    Well that's a wrap folks.

    Donna, you have to go to an AFL game and watch it live. TV doesn't do it justice. The pitch is massive and there's so much happening off the ball. TV coverage is good but it's one sport that requires you to take in the whole spectacle.

    bn

    You are right Neil. It is the one code I have not been to see a live game played.
    I used to go to Rugby Union when the Wallabies were up there.
     

    Bring on next year

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    WHAT A GAME!

    in The Bar

    Posted · Edited by mrsswordfisherman
    16 years fr has had this tipping comp

    Well I enjoyed the whole weekend really.

    We watched the AFL grand final on Sat and it was such a great battle. I have never followed or really understood it but I may follow it next year!

    It was my birthday on Sat and my daughters took me to see "Tina the musical" at the matinee session on Sunday. After we returned from Tina we watched the NRL girls game and my fav team Newcastle Knights won. 
    The game last night was so fantastic. I am a Souths supporter and swordie a Bulldog fan so we went for Penrith. @Isaac Ct I almost did what your Dad did but persisted. 

    As some of you know I have run a fishraider tipping comp for the last 16 years on here. Finally I won the tipping comp yippee. I hope more join in next year, its fun and no money involved. If anyone wants to join just sign up here https://community.deckee.com/topic/80338-fishraider-tipping-competition-2022-and-beyond/
    Great sporting weekend.

     

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    Another statistic

    in Boating

    Posted

    21 hours ago, BaitDropper said:

    Hi Noel, I've posted up Pic's a few times here, but not for a while, so I must have been doing something wrong.

    I uploaded a photo from my Computer, as before, then clicked on insert, but it didn't work. I'm reluctant to try again, as I cant delete my attempts.

    But yes, if you could run me thru it, I'll try and figure what went wrong..

     

    ... Noel, I think I have solved the issue, as I'm known as the boy in the bubble with modern technology 😁.. my wife came home just as my standard meltdown was about to happen 😄.. my old photo's uploaded with no issues, but it seems that the latest iphone update, created a new thing with all new photos, called HEIC instead of JPEG, totally un be known to me, so a simple phone setting change ( by my wife ) seems to have fixed the issue. I thought I was going crazy !!  Dam updates !!  I'll give it another go now...

    Thanks for help @noelm
    @BaitDropper I have split this fascinating project into a new thread in The Bar 

    Pickles & Rosie 5

    in The Bar

    Posted

    2 hours ago, Pickles said:

    Wow Donna - 6 broken ribs must have been extremely painful - still with us though, praise God. How long ago was that - not recently I trust?.

    It was in 2010 Bob. There is a massive post on here that I read when I was able to. It must have been the fishraider members all sending prayers and well wishes that helped me through. I have managed to see my 2 daughters finish degrees and become an excellent teacher and an excellent registered nurse, one got married and produced my first granchild. Many other milestones have been met. 

    Hope you are improving @Pickles and well done to Julie towing all the way back. 

    Another statistic

    in Boating

    Posted

    1 minute ago, Yowie said:

    With my caravan, I carry spare bearings, grease, nuts, bolts, gas regulator, tools, etc, etc. Probably why the van is heavy  🤣.

    The most used spare has been a tiny butane operated soldering iron.

    Yes and we have a kitchen sink as well @Yowie
    When we did a lap swordie spent months and months ordering "stupid bits and pieces". The delivery people knew us well :074:
    I complained bitterly :wife: until we had to use these things :blush:

    One time in WA we went out onto a beach and when we decided to return over the sand dunes. I said take that track and he took another. You can guess what happened.
    Out came some of the "stupid bits and pieces" and the "orange recovery track things" and we got back onto hard ground again!! We have helped many others with our bits and pieces too.
    Tyres for car and van we have spent $$$ changing these regularly. 

    @Fab1 kind of you to offer to help this chap. 

    kayak fishing lake illawarra

    in Kayaks and Paddling

    Posted

    10 hours ago, fredflathead said:

    Great Noelm, I have a nipper pump and crab traps what about prawning  Staying at Windang Tourist Park so I am close to the water, thanks for the information.

    Good park to stay at Norm. Park is fully fenced and you get a code to use to go out pedestrian gates.

    It is perfect for kayaking and fishing usually. 
    Last time we stayed there we got nothing in our tinny though! There is a boat ramp on-site. 

    Go across to the Windang Bowling Club (Club Windang) for dinner. 
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    Our ensuite site was huge and fitted caravan, boat and car. 

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