MaoriArcher Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 I have the basic equipment, Kmart Rod and Tacklebox, basic knowledge like how to do a Sinker,Swivel and hook set up and how to hook some pilchards up and cast but just not sure where and when to fish around Sydney, I live close to the Georges river but I've heard heaps of people say they don't want to eat from there because it's dirty. But I only wanna fish to eat. Any tips or advice would be very much appreciated. Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest123456789 Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 Welcome to the site Maori. I recommend not eating fish west if the harbour bridge because of the level of dioxins present. Below is a link to more information: http://www.foodauthority.nsw.gov.au/foodsafetyandyou/special-care-foods/sydney-harbour-seafood The challenge for you will be not getting overwhelmed with information and advice as fishing is a complex activity. Here are three tips from me: 1. Find a fishing mentor. Either a friend, join a fishing club, make a connection through fishraider, there are many ways. Not only will you catch more fish quickly you will save a lot of money not buying the wrong gear. 2. Target a single species instead of trying to catching anything and everything each session. This way you limit the variables and don't need to take too much gear each trip. 3. Fish around dawn or dusk on warmer, less windy, clearer days. Most species will be feeding around this time. Hope this helps. Good luck! Luke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaoriArcher Posted October 3, 2016 Author Share Posted October 3, 2016 I know just the person for a mentor, thanks alot Luke that's perfect and handy information mate. Very much appreciated Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaoriArcher Posted October 3, 2016 Author Share Posted October 3, 2016 Does west of the harbour bridge extend down the to Wollongong or is that it's own set of problems ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scratchie Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 Does west of the harbour bridge extend down the to Wollongong or is that it's own set of problems ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk West of the bridge is the Parramatta river system! Yukk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaoriArcher Posted October 4, 2016 Author Share Posted October 4, 2016 Oh true but fishing down the gong or the entrance is alright ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scratchie Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Oh true but fishing down the gong or the entrance is alright ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yes mate, shouldn't have any problems there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest123456789 Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 (edited) How far is Port Hacking from you? I've never fished it but seen some good reports on here. Edited October 4, 2016 by Guest123456789 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaoriArcher Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share Posted October 8, 2016 Yes mate, shouldn't have any problems there! Sweet thanks mate, cheers for the advice Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaoriArcher Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share Posted October 8, 2016 How far is Port Hacking from you? I've never fished it but seen some good reports on here. Not too far about 30 minutes, I'll check it out Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trigunner54 Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Gymea baths at Port Hacking. With a running sinker rig and peeled prawns. Seen alot of trevally and bream caught there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaoriArcher Posted October 9, 2016 Author Share Posted October 9, 2016 Gymea baths at Port Hacking. With a running sinker rig and peeled prawns. Seen alot of trevally and bream caught there Would you eat the fish from there ? It's mostly just the rivers I wanna avoid right ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trigunner54 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 pretty shore port hacking is very clean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Salty Posted November 25, 2016 Share Posted November 25, 2016 Port Hacking, anywhere down the gong or central coast is fine, nice and clean waterways. Botany bay is pretty good as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad_tate Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Botany Bay has no issues with toxins or heavy metals that I am aware of, and I've fished it and the bay for 20 years now and have no issues keeping our catch. Port Hacking is also a very clean system, probably even better than the Georges due to the Royal National Park on the western shore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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