Port Stephens

[turtleeater]

Since lockdown is probably ending in soon, I thought I might go up to Port Stephens for a break with my friend in his holiday house during December and January. He has a private jetty and a boat but does anyone know what fish species are up there and what gear do I need. Also can anyone recommend me some bait for up there?

BTW I have a 2-4kg rod and a 8-15kg rod

Thanks in Advance

[kingie chaser]

7 minutes ago, turtleeater said:

Since lockdown is probably ending in soon, I thought I might go up to Port Stephens for a break with my friend in his holiday house during December and January. He has a private jetty and a boat but does anyone know what fish species are up there and what gear do I need. Also can anyone recommend me some bait for up there?

BTW I have a 2-4kg rod and a 8-15kg rod

Thanks in Advance

Just a suggestion, try using the search tab 😉

 

Good luck.

 

 

[turtleeater]

Just now, kingie chaser said:

Just a suggestion, try using the search tab 😉

 

Good luck.

 

 

Thanks mate

[jeffb5.8]

Beware of the no fish zones as the fines are a holiday destroyer

[lastworm]

I did well on the whiting up there off the beach, just using those freeze dried beach worms.

[Rebel]

Check with @Scratchie he is the Guru of Pt. Stephens.

Cheers.

[BigHorse]

If your buddy knows fishing ask him a few questions if not look on youtube there are heap of good and informative videos but also try and ask other fishraiders like and check the search tab. 

Beach fishing can be quite successful in the summer for bream and whiting. Around the nelson bay breakwall solid catches of ludrick and bream are caught. Try local fishing reports on spots and gear to use. the stuff you have seem fine for small bream and heaver rod will handle some snapper and other bigger fish.

Good luck

 

[turtleeater]

3 hours ago, BigHorse said:

If your buddy knows fishing ask him a few questions if not look on youtube there are heap of good and informative videos but also try and ask other fishraiders like and check the search tab. 

Beach fishing can be quite successful in the summer for bream and whiting. Around the nelson bay breakwall solid catches of ludrick and bream are caught. Try local fishing reports on spots and gear to use. the stuff you have seem fine for small bream and heaver rod will handle some snapper and other bigger fish.

Good luck

 

Thanks, My buddy knows nothing about fishing. He asked me to buy all the gear and bait for him and is waiting for someone to teach him (hopefully not me)

 

9 hours ago, Rebel said:

Check with @Scratchie he is the Guru of Pt. Stephens.

Cheers.

Cheers mate

[turtleeater]

On 9/26/2021 at 6:32 PM, jeffb5.8 said:

Beware of the no fish zones as the fines are a holiday destroyer

Thanks for the warning. Don't want my holiday ruined like last time.

[big Neil]

Hi Turtleeater. There's stacks of info for "novice" anglers on here and there are serious experts to ask questions of. I would be asking Scratchie first up. He fishes offshore mostly but knows the potential of his backyard (Pt Stevens)very well.

Start off by targetting the species which are easiest to catch (Flathead, Bream, Tailor, Salmon). Plenty of info on here to learn the how to and when...just use the search bar if you need specific help.

Relatively new anglers often get deterred by poor results but look on every trip as a learning experience.

You and your mate are very fortunate to have a boat which you can use. Check out areas where you CAN fish. Local bait/tackle shops will have maps of the areas. These often include the types of fish you are likely to encounter in those areas. 

The 2-4kg set up will be ideal for Bream and Flathead. Load it up with 6lb mono line, size 1 sinker(s) and a 2/0 hook. You may need some swivels too. Ideal baits are prawns, mullet, chicken guts, squid. Fish areas where there are drop offs. You will probably need a landing net too.

Good luck, I'm sure you will catch some.

bn

[turtleeater]

3 hours ago, big Neil said:

Hi Turtleeater. There's stacks of info for "novice" anglers on here and there are serious experts to ask questions of. I would be asking Scratchie first up. He fishes offshore mostly but knows the potential of his backyard (Pt Stevens)very well.

Start off by targetting the species which are easiest to catch (Flathead, Bream, Tailor, Salmon). Plenty of info on here to learn the how to and when...just use the search bar if you need specific help.

Relatively new anglers often get deterred by poor results but look on every trip as a learning experience.

You and your mate are very fortunate to have a boat which you can use. Check out areas where you CAN fish. Local bait/tackle shops will have maps of the areas. These often include the types of fish you are likely to encounter in those areas. 

The 2-4kg set up will be ideal for Bream and Flathead. Load it up with 6lb mono line, size 1 sinker(s) and a 2/0 hook. You may need some swivels too. Ideal baits are prawns, mullet, chicken guts, squid. Fish areas where there are drop offs. You will probably need a landing net too.

Good luck, I'm sure you will catch some.

bn

Thanks, I've got all my gear I need and my reels are both fully spooled (one with 10lb braid and the other with 40lb braid). I've fished in Sydney for over 4 years so I think I understand the basics. I've caught plenty of  Whiting, Flathead and Tailor around my area.

[kingie chaser]

Some other threads you could look through for info

https://www.fishraider.com.au/search/?q=stephens&quick=1

 

https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/614509/Recreational-Fishing-Guide-Port-Stephens.pdf

 

 

 

[big Neil]

5 hours ago, turtleeater said:

Thanks, I've got all my gear I need and my reels are both fully spooled (one with 10lb braid and the other with 40lb braid). I've fished in Sydney for over 4 years so I think I understand the basics. I've caught plenty of  Whiting, Flathead and Tailor around my area.

My apologies Turtleeater. I underestimated your capabilities. Contact Scratchie who can give you specific local information on the PS area. Good luck, hope you and your mate have lots of success. bn

[Berleyguts]

Are you planning to fish inside the Bay or offshore? If in the Bay, you can pump nippers at Corlette. Access from Roy Wood Reserve (Foreshore Drive and Sandy Point Road). Try for squid in Shoal Bay, or garfish if they’re about. Bream, flathead, whiting. Get the Navionics app on your phone and seek out the deep holes for mulloway. Read Scratchie’s post, linked earlier, especially for tips on snapper. Talk to any of the local tackle shop owners. They’ll steer you right. Enjoy our little part of paradise and make sure you’re familiar with the marine park and the sanctuary zones.

[turtleeater]

11 hours ago, Berleyguts said:

Are you planning to fish inside the Bay or offshore? If in the Bay, you can pump nippers at Corlette. Access from Roy Wood Reserve (Foreshore Drive and Sandy Point Road). Try for squid in Shoal Bay, or garfish if they’re about. Bream, flathead, whiting. Get the Navionics app on your phone and seek out the deep holes for mulloway. Read Scratchie’s post, linked earlier, especially for tips on snapper. Talk to any of the local tackle shop owners. They’ll steer you right. Enjoy our little part of paradise and make sure you’re familiar with the marine park and the sanctuary zones.

Thanks for the advice. I was planning to fish in the bay because I don't think I have the correct gear for offshore and I don't know how to fish offshore. I'll definitely try pumping some nippers for flathead and whiting. I might try catching some garfish but I normally target yellowtail for live bait.  Thanks again for the information.

[turtleeater]

Any suggestions of how to make a live bait rig for Jewies. I'll probably be using live whiting, yakkas or slimies

[Scratchie]

Happy to help out with any questions. Just fire away? 
 

cheers scratchie!!! 

[turtleeater]

15 minutes ago, Scratchie said:

Happy to help out with any questions. Just fire away? 
 

cheers scratchie!!! 

Thanks  I might message you soon

[Berleyguts]

6 hours ago, turtleeater said:

Thanks for the advice. I was planning to fish in the bay because I don't think I have the correct gear for offshore and I don't know how to fish offshore. I'll definitely try pumping some nippers for flathead and whiting. I might try catching some garfish but I normally target yellowtail for live bait.  Thanks again for the information.

If you don’t want to duck outside to Mrs Murphy’s (“The Crack”) for yellowtail, you can sometimes catch small ones near Bannisters (formerly Salamander Shores) wharf. Also sometimes near Soldiers Point boat ramp. Try working soft plastics for flathead. 😉

[turtleeater]

2 hours ago, Berleyguts said:

If you don’t want to duck outside to Mrs Murphy’s (“The Crack”) for yellowtail, you can sometimes catch small ones near Bannisters (formerly Salamander Shores) wharf. Also sometimes near Soldiers Point boat ramp. Try working soft plastics for flathead. 😉

Thanks, I've never caught anything on plastics even though I've spent over $50 on them. Maybe I can get a first?

[mrsswordfisherman]

3 hours ago, turtleeater said:

Thanks, I've never caught anything on plastics even though I've spent over $50 on them. Maybe I can get a first?

Here is some info from one of our raiders Shroom

 

[turtleeater]

28 minutes ago, mrsswordfisherman said:

Here is some info from one of our raiders Shroom

 

Thanks Donna but I've already watched it.

[mrsswordfisherman]

5 minutes ago, turtleeater said:

Thanks Donna but I've already watched it.

That’s good. It’s only been up a few days!

How did you find fishraider? You are a new member 👏

[kingie chaser]

https://www.salamanderbaittackle.com.au/fishing-reports/

[turtleeater]

12 hours ago, mrsswordfisherman said:

That’s good. It’s only been up a few days!

How did you find fishraider? You are a new member 👏

This is a very helpful website for learning how to target specific species. I've leant a lot from this website already.