Spring is prime time for targeting bass in rivers and impoundments. Scott explains how to locate them and which tactics work at this time of year. Image: Scott Thomas
ESTUARY: Times and tides
Understanding the movements and feeding behaviour of flathead during various tide cycles will increase your chances of success. Image: Mark Frendin
TECHNIQUE: When the fish ain’t biting
Everyone has fishless days. It’s how you respond and learn from these tough days that makes or breaks an angler. Image: David Green
GAME FISHING: Gear up for game
Taking the plunge and gearing up for game fishing can be confusing. Nathan explains how to make the switch from light tackle with these simple tips on game fishing gear. Image: Nathan Bajada
DESTINATIONS: More to Mallacoota
Mallacoota has more to offer than cricket score catches of bream, as Ben Caddaye recently discovered while exploring the system’s varied options.
DESTINATIONS: Baywatch
Hervey Bay has an abundant variety of species suitable for targeting on fly and lure, and it keeps Greg coming back year-after-year to experience the action. Image: Greg Finney
FRESHWATER: In praise of rainbows
Rainbow trout are one of the most widespread and readily available sportfish worldwide. Glen Stewart explains what makes them such an appealing fish to target on lures.
BOAT TEST: Fire up
Stacer’s latest release, the Crossfire, caters for the serious estuary fisho who also wants a family-friendly boat without compromise. Image: James Hill
Plus Greeny on “pro anglers”, Dave Rae on Australia’s deadliest creatures, Sami Omari on combating rust, Mark Williams on line-to-line connections and heaps more!