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Our spring edition #152 of Freshwater Fishing Magazine is jam-packed with the latest techniques, locations and information to help you catch your favourite freshwater sportfish. Big cod can be hard to hook at times explains Mick Caulfield, and in this second part of his Eildon articles he outlines some of the tricks he uses to improve his hook-up rate! Before venturing up to Lake Eildon, Trevor Hawkins explores a few more fly streams below the lake, including the mighty Goulburn River. There are now a number of fantastic large Murray cod fisheries scattered all across the Murray-Darling Basin. The rivers provide traditional cod populations, while the stocked impoundments are now becoming a major draw card according to Colby Lesko. Nige Webster recently returned from a road trip filming and fishing the billabongs of the Northern Territory, he reckons it’s a trip every angler needs to undertake once in their lifetime, and in this article Nige shares a few tips and techniques to put into practise when you’re turn comes. Good fisheries management and local angler support and involvement are reaping rewards for the Nagambie district according to Trevor Hawkins, he gives an overview to one of the new murray cod fisheries taking Victoria by storm. Not all bites from Murray cod are the same, as Marc Ainsworth explains in his always informative column. Fishing is an activity that almost anyone can enjoy, all you need is a willingness to learn and a sense of adventure – qualities shared by both men and women. Read about the drive by the VFA to get more women fishing. The article listed are just the tipo of the iceberg, there’s a great selection of articles and columns, including all the latest gear, reviews, lure information and in depth reviews. -
The freshwater fishing across Australia is in full swing, and our March/April issue, #154 of Freshwater Fishing Australia magazine leads the way in locations and techniques, for native fish and trout anglers. Lubin Pfeiffer heads back to Lake Eildon to put some theories into practise and learns some valuable lessons along the way. Mat Skorupa gives us some great photography tips for capturing the moment and making the most of your fishing memories. Toby Grundy explores the tactics required to get more consistent double hook ups on impoundment golden perch. Colby Lesko takes us on a tour of the much talked about, but rarely visited Googong Dam chasing its golden perch. Andrew McGovern continues his globetrotting exploits targeting a myriad of freshwater species on soft plastics. In Part 2 of this informative piece Andrew details more key lessons learnt and how he has applied these to Australian waterways. Lubin Pfeiffer discovers the skill of slowing down as he uncovers the joys of fishing from the shore for trout in Tasmania. Bill Classon looks at Hatchery or artificial production of Murray cod in different areas, in what is a relatively ‘recent event’ (the late 1970’s), and notes interestingly that most of the pioneers that developed these techniques are still working in the industry to this day. Kane Dysart takes a look at the options available to anglers in Kakadu National Park. Casey Mattson discusses the trout tactics to get the most from the magical Kiewa River in Victoria. Brendon Spicer concludes his article on fishing metal lures for trout. Trevor Hawkins looks at Australia’s richest and largest freshwater fishing competition and outdoor lifestyle festival in Nagambie Victoria. Following on from his list of favourite dry flies, Trevor Hawkins nominates a few reliable wet flies for anglers fishing lakes. There’s a fantastic small boat and motors feature that lists what’s hot in this popular segment of the boat and motor market, and of course there are all our usual columns and product guides to get you through until issue #155 arrives.
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Our Autumn issue of Freshwater Fishing Magazine #155, is jam-packed with the latest techniques and locations. No stranger to native fish, Lubin Pfeiffer explores new ground in search of an Aussie brawler that has, until now, eluded him. Toby Vesty discusses chasing cod in small waters. While Andrew McGovern details just how effective soft plastics are when searching for golden perch in rivers. It’s been a record-breaking summer for Murray cod and golden perch stocking into Lake Eildon as Marc Ainsworth explains in his contribution. Adam Royter offers some basic thoughts about using soft plastics to their full potential. Colby Lesko looks at the little things that make all the difference when chasing cod off the top. Trevor Hawkins suggests that once you get your head around the idea of paying people to take you fishing, hiring a guide can be the best investment you can make to speed up your learning curve on your home waters, or to put you onto fish when visiting foreign locations. While in another article, he suggests anglers should get back out there and start fishing after the devastating fires impacted Tasmania’s Central Highlands this past summer. There’s lots more of course, including all the latest gear, reviews and in depth columns.
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Issue 156 of Freshwater Fishing Australia magazine is another bumper issue containing our Father’s Day special feature. Old fishing techniques never fully disappear, but often morph to reflect modern practises, and so it is here as Stephen Booth looks at the massive technological leap of fishing grubs near trees for golden perch. Discovery is the essence of becoming a better fly fisher as Casey Pfeiffer explains. Colby Lesko takes us on a tour of the fishing possibilities of the Moyne River in Victoria’s south-west. Chasing bass in wild, unforgiving environments can be one of the most rewarding ways to catch these bronzed bruisers under the cloak of darkness. Lubin Pfeiffer runs through the tactics he uses to produce large topwater explosions from the Murray River’s resident giants. Toby Grundy outlines the techniques, lure choices and likely areas to target that can produce big bass when they are in shut down mode. Lubin Pfeiffer runs us through a Western Lakes day pack and what you need to get out there and experience this Tasmanian fishery for yourself. Ben O’Brien and his mate finally get to visit an iconic trout fishing event. Nathan Huizing gives readers a run down on targeting the trophy brown trout of Tasmania. Trevor Hawkins suggests a few Victorian winter trout options. Aussie lure makers are like no others in the world! Their ranks include artists and craftsmen of outstanding ability – there are probably over 500 active independent makers existing at present. Chris Ghosn targets two iconic Australian species in one epic trip. Trevor Hawkins suggests winter can often be the best time to target big browns and rainbows. Trevor Hawkins suggests that doing the ‘outdoors stuff’ with your kids can be some of the best time of your kids’ life, and also give you some great memories to ‘boot’. Read all of the above and far more, including the latest gear, reviews and in-depth columns in this latest issue.
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Our summer issue #159 of Freshwater Fishing Magazine is packed with an amazing array of articles and content for your holiday season reading. Surface fishing is undoubtedly the most exciting way to target all manner of freshwater species. Here Andy McGovern, outlines his favourite genre of surface lure, why they are so successful, and how best to use them for cod and bass. Toby Grundy, outlines the golden grind and why it is now a tactic he uses in many impoundments including Googong, Lake Burley Griffin, Burrinjuck and Windamere. Chris Cotterill, gets bitten by the BOOF. Casey Mattson, takes us out onto the lakes to get the drift while fly fishing for trout. Colby Lesko, takes on a big fish marathon with a prototype lure, revealing a few Mulwala secrets along the way. Lubin Pfeiffer, takes us on a tour of his favourite Tasmanian trout river, the Tyenna. Looking for a remote destination that offers incredible run-off fishing? Chris Errity, explains why the Wildman River is for you. Trevor Hawkins, discusses the need to take onboard certain tackle considerations when chasing river trout. Scott Stephenson, gives a brief rundown on chasing goldens in weed structure. Ben O’Brien, and Jarred Varga, headed off on a mission heading south, leaving Sydney in our rear vision mirror with our destination being the Southern Highlands of New South Wales. Trevor Hawkins, takes a look at some of his home state’s most productive and iconic waters. Check out our Sunglasses feature packed with lots of information on the latest styles. There’s more of course, including all the regular columns, the latest news and reviews to keep you entertained over the summer period.
