05 May , 2023
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The drastic cut
Recreational fishing charter operators believe they are doomed under new management guidelines around key demersal species such as dhufish and pink snapper. There was high tension at a meeting betw...
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05 May , 2023
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Gamex 2023 - The iconic fishing tournament
ONE lucky team walked away with a new boat after competing in Gamex last week. The iconic fishing tournament run by the Exmouth Game Fishing Club this year offered over $150,000 in prizes, includin...
05 May , 2023
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Westerberg hire won’t break bank
While rising fuel costs might make you think twice about heading off on that long-awaited fishing trip, Albany boat builder Westerberg has come up with a solution, as BARRY WISEMAN reports. IT’S be...
05 May , 2023
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Ideal western Warrior
What’s lightweight, extra tough and a breeze to handle? Throw in a soft ride and the odd tropical thunderstorm and if you’re keen, you can carry a soldering iron in your boot too. BARRY WISEMAN tak...
05 May , 2023
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The Baron rises again
In Greek mythology, the phoenix bird rose from the ashes to be born again. In real life, and in our time, the Baron hull from yesteryear has been reborn, as BARRY WISEMAN reports after trialling th...
05 May , 2023
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Anglapro a versatile vessel
Family boating is on the rise in Australia with the latest model from Brisbane-based Anglapro offering safety and security for all on board, as BARRY WISEMAN reports. WHILE international borders we...
01 Feb , 2023
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2022 Seafari to the Mackerel Islands offered a timely insight into some of the other angling options
With fishing for demersals an extremely contentious issue right around WA at the moment, our recent Seafari to the Mackerel Islands offered a timely insight into some of the other angling options w...
27 Jan , 2023
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Peter Wilson joined us for the Western Angler Seafari 2022
Fishing karma seemed to do us a solid on our annual trip to the Mackerel Islands last month. Our Western Angler Seafari was this year extended to two weeks, with around 80 readers joining us for so...
20 Jan , 2023
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The winning team from the Broome Billfish Classic 2022
A couple of famous WA fishing surnames were at the top of the leaderboard at the conclusion of the annual Broome Billfish Classic last month. Run by the Broome Fishing Club since 1988, the Classic ...
13 Jan , 2023
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A fishery rich in potential
The release process was carefully planned to ensure the fish adapted successfully to their new home. This included acclimatising them to the freshwater environment of the lake and the temperature c...