2024 Spring Magazine - Printed


Grab a copy of the most current Western Angler Magazine.

Published in 1985, Western Angler magazine has earned the reputation of being one of the highest-quality fishing journals in Australia.

Major Features

CARNAR-FIN TICKS ALL THE BOXES

SCOTT COGHLAN finally made it to Carnar-fin, one of WA’s most popular regional fishing competitions. Between official duties he experienced some fantastic inshore fishing.

SPRING INTO SAMBO ACTION

LEVI DE BONI takes a fresh look at a Perth fishery that was once feted but has been overlooked in recent years. At this time of year, sambo jigging is still a great option for metro anglers.

NEW POPPER PUT TO THE TEST

CURTIS WATERMAN experiences the best of Kimberley fishing while putting some new Halco lures to the test on an amazing trip with Reel Teaser.

TUNED IN FOR TAILOR TIME

JOEL TINETTI believes spring is the perfect time to chase chopper tailor in the Swan River and perfect your techniques for landing bigger fish.

READY FOR THE LURE OF THE REDFIN

DARRELL HIGGINBOTTOM loves fishing for redfin perch, especially around his home of Harvey. He offers his tips for consistently catching these tasty freshwater ferals.

WHEN IS IT RIGHT TO RESTOCK?

DPIRD staff explain why the pros and cons need to be carefully assessed before making the decision to restock a waterway with fish of any species.





FRONT COVER
A fantastic Kimberley queenfish during an epic session for Curtis Waterman. See the full story on Page 34.


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Columns


EDITORIAL

An incredible new book offers an unprecedented look at the history of freshwater stocking and trout fishing in WA.

TACKLE AND TACTICS

A new electric reel that was unveiled in the United States is set to have an impact on WA fishing.

SHORE ANGLES

After a decade, Smithy signs off by catching up with an old WAngler writer to get tips on how to catch dhufish from shore.

KAYAK ANGLER

The range of flipper-drive kayaks has exploded and Paul checks out the new Orion 10.

JUNIOR ANGLER

Tim knows what it’s like to be time-poor, which is why pre-tied rigs are a great way to maximise fishing and family time.

Columns


OFFROAD ANGLER

Matt looks at the extras you need to ensure offroad touring doesn’t end in tears.

BOATING ANGLER

Ryan ventured to the Gold Coast for the launch of the new Honda BF350 V8 and was impressed by what he saw

ADVENTURE MUM

There are different approaches to rod management, but hopefully they all produce the same result – fish and fun.

JUST ADD WATER

Curtis headed to Florida for iCast, checking out what’s new in the world of fishing and finding time to wet a line.

WHAT’S COOKING

Chef Dale offers up his first recipe for trout, and it’s something different.

BACK LASH

It turned out a colourful local was just what Jamie needed on a mulloway mission in Darwin.

Our Regulars


UNDERCURRENTS

WHAT’S NEW

SUBSCRIPTIONS

McGLASHAN MOMENTS

RECFISHWEST

ANGLER’S PROFILE

TOP GEAR REVIEW

ANGLER’S ALMANAC

MAKING WAVES

BOAT REVIEW

4WD SHOW PREVIEW

READERS’ PHOTOS

JUNIOR COMPETITION


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