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CRITTERS OF THE CORAL

BEN KNAGGS loves to pit himself against the many species that hang around shallow coral. It can be tough on tackle, but there are ways to turn the odds in your favour.

DIRK HARTOG EVOLUTION

TIM FARNELL has noticed the changes at Dirk Hartog Island over a decade of visits, but there is still extraordinary land-based fishing on offer for those prepared to make the effort.

THOSE TERRIFIC TUSKIES

BEN SVENSON is hooked on blackspot tuskfish and loves to chase them in Shark Bay. They are a powerful opponent that can be very hard to stop in shallow water.

TESTING OUT TASSIE TROUT

SHANE MENSFORTH loves Tasmania and has enjoyed some astounding trout fishing there in recent years. This article is full of information for anyone considering a fishing trip to the Apple Isle.

THE APPLE NEVER FALLS FAR

PETER TUCKER has spent a lifetime showing other people how and where to catch fish. Now his son has caught the fishing bug and Tux couldn’t be prouder.

LOCKED, STOCKED AND DAM FISHING

PAUL NOLAN explains how stocking a private dam with trout and marron can produce memorable experiences that go far beyond just the fishing.

ANGLAPRO A VERSATILE VESSEL

BARRY WISEMAN reports that family boating is on the rise in Australia with the latest model from Brisbane-based Anglapro offering safety and security for all on board.

BARON RISES LIKE THE PHOENIX

BARRY WISEMAN reminds us that in Greek mythology, the phoenix bird rose from the ashes to be born again. He says that in recent times, the Baron hull has done the same.