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Fishing World
FISHING AND CONSERVATION
THE LURE OF BASS • Australian bass are an iconic coastal freshwater species with an undisputed appetite for lures.
ONLINE THIS MONTH
QUEENSLAND IMPOSES NEW RULES FOR SPANISH MACKEREL
MILLION DOLLAR FISH SEASON 8
NSW DPI PRESENTS
WA PROPOSES NINTH MONTH DEMERSAL CLOSURE
WIN!
WHAT’S NEW • Fisho highlights the latest tackle, gear and accessories.
YETI JUG
BORDER BEACHES • Surf fishing the accessible beaches along the NSW and Queensland border is a productive way of finding fish.
ESTUARIES AFTER DARK • Dave visits his local estuary and experiences what’s lurking around under the cover of darkness.
MARLIN EVERY MONTH • Consistently warm offshore water temps mean marlin are now commonly caught year-round off the Gold Coast.
GET HOOKED • Hooks come in a variety of styles and patterns and understanding how to use them is critical for successful fishing.
DAM GOOD • The Central West of NSW is home to a number of productive dams, most are overflowing with water, and all hold a variety of native and introduced species.
BUCCANEER ADVENTURE • The Buccaneer Archipelago on the isolated Kimberley coast is a bucket-list destination for every adventure-driven fisho.
FACT BOX
WASTE NOT, WANT NOT • While the cost of living is sky rocketing, there are ways to save a few dollars and still enjoy our great pastime.
REEF WARRIORS • Jamie offers some advice for targeting samson fish, a species renown for their strength and dirty fighting tactics.
SHIMANO JUNIORS
GRIN AND WIN! • Each month we will select five lucky winners for our Grin & Win section. Grin & Win winners will each receives a quality Shimano spin reel!
WIN BIG! • SEND YOUR DIGITAL PHOTOS AND A DESCRIPTION OF YOUR CATCH TO PICTURES@FISHO.COM.AU FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN.
FRESH RIDE • If you fish Australia’s vast network of freshwater rivers and impoundments, it pays to have a dedicated freshwater boat.
STAY CONNECTED • All the latest fishing news, tips, and reviews at your fingertips
THE REC FISHING DEBACLE • Is it time the NSW Government puts short term political gain aside and recognises the true value of rec fishing?