So you want to catch a Mangrove Jack? This is just some basic tips I have been taught, learnt and watch others do to become successful at landing that elusive Mangrove Jack. I’m by far no expert but hopefully we can get you on the right track to land one of these Red Devils in […]
Category: Fishing Facts & Tips
Snapper Fishing in the Shallows with Soft Plastics by Peter Kaye
Hi there, I’ve decide to write this article on snapper fishing in the shallows to try and help out the fellow fisherman. Falling in love with lure fishing some 5 years ago I have been on a steep learning curve since and expect will continue for a long time to come. I have been lucky […]
Beach & Rock Lure Fishing by Matt Armistead
Another Greenback while Lure Fishing
Beach Fishing Tips by Alvey Reels Australia
Written by Rob Duncan Sand between the toes, pristine surrounds, the abundance of fauna & flora and of course those beautiful starry nights could be just a couple of reasons many people find the attraction of ‘getting away’ from it all and heading to the beach so appealing. The beach is certainly a terrific place […]
Handling Australian Bass
By Ashley Thamm Here’s a quick article highlighting a few key pointers I have learnt about handling Australian Bass over the last few years. 1) Always handle native fish with extreme care. Don’t take them from the water longer than you’d want your head held underwater and let’s face it that’s not very long at […]
Gar Fishing Tactics
Gar fishing apart from Whiting and Toadfish, would have to be one of the best types of fishing for the kids. The great thing about Gar fishing is that you really only need the basics to get out there and have fun. Freshwater or Saltwater Gar fishing is an activity that they whole family can […]
Freshwater Fly Fishing Basics with James Fox
Hi Guys The fine Crew at Tackle Land have asked me to write up a basic getting started in Freshwater Fly Fishing segment.. Here are my own thoughts for those who are either already versed in Saltwater Fly and wishing to pursue something different or for those who would just like some tips on where […]
Tilapia Culling Tips
General Information Scientific Name: Tilapia, Oreochromis and Sarotherodon spp. Tilapia Overview Tilapia live in our freshwater ecosystems, but can also tolerate water that contains low levels of salt. Tilapia prefer warmer water temperatures such as our Queensland Fresh Waterways where they breed uninterrupted. Since the introduction into our waterways, Tilapia have become problematic invasive species […]
New Canoe User Experience by Ian & Shelby Nye
Living right on the edge of Moreton Bay tempts one to go fishing as often as possible, but the good fishing points are a few kms away either at the Shorncliffe Pier or up round the Ted Smout bridge and being a bit lazy I have no wish to walk with all of my gear […]
Saltwater Fly Fishing Basics
Presented by – Adam Griffiths Fly fishing in saltwater is a very rewarding and effective way to catch many species of fish from the humble flathead to Marlin. For a first time fly fisher it can be very daunting with different weight lines, rods, reels, and a vast array of flies and other bits that […]