Queensland Fishing Monthly May 2019 by Fishing Monthly

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Whittley CW1950 with Yamaha 115hp • Hyundai Tucson Go •

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Taming flatties on topwater • Learning about leaders • Extra barra on fly tips

Boating & Kayaking Launch the yak in the Logan • Winter breamin’ on the flats • More on bar crossing

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,,150! ,,-7 $ $HIGH P/W*: $37 $-7 P/W*: $37 7150! 150! 7•$ 150! • HIGH SIDES • 15FMHS 2-STROKE SIDES • 15FMHS 2-STROKE • HIGH SIDES (A) INDICATIVE (A) INDICATIVE (A) INDICATIVE (A) INDICATIVE P/W*: P/W*: $37 $37

QUINTREX RENEGADE TILLER QUINTREX QUINTREX 420 420 RENEGADE TILLER QUINTREX RENEGADE QUINTREX RENEGADE 420420 RENEGADE SC SCQUINTREX 460460 RENEGADE SC SC QUINTREX RENEGADE TILLER QUINTREX QUINTREX 420 420 RENEGADE QUINTREX RENEGADE QUINTREX RENEGADE 420420 RENEGADE SC SCQUINTREX 460460 RENEGADE SC SC onlyonlyTILLER 2

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,,550! ,,590! ,,OF990! $ $ $ P/W*: P/W*: ,EXTRA ,,590! ,,OF990! $ $ $ P/W*: $113$113 P/W*: $150$150 18 29 550! 22 29 $•EXTRA $22 $ P/W*: $93 P/W*: $113 P/W*: $150 $18 $ $ P/W*: $93YAMAHA P/W*: $113 P/W*: $150 18 22 590! 990! 18 550! 22 590! 990! •29 HEAPS SPACE! •, SEAT POSITION • PAINTED SIDES • F40HP • F40HP YAMAHA • F60HP YAMAHA •29 HEAPS SPACE! SEAT550! POSITION • PAINTED SIDES AND AND • F60HP • F40HP YAMAHA • F40HP YAMAHA YAMAHA • HEAPS OF SPACE! • EXTRA SEAT POSITION • PAINTED SIDES AND (B) INDICATIVE (B) INDICATIVE (B) INDICATIVE (B) INDICATIVE P/W*: P/W*: $93 $93

(H) INDICATIVE (H) INDICATIVE (H) INDICATIVE (H) INDICATIVE

15FMHS 2-STROKE - • PICKLEFORK • F40HP YAMAHA• EXTRA • F40HP YAMAHA • F60HP YAMAHA • CASTING DECKS FRONT• F40HP • HIGH, STRIPES • HEAPS OFDECKS SPACE! HIGH SIDES FRONT SEATSMOOTH POSITION • PAINTED SIDES AND THE2-STROKE BEST 2-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE • 15FMHS - • PICKLEFORK YAMAHA • F40HP YAMAHA • F60HP YAMAHA CASTING HIGH, SMOOTH SIDESSIDES STRIPES THE•BEST 2-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE • EXTRA CASTING DECKS • PICKLEFORK FRONT• 4-STROKE STRIPES THE BEST 2-STROKE SEA POSITIONS QUINTREX ALLOY • HIGH, ONLY 2SMOOTH AVAILABLE AT • EXTRA POSITION• 4-STROKE • EXTRA CASTING DECKS PICKLEFORK FRONT HIGH, SIDES STRIPES EVER MADE! • 4-STROKE BOW PLATE • ONLY • 4-STROKE BOW PLATE • EXTRA • 4-STROKE ELECTRIC START, THE 2-STROKE SEA POSITIONS • QUINTREX ALLOY 2SMOOTH AVAILABLE ATSIDES SEATSEAT POSITION EVERBEST MADE! BOW PLATE • 4-STROKE BOW PLATE ELECTRIC START, • EXTRA SEA POSITIONS • QUINTREX ALLOY • BOW 2 AVAILABLE • EXTRA POSITION• ELECTRIC MADE! • QUINTREX • BOW PLATE • BOW PLATE • ELECTRIC START, MASSIVE 77L FUEL TRAILER THIS PRICE! LOTS OFSEAT STORAGE • EXTRA SEA POSITIONS ALLOY • ONLY 2 AVAILABLE AT AT • EXTRA POSITION TRIM & TILT SIDE DECALS LOTS OF STORAGE LOTS OF STORAGE MADE! PLATE • BOW PLATE START, MASSIVE 77L FUEL TANKTANK TRAILER THIS• ONLY PRICE! LOTS OFSEAT STORAGE TRIM & TILT • EVER SIDE• EVER DECALS LOTS OF STORAGE LOTS OF STORAGE • MASSIVE 77L FUEL TRAILER PRICE! • LOTS OF STORAGE DECALS • LOTS OF STORAGE • LOTS OF STORAGE 77L FUEL TANKTANK TRAILER THIS THIS PRICE! • LOTS OF STORAGE TRIMTRIM & TILT& TILT • MASSIVE • SIDE• SIDE DECALS • LOTS OF STORAGE • LOTS OF STORAGE

QUINTREX BUSTA QUINTREX 420420 BUSTA QUINTREX BUSTA QUINTREX 420420 BUSTA

,,&990! $9$ 990! $,,•9 P/W*: $49$•9 P/W*: $49 9 990! 990! BATTERY & BOX • 30HP YAMAHA BATTERY BOX • 30HP YAMAHA • BATTERY & BOX (E) INDICATIVE (E) INDICATIVE (E) INDICATIVE (E) INDICATIVE P/W*: P/W*: $49 $49

• 30HP YAMAHA• 24L •FUEL 24L FUEL TANK BATTERY & BOX 2-STROKE • 30HP YAMAHA TANK 2-STROKE 24L FUEL TANK SIDE POCKETS • SIDE 24L•FUEL TANK • 2-STROKE ELECTRIC START POCKETS • 2-STROKE ELECTRIC START POCKETS ELECTRIC START FRONT CAST • FRONT SIDE• SIDE POCKETS 24L FUEL TANK • ELECTRIC START CAST DECKDECK 24L•FUEL TANK • FRONT 24L FUEL CASTCAST DECKDECK • 24L•FUEL TANKTANK• FRONT

QUINTREX ENDER QUINTREX 450450 TOPTOP ENDER QUINTREX ENDER QUINTREX 450450 TOPTOP ENDER

QUINTREX F420 EXPLORER QUINTREX F420 EXPLORER QUINTREX F420 EXPLORER QUINTREX F420 EXPLORER

,,990! $ ,,990! $ $20 $20 20 990! 20 990!

(F) INDICATIVE (F) INDICATIVE

QUINTREX ENDER QUINTREX 490490 TOPTOP ENDER QUINTREX ENDER QUINTREX 490490 TOPTOP ENDER

,,990! $ ,,990! $ $23 $23 23 990! 23 990!

(G) INDICATIVE (G) INDICATIVE

,,290! $ ,,290! $ $34 $34 34 290! 34 290!

(D) INDICATIVE (D) INDICATIVE

QUINTREX FREESTYLER QUINTREX 530530 FREESTYLER QUINTREX FREESTYLER QUINTREX 530530 FREESTYLER

QUINTREX TRIDENT QUINTREX 650650 TRIDENT QUINTREX TRIDENT QUINTREX 650650 TRIDENT

,,980! $ ,,590! ,,TOP980! $ $ ,,•980! $ ,,590! ,,TOP980! $ $ P/W*: P/W*: 58 P/W*: $425$425 P/W*: $292$292 85 58 $•85 $39 $ $ $39 $ P/W*: $425 P/W*: $292 85 980! 39 590!•F115HP 980! P/W*: $425 P/W*: $292YAMAHA 85 980! 39 590! 980! •58 BIMINI 180L FUEL • F115HP • F200HP YAMAHA •58 BIMINI 180L FUEL TANKTANK YAMAHA • F200HP YAMAHA • 180L FUEL TANK • F115HP YAMAHA • BIMINI TOP • F200HP YAMAHA

(J) INDICATIVE (J) INDICATIVE

(I) $159 INDICATIVE (I) INDICATIVE (J) $197 INDICATIVE P/W*: $159 (J) INDICATIVE P/W*: P/W*: $197 P/W*: P/W*: $159 • BIMINI P/W*: $159 $197 • BIMINI $197YAMAHA • BIMINI • BIMINI • F60HP YAMAHA •P/W*: F70HP TOP TOP TOP TOP • F60HP YAMAHA •P/W*: F70HP YAMAHA BIMINI TOP • BIMINI TOP • F60HP YAMAHA • F70HP YAMAHA • CASTING DECKS CASTING DECKS BIMINI TOP • BIMINI TOP 4-STROKE 4-STROKE • F60HP YAMAHA • F70HP YAMAHA • CASTING DECKS CASTING DECKS 4-STROKE 4-STROKE • CASTING DECKS • PLENTY CASTING DECKS 4-STROKE 4-STROKE FLARED BOW OF SPACE CASTING DECKS DECKS 70L UNDER FLOOR 70L UNDER FLOOR • FLARED BOW • CASTING PLENTY OF SPACE • 4-STROKE 70L•UNDER FLOOR • 4-STROKE 70L•UNDER FLOOR • FLARED OF SPACE •UNDER 70L UNDER FLOOR •UNDER 70L UNDER FLOOR LOTS OFBOW INCLUSTIONS• 70L • PLENTY FLARED BOW FLARED • FLARED PLENTY OF SPACE FUEL TANK FUEL TANK • 70L FLOOR FLOOR • LOTS OFBOW INCLUSTIONS BOW FUEL TANK FUEL TANK • LOTS OF INCLUSTIONS FUELFUEL • FLARED OF INCLUSTIONS BOWBOW FUELFUEL TANKTANK • LOTS TANKTANK • FLARED

QUINTREX TRIDENT QUINTREX 690690 TRIDENT QUINTREX TRIDENT QUINTREX 690690 TRIDENT

QUINTREX RENEGADE QUINTREX 490490 RENEGADE SC SC QUINTREX RENEGADE QUINTREX 490490 RENEGADE SC SC

(F)$109 INDICATIVE (G) INDICATIVE (D)$170 INDICATIVE (F) INDICATIVE (G) INDICATIVE (D) INDICATIVE P/W*: $109 P/W*: $120 P/W*: $170 P/W*: P/W*: $120 P/W*: P/W*: $109 • FRONT P/W*: $120 • MASSIVE P/W*: $170 • FRONT P/W*: $109 P/W*: $120 P/W*: $170 • FRONT & REAR • FRONT & REAR • MASSIVE • F40HP YAMAHA • F60HP YAMAHA • F70HP YAMAHA & REAR & REAR OPENOPEN BOATBOAT• F70HP • F40HP YAMAHA • F60HP YAMAHA YAMAHA • FRONT & REAR • FRONT & REAR • MASSIVE OPEN BOAT • F40HP YAMAHA • F60HP YAMAHA • F70HP YAMAHA CASTING DECKS CASTING DECKS BLADE HULL • FRONT & REAR • FRONT & REAR • MASSIVE OPEN BOAT 4-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE • F40HP YAMAHA • F60HP YAMAHA • F70HP YAMAHA CASTING DECKS CASTING DECKS BLADE HULL 4-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE DECKS DECKS • BLADE HULLTO TO • 4-STROKE • CASTING EXTRA SEAT POSITION • CASTING GARMIN SV PRICE DECKS DECKS • BLADE HULLREDUCED • 4-STROKE ELECTRIC START, • 4-STROKE MULTI FUNTIONAL • 4-STROKE ELECTRIC START, • CASTING EXTRA SEAT POSITION • CASTING GARMIN 65 SV65 PRICE REDUCED • 4-STROKE ELECTRIC START, • 4-STROKE MULTI FUNTIONAL ELECTRIC START, • EXTRA POSITION 65 SV • PRICE REDUCED • ELECTRIC START, • MULTI FUNTIONAL • ELECTRIC START, LOTS OFSEAT INCLUSIONS • GARMIN LOTS CLEAR! • EXTRA POSITION • GARMIN 65OFSVINCLUSIONS • PRICE REDUCED TO TO • ELECTRIC TRIM & TILT TRIM & TILT TILLER HANDLE • ELECTRIC START, • MULTI FUNTIONAL START, LOTS OFSEAT INCLUSIONS LOTS OF INCLUSIONS CLEAR! TRIM & TILT TRIM & TILT TILLER HANDLE • LOTS OF INCLUSIONS TILLER • LOTS OF INCLUSIONS CLEAR! TILLER HANDLECLEAR! OF INCLUSIONS OF INCLUSIONS TRIMTRIM & TILT& TILT • LOTS TRIMTRIM & TILT& TILT • LOTS HANDLE

,,990! $ ,,990! $ $31 $31 31 990! 31 990!

(I) INDICATIVE (I) INDICATIVE

QUINTREX DORY QUINTREX 520520 DORY QUINTREX DORY QUINTREX 520520 DORY

YELLOWFIN 6500 YELLOWFIN 6500 ST ST YELLOWFIN 6500 YELLOWFIN 6500 ST ST

(K) INDICATIVE (K) INDICATIVE (K) INDICATIVE (K) INDICATIVE

(L) INDICATIVE (L) INDICATIVE (L) INDICATIVE (L) INDICATIVE

• BOW CABIN BIMINI TOPCOVER • HUGE 180L• HUGE FUEL TANK 4-STROKE 4-STROKE • F115HP YAMAHA • BOW • F200HP YAMAHA COVER CABIN 4-STROKE 4-STROKE COVER • HUGE CABIN NEW APEX ELECTRONICS COVER • HUGE CABIN • 4-STROKE DELUXE • 4-STROKE HARD NEW• BOW APEX HULLHULL ELECTRONICS • 4-STROKE DELUXE BOWBOW• BOW • 4-STROKE HARD TOP TOP • NEW • ELECTRONICS • DELUXE • HARD TOP OFFSHORE BOW RIDER! PRICE REDUCTION! APEXAPEX HULL CUSHIONS CABIN CUSHIONS• ELECTRONICS • DELUXE BOWBOW• NEW • HARD TOP OFFSHORE BOWHULL RIDER! PRICE REDUCTION! CUSHIONS CABIN CUSHIONS • OFFSHORE RIDER! • PRICE REDUCTION! CUSHIONS • OFFSHORE • CABIN CUSHIONS• PRICE BOWBOW RIDER! REDUCTION! CUSHIONS • CABIN CUSHIONS

YELLOWFIN 6500 FOLDING YELLOWFIN 6500 FOLDING HT HT YELLOWFIN 6500 FOLDING YELLOWFIN 6500 FOLDING HT HT L! EL! E D O M M EOWDEMLOO!DDEL! NM NEW W NEWNE

YELLOWFIN 7000 YELLOWFIN 7000 HT HT YELLOWFIN 7000 YELLOWFIN 7000 HT HT L! MLLO!!DDE EOOWDDE NM EL! NEW E O M M W NEWNE

,,990! $ ,,590! ,,890! ,,690! $ $ $ ,,•990! $ ,,590! ,,•PLATINUM ,,•690! $ $ $ P/W*: P/W*: P/W*: 85 93 P/W*: $379$379 P/W*: $425$425 P/W*: $463$463 99 76 85 890! 93 $•99 $•76 $•PLATINUM $•PLATINUM $ $ $ $ P/W*: $494 P/W*: $379 P/W*: $425 P/W*: $463 99 990! 76 590! 85 890! 93 690! P/W*: $494 P/W*: $379 P/W*: $425YAMAHA P/W*: $463 99 990! 590! 85 890! 93 690! 180L FUEL WELDED FLOORS PACKAGE• F200HP PLATINUM PACKAGE • F200HP YAMAHA • F150HP YAMAHA • F150HP • F200HP YAMAHA 180L FUEL TANKTANK • F150HP •76 WELDED FLOORS PACKAGE PACKAGE • F200HP YAMAHA YAMAHA • F150HP YAMAHA YAMAHA • 180L FUEL TANK • PLATINUM PACKAGE • F200HP YAMAHA • PLATINUM PACKAGE • F200HP YAMAHA • F150HP YAMAHA • WELDED FLOORS • F150HP YAMAHA (M) INDICATIVE (M) INDICATIVE (M) INDICATIVE (M) INDICATIVE P/W*: $494 P/W*: $494

(N) INDICATIVE (N) INDICATIVE (N) INDICATIVE (N) INDICATIVE

• HUGE CABIN • 180L FUEL TANK 4-STROKE • F200HP YAMAHA HUGE CABIN 4-STROKE HUGE CABIN • ELECTRONICS • HUGE CABIN • 4-STROKE HARD ELECTRONICS • 4-STROKE HARD TOP TOP ELECTRONICS • HARD TOP • LOTS INCLUDED! ELECTRONICS CABIN CUSHIONS• LOTS • HARD TOP INCLUDED! CABIN CUSHIONS • LOTS INCLUDED! • CABIN CUSHIONS• LOTS INCLUDED! • CABIN CUSHIONS

(O) INDICATIVE (O) INDICATIVE (O) INDICATIVE (O) INDICATIVE

• LOWRANCE FLOORS 4-STROKE • F150HP YAMAHA • WELDED LOWRANCE ELITEELITE 9TI 9TI 4-STROKE • LOWRANCE CABIN CUSHIONS • LOWRANCE ELITEELITE 9TI 9TI • 4-STROKE REAR LOUNGE CABIN CUSHIONS • 4-STROKE REAR LOUNGE • CABIN CUSHIONS • REAR LOUNGE BIMINI & CLEARS • CABIN CUSHIONS DEEP-V ENTRY • REAR LOUNGE BIMINI & CLEARS DEEP-V ENTRY • BIMINI & CLEARS • DEEP-V ENTRY • BIMINI & CLEARS • DEEP-V ENTRY

(P) INDICATIVE (P) INDICATIVE (P) INDICATIVE (P) INDICATIVE

OF EXTRAS!) • F200HP OF EXTRAS!) • PLATINUM PACKAGE • PLATINUM PACKAGE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE • F150HP YAMAHA YAMAHA (LOTS(LOTS OF EXTRAS!) (LOTS(LOTS OF EXTRAS!) 4-STROKE 4-STROKE (LOTS OF EXTRAS!) OF EXTRAS!) • GARMIN SV • (LOTS GARMIN SV OF 95 EXTRAS!) OF 95 EXTRAS!) • 4-STROKE YAMAHA 6YC GUAGE • 4-STROKE YAMAHA 6YC GUAGE • (LOTS GARMIN SV95 • (LOTS GARMIN SV95 • 4-STROKE YAMAHA 6YC GUAGE • 4-STROKE YAMAHA 6YC GUAGE • GARMIN 95 SV • GARMIN 95 SV • YAMAHA 6YCWINCH GUAGE • YAMAHA 6YCMODEL GUAGE BRAND NEW MODEL• YAMAHA BRAND NEW MODEL • GARMIN 95 SV • GARMIN 95 SV MUIR DRUM SOUTHENER • YAMAHA 6YC GUAGE 6YCMODEL GUAGE BRAND NEW MODEL BRAND NEW MODEL MUIR DRUM WINCH SOUTHENER • BRAND MODEL• SOUTHENER • BRAND MODEL • MUIR DRUM WINCH • SOUTHENER MODEL • BRAND NEWNEW MODEL • BRAND NEWNEW MODEL • MUIR DRUM WINCH MODEL

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BAYSPORT DELUXE BAYSPORT 640640 DELUXE BAYSPORT DELUXE BAYSPORT 640640 DELUXE

,,FRONT ,,990! ,,990! ,,990! $48 $61 $68 $ ,,FRONT ,,990! ,,990! ,990! $ $ $ $ 990! 77 P/W*:P/W*: $312$312 P/W*:P/W*: $341$341 P/W*:P/W*: $386$386 48 990! 61 68 77 $•GREY $ $ $ $ P/W*: $243 P/W*: $312 P/W*: $341 P/W*: $386 48 990! 61 990! 68 990! 77 990! P/W*: $243 P/W*: $312 P/W*: $341 P/W*: $386YAMAHA 48 990! 61 990! 68 990! 77 990! • BIMINI, & SIDE • F130 • MASSIVE CABIN • GARMIN COLOUR • F150HP •,GREY PAINTED • F90HP YAMAHA • F130 YAMAHA • F130 YAMAHA • F150HP •$ BIMINI, & SIDE •$ MASSIVE CABIN •$ GARMIN COLOUR PAINTED HULLHULL • F90HP YAMAHA YAMAHA • F130 YAMAHA YAMAHA • MASSIVE CABIN • GARMIN COLOUR • GREY PAINTED HULL • F90HP YAMAHA • BIMINI, FRONT & SIDE • F130 YAMAHA • F130 YAMAHA • F150HP YAMAHA (Q) INDICATIVE (Q) INDICATIVE (Q) INDICATIVE (Q) INDICATIVE P/W*: $243 P/W*: $243

(R) INDICATIVE (R) INDICATIVE (R) INDICATIVE (R) INDICATIVE

(S) INDICATIVE (S) INDICATIVE (S) INDICATIVE (S) INDICATIVE

(T) INDICATIVE (T) INDICATIVE (T) INDICATIVE (T) INDICATIVE

CLEARS, RACK • F130 • FULL ELECTRONICS • F130 SOUNDER/GPS COMBO • CUSTOM BIMINI, FRONT & SIDE • MASSIVE CABIN • GARMIN COLOUR • GREY PAINTED HULLBOARD 4-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE • F90HP YAMAHA • CLEARS, YAMAHA YAMAHA • F150HP YAMAHA ROD ROD RACK FULL ELECTRONICS SOUNDER/GPS COMBO CUSTOM BAIT BAIT BOARD 4-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE 4-STROKE CLEARS, ROD RACK • 4-STROKE • TOILET, FULL ELECTRONICS SOUNDER/GPS • CUSTOM BAIT BOARD 4-STROKE • MASSIVE CABIN PRIVACY • PLUMBED LIVE BAIT • 4-STROKE FULL ELECTRONICS CLEARS, ROD RACK ELECTRONICS SOUNDER/GPS • CUSTOM BAIT BOARD • 4-STROKE GARMIN COLOUR • 4-STROKE FULL CAMPER • FULL S/S TARGA • 4-STROKE FOLDING STAINLESS • MASSIVE CABIN TOILET, PRIVACY LIVE COMBO BAITCOMBO FULL ELECTRONICS • 4-STROKE GARMIN COLOUR FULL CAMPER • 4-STROKE S/S •TARGA TOP TOP• PLUMBED FOLDING STAINLESS MASSIVE CABIN • TOILET, PRIVACY • PLUMBED LIVE BAIT • FOLDING • FULL ELECTRONICS • GARMIN COLOUR • FULL CAMPER • TOILET, •TARGA S/S TARGA • FOLDING STAINLESS • HUGE VALUE! SCREEN, & MORE TANK & MUCH LOTS INCLUDED! MASSIVE CABIN PRIVACY LIVE BAITMORE • FULL ELECTRONICS GPS/SOUNDER COVERS WALK-AROUND STEEL TARGA TOP • GARMIN COLOUR • FULL CAMPER • S/S TOP TOP• PLUMBED STAINLESS • HUGE VALUE! SCREEN, & MORE TANK & MUCH MORE LOTS INCLUDED! GPS/SOUNDER COVERS WALK-AROUND STEEL TARGA TOP • HUGE VALUE! SCREEN, & MORE & MUCH MORE STEELSTEEL • LOTS INCLUDED! GPS/SOUNDER• HUGE COVERS • WALK-AROUNDTANKTANK TARGA VALUE! SCREEN, & MORE & MUCH MORE • LOTS INCLUDED! GPS/SOUNDER COVERS • WALK-AROUND TARGA TOP TOP 10.15% PA INDICATIVE INTEREST RATE* / 11.58% PA INDICATIVE INTEREST RATE* DISCLAIMER: *REPAYMENT AMOUNT SHOWN THE WEEKLY EQUIVALENT A MONTHLY INSTALMENT 10.15% PA INDICATIVE INTEREST RATE* / 11.58% PA INDICATIVE INTEREST RATE* DISCLAIMER: *REPAYMENT AMOUNT SHOWN IS THEIS WEEKLY EQUIVALENT OF A OF MONTHLY INSTALMENT OF (A)$37 (B)$93 (C)$113 (D)$109 (E)$49 (F)$109 (G)$120 (H)$150 (I)$159 (J)$197 (K)$292 (L)$425 (M)$494 (N)$379 (O)$425 (P)$463 (Q)$243 (R)$312 (S)$341 (T)$386 A DRIVE AWAY (A)$7,150 (B)$18,550 OF (A)$37 (B)$93 (C)$113 (D)$109 (E)$49 (F)$109 (G)$120 (H)$150 (I)$159 (J)$197 (K)$292 (L)$425 (M)$494 (N)$379 (O)$425 (P)$463 (Q)$243 (R)$312 (S)$341 (T)$386 DRIVE AWAY PRICE OF (A)$7,150 (B)$18,550 10.15% PA INDICATIVE INTEREST RATE* / 11.58% PA INDICATIVE INTEREST RATE* DISCLAIMER: *REPAYMENT AMOUNT SHOWN IS AT THEA AT WEEKLY EQUIVALENT OF AOF MONTHLY INSTALMENT 10.15% PA INDICATIVE INTEREST RATE* / 11.58% PA INDICATIVE INTEREST RATE* DISCLAIMER: *REPAYMENT AMOUNT SHOWN IS THE WEEKLY EQUIVALENT OF APRICE MONTHLY INSTALMENT (C)$22,590 (D)$21,790 (E)$9,990 (F)$20,990 (G)$23,990 (H)$29,990 (I)$31,990 (J)$39,590 (K)$58,980 (L)$85,980 (M)$99,990 (N)$76,590 (O)$85,890 (P)$93,690 (Q)$48,990 (R)$61,990 (S)$68,990 (T)$77,990. IT IS INDICATIVE

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When it comes to estuary surface fishing, the humble flathead flies very much under the radar. Although this species is commonly targeted using small hardbody lures, vibes or sub-surface soft plastics, many anglers fail to realise the topwater fishing potential these fish hold. You only have to take a moment to study the eyes of a flathead to see they are built to ambush

prey and feed from below, making them the perfect topwater target. While flathead aren’t the most appealing target species, any fish taken on topwater is special. When you cast out that popper or stickbait and work it across the top only to watch it get slurped off the penthouse in a flurry of white wash and foam, it’s hard not to get the pulse racing and the adrenaline pumping, no matter the species you are connected to. So, how do you successfully target flathead on surface? It may seem

pretty obvious. Go find a sand bank with current and bait, maybe where you caught them before, and start frothing the water until you get a bite. While there is some merit to this, there are a few things you may want to think about before taking up the challenge. Firstly, before you fish a location think about its makeup and structure. The most common place to flick surface for flatties is over sand flats and sand bars. This is where they love to hide and ambush bait and also where you can access them in the shallow water. There are plenty of shallow sand structures in creeks and estuaries, but not all will hold good numbers of flathead. I prefer sand flats that are bordered on the bank by

Sharp trebles are a must as flathead are big head shakers.

When you get flathead to the top, try to keep their head in the water, as they will thrash around and dislodge your popper. Watching a flathead rise off the bottom and nail your popper really gets the heart going.

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are not too dense, on sand not mud, and provide channels for the high tide to penetrate. The reason I prefer mangrove-lined banks is that during high tide the water will flow into these mangrove areas, providing a safe haven for small fish, prawns and crabs. However, as the tide begins to run out, these bait sources are forced to move out of their mangrove safe havens and onto the flats where they are exposed. Flathead know this and will wait until the tide turns, coming out of the deeper water drop-offs and up onto the flat ready for the food to come to them. This is why I prefer to target flathead on surface on larger high tides, as more water will bring in more bait. If the tides are too neap or the low tide is too high, water will not get into the mangroves enough or worse, stay in there keeping the bait from being exposed.

Obviously, there is no point chasing surface flathead on the top of the tide, as this is when the bait is protected on this type of sand flat and the flathead are in the deeper water. You want to be there at just the right tide height, when the water and bait is spilling from the mangroves triggering the fish to move onto the flats. If you take the time to watch this type of sand flat during the run-out tide you will notice an increase in bait activity as well as an increase in bait predation. This is where observation is important and a big factor for surface flathead fishing success. Take the time to watch

what is going on around you. You want to see a presence of bait and more importantly, you don’t want them to be floating around calm and relaxed. You want to see evidence of nervous schools of bait, flickering and scattering as the tide runs off the flat. This tells you the predators are present and feeding. The other reason why this tidal run is favourable is due to the water height. As the tide runs off the flats, the distance between the sand and surface is reduced and this significantly increases your chances of surface fishing success. Too much water between you and the fish can make it hard to get

Walk-the-dog stickbaits are also very effective, especially when small baitfish are present.

Flathead that flathead to rise off the bottom. However, if it’s only a few inches you can

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know when it’s not optimal tide height is when you get ‘shadowed’. This is where the flathead will swim directly under your popper or stickbait in full view but not rise up and take it. This is both awesome and gut wrenching to see, as you can see that big croc right under your lure following like a hungry dog, but it won’t seal the deal. This will tell you that you’re a bit early and the water is still a little too deep. When surface fishing for flathead you can never fish too shallow water and if your popper floats you are in the game. You need to be flicking right up and even onto the sand, and start popping or walking your stickbait as soon as it hits the water. They can be in as little as an inch of water and are renowned for smashing your popper the moment it hits the water, so be ready. The beauty about this type of fishing is once you find a good flat and get that timing right, you can put multiple fish in the boat very quickly. Like many forms of fishing, there will come a point in the tide when it all clicks, and the fish will turn on and this is what we anglers live for. When it comes to choosing the gear for

this work, I cannot stress enough the importance of using light gear and light line and leader. A small 10lb spin combo is perfect for throwing light topwater lures a long way and also working those lures across the top. I recommend a very light diameter braided line, which will allow you a combination of strength and finesse. More important is your leader, and you definitely want to use a high-quality supple fluorocarbon, which will protect you from being rubbed off by their sand paper mouths but at the same time provide enough stealth to not be seen, especially across the water. Fishing over clear water and sand requires the line to be almost invisible, so this is vital. When it comes to popper choice, I prefer to use cup faced poppers and the more noise the better. I tend to start small with poppers around that 5cm mark and then work my way up to larger 8cm poppers, depending on the behaviour of the fish. Larger poppers tend to have the advantage when the fish are switched on, as the larger profile makes them easier to see and throws a larger shadow. To page 12

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The rain out west caused the river gates to remain open through April. This created a lot of opportunities for anglers when the flow was easing to get onto some monster fish in town. The winds have eased off, allowing everyone to fish out the front with great success. The mouth of the river and surrounding coastal estuaries have also been fishing quite well, with Coorooman producing a lot of good crabs. FITZROY AND THE NARROWS The Barrage Gates have remained open, maintaining a

flow of freshwater out, keeping the river murky and from cleaning and salting up. There have still been a good number of fish pushing through and the majority of them have been taken on live baits. There are plenty of bony bream in the system; sometimes the sounder is swarming with them on the bottom. Some good areas that shelter them from the flow include the rock under the main highway bridge, behind the bowls club in Moores Creek on a low tide where all the river sand is and lastly the sheltered waters out the front of Queens Park. Slow rolling hardbodies has produced the best result. You really need to work the rocks and calm water – the slower you can work the lure

Darryl Yarrow with a spirited Causeway Lake barra.

The author with a giant herring that provided a lot of fun. while still keeping its action the better. We have been liking the triple X-Raps and suspending Barra Classics. Trolling has been another good option for them of late, as there has been a lot of single fish moving out in the open but not holding on any structure. A lot of anglers have been catching them on the pink coloured 14A Bomber. ESTUARIES AND OFFSHORE With a couple good breaks in the wind here and there, many anglers have been able to head out and target pelagic and reef species. The prawns have been making a couple of runs, with one of the runs in the harbour yielding thousands of prawns for anglers, one angler’s cast landed him over 70 prawns in his net. Majority of the

prawns were the length of a soft drink can, but there were a few monsters in the school as well. The Causeway Lake is also fishing well, even in the dirty water that has pushed through the last few flows. Barra, salmon, jacks, queenfish and giant herring have all been around the system lately. Some great lures in the estuaries at the moment are the Savage 3D Shrimp XD, which is a great prawn imitation, and the Rapala X-Rap 8 and 10, which are great shallow diving minnow imitations. Coorooman has had some great captures in it lately like big grunter and monster crabs. A lot of the crabs have been from pushing the tinny right up into any of the drains and feeder creeks.

FRESHWATER The freshwater has been a bit slower over the last month, there are still fish around but they have not been as open to lures as previous months. This could be due to the recent rain and cooler nights dropping the water temps from the 35-36°C, it was previously to 28-29°C. A lot of big barra are still being pulled out in the region’s dams. When fishing these areas try targeting newly submerged structure as the dam fills up. The fish will be working these new grounds, either exploring new territory or eating the smaller fish that are preying on the bugs and insects. CRABBING Crabbing has been great

at the moment. A lot of big ones are getting pulled up the back of feeder creeks and big drain/gutter inlets from the Salt Pans. A lot of good results came to those who checked their pots intermittently, however, well placed pots left while fishing and gathered after a trip can still get some good results. Out on the sand and less tidal areas there have been a good number of blue swimmer crabs. They have less meat, but they are a fair bit sweeter. Saving your frames and trimming from filleting is a pretty cost effective way to get crabs. We have caught four crabs between a couple pots on one flathead’s frames and trimmings, and oilier fish work even better.

Matt Hildebrant with a great barra from a recent session out at Maraboon.

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I hope your Easter was fantastic and you’re ready to tackle May head on! We’re almost halfway through the year already. Fishing in Stanage Bay has been a little on the quiet side, even though there has been some great windows of opportunity to get to the reef. The reports of slaying huge fish just aren’t there. Barra are still being caught in the creeks, which is fantastic to see. Mud crabs seem to be going week for week on, and off, but when they’re on they’re on and sizes are sensational! With the fishing still a bit slow I thought I would bring your attention to something a little different this month: St Lawrence. It’s a small fishing/crabbing town 177km north of Rockhampton by road, or accessible through Thirsty Sound by water, which takes as little as an hour. St Lawrence may not be quite as picturesque as Stanage Bay, but this does not take away from the townships great character and potential. St Lawrence has some excellent quality mud crabs, barramundi and 46

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Nudge picked up this massive Stanage muddy, the sort that the area is famous for. salmon species throughout its estuaries. To promote the local area and highlight the local attractions, I introduce to you all the St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend on June 7-9, 2019. I’m giving you all plenty of

notice as it’s definitely an event to go ahead and check out. More information can be found on the St Lawrence Wetland Weekend Facebook page. The event will showcase all of the local produce, seafood and sites around the

township. Demonstrations run weekend long and there is a little something for every family member. Demonstrations include, but are not limited to, cooking, wetland tours, bird life, gardening, wildlife encounters, crafts and market stalls followed by a nighttime bushman’s dinner and entertainment. The wetland tour is exceptional. They take you and explain the breeding system they have implemented to support our barramundi and the waterway design that enables barra to change between fresh and the salt. It’s sure to be a great learning experience. Campgrounds are available for a small fee, or you can chase up a great priced room at the local St Lawrence Hotel and end the day with a few coldies. Access to St Lawrence is all bitumen straight off the Bruce Highway. Bring the boat along and try your hand at catching some of the beautiful fish on offer. There are two boat ramps to choose from, one concreted leading into Waverly Creek and the other a makeshift mud track leading straight into St Lawrence. Please be mindful of our tides, which

are quite large and strong. Both ramps do run dry, so allow yourself a 3-hour window either side of high tide to get back in safe. Fishing without a boat is no hassle. A great spot to try is under the St Lawrence railway bridge at low tide. Whiting, salmon and barra are a possibility from here. If you’ve not stopped in at this little gem, I highly recommend a stay over. Locals are friendly and if you’re keen to get out on a boat for a look, just ask. The locals are approachable and most of them are keen to take visitors out on the water. Please be mindful that

if you’re unfamiliar with the area there are crocodiles, so please exercise caution and keep your family and pets safe. Hopefully I’ve given a good enough wrap for you all to come and visit this great little area and fill in some time before the real fishing starts. • Don’t miss out on the amazing fishing and crabbing at Stanage Bay! Call us at Stanage Bay Marine & Accommodation on (07) 4937 3145, check out www.stanagebay.com, email stanagebaymarine@ bigpond.com or look us up on Facebook.

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The popular Lure Show (as Garry Fitzgerald’s Australian Lure, Fly and Outdoor Expo is affectionately known) isn’t a stranger to moving location. From its birthplace in Fernvale

1-2 June 2019. The good news is there’s plenty of free parking, camping is available and it still costs the same as it did back when it started – $10 bucks for adults and kids under 16 get in for free.

of the show is the extensive collector displays and collector trading area. This year, that’s the whole of the upstairs mezzanine floor. You can be guaranteed that there’ll be some deals flying around that space for the show duration.

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people there who can let you know exactly how much that old gem you have in your tackle box is really worth.

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Always popular is the lure test tank. Available to all exhibitors so that they can show you how their creations swim, it adds that extra dimension to your purchase. I mean, how many times do you get to see how the lure behaves in real life before you part with your hard-earned cash? Just quietly, getting instruction from the person who created it is probably worth as much as the lure. There’s nobody who knows how a lure behaves better than the person who made it.

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Want to catch up with some of the guys and girls in the Brisbane River Valley, it first migrated downstream to Ipswich after a couple of years of seam-bursting crowds. From there, Ipswich seemed to be a great fit for the show, which attracts around 2000 keen anglers and lure collectors each year. The trouble is, a multimillion dollar renovation was granted to the Ipswich venue, and the show needed to move again. There are a few things that the show needs to work. First of all, camping for exhibitors is a highlight for the tight-knit community of creators. Free parking ticks the boxes for attendees who want to maximise their spend at the show, and a fair gate price (around half the cost of a national boat show ticket) of $10 keeps the gig accessible to nearly everyone – especially kids, who are free. After several months of searching, the show landed midway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. It will be held at the Beenleigh Showgrounds on

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The Beenleigh arena is a little different from Ipswich; there’s less indoor space, but better outdoor space. As of the time of printing, all of the indoor stands were sold and the outdoor sites were filling up fast. Being a little more open than Ipswich, there’s now room for a fly casting demonstration and trial area, some outdoor carving and sanding demos, and even room for some boats at the Social Media Hub and Presenter area. One of the highlights

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Want to bring in your old Australian timber lures and have them valued? No problems – there will be

that you usually only get to see on social media? The Social Media Hub will again feature presenters like Rod Harrison, John Costello, Jake Newmarch, Liam Fitzpatrick and Steve Morgan. You can take this opportunity to ask questions, get a selfie and hit them up about all things fishing.

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dishing you up all the food and drink you need. With some outdoor and indoor seating options, you’ll be able to rest and recharge before getting back into the action. Note that there will be a couple of ATMs onsite as well. The Lure Show team definitely encourages spending beyond your means!

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Last year, the Lure Show trialled an early-entry ticket for collectors and visitors who wanted to spend up big in a less crowded environment. The 100 tickets sold out pretty quickly. There’s a version of the

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For that unique gift for the angler in your life, be sure to check out the OG Reelbots range which will be available on the Lively Lure (stand 50). Using reels and reel components, these quirky handmade sculptures each have a personality of their own, and will be a definite talking piece sitting in anyone’s pool room or office desk.

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Jollip Lures

According to Jim at Jungle Lures (stand 15), for him there are only two types of fish: barra and by-catch… unless it’s jungle perch (his other passion). His struggle to access quality barra lures led him to create Jungle Lures. After much time spent in research and development, and twice as much time out testing, Jim is proud to bring his range of handcrafted wooden lures to the Expo. They have been very successful on a range of freshwater species, as well as his beloved barra. Stop by the stand and be sure to check out the Jungle Water Snake. There will be some great deals going on these lures to celebrate the Expo’s move to the Beenleigh Showgrounds.

Jollip Lures (stand 48) is a family owned and operated business based in NSW’s Northern Rivers. Joey has over 20 years’ fishing experience and has put everything he’s learnt into crafting his lures. The Jollip hand crafted timber lure range has been proven to catch most fresh and saltwater species. Be sure to check them out at the Expo, where they will be releasing six new models to their range.

Muggos Lures (stand 17) are back for their third Lure Expo. Paul brings with him 13 different models of tried and proven lures. In 2019 Muggos are proud to be launching three new models, including the PeeWee, a small diving lure for bass and golden perch, the Midnight Menace and The Marshall. Check them out for some very successful and wellpriced handmade lures.

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Ninja Lures

One of the very few female-run lure companies in Australia, Ninja Lures (stand 40) have been around since 2013. The Ninja crew have a range to suit nearly every angler’s needs, from cod to barra to collectables. At this year’s Expo you’ll have to be quick to score yourself one of their limited Ninja Turtle Sets, and while you’re there you can also check out the new release Kermit sub surface lure and Prawn lure. They will also have aluminium lure bibs and DIY lure kits for those inspired to give it a go themselves.

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Grumpy Lures

Cod anglers rejoice! Chris Anderson is bringing Grumpy Lures (stand 16) to the Expo. Alongside his more traditional lures, Anderson will also have some of the more unusual designs he has become well known for. He has developed an extensive timber and hand-moulded range of lures which can be used to fish both fresh and salt water. Each style of lure has been thoroughly tested by experienced anglers to ensure a premium product. Chris’ motto is: ‘Lures should be fished – not collecting dust on a shelf!’

Stop by Hillies Spinners and Lures (stand 24) to stock up on quality spinners and other lures in a range of styles and colours. Neil uses top quality components from the US, including Eagle Claw Hooks. Custom lures and trade enquiries are welcome. For something different, you’ll also find a range of sun catchers, key fobs and Hillies inspired jewellery on display – something for everyone.

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For more than 30 years Lively Lures (stand 50) have been one of Australia’s leading hard-bodied fishing lure manufacturers. At this year’s Lure Expo they will be bringing with them their best-selling flathead lure, super effective surface lures, top rated mackerel lures and their award-winning GT lure.

Bringing his full range to the Expo this year is Don Lobwein – the man behind Lobby Lures (stand 27). Don started his lure making career in the early 1990s with his son David when they worked out they were losing too many lures at Glenlyon Dam and needed to replace them all! The lure making bug well and truly bit upon Don’s retirement in 2005, and he has dedicated a lot of time to perfecting their design. All Lobby Lures are hand carved from aged white beech and red cedar. Bass, yellowbelly and cod are all prime targets for Lobby Lures. 2019 LURE EXPO MAY 2019

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Balista Lures (stand 76) are an Australian owned lure company most known for their LED technology, which features in every lure in the range. Since developing this technology in 2008, the team at Balista have spent thousands of hours refining their product range, constantly looking to create innovative new designs that would be highly effective even without the LED technology. Visit the team at the Expo and find out how matching the right Balista lure for the situation can generate strikes when nothing else is working.

Anthony Curtis started making handcrafted lures in 1993. AC Lures (stand 45) timber lures were pioneering in design, with a unique shape that allowed the lure to fly straight through the air, giving precise casts without sacrificing the action of the lure in the water. With the exception of the Minnows and the 40 and 60mm Invaders, AC lures are constructed from injected plastic, which enhances durability, and all ranges use the highest quality fittings, laser-cut Lexan bibs and VMC hooks. AC offer 10 lure designs from 40-150mm, and depth ranges from 3-40ft+ to cater for the popular angling species such as Murray cod, golden perch, trout, redfin, bass, bream, flathead and barramundi.

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If you’re curious about the lure design process and what is involved in production, a visit to Southern Cross Lures (stand 57) needs to be on your list. The team will be running demonstrations across the weekend, explaining the whats, hows and whys of lure making. They will also have their range of lures available, handcrafted out of red cedar.

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Kneller Lures

Lure Expo Hall of Fame inductee Paul Kneller has been making lures since 1992. Kneller Lures (stand 41) has become well known for producing small runs of often highly detailed timber lures. This means they are able to do something different with every batch and rarely make the same lure twice. They make everything except for hooks and split rings in house, which gives Paul the flexibility to work on anything from a tiny 45mm bream surface lure one week to a 250mm cod wakebait the next. Kneller lures are built to be fished hard.

Trickys Lures (stand 30) are based on the Fraser Coast. Mick has been making his own wooden hardbody lures for decades and over the last couple of years has been experimenting with soft plastics. They’ll be bringing their selection of handmade soft plastic lures, hand painted hardbodies, powder coated coloured jigheads and a range of fishing gear to this year’s Expo. The crew from Basslyfe will joining Trickys Lures on their stand. Basslyfe was created by bass fishermen who live the #basslyfe. They care strongly about our waterways and the homes of our native fish. They offer tips and techniques for targeting specific freshwater species, stories to inspire your next fishing adventure and information on all the gear to help you get out there. Be sure to stop by for a chat about all things fishing!

The team from Whiptail Lures (stand 46) have been busy getting their range of handcrafted timber and moulded lures ready for the Expo. Their lures are suitable for a wide range of salt and freshwater species. They’re looking forward to debuting their new JB95, which is available in a wide range of colours for both salt and fresh. One of the many Lure Expo success stories, Crossfire Lures (stand 36) began when Simon had a goal of developing a surface lure to target flathead. He took himself along to the Lure Expo and found a lure maker willing to help him with his vision, and a few months later Crossfire was born. Since the first 110mm lure was developed, the range has expanded and has become a series that is fast gaining a reputation as a big fish taker and a favourite amongst keen anglers.

For super realistic designs, visit Frequent Flash (stand 39). They are a small family run business specialising in Japanese style realistic presentations.

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HM Lures

Brisbane’s HM Lures (stand 51) specialise in handmade and custom painted lures. Their motto is “if you can dream it -we can make it”. They will have a range of their stock lures and products on display at the Expo but are more than happy to chat with you about your custom requirements, which they can make to order.

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Teaming up this year are Zoomy Lures and Mencho Lures (stand 31). This father/son duo will have their wide lure range on display, covering everything for fresh and saltwater fishing, from the creeks all the way out to the bluewater.

Bommie Knocka (stand 21) offer premium handcrafted timber poppers that are genuinely built for giants. These lures feature Australian red cedar timber, single piece stainless steel wiring harnesses and many, many coats of rock hard epoxy to both seal and finish the lure. Their on-water performance is characterised by a huge forward spray pattern, straight tracking and the ability to carry very large trebles. This will be Bommie Knocka’s first appearance at the Expo, and they will be showcasing a limited number of

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Farm Creek Lures

Terry Baker at Farm Creek Lures (stand 26) has been making lures for approximately 10 years. His handcrafted timber lures are specifically designed for freshwater fishing. Each lure is made from locally sourced Australian timber (favouring red cedar) and every lure is individually tested. Terry makes his own aluminium bibs for larger lures. Check out the new designs at the show.

custom poppers in sizes from 80-160g. Bommie Knockas have proven themselves all over the world by comfortably handling GTs in excess of 40kg. If your scene is the pinnacle of topwater fishing, and you like the idea of a lure that won’t just land you one trophy fish, but a dozen or more, then a Bommie Knocka is the lure for you. Barambah Lures (stand 60) will be showcasing a limited number of handmade timber lures, including the Manic Budgies, Barambah Dragons and Divers. In 2019, Matt has expanded his range of production lures significantly. There are seven new models due to land in July and samples will be available for the public to see for the first time at the Expo. You’ll also be able to watch Matt at work as he will be doing wood carving demos on Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning, focusing on Dremel tools and intricate lure carving techniques.

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How you look out fishing is just as important as what is on the end of your line. Million Stars (stand 20) are a Sunshine Coast based business who have great range of hooded fishing shirts for adults and kids, face wraps and gloves, as well as fully customised fishing shirts. They can design and supply a shirt that is perfect for your fishing club, competition or annual mates’ fishing trip away. Their shirts are SPF 50 rated, and they have what is probably the largest size range in Australia – from kids 00 all the way through to adults 12XL. Marleigh and Kip at Fish King (stand 37) are a fishing mad family business based on the Fraser Coast. They have turned the amazing experiences they had, and lessons learnt while travelling around Australia for a year into creating their ultimate fishing and sun protective shirt. Specially designed high zip collars, large zippered pockets and built-in thumb holes for maximum hand protection are just some of the

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Illusion Lures

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Illusion Lures (stand 59) are based in Cooktown in Far North Queensland. Wal has been making lures for over 30 years, perfecting his handcrafted timber lures for a wide range of applications. All his designs are the result of years of rigorous field testing and are all built to catch fish. He uses plantation grown and recycled Australian timbers, and every lure has a full through wire construction. Illusion Lures will be unveiling some new designs at this year’s Expo.

features built into the Fish King range. They will also have their brand new women’s brand – MALi Designs – on display at the Expo. Available for adults and kids, be sure to check them out at the show.

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Southern Brisbane Sportfishing Club (stand 57) will be welcoming new members across the Expo weekend. They will be running a raffle for 50 classic handcrafted lures that will be drawn on Tuesday 4 June – make sure you get your tickets! The club will be representing Queensland Sportfishing and associated clubs in South East Queensland. Funds raised by the club go towards supporting the stocking of Wyaralong Dam (Beaudesert).

Since the very first Australian Lure Expo, Fishing Monthly (stand 13) has always collaborated with an Australian lure producer to create a limited edition collectable Fishing Monthly lure. This year’s lure is a limited edition No.1 StumpJumper. Dan Stead from Pimp My Lure has assisted by creating the colour using the Fishing Monthly logo colours. JM Gillies then produced a limited run of the colour for the Fishing Monthly team to give away as part of a special subscription offer at this year’s show. If you subscribe for 12 months to any one of the four magazines for $65, you will receive a Fishing Monthly StumpJumper free with your subscription. There is a limited number of lures so get in quick!

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WHAT’S NEW FISHING RAPALA MAX RAP WALK’N ROLL

The ‘do-all’ topwater bait, Max Rap Walk’N Roll spits, bobs, skitters, and slides across the surface in all conditions. The Walk’N Roll lure is weighted for maximum casting distance and ultimate stability in bad weather and rough conditions. Under a steady retrieve the Max Rap Walk’N Roll spits and rolls from side-to-side, and twitching and pausing creates a walking action. Cranking it in fast imitates a fleeing baitfish, while twitching it in place gives a head down bobbing motion. Fitted with VMC 7554 2X-Strong Ti coated inline treble hooks, the Walk’N Roll has a total length of 120mm, weighs 29g and is available in eight amazing high-quality finished colours that Rapala is world renowned for. Ask for them at your local tackle store today. www.rapala.com.au

MOLIX RT SHAD & SV CRAW

Italian lure company Molix has expanded its range of soft baits with the addition of the RT Shad and Molix SV Craw. The RT Shad’s profile shape and bulky paddle tail give it a realistic movement, and also provide great stability. It has a soft, high density construction, and is effective on both freshwater and saltwater species. The RT Shad is available in a range of fish-catching colours, and it has a special insert with a high concentration of glitter to maximise flash during the retrieve. There are two sizes, 11.4cm (4.5”), 9cm (3.5”). The Molix SV Craw’s has very realistic claws that have been engineered to catch water, resulting in an enticing flapping action. A perfect trailer, it’s loaded with Molix’s exclusive crawfish scent for added attraction. This sinking craw measures 6.9cm (2.75”). www.ejtodd.com.au

SHIMANO SLX XT

The new Shimano SLX XT has been released, and features the new SVS Infinity breaking system. This provides a much wider brake adjustment range than the 2018 SLX, so you have much greater control using the external dial to adjust the braking system with ease. This allows you to cast a wider range of lure styles and weights in varying fishing conditions. The aluminium Hagane body also helps to ensure that the reel is extremely rigid and durable, which is an upgrade on the composite body of the Casitas. Inside the XT’s Hagane Body, durable brass gearing delivers reliable cranking power and now 4+1 bearings to ensure the reel is smoother than before. Developed to replace the Casitas 150, the XT has a more versatile and compact size that is comparable to a 70 sized reel, however the XT offers the line capacity of a standard 150 size. A 48mm Throw Handle across three right hand model options, featuring gear ratios of 6.3:1, 7.2:1 (HG) and 8.2:1 (XG), and the max drag setting is now 4.5kg. Price: RRP $229.95 www.shimanofish.com.au 72

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BLACK MAGIC KLT 10/0 AND VALUE PACKS 4 Black Magic’s premium non-offset recurve hook, the KLT, has become so popular that they have expanded the range to include a 10/0 size as well as a value pack option for their 8/0 and new 10/0 size. The value packs offer a bulk buy price for KLT fans. The new 10/0 size will be ideal for a range of applications from live baiting through to skip baiting, deep sea fishing and targeting big fish with big baits. The KLT hook boasts some seriously good features including: light gauge/extreme strength; non-offset recurve; ‘Super Slip’ non-stick PTFE coating for advanced rust resistance and superb penetration; and IGFA legal and NZSFC approved for tournament use. These hooks are made in Japan with premium grade high carbon steel. For more information on Black Magic’s range of hooks visit the Black Magic Tackle website. You can also see the latest news and catch photos on their Facebook page and Instagram. www.blackmagictackle.com

OKUMA SLV FLY REELS

The Okuma SLV Series of fly reels are stylish, lightweight, quality and featurepacked, while still offering excellent value for money. Features include ALC: Alumilite diecast aluminium frame, precision machined stainless steel spool shaft and brass bushing drive system, one-way roller bearing with the ability to quickly and easily switch from right to left hand retrieve and a multi-disc cork and stainless steel drag system for smooth drag control. These reels have a Diecast Super Large arbor spool design for rapid line retrieval when dealing with fast running species, and have non-slip, positive grip rubberized handle knobs. Okuma SLV fly reels are available in five sizes to cover a range of applications, from trout in the fresh to pelagics offshore. Suggested retail prices are $119.90 (4/5 and 5/6), $129.90 (7/8 and 8/9) and $139.90 (10/11). For more information on the Okuma range visit the Okuma Australia website, or check them out on Facebook at www.facebook. com/okuma.australia for catch photos and competitions. www.okuma.com.au

ZEREK PYRA

Designed for shallow water applications, the Zerek Pyra has a unique action and is one of the latest additions to the Professional Craft stable of lures. Built with tough ABS plastics for durability, the 95mm Pyra is equipped with a weight transfer system to enable long and accurate casts. A tight roll gives this lure a seductive action that will prove irresistible to many species of fish. Available in 10 high quality colour finishes to suit varying conditions, the Pyra weighs 11.8g and will make a mark wherever a shallow water crankbait is needed to excite predators. For more information on this and other lures in the Zerek range, visit the Wilson Fishing website. You can also see all the latest news and catch photos on Facebook page (www. facebook.com/ZerekAustralia), Instagram (@ wilson_fishing) or YouTube (www.youtube. com/user/Wilsonfishing). www.wilsonfishing.com

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WILDFISH FLY SELECTION PACKS

The Wildfish fly selection packs from JM Gillies are sure-fire winners for those new to fly fishing, or for fly fishers who want to target new species or locations that they haven’t fished before. There are nine packs (10 Felty’s flies in each) in the range, and each pack is tailored to individual species and locations. However, there is plenty of overlap between them. For example, the Trout Streamer Pack would easily be at home in the kit of a bass fisher, while the Bass Pack contains flies that are just as at home in many tropical freshwater systems right across the north. And in the Billabong Pack, there are flies that would light up the eyes of a bass angler. All in all, it’s a very versatile selection that has been put together by Peter Morse. The newest additions in the Wildfish Fly Pack range are the Inshore Pack, Flats Pack and Barra Pack, and they are sure to please many fly fishers. www.jmgillies.com.au

Rhino-Rack’s Batwing Compact Awning is packed with all the same features of the original Batwing Awning but redesigned to fit small to medium vehicles. With 270° of shade and 6.4m² of coverage, the Batwing Compact is made from ultradurable, water and mould resistant lightweight material that has been tested in the most extreme environments. It has UPF 50+ sun protection. The Batwing Compact comes with integrated lightweight aluminium black powder-coated legs that simply unclip from the storage position and drop into place, making installation a breeze – even with only one person. The legs also feature moulded fittings to accommodate two pegs directly through the base, to offer further stability in gusty conditions. The whole bundle is stored in a heavy-duty UV-resistant bag with an integrated pocket for the pegs and rope. The kit includes 2 x multi-fit bracket + hardware, 10 x pegs, peg bag, 8 x guy ropes (4 with hooks), 2 x spare hinge knuckles. Price: SRP $769 www.rhinorack.com.au

NEW RAPALA KNIFE 8 AND SCISSORS

QUANTUM SMOKE S3

DAIWA SWIMBAITS

Two of the latest releases from Rapala are the RCD 5” Folding Knife and the RCD Retractable Line Scissors. The RCD 5” folding knife conveniently folds in half to safely secure and protect the handground stainless steel blade when not in use. The easy release lock-back design fixes the blades safely in place when being used, while the non slip soft grip handle with built in safety guard provides maximum blade control. 16cm in length when unfolded with a Blade size of 12.5cm. Safety takes priority when it comes to the Rapala RCD Retractable Line Scissors. Two super-sharp stainless steel blades retract into the surrounding casing when the triggers are released, exposing the blades only when in use. A built-in carabiner allows you to keep these scissors close by at all times. The RCD 5” Folding Knife and RCD Retractable Line Scissors are available now at all good tackle stores. www.rapala.com.au

SHIMANO GRAPPLER 19

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The new Shimano Grappler 2019 series are the next generation offshore JDM rods, equipped to battle with the largest offshore predators. This upgraded series now features both Spiral X and Hi-Power X blank technology to enhance power, strength and durability. With 19 dedicated Type J (Jigging) and Type C (Casting) models that are PE rated from PE 2.5 to PE 8, there is a wide range of options to suit Australian anglers. The patented high-strength Spiral X enhances torsional and compression rigidity under load without adding extra weight to the blank, providing instant power transmission for precise casting and control over fish. The Hi-Power technology enhances the torsional resistance even further, and creates the optimum balance between light weight, strength and control. These rods also feature Fuji reel seats and Fuji K Guides with SiC tips, and specially tapered grip designs. Whether it be heavy kingfish jigging or topwater GT casting, the rods have been tested in the harshest of offshore environments around the world, resulting in a line-up that is capable of grappling with the strongest of ocean predators. Price: SRP $429.95-$499.95 www.shimanofish.com.au

Barra, bass, and cod anglers will salivate at the sight of the new Quantum Smoke S3 Baitcaster reel. The Smoke S3 packs a larger 35.5mm spool into a compact aluminium X-Frame to provide a large line capacity, longer casts, and greater line pick-up with every crank of the power handle. To complement the larger spool, an advanced and lightweight ACS 4.0TM cast control system has been engineered to minimise the amount of energy it takes to get the spool spinning during a cast. This remarkable system also features additional control brakes that disengage at around 5,000 RPMs to maximise casting distance. The Quantum Smoke S3 Baitcaster includes 10 PT Bearings (10+1) and a Zero Friction Design for incredible smoothness. The reel is coated with Saltguard Protection for added durability in the most testing environments and also includes the remarkable Quantum CSC Ceramic-Carbon Drag System with a huge 25lbs of drag pressure. www.quantumfishing.com.au

The Daiwa Duckfin Live Shad, Hybrid Swimbait, and LiveTrout Swimbait have you covered for this year’s swimbait season. The Duckfin Live Shad features a 3D designed, ultra realistic baitfish profile and swimming action, and is available in two sizes, 15cm and 20cm. This soft plastic shad is suited to slow and fast retrieves and presentations, and can be rigged in a host of different ways, including weedless for barra and as a trailer for large spinnerbaits/chatterbaits when targeting Murray cod. The Hybrid Swimbait delivers the best of both worlds and combines diving lure design with soft plastic technologies. Rigged and ready to fish, the Hybrid Swimbait features a solid head, bib and heavy wire internal construction in the head, 5X strong trebles and a quick release stinger hook. It’s available in two sizes, 18cm and 25cm. For those looking for the ultimate imitation, the Live Trout has few peers. Using 3D printing and design to achieve the perfect trout imitation, the Live Trout features a solid silicone body, 3D eyes, pectoral and anal fins for added realism and stability, internal wire construction, quick release stinger hook, and 5X hooks. It’s available in two sizes, 18cm and 25cm. www.daiwafishing.com.au

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WHAT’S NEW FISHING SAMAKI RIBCAGE

ZMAN TRD 13 SPINZ

Samaki has designed you the ultimate weapon when it comes to jigging up a storm. The new Samaki Ribcage flutters, darts and spirals, with an action that is enhanced by the ribcage design on the rear side.The deconstructed ribs aid in the portrayal of an injured baitfish, erupting with bubbles as it drops. With eight fish-catching colours and seven different weights ranging from 20g to 200g, the Ribcage offers the highest UV properties, enticing the most elusive fish to attack. This centre balanced jig comes pre-rigged with premium assist hooks and Japanese Kevlar. It’s ideal for targeting kingfish, amberjack, samsonfish, tuna, coral trout and all other reef species. For more information and stockists visit the Samaki website, or to see the latest releases and catch photos you can like them on Facebook and Instagram. Price: from SRP $7.95 www.samaki.com.au

BONE BLACK RIVER XH RODS

Over 50 years old and still going strong, the Spinfisher VI is built to take on any fish, anywhere! The new PENN Spinfisher VI features IPX5 sealing, so whether it gets hit with a wave, or you let it ride in the spray all the way home, you don’t have to worry about saltwater getting into the gearbox or drag system. The HT-100 drag washers are housed in a fully sealed spool to give the stopping power needed for big saltwater fish. A full metal body and sideplate keep the CNC Gear System in precise alignment under heavy loads. Durability, smoothness, and Precision is what CNCGear technology delivers. By using state-of-the-art software and CNC machinery brass drive, pinion and oscillation gears are cut to exact tolerances. The new PENN Spinfisher VI reels are available in standard, Live Liner and Long Cast models. Price: RRP from $199.99 www.pennfishing.com.au 74

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Combining cutting-edge blank design with great value, the TD Hyper and TD Sol series from Daiwa set a standard in performance. The new TD Sol and TD Hyper feature HVF Nanoplus blanks for heightened sensitivity and lightness, while Daiwa’s X45 blank technology eliminates blank twist and distortion to increase rod strength, function, and sensitivity. The combination of Fuji guide technology with Daiwa’s RR (reduced resistance) guide design system sees the TD Sol and TD Hyper series leading the way in their class when it comes to casting efficiency and performance. The 762ULFS joins the Sol family, and is tailor-made for the finesse angler looking to make longcast presentations, while the Hyper family welcomes three new models with the 661LFS, 742ULFS, and 763LXS, adding great diversity and finesse options to the range. To see the complete TD Sol and TD Hyper range, with a full list of specs, visit the Daiwa website. www.daiwafishing.com.au

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Add flash and vibration to your soft plastic presentation in seconds with ZMan TRD SpinZ! TRD SpinZ feature a stainless steel centring wire that makes it quick and easy to insert them into your ZMan ElaZtech plastic, or other soft bait. Once inserted they are secured in place by a moulded plastic, dual prong keeper, that locks into the ElaZtech material. Available in silver and gold colours in both Colorado and willow blades, TRD SpinZ have a multitude of applications, from pimping surface frogs, to switching on snapper when fishing jerk shads, or adding flash and vibration to the belly of your paddle tail swimbaits. ZMan TRD SpinZ are available in silver or gold colour, in both willow and Colorado blades, with three per pack. Price: SRP $15.95 www.z-man.com.au

DAIWA TD 14 SOL/HYPER RODS

Bone Rods has released two 7’ extra heavy rods in the Black River range. The two rods comprise of a spin and baitcast rod with the same specs to give anglers the choice of using their preferred fishing style. Each rod combines the power and the finesse needed to tangle with complex situations and dynamic, fast-paced fishing. The length ensure ease of use in tight areas where casting accuracy is a must. Couple this with a soft tip that allows anglers to downsize their lures to match-the-hatch for finicky fish and the new Black River rods look like very impressive sticks. From deep cranking in rock pools to throwing swimbaits into timber and weed, the new Black River rods excel at reaching out and touching the beasts hiding in their element. The two models are the 368BRC701XH (7’, Medium Fast Extra Heavy Baitcast, 15-30lb, 8-50g) and the 368BRS701XH (7’ Medium Fast Extra Heavy Spin, 15-30lb, 8-50g). www.wilsonfishing.com

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The new Black Magic BMax 50s are an expansion to the popular BMax range, with subtle but important differences. These bibbed lures sink slowly and typically dive down to around 1m when being retrieved. They are 50mm in length and weigh 4.0g – an ideal size and weight for casting and spinning into Australian rivers and estuaries, but they’re also great for being slowly trolled. MBax lures come rigged with strong, sharp treble hooks – one on the belly and one on the tail, and are available in a range of eight attractive colours. The BMax range of lures sit at a great price point, and are available at your local Black Magic stockist. To find out more, visit the Black Magic Tackle website. You can also find more information, news and catch photos on their Facebook page (www.facebook. com/blackmagictackle) or check them out on Instagram (@blackmagictackle) or YouTube. www.blackmagictackle.com

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Nasty alternatives on holidays that go wrong BRISBANE

The Sheik of the Creek

So I’ve taken a week of my precious holidays and headed north to fish on the reef. I stockpile my breaks carefully so it’s a big thing for me to take the time off. I like the thought of having a few days up my sleeve for special occasions, like when those barra went over the spillway at Awoonga. So, I was a little bit trepidatious about my trip because, as you know, sometimes when you plan to go out the weather doesn’t co-operate and instead of having say seven days of good, usable weather you might only have, say, none. Which is what happened on this FNQ journey. So, instead of zooming out to the reef for reds, nannies and trout I was forced to look for alternatives. Nasty alternatives. You see, I’d been told by my sister and brotherin-law that if it was too windy off Mossy, I could borrow Roy and Nadia’s tinny. But it turns out the motor hadn’t been run for

50-60 years, so Roy (or maybe it was Nadia) had to take it down to old mate to do whatever outboard mechanics do to carbies, or fuely things or whatever. Meanwhile, I was stuck. Up Saltwater Creek without a paddle. Or a boat for that matter. What are the chances?! So I’m down at Salty and the Mossman chucking cast nets, trying to get some livies. A little bit toey about the mud geckos that had been spotted resting on the banks nearby. The problem is that I can only throw a cast net about 5m, so I’m landing about 20m short of the water. And apparently herring and poddies are more prevalent actually in the water. So I swapped to soft plastics. Now, what I know about soft plastics you could carve on the back of a Panadol with a tyre iron. But I do know they also have to go into the water to catch fish, so I wasn’t too surprised to come up with a blob. Then Roy says the tinny’s right to go, so me and Murdoch pop up to grab it. At first sight I thought it was a bird bath

with a lawn mower on the blunt end, but no this was apparently the vessel I was supposed to take out into croc-infested water. So I did, but it wasn’t

a pleasant trip. Every time that motor coughed, a fresh skiddy appeared. And getting it on and off at the ramp was done in a blur of motion that was faster than

something that was very, very fast. But I did it, and got a couple of jacks into the bargain, which made me feel very rugged, and FNQ. That is until Murdoch

suggested I pop up to the Daintree, where all the big fish are. Yeah right. Sounds like my style – as long as I could reach the water from the carpark.

4WD SAFETY

River crossing: how to do it the right way Taking your rig into deep or rapidly moving water is risky. Here are some tips to keep you safe. First, before traversing that flooded river, check out how deep it is, how fast it is flowing, what’s underneath, what the best route is, and how you will need to prepare your rig. Walk through and mark big drops and potholes with a stick, assess the ground conditions and the flow. If it’s a raging flood, don’t walk or drive in, but if the water seems reasonable and you know what you are dealing with, prepare for the crossing. BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY Preparation is everything. Be sure to hook up your recovery gear before you hit the water, uncoil your winch cable and sticky it to your bonnet. Should you get stuck, you don’t want to deep-dive under to latch on your straps or unwind the winch cable. Pick out some suitable tackle points on the other side when you walk the creek in case you get stuck in the middle. Be sure there is good air for your rig. You should have a snorkel or RAI (Raised Air Intake) fitted; if not, keep out of deep water.

Know the recommended submersion level of your model vehicle. Not all snorkels are watertight. Most 4WDs have air tubes fitted to the diff and drive gear to allow for expansion and contraction as the temperatures shift. The valves on these sometimes sit rather low. They need to be up as high as possible because when you hit the water everything cools down and will suck in air. If the valve is submerged you could be drawing water into your diff. Electrics don’t love water either, so ensure they are safe. Many of them are fully sealed, if not, dowsing them in WD40 may help, but for really deep water, fit a water bra (a waterproof shield you fit over the front of your rig). Or strapping a tarp over your grill and front end with an occy-strap or three will help push water around your vehicle instead of it gushing straight into your engine bay. It will also help with not letting the water hit the fan, which can bend it and hack into the radiator. GOING FOR IT Don’t hit the creek full blast. For auto vehicles use low range and if

possible, choose second gear. For manual 4WDs, low range and second gear all the way through. Don’t change gears in the creek as this can open seals and let in water. Go about the pace of a fast walk – fast enough to push forward against the current and water mass, yet slow enough to be

able to react to anything unexpected. IF YOU GET STUCK If you get stuck, stay calm. If you get caught on a big rock or sink in soft mud, first decide if everyone is safe and how to keep it that way. With touch downs, ease your rig back gently without gushing water up

your exhaust pipe until you are free, and then have your offsider guide you around the rock. If you dig in and water starts filling your vehicle, turn it off and get the winch cable off the bonnet. Hook up to that anchor point you identified beforehand and winch yourself out. Precaution, preparation, common sense and a clear head will get you out of most sticky situations. Early preparation is the key. Most drivers get all buzzed up at the opportunity of putting their driving skills and rig to the test, but showing off as you thrash through deep water is not a sign of 4WDing finesse. When you get to water higher than your hub caps, be cautious and check the crossing on foot. Water above the top of the wheels means any large pothole could submerge your engine and electrics, which will be a tad risky. Before you hit the water consider whether it’s the safest spot to cross, if there’s a better spot somewhere else to cross, if there’s a good exit with suitable anchor points, if crossing can be avoided altogether, and whether you feel confident to get rig and crew safely through.

If there’s any doubt, don’t do it. AFTER YOUR CROSSING Emerging from the creek will often be on steep ground that is muddy, slippery, rutted or worn. It’s a challenge to drag your waterlogged vehicle out of the water. Once you are on solid ground, stop if it’s safe and let the excess water drain out. Check for any sticks and debris that may be caught on your undercarriage. Next, dab your brakes hard a few times or drive with them dragging for a bit to help them dry off quicker. Otherwise, if a tree is across your track on the next corner, nothing may happen when you slam the brakes on. Ultimately, you’re responsible for getting your crew and your pride and joy back in one piece, so don’t take unnecessary risks. Sure, in my TV show we do some way-out stuff, but this is not what you can do with your average 4WD, nor when you are alone out the back of Bourke. Have fun out in the bush and crossing those creeks – safely! - Jase Andrews, All 4 Adventure MAY 2019

McKeown breaks weight record at BREAM Open Jamie McKeown is a local Gold Coast angler who most fishers fear on his home waterway, but living nearly 1000km away from Sydney, he went into the Daiwa BREAM Australian Open a bit of an underdog, with so many Sydney locals fishing this comp. Jamie went into this comp just wanting to catch his five fish limit every day. The Daiwa BREAM Australian Open is a marathon of a competition, requiring anglers to compete for three days with sevenhour sessions. The comp was held at two venues, Sydney Harbour for day one and three, and the Hawkesbury River day two. With this in mind, McKeown went and fished what he knows best: Cranka Crabs. Day one at Sydney Harbour saw McKeown fishing two areas called the Wedding Cakes, and Sow and Pigs. He made a quick pass of the Wedding Cakes and got nothing. So he strapped everything down and headed to Sow and Pigs. It wasn’t long before he knew he had made the right move, catching his limit fairly quickly, but was wise

Those who finished on the podium, Jamie McKeown, Ross Cannizzaro and Mark Crompton, fought a fierce battle in Sydney’s premier bream fisheries. enough not to fish it too hard, tactically moving along 50m or so every 5-10 minutes and not fishing. On day one he weighed a great bag of five bream for a weight of 4.43kg, which had him in second place for the start of day two. Day two on the Hawkesbury River saw a completely different set of circumtances. Going into day two, McKeown had some time to kill, as he was waiting for the top of the tide for his key areas to fire. He had a look around Cowan and America Bay, catching three small fish on bent minnow style lures. By

then, the tide had filled and he headed upriver between Bar Point and Spencer. He wanted to concentrate on throwing Cranka Crabs on rock walls in anywhere from 3-6m deep with the falling tide run. Once again, he made the right move at the right time, catching two nice fish back-to-back, before upgrading the three rats he had caught earlier. Although his bag wasn’t as big as day one’s, his five fish for 4.08kg was enough to keep him in second place going into day three. It was back to Sydney Harbour for day three, and Jamie went into it knowing he

had a shot at winning, being only 800g from the leader and last year’s winner Mark Crompton. He headed to Sow and Pigs that had been so kind to him on day one, hoping that it had replenished from

his first day there. It had, and he bagged out around 8:30am, but not long after that a seal showed up and shut everything down. McKeown went and had a look at the Wedding Cakes and Spit Bridge once again for nothing, so headed back to his honey hole and luckily the seal had left. He sat there for the rest of the day upgrading nearly his whole bag, except for a 36 forker he caught there earlier in the day. Once again, all fish were caught on 65mm Cranka Crab Custom Heavys in olive and spotted. He headed in a little early, as his electric motor had run out, which left him wondering whether he had enough weight with his bag of five bream. It was a nail bitting weigh-in, with lots of good bags coming in, but he knew it would come down to the final three to weigh-in, Mark Crompton, himself and Ross Cannizzaro. Cannizzaro was in the hot seat, taking the lead with a

Scan the QR code to see the Australian Open day one highlights. 4.98kg bag. Jamie needed 4.90kg to take the lead, and when the button was pushed Jamie’s bag dragged the scale down to 4.98kg! He had caught the same weight as Cannizzaro and taken the lead by 80g. Day two leader and champ for 2018 Mark Crompton ended up weighing a limit, but only had a 2.95kg sack, which gave Jamie McKeown the win for the 2019 Daiwa BREAM Australian Open!

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Samaki Archer 691 Ecooda Black Hawk Sufix 10lb Coastal Braid and 8lb Sufix leader Cranka Crab 65mm custom Cranka Crab Custom Heavy in olive and spotted

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The picture that paints a thousand words: maybe next year, Ross.

Cannizzaro bridesmaid once again Ross Cannizzaro is a Sydney local and always a favourite in the Harbour and Hawkesbury River, and some say the bream in these systems are his pets. They just don’t seem to do what he wants come Bream Open time! This is one comp Cannizzaro has never won, and unfortunately this year wasn’t his year either, coming second to Jamie McKeown by only 80g. For day one on the Harbour, Cannizzaro started his day fishing from Goat Island to Manly, skip casting a 2.5” Gulp Crabby in camo colour under boat hulls. Cannizzaro says by skipping the lure deep under hulls and getting his bait in the shade, the fish would eat it

on the drop. If he didn’t get a hit on the first two casts, he would go on to the next boat and repeat the process. This technique filled his bag, but he knew they weren’t big enough to win. So he went to the edges, fishing vertical structure such as rock walls, poles and jetties. Here Cannizzaro fished something new to him, a Cranka Crab, and as Cranka Crabs tend to do, they got him the bigger bites that he needed to upgrade a few times and saw him bringing a 3.54kg bag to the scales. Day two on the Hawkesbury had Cannizzaro heading upriver past Spencer to fish the rock walls and edges using a Berkley Gulp Pulse Craw Ross Cannizzaro landed some impressive fish to earn him second place.

Jamie McKeown came from below to claim victory in the Daiwa BREAM Australian Open.

on a 1/8oz jighead and Berkley Bigeye Blades. Cannizzaro was casting his Bigeye Blade tight to the edge and hopping it down to around 15ft. The fish would either take the blade on the drop after a little hop, or while it was just sitting on the bottom doing nothing, where he would go for the next hop and there would be weight on the line. The Pulse Craw he fished was much the same way, but it got most bites while dead sticked on the bottom, with the 1/8oz jighead keeping it on the bottom, even in a strong current. Day two saw him with five fish for a total 4.87kg.

The finish line showed an impressive cross section of boats and anglers.

On returning to Sydney Harbour, Cannizzaro knew he needed big fish on this final day to win, so he did his milk run, quickly filling his bag like he had on day one with a lure that has been so good to him over the years, the Berkley Gulp Crabby. He felt he was going to need something else to take the win this year, so he went to the dark side and tied on a Cranka Crab, and yes, that crab worked its magic. Cannizzaro pitched it into poles, jetties and rock walls, quickly upgrading his whole bag. Cannizzaro ended up weighing 4.98kg, earning him second place by only 80g.

Scan the QR code to see Aus Open runner up Ross Cannizzaro interview.

Last year’s winner Mark Crompton scored himself a third in this year’s Open.

The top five anglers show off their respective share of the winnings.

BREAM AUSTRALIAN OPEN RESULTS

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Place Name 1 Jamie McKeown 2 Ross Cannizzaro 3 Mark Crompton 4 Liam Carruthers 5 Daniel Bonaccorso 6 Michael Colotouros 7 Mark Healey 8 Kristoffer Hickson 9 Tom Slater 10 Steve Morgan

Total Fish Total Weight (kg) Prize 15/15 13.47 $5000 15/15 13.39 $3500 15/15 12.34 $2500 15/15 12.03 $2000 15/15 11.93 $1000 15/15 11.39 Daiwa Prize Pack 15/15 11.24 Daiwa Prize Pack 15/15 11.02 Daiwa Prize Pack 15/15 10.86 Daiwa Prize Pack 15/15 10.39 Daiwa Prize Pack

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Langley takes maiden boater win with $5 fuel bill Paul Langley has been fishing ABT BREAM tournaments for quite a few years now, competing in the non-boater ranks. He was the quiet achiever, never one to be seen at the tubs boasting about his catch or worrying about what anyone else had caught. Langley just fished each comp as it came and enjoyed tournament BREAM fishing for its own sake. But recently, after buying a bass boat, he has stepped it up to join the boaters. While his first boating comp at South West Rocks turned out to be a dreaded double doughnut, coming into his second event as a boater in the ABT Costa BREAM series, he was pretty calm, considering his last outing. He had fished Botany Bay only a few weeks before, and having found the fish on the edges, that’s what he based his pre-fish on. Through the pre-fish day he wasn’t happy with the size or number of fish he was catching, but looking on Google Maps he found a deep reef that looked pretty good and ended up producing a nice fish from it.

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the bottom. Fishing was a little slow, with him only picking up two fish early. He was worried if his little 100m stretch of reef would handle two days fishing, but he stuck it out, knowing that if they bit like the day

before, it would be worth it. It wasn’t until around 11am that things picked up and Langley was able to fill his limit of five fish, giving him a 3.40kg bag and a total of 7kg to take the win at the Botany Bay round!

Paul Langley with his winner’s haul from the ABT BREAM Botany Bay round. Going into day one of the ABT Daiwa Botany round, Langley made the choice to go back to his reef. Only 400m away from the start line, it didn’t take him long to get a line in the water. Fishing this reef in around 4-5m, his lure of choice was the old faithful Cranka Crab

Heavy in olive. Langley was drifting backwards and forwards on one patch of reef all day. Casting his crab out, sinking it to the bottom and dragging it slowly along the reef saw him picking fish up consistently, and even upgrading a few times. He filled his limit of bream on

day one with a bag weighing 3.60kg. Day one’s efforts had him sitting in first place for day two. On day two, Langley made the same 400m run from the start line. Langley started on his deep crab pattern in 5m of water, dragging it along

Paul showing off some of the fish that helped him win.

BOATER RESULTS

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Place Name 1 Paul Langley 2 Grant Kime 3 Peter Cook 4 Todd Riches 5 Mark Crompton 6 Daniel Bonaccorso 7 Richard Potter 8 Ross Cannizzaro 9 Christian Wardini 10 Jamie McKeown

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Total Fish Total Weight (kg) Prize 10/10 7.00 $3000 + $500 Mercury Bonus 10/10 6.43 $1750 + $300 Mercury Bonus 10/10 6.04 $1200 8/10 5.80 $900 10/10 5.77 $800 10/10 5.65 $700 10/10 5.59 $600 10/10 5.50 $500 10/10 5.41 9/10 5.38 $200 Mercury Bonus

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Kimey slides into second Grant Kime, the 2016 ABT Costa BREAM Grand Final winner, is

no stranger to the bream tournaments. Coming from the St Georges Basin area,

NON-BOATER FIRST PLACE GEAR Rod Reel Line Lures

Daiwa Silver Wolf Daiwa Silver Wolf 2004 Daiwa Evo 8 and Sunline 8lb leader Jackall Chubby, ZMan GrubZ and Slim SwimZ in motor oil rigged on 1/12oz TTs HeadlockZ

Scan the QR code to see Botany Bay day two highlights.

he doesn’t mind a bit of flats fishing or blading in the deep, so the 2019 ABT Daiwa Botany round played nearly into his hands. On day one Kime fished an area called the Towra flats early, with this area being fairly shallow. The area only produced three bites, but one of those bites ended up being a nice fish over the 1kg mark, which he unfortunately dropped boatside. He says he hung around too long hoping to

get more bites like that, a decision that cost him. After spending another half an hour for nothing, he moved on. Kime hit another area that he caught some fish in on the practise day, and found this is where he should have been all along, filling his bag in less than an hour. Kime was using an Ecogear VX40 blade in 439 pattern in 20ft of water, fishing it with short hops along the bottom. He said that 439 was exactly the same colour as some cockle shells a bream had spewed on the deck. His day one bag tipping the scales at 2.73kg. Day two saw Grant head straight back to his spot, not wasting time anywhere else. This area was wide of the Towra flats in 20ft of water. He got into them straight away, catching almost a fish a cast for half an hour. He ended up filling an impressive bag quite quickly, but had a lightbulb

BREAM SERIES

Second place boater Grant Kime fished hard, but unfortunately fell just short of a win. moment and noticed a tug in the distance stirring the bottom up. His first cast into the area saw him hooked up, and the next hour was spent upgrading his whole bag.

Bringing the biggest bag to the scales for the whole comp at 3.70kg, it may have been that kilo fish he lost at the boat that cost him first place!

Scan the QR code to see Non-Boater winner, Stuart Walker interview.

Walker wins again Stuart Walker is one Kiwi we’ll happily take as our own, winning multiple events and taking out Angler of the Year four years in a row, and it’s no surprise to see him take a win in the ABT Costa BREAM series once again. Walker definitely had a slow day fishing on day one with Russell Babekull, who fished oyster racks all day. He only caught two fish for the session, but one of them was a cracking bream

weighing 1.2kg, which ate a Jackall Chubby, and the other, smaller fish took a ZMan Slim SwimZ in motor oil. His day one bag only weighed 1.72kg, but if anyone can come back from a day like that, it is Stuart Walker. Going into day two, fishing with day one boating leader Paul Langley, Walker definitely made the most of it. On day two Walker made that 400m with Paul Langley, fishing Langley’s little 5m deep reef. Walker landed

two fish pretty quickly and thought to himself that it was going to be a good day, however it went quiet soon after. With the watch tightening, he was a little worried. Come 11am, the fish were on again. He filled his limit by 12pm. Fishing a mix of ZMan Slim SwimZ and GrubZ, he ended up with a limit of five fish weighing 3.39kg, with a total weight of 5.11kg. Stuart Walker had won it again!

Paul Langley came out on top in his second competition as a boater, having not weighed a single fish in his first comp last year.

Rocket takes Big Bream Rodney O’Sullivan ended up winning the Daiwa J Braid Big Bream prize, taking home $500 plus a Daiwa

J Braid prize pack. Rodney said it wasn’t rocket science to catch this 1.4kg bruiser. He just calmly waited for his

boater Chris Seeto to finish crankbaiting a boat hull, and then cast his Cranka Crab Heavy in olive into the back of the boat. The giant fish ate the crab on the drop!

Stuart Walker claims another non-boater win in the BREAM series.

NON-BOATER RESULTS

Rodney O’Sullivan’s 1.4kg bruiser Botany bream.

Place Name 1 Stuart Walker 2 Peter Breukel 3 Rodney O’Sullivan 4 Adam Costa 5 William Lee 6 Louie Wardini 7 Neil Kelly 8 Tani Konsul 9 Josh Carpenter 10 Dallas Blatchford

Total Fish Total Weight (kg) Prize 7/10 5.11 Daiwa Prize Pack + $200 Hobie Bonus 8/10 4.00 Fish-Tec Prize Pack + $100 Hobie Bonus 6/10 3.78 Cranka Lures Prize Pack + $500 (Big Bream) 7/10 3.68 TTs Prize Pack + $75 Hobie Bonus 6/10 3.64 Sufix Prize Pack 6/10 3.64 Ecogear Prize Pack 4/10 3.32 Shimano Prize Pack 7/10 3.11 Lucky Craft Prize Pack 6/10 2.80 Keitech Prize Pack 5/10 2.62 Sunline Prize Pack MAY 2019

Felippe finds trophy fish in Richmond round The first round of the Casino Outdoor BASS Electric series kicked off from the banks of the beautiful Richmond River at Coraki. It was contested by 37 eager anglers, and although a fair number of competitors struggled, the Richmond did give up some great fish which made for a great comp. Taking out 1st place was Felippe Gapski, who compiled a 2/2 limit for 2.02kg, and also took out the Big Bass prize with a 1.32kg kicker fish. Come take-off, Gapski headed

upstream up the Wilsons Arm, and like most of the field he opted to throw topwater lures for the best part of the day. He was rewarded for his efforts with numerous fish and strikes throughout the session. Being one of the anglers who fishes from a kayak, Felippe positioned the kayak tight to the edge to get the best possible cast in. Throwing tight into this structure isn’t easy with any lure, so he opted to throw a weedless ZMan Frog 2.75” in pearl white to get into where a lot

of anglers wouldn’t cast. Targeting the shady pockets as the sun rose was key, as the fish were concentrated in these areas. Throwing a light frog isn’t an easy task at the best of times, so having the right tools for the job is paramount. Gapski’s choice was the Okuma Cerros 7ft 1-3kg rod matched up with Okuma Helios SX spinning reel spooled with 10lb Berkley Fireline Ultra and 10lb leader. Felippe took home $380 for his efforts, as well as the $150 Big Bass voucher as as bonus.

Felippe Gapski found his fish in specacular style, fishing topwater lures in tight cover and taking out Big Bass in the process!

Wilson winds up Wilsons arm Relegated to 2nd place once again was Mr Consistent, Adrian Wilson, who compiled a 2/2 bag for 1.81kg. During the pre-fish Adrian had also found the better fish holding up the Wilsons Arm, so that’s where he headed

come tournament day. However, Wilson opted for a totally different approach than Gapski, choosing to throw jigs at deep sunken timber he had previously found. Losing two big fish early in the timber, Adrian thought that he had blown

his chances. Fortunately, his experience showed through and he went to work filling out his limit. Wilson’s tactic was locating deep sunken timber, and working his Pro’s Factory jigs through it methodically, covering

every inch of the tree. To do so Wilson threw his jig on a custom made Barrabass IP845 casting rod matched up with a Daiwa HRF highspeed reel spooled with 10lb Sunline and 12lb leader. I would like to thank all the competitors for a great day, and a huge thanks also to everyone who helped out during the event. A big shout-out also to the naming sponsor Casino Outdoor and Disposal for their valuable support.

Plenty of good bags came in to the scales, and Aaron Kemp from Queensland was happy to fill a limit on the day.

RESULTS

Left: Gapski’s 1.32kg Big Bass was a fantastic river fish, and earned him an extra $150. Right: BASS Electric stalwart Adrian Wilson is as at home in the rivers as the dams, it seems.

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Place Name 1 Felippe Gapski 2 Adrian Wilson 3 Mark Palazzi 4 Joseph Urquhart 5 Mathew Flynn 6 Glenn Swanson 7 Pete Bostock 8 Nathan Freys 9 Charles West 10 Aaron Swanson

Total Fish Total Weight (kg) 2/2 2.02kg 2/2 1.81kg 2/2 1.67kg 2/2 1.64kg 2/2 1.56kg 2/2 1.56kg 2/2 1.44kg 2/2 1.40kg 2/2 1.33kg 2/2 1.29kg

Urquhart secures second Hinze win The second stop of the 2019 Casino Outdoor BASS Electric series hit the Gold Coast Hinterland, at picturesque Hinze Dam. With reports of the dam fishing exceptionally well, expectations were high and the 55 anglers were eager to start. With a southerly change passing through late the night before, it was evident that it had an effect on the fishing, with a lot smaller bags getting weighed then expected. Taking out 1st place and making this his second win in a row at Hinze was BASS Electric organiser Joey Urquhart, compiling his 2/2 limit for 3.285kg,

making him the only person to score a bag over 3kg for the tournament. Being one of the few boats that made the trip around to the eastern arm, he had the area he wanted to fish to himself. During pre-fish Urquhart had worked out a pattern later in the day, where the fish were holding tight to the base of trees on the very end of the points “You couldn’t see them on the sounder, but if they were there you would hook up straight away,” he explained. Urquhart’s plan was spot on, as the fish were still there. Although initially lacking in size, he made a

move to a point he hadn’t fished the day before and landed two upgrades in two casts, which would later turn out to be the winning fish. His technique was to cast tight trees and let his Valleyhill lv500 lipless crankbait in colour 08 sink to the bottom, where he would commence a slow retrieve. They would usually hit it within the first two winds. Pulling big fish out of heavy cover isn’t easy, and that’s why Urquhart opted to fish with a Raison Jaburo 10-30lb casting rod matched with a Daiwa Ryoga spooled with 16lb Sufix Nano Braid and 20lb Sufix Super 21 leader. For his efforts he took home $760.

Joey Urquhart took out his second Hinze win, with his last win at this venue in 2017. He took home $760 for his efforts.

2kg snorter for Reynolds

Urquhart was kept busy organising the event and weighing everyone’s fish. Talk about having your hands full!

Hinze virgin takes 2nd Securing 2nd place was kayaker Luke Albone, compiling his 2/2 limit for 2.920kg. Albone had never been to Hinze before, so he used his knowledge from his local lake, North Pine Dam, and implemented the same approach.

Albone headed up the western arm, where he abandoned his plan of fishing tight in the tress to go searching for schooled fish, and it worked out to be a good decision for him. Once he located a school he would slow roll his Halco Twisty

rigged with assist hooks through them to get the bites. He used his Shimano Classix X rod matched with a Shimano Sedona HD 2500 spooled with 10lb J-Braid to extract them from the structure. For his efforts he took home $320.

Despite the smaller than average bags, Tom Reynolds managed to find a true Hinze giant, with this 2.04kg beast taking out Big Bass! Taking out Big Bass at 2.04kg was Tom Reynolds. Reynolds caught the Hinze giant up the eastern arm late in the day on a lipless crankbait. He

used a Daiwa Wild Weasel rod match with a Daiwa Certate spooled with 8lb J-Braid and 12lb leader. Tom took home a $150 Casino Outdoor voucher.

Joey would like to give a big thanks to all that helped on the day and looks forward to seeing everyone at the next round at Maroon Dam.

RESULTS

A staggering 55 anglers turned up to fish the BASS Electric Hinze event, however a southerly change made the fishing a little challenging.

Place Name 1 Joey Urquhart 2 Luke Albone 3 Scott Byrant 4 Mick Horn 5 Alan Britcliffe 6 Tom Reynolds 7 Jesper Noiesen 8 Liam Dutton 9 Paul Mchugh 10 Christian Manolea

Total Fish Total Weight (kg) 2/2 3.285kg 2/2 2.92kg 2/2 2.725kg 2/2 2.610kg 2/2 2.595kg 2/2 2.540kg 2/2 2.490kg 2/2 2.470kg 2/2 2.465kg 2/2 2.425kg MAY 2019

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The ‘Real Fish Oita’ is an incredible, award winning squid jig manufactured in Europe by leading Croatian company - DTD. Taking out the coveted ‘best new product’ in its class at the EFTTEX 2015 Expo in Warsaw, this wonderful range is now available in Australia through Dogtooth Distribution. The product imitates real fish species. This coupled with DTD’s use of only the highest grade materials available, ensures great balance and results in superior catching ability. With the unique ‘fish parasite’ feature, aimed at luring predators in for an ‘easy kill’, these truly unique jigs are set to explode into the Australian market. FEATURES - Double weight system with inner weight designed to produce sound while squid jig is in action. COLOURS - 7 different designs representing popular fish species. ADDITIONAL - Luminous body, fish parasite, great balance, sound effect, quality stainless steel hooks SIZES - 5 Sizes available www.dogtoothdistribution.com.au

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In the skipper’s seat

Inside story...

After WWII, the pace of life changed as a war-ravaged world now craved speed and excitement. This era saw enterprising young businessman Jim Whittley who, along with his brother Ossie, indulged a love of boating. In 1953, Jim produced his first timber boat out of a small shop in the Melbourne suburb of Bulleen. In the late 1960s they made the switch to fibreglass, and have been moving forward ever since.

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Whittley balances traditional core boating values with constant improvement and delivers on that original promise of quality and innovation.

This month...

92 Flats breamin’

Justin Willmer shares a few secrets to catching chunky SEQ bream on the flats as the weather cools.

94 Learning on the Logan River

Troy Brown explores one of Queensland’s forgotten rivers, and one that holds amazing potential as a kayak fishery!

97 More on bars

Wayne Kame provides some more of his knowledge of crossing coastal bars safely.

Editor Steve Morgan checks out the CW1950 with a Yamaha 115hp 4-stroke. Check it out on page 98!

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hit 60km/h at 5900rpm. Naturally, economy suffers and WOT will yield 1.5km/L. Overall, the CW range is a great compromise between price, quality, comfort and fishability. Can you get better value for money on the market for $60,000? We dare you to try. For more information, visit your local Whittley dealer or www. whittleymarinegroup.com. au. Also, make sure you like the Whittley page on Facebook for updates on the latest models.

Main: The Whittley CW1950, paired with Yamaha’s 115hp 4-stroke is designed to sell for under $60,000, positioning it right in the market for boaties who want to upgrade to some luxury from a tinnie. Above: Whittley makes boats in the spectrum from luxury through to fishing boats. The CW 1950 sits at the fishing end and does the job well. Indeed, Alan seems perpetually excited about all of the boats in the Whittley range and as a company head that’s not scared of getting out and selling rigs, he realises the price points that tick boxes with boating families. “This rig is put together to sit under the $60,000 mark, and that’s a level which seems to keep a family happy that wants to move up into

SPECIFICATIONS Overall.Length......................................... 6.17m Length.on.trailer ........................................7.1m Height.on.trailer ......................................2.45m Width.on.trailer .......................................2.22m Beam..........................................................2.2m Deadrise.at.transom....................................19° Fuel ............................................................ 115L Tow.weight ............................................ 1500kg Rec.hp ......................................................... 115 Max.hp ..................................................... 150hp 98

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I’d never been to Queenscliff before and by all reports it was going to be like a washing machine, So when we met Alan Whittley on the docks at the marina, we were surprised that the entrance of Port Phillip Bay looked like a mirror. Even after putting up the front to check out the surroundings, they were impeccable in every way – in short, a crappy day for boat testing. Sure, we can take a pile of awesome looking images, but we don’t really get to test the chops of the hull when things get nasty. That’s not to say that this Whittley hull is untested. It’s derived from the old Mako hull from John Savage, which has subsequently been increased in beam and has a pair of air-filled pods in the position where you’ll usually find bolted on duckboards. “That’s an important way that we can make the boat more stable but still able to go out and fish offshore for tuna,” said Whittley cheek, Alan Whittley.

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one for your pinkies and one for your lunch. Either way, the cockpit flows forward into the open cabin, which is ample to get the family out of the sun, wind and rain. Hammers down on the Yamaha and the rig was surprisingly quick onto the plane, which was surprising because the CW1950 is rated to 150hp. The best economy from the boat came at 4500rpm, where at 43km/h the Yamaha delivered 2.2km/L of petrol burned. Need to get back to the ramp in a hurry? Drop the hammers and you’ll

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PERFORMANCE Rpm...... speed.(km/h).. economy.(km/L) Idle ....................... 4.6 ....................... 4.2 1000 ...................... 5.4 ....................... 6.6 2000.................... 10.0 ....................... 2.2 3000....................... 14 ....................... 1.5 4000....................... 34 ....................... 2.1 4500 ....................... 43 ....................... 2.2 5000....................... 50 ....................... 1.8 5900 ....................... 60 ....................... 1.5 a bigger, more comfortable fibreglass boat from a tinnie,” Alan continued. The fact that the boat/ motor/trailer rig weighs in at only 1500kg is another bonus. It means that many family cars will be able to tow it without having to upgrade a tow vehicle. Stepping onto the boat through the transom door, you immediately notice that the customer decking

on the floors look fantastic. This synthetic, fibreglass floor covering is becoming incredibly popular in modern boats and Whittley’s treatment of the material looks the goods. The cockpit is clean and the gunwales padded. Both driver and passenger helm seats are comfortable and set up with a system to cover a splitlidded cooler box – maybe

The 115hp supplied on the test boat is 35hp less than the maximum, however the boat ran with good economy (2.2km/L) and hit 60km/h at 5900rpm.

Top: The front cabin is open to the cockpit and the bunks are long enough to stretch out and get some rest between bites. Above: Moulded in footrests allow the driver and the passenger to support their weight when the conditions get rough. We didn’t need them on the test day!

The cockpit is lined with custom-sized and designed SeaDek. It looks great and is easy to wash down. Of course, it’s non-slip.

There’s room on the dash to flush mount large electronics. The test craft was set up with no frills, just a simple combo unit and the Yamaha gauges.

The whole aft of the cockpit is useful fishing space and the transom door design is unobtrusive. Quality seats and clever cooler mounts underneath maximise the use of space.

Top: The CW 1950 boasts the near-standard rocket launchers to get the rods up and out of the way. Left: Side pockets get some of the essential fishing gear out of the way and padded gunwales make it comfortable to hang a line over the side in deeper water. Right: Instead of bolt-on duckboards, there are pods, which are an extension of the hull. These offer extra buoyancy.

Top Left: Keep your live baits in here – the tank is on the port side and the transom door on the starboard. Top Right: You’d be amazed how many boats lack a decent grab rail for the passenger. The Whittley has a great one. Left: The rear pods are designed to add stability to the 1950 hull. Right: Easy to drive and quick onto the plane, the Whittley CW 1950 is a sweet way to move up and into the Whittley family. MAY 2019