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METRO Perth Metro/Cockburn Sound

Swan & Canning Rivers

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SOUTH COAST Esperance 14 Bremer Bay

Albany 15 WEST COAST Augusta 17 Busselton 18 Bunbury 20 Mandurah 22 Lancelin 24 Jurien Bay

Geraldton 28 GASCOYNE COAST Kalbarri 30 Shark Bay

From the Editor’s Desk... With the cooler weather settling in it seems that the fishing around the state is starting to pick up as the fish move closer to shore. While usually not the most comfortable time of the year to fish, savvy anglers know that good wet weather gear and a bit of persistence will usually yield some great results. Salmon fishing in the southern half of the state seems to be still ticking along, with reasonable catches around the usual haunts in the metro area. Remember, if you have been salmon fishing get onto the Recfishwest website and fill in the survey about your salmon fishing experience. If you can make the time to do this it will help benefit all salmon fishers into the future. I am sure you will all agree these iconic sport fish deserves whatever we can do to support great fishing into the future.

ABT came to WA at the end of April and ran the WA ABT rounds as a whirlwind double header, first fishing Albany and then heading to Augusta’s Blackwood River. At both rounds there was exceptional weather during the pre-fish, but then the weather closed in for the competition days. Unfortunately you will have to wait until the July issue to get the full wrap-up on these events. However, you can check out the details

on the national Hobie Kayak Bream series in this issue. If you are one to lay up your boat over winter, consider getting it in for its annual service so that it is all ready and set for the upcoming spring season! You should also try to get all of those other little jobs done now. There’s no point in putting them off until the last minute when spring arrives. Most importantly at this time of the year, keep an eye

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Practising good rod handling techniques WHITSUNDAYS

Mick Underwood

As a fishing guide I get no points at all for having people on my boat not catch fish. It’s one thing for me to go out onto the ocean each

boat and clients out to some location and do my best to find a pile of big, active and hungry fish. Once the fish are found, the guiding is finished. From that moment on I am a teacher – continuously talking to and assisting the crew onboard

future angling endeavours. First up, a little bit of history that I feel is highly relevant to this whole subject. I’m sure that you have all heard our magnificent sport being referred to as angling and those of us that indulge in it as ‘anglers’. The term

and that’s the way we want to keep it. By increasing or decreasing pressure to a fish, that hole will quickly transform into a slot or long elongated hole. Once this has happened all an astute fish has to do is create slack line for a brief second and the hook will simply fall out. This can happen in a myriad of ways and normally it’s in the blink of an eye. A fish jumping clear of the water, shaking its head at the side of the boat, and briefly swimming at the boat are just a few examples of how this can happen. The most common cause of these hook-loosening problems is when anglers are pumping and winding a rod in order to retrieve line on a fish. So many anglers rip back on a rod as hard and as far as they can increasing the pressure on a hook immensely and then decreasing pressure by bowing the rod towards the fish as quick as they can, trying to see how many turns of the reel handle they can get in as little time as possible. This is where it all begins to go wrong. Lesson number one is keep your heart in your chest and take your time – stay focussed on maintaining constant pressure to your hook. You don’t have to get 10 turns of your reel handle every time you drop the rod to retrieve line. On a stubborn fish you might only get half a turn of the reel handle, which in most situations is perfectly

Nick demonstrating a good low angle for lifting stubborn fish. Note how the butt section is loaded and doing all the work. To achive this good fighting angle, keep the butt of the rod as high as you can. Up in your armpit like Nick has here is ideal. This may not be possible with some stand up tackle but with modern spin gear that the majority of us use, it’s not a problem. acceptable as long as you stay focussed on maintaining constant line pressure.

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Nick demonstrating high sticking on a deep fish. You can see that the tip section of the rod is working hard and taking the load. This will allow a fish to bounce around and work the hook loose and the fish can point its head in whatever direction it wants. As much as possible we need to dictate the terms of battle to the fish, not the opposite way around. It may be necessary to shoot a rod this high when striking a fish in order to set the hooks, but it is a fatal mistake to pause and rest at this angle. Straight away wind the rod tip back down to the water, load the butt section and lift the fish’s head. day with a group of keen anglers, find some nice fish and whip them up into a frenzy. But to then have the crew onboard fail to get fish after fish to the boat is obviously not desirable. This can be due to a whole bunch of reasons, but often it’s due to poor rod handling techniques. If this happens I end up with a boat load of frustrated anglers, which isn’t exactly ideal. You can refer to someone in my position as a charter skipper or guide, but I consider my job to be more that of a sportfishing teacher. It is necessary for me to assume this role in order to consistently get good fish to the boat. The guide part to the job is at the beginning of each session where I take the 6

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on how to firstly hook the targeted fish, keep that fish on the hook, and then to do whatever is necessary to get that particular fish to the side of the boat. These rod handling skills and techniques can be applied when targeting any fish by any means at any water. It doesn’t matter whether you’re throwing a dry fly at a high country trout, dropping a jig down to a kingfish or casting stickbaits at flathead, the basic fundamentals of using a fishing rod don’t change. I am now going to take some time to share with you in print what I share with people verbally every day. I hope that you get something out of it and that it assists you in some way with your

‘angling’ derives from using a rod and line to create and use effective angles in order to get a fish to the net as efficiently as possible. With the exception of the next paragraph or two, the whole guts of this article will be talking about creating and using the correct angles required to fight fish effectively. LINE TENSION One of the first and foremost rules is that you must maintain constant pressure to your fish. Fail to do this and the rest simply doesn’t matter. It doesn’t matter whether you’re using a 20/0 circle hook for billfish or a size #16 nymph hook for trout, when a hook is first set into a fish it is set into a small hole

Nick showing us a good angle for fighting a fish that’s out on the horizon somewhere – isn’t it nice when that happens. Note how Nick has the butt section of the rod loaded and taking all the strain. Don’t pull back too far in this situation, you won’t achieve anything trying to fight a fish with the rod tucked back behind your right ear lobe. When working high rod angles keep the butt of the rod low. Jam it in on your chest such as Nick has done here, or even lower down around your stomach/groin areas if that’s more comfortable.

on YouTube or one of the fishing shows on television, you will notice that when these anglers are fighting a fish that the bend in their rod very rarely changes all through an entire fight. This is because these guys

are experts at maintaining constant hook pressure. You donâ€™t have to be a competition angler to gain this skill; it is a basic skill that we all need to use when we fish to help ensure regular success.

FIGHTING FISH VERTICALLY (DEEP FISH) This is a common scenario for a lot of us, especially boat anglers. With so much coastline around this country and

With the side angle, once again note how the butt section is doing all the work.

Nick showing us how to use side angles.

most of it littered with reefs and other forms of deep structure, a high percentage of Aussie anglers fish out of a boat with their lines dropped vertically over the side. Be it jigging for pelagics mid-water or soaking a bait for a tasty reef fish off the bottom, once a stubborn fish is hooked the technique required to get a fish up from the depths remains the same. In this situation it is imperative to keep the

rod angle low so that the butt section of the rod is taking the majority of the load. Once a deep fish is hooked the tip section of a rod serves little purpose, apart from that of a shock absorber. Raise the angle of your rod too high and load the tip section of your rod on a deep fish and youâ€™re handing the odds straight back to the fish. This is for a couple of reasons. The first reason is that when the rod is raised high

with a loaded tip section and you have a fish shaking its head from side to side somewhere in the depths underneath you, every time that fish shakes its head it is increasing and then decreasing pressure to the hook, slowly but surely working it loose. By using a high rod angle on a deep fish you simply lose your ability to maintain that ever-important constant hook pressure. To page 8

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WHAT’S NEW FISHING LUMICA UFO DEEPWATER LIGHTS 1 Lumica Japan are the developers and inventors of the chemical light stick, and have now developed an excellent range of LED Deepwater Lights for anglers targeting fish at great depths. The UFO version is the top-of-the-range model in Lumica’s leading contingent of Deepwater Lights. The UFO is depth tested to an impressive 1200m and is pressure rated to 85kg. The UFO comes in three different versions. The first version is the Multi, which offers five different light functions. Simply turning it at the base can change it from green to blue to red to multi-strobe, in two different flash functions. The UV and Blue models offer three different light functions so you can change your colour schemes or strobe functions to your own desired effect on each of the models. The UFO requires 1 x AA alkaline battery. The Deepwater Lights will be highly effective for anglers targeting swordfish, hapuka, trevalla, Tasmanian trumpeter and all deepwater species, helping to attract their attention and bring them to your baits. www.jurofishing.com

DAIWA BAITCASTER 2 BLITZ Baitcaster fans are in for treat, with three new pint-sized, hyper performance baitcasters from Daiwa: the new Steez CT SV TW, Morethan PE TW, and Alphas CT SV. The Steez and Alphas CT SV models introduce a new 70 size model to the line-ups, with the Steez featuring an Air Metal frame and gear side plate, Digigear, Zero Adjuster, Magforce Z, UTD, Swept Handle, ratcheted star drag, T-Wing, and SV G1 Duraluminium speed shaft spool. It weighs only 150g. The Alphas has finesse fishing written all over it, and weighs just 170g. It has an alloy frame, Magforce Air brake system, clicking star drag, 80mm Swept Handle, and a machined G1 aircraft grade Duraluminium spool, making it suitable for fresh and saltwater angling. The new Morethan 1000-size model provides a more compact offering with no reduction in strength, due its new low-profile alloy body and the addition of Hyper Digigear. It features Daiwa’s latest technology, including Hyper Digigear, T-Wing, Magforce Z, ATD, Air Rotation, and CRBB and MagSealed bearings, this reel punches well above its weight. It is the perfect choice for cod and barra anglers seeking a compact reel that won’t let them down. www.daiwafishing.com.au

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The new Wildfish Waist Belt, distributed by JM Gillies, keeps all your frequently used gear in easy reach. This cleverly designed waist belt features zippered main and front compartments, which hold your boxes and small accessories. There is also an open front pocket for easy access. Leader loops are fitted so you can quickly and easily access your leader, and there are side pockets for added storage. For maximum comfort during a day’s fishing walking the banks, rocks, surf or flats, there’s an adjustable padded waist strap and handle. Other products in the Wildfish range include fly packs (each pack suited to different species or locations), waders (available in thigh and chest styles in seven sizes), stainless steel smokers, and smoker dust (available in apple,

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The Fin-Nor Offshore Spinning Reel is built for frontline battles with the toughest fish in the sea. Equipped with hardware and features that enable anglers to perform at the highest level in the most challenging environments, the Fin-Nor Offshore is the workhorse reel that fishing guides and dedicated anglers depend on. The Fin-Nor Offshore is packed with fishstopping features. From the tough aluminium body, side plate, rotor, and spool, to the stainless steel drive and pinion gear, these hardwearing reels redefine durability. Armed with an extra-strong bail wire, metal handle, four double-shielded stainless steel ball bearings, and an incredible 11-disc stainless and carbon fibre drag system, the Fin-Nor Offshore is built to stop serious fish. Whether you’re chasing mulloway and snapper from the rocks, dropping baits on reefs, or trolling for tuna and mackerel, the FinNor Offshore is built to help anglers across the globe land the trophy fish of a lifetime. www.finnorfishing.com.au

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Halco’s new Single Strand Wire Traces are based around American Fishing Wires premium American-made stainless steel, pre-straightened wire. These new traces come in two lengths and three different breaking strains, giving you plenty of options for a quick, easy trace that you can count on at short notice. There are short 25cm traces for all your shore and boat-based casting needs and longer 50cm traces that should get the trolling crew in the water quickly and with a minimum of fuss, should the toothy brigade turn up. Available in breaking strains of 58lb, 86lb and 105lb, these packs of five individual traces also feature a premium rolling swivel at one end, and Halco’s popular cross lock snaps at the other. They are all beautifully finished with tight and precise haywire twist connections. For more information check out the new Single Strand Wire video on Halco’s YouTube channel. www.halcotackle.com

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For 2019, the Stella SWC has been released with upgrades across four models – 8000HG, 8000PG, 10000PG and 14000XG. Infinity drive has been introduced to complement the existing X-Ship system to deliver light and powerful winding. Handle rotation torque is reduced by 30% when compared to the conventional system, so winding, even under extreme load, is now even easier. The Heat Sink Drag in the 10000 and 14000 sizes enhances the existing X-Tough Drag and Rigid Support Drag system, for consistent and smooth drag pressure. The X-Protect seal and labyrinth structure repels water intrusion throughout the reel. This now features in the line roller, making this mechanism ten times more durable than the previous model. The 8000 size weighs 50g less than the previous model, and its new rotor has reduced rotational inertia by 23%, making winding effortless. Features still built-in from the previous Stella SWB include Hagane Body, Hagane Gear, X-Rigid Rotor, AR-C spool, EI Surface Treatment, and 13+1 SA-RB bearings and 25kg of drag power. The HG models are designed for both casting and jigging, whereas PG is geared for jigging applications and XG for saltwater casting. Price: SRP $1559.95 www.shimanofish.com.au

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The popular Black Magic Light Jigging 173 rod has been upgraded this season, and it is now called the Light Jigging Rod 173-2. The new version features an extended butt section for more comfort and support. High performance was a paramount objective in the design of this one-piece rod. It has been manufactured with the best Fuji componentry and is rated to 8-18kg with a maximum drag of 6kg and a maximum jig weight of 160g, the Light Jigging 173-2 rod is ready for action. Plus, for every rod sold, Black Magic will make a donation to ‘Legasea – Fish For The People’ to help rebuild our fisheries for the benefit of all. Ask to see them at your local Black Magic stockist today, or head to the Black Magic website to find out more. You can also find more information, news and catch photos on their Facebook page (www. facebook.com/blackmagictackle), check them out on Instagram (@blackmagictackle) or subscribe to the Black Magic YouTube channel. www.blackmagictackle.com

The Submission from Biwaa is a lure for anglers who want the highest quality soft baits. The unique design of the Biwaa SubMission, with its thick boot tail, gives it a lazy, tail kicking action, regardless of how it is rigged. The addition of 3D eyes, along with hand painted and lifelike colour schemes, give Biwaa products the most natural looking finish available. These natural colorings, when paired with the SubMissions enticing tail action, make for an extremely effective combination, catching fish in even the clearest of water. The Biwaa SubMission is available unrigged in the following sizes: 4” (four per pack), 5” (three per pack) and 8” (two per pack). There is also a rigged 8” SubMission with a super strong wire through harness (one per pack). The Submission is available in six proven colours – pearl white, aurora gold, gold perch, roach, hitch and sexy shad. www.ejtodd.com.au

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Samaki brings you your newest wingman – the guy you want by your side for all your fishing adventures… the jig that has got your back! Wingman’s unique rear grooves create an erratic action when dropped. This, combined with its enlarged attractive eye, entices the most elusive bites from a huge variety of reef and pelagic species such as kingfish, amberjack, samsonfish, tuna and coral trout. It comes in six fish-catching colours (including rainbow stylin, glow ‘n silver, lemon splice and the all-natural pilly), and is available in seven different weights, ranging from 20g to 200g. The Wingman also offers the highest UV properties, enticing the most elusive of fish to attack. This centre balanced jig comes pre-rigged with a premium assist hook and Japanese Kevlar. For more information and stockists visit the Samaki website, or like them on Facebook and Instagram. Price: from SRP $7.95 www.samaki.com.au

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The new Yamashita Egi Oh K glow and keimura (UV glow) colours have arrived in Australia. The Egi Oh K jigs include the patented warm jacket technology, which turns light into heat, plus the following industryleading features: Hydro Fin (unique to the market and acts as a stabiliser to reduce movement when sinking); pentagon hydro body (also unique to the market, its 5-sided body with flat bottom aids stability); tin sinker (made from environmentally-friendly tin, its tuning holes give the angler the ability to tune weight and sink rate); and G-Flash (a reflective lateral line which is also included in the larger Egi Oh GX jigs, and which creates increased flash and squid appeal). These new jigs also feature Hydro Eyes, which lie flat against the body and help to give the jig a smooth darting action. Their UV glow pupil and glow edge are unique to the market, and create an additional appeal to attract squid. To maximise hook-up rates, the double crown hooks have been tuned with the rear crown opened slightly wider. For more information on the Egi Oh K, or to find your nearest stockist, visit the EJ Todd website or look up ‘Yamashita Australia’ on Facebook. www.ejtodd.com.au

SOLAR MOTION SENSOR LIGHT

The Solar Motion Sensor light from Perfect Image is a very useful item to pack when you next go camping. We all know what it’s like to trip over guy ropes in the dark, and with the Motion Sensor light you don’t have to keep a light going all the time. This unit turns on automatically at dusk with 5% lighting, and the unit remains on at 5% until its radar sensor detects movement. When that happens, the Sensor light will switch to 100% light, making it easy for you to find your tent, or to find your way out at night. The Solar Motion Sensor light measures 100mm x 138mm x 69mm, and the operating distance is 5-7m at an angle of 180°. It is powered by a lithium battery (DC 3.2VDC 1500 mAh). www.pii.net.au

SAMAKI DIGITAL GT SHIRT

Sporting an aggressive GT attacking a stickbait, the Digital GT Shirt is different from a lot of other shirts in the Samaki range. It features bold geometric shapes in blues and greys, setting it apart from all the other fishing shirts on the market. The lightweight fabric is perfect for all outdoor elements, protecting you from the harsh sun with Samaki’s UV50+ resistant technology. The soft touch 100% polyester material is comfortable on the body, plus it has the added feature of being breathable, keeping you cool and dry. Samaki designs are brought to you by Australian anglers who love to design Australian species. Digital GT shirts are available in adult, youth and kids sizes from a size 2 through to a 5XL, allowing the whole family to get in on the action and out onto the water. Price: SRP $59.95 (adults), $49.95 (kids) www.samaki.com.au

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Fun with the new Hobie kayak Introducing the all new Mirage Passport, the newest member of the Hobie pedal kayak family. Equipped with Hobie’s tried and true MirageDrive Classic, the pedal drive that started it all. You will be cruising through the water in no time. Built for adventure, a simplified rudder that

accessories help you build your dream boat: Sail Kits, Bimini sunshades, dry bags and coolers. CREATE YOUR ULTIMATE SETUP WITH THE MIRAGE PASSPORT The new Passport has just the right number of

of course the Classic Drive can also be upgraded with Turbo Fins. • Seat: aluminium frame with suspended-mesh seating area. The Passport seat is easy to install, breathable, comfortable, and is a fully-functional beach chair on land! • Rudder system features a simplified adaptation of our Twist ‘n’ Stow® rudder. The Passport rudder is manually raised and lowered and held in those positions

obstacle, the bungee will automatically lower the rudder back into position. • Steering: all-new push-pull rod for a simple and easyto-use steering system. BUILT-IN STORAGE • Bow storage well with crisscross bungees. • Rear cargo well with cart scuppers and crisscross bungees can be easily customised with the all-new pad eye/hook combo fittings. • 8” centre hatch • Accessory mount for great accessorizing opportunities from the Bimini to the Sail Kit and more. • Side-mounted rail tracks provide plenty of

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kicks up on impact and a replaceable rudder skeg prepares the Passport for even the most rugged adventures. Bow bungees stand ready for securing gear or a dry bag, even the Hobie Soft Cooler (small) will fit. Also included is the Forward Accessory Mount, perfect for rigging the Hobie Bimini or a Sail Kit. Outfitted for kayak fishing, the Hobie Mirage Passport features two molded-in rod holders,

Pantera II 2017 features to be versatile, yet with a pure simplicity: • Colours: two great options, Seagrass or Slate Decks, on a Light Grey Hull for stunning contrast. • Hull Design provides a stable platform that tracks well and stacks like a dream for storage and car-topping. • Injection-moulded MirageDrive®. The

automatically by an in-line shock-cord. If the rudder encounters an underwater object, it will kick up and after it has cleared the

additional accessorizing and personalisation opportunities for anglers and recreational kayakers alike. • Two rod holders! – Hobie

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Pantera Classic 2018

two H-Track accessory mounts and plenty of cargo space to stash all your gear. Compact yet stable, this kayak can easily be car-topped while still being steady enough to stand on. Make it your own. Plenty of

MirageDrive Classic is standard equipment. The Classic Drive is our non-GT drive with ST fins. Both of our newer MirageDrive versions, the GT and the MD180, fit in the well if you want to upgrade, and

SPECIFICATIONS Hull Length �� 3.2m (10’6”) Width ��0.86m (34”) Capacity ��147kg (325lb) Fitted Weight ��29kg (65lb) Full Rigged Weight ��34kg (75lb)

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Tackle World Exmouth (08) 9949 1315 Exmouth Tackle & Camping Supplies (08) 9949 1179

BUSSELTON 2 Oceans Tackle (08) 9752 4924 Geographe Camping & Tackle World (08) 9754 2909

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Apache Charters South Fremantle (08) 9339 2432 West End Charters Winthrop WA 6150 (08) 9332 4303 Blue Juice Charters (08) 9401 4666 Mills Charters Hillarys (08) 9246 5334 Achievement Charters Fremantle 0418 655 188 Port Bouvard Charters Wannanup 0477 347 465 Blue Horizon Fishing Charters Exmouth 08) 9949 1620 Fly Fishing Frontiers Exmouth 0427 366 142 Top Gun Charters EXMOUTH 0418 925 131 Diversity Bluewater Adventures Exmouth Exmouth 0488 009 989 Set The Hook Exmouth 0433 049 988 Esperance Diving And Fishing Esperance (08) 9071 5111 Duke Charters Condingup (08) 9076 6223 Black Jack Charters Bandy Creek 0429 106 960 Spinners Charters Emu Point (08) 9844 1906 Great Southern Discovery Albany 0455 105 127 SHIKARI Charters Fremantle 0412 131 958 Evolution Fishing Charters 0477 901 445 Kalbarri land Based fishing Carters 0418930695 Tailored Treks - Lancelin 0427 941 126 Perth Fishing Safaris 0422 686 363

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Pinjarra Caravan Park Mandurah (08) 9531 1374 Belvedere Caravan Park Mandurah (08) 9535 1213 The Dwellingup Chalet and Caravan Park (08) 9538 1157 Waroona Caravan Village (08) 9733 1518 Timber Top Caravan Park (08) 9535 1292 Lake Clifton Caravan Park (08) 9739 1255 Miami Holiday Park (08) 9534 2127 Peel Caravan Park (08) 9535 4343 Lake Navarino Holiday Park (08) 9733 3000 Estuary Hideaway Holiday Park 0407 838 061 Pinjarrah Holiday Park (08) 9531 1604 Waters Edge Caravan Park 0427 281 622 Mandurah Ocean Marina Chalets (08) 9535 8173 Footprints Preston Beach (08) 9739 1111

MOORE RIVER – LANCELIN – CERVANTES Guilderton Caravan Park (08) 9577 1021 Branchys Holiday Homes Guilderton (08) 9577 1321

JURIEN BAY – GREEN HEAD – LEEMAN Jurien Bay Tourist Park Jurien Bay (08) 9652 1595 Green Head Caravan Park Green Head (08) 9953 1131 Leeman Caravan Park Leeman (08) 9953 1080

DONGARA – GERALDTON Seaspray Beach Holiday Park Dongara (08) 9927 1165 Leander Reef Holiday Park Port Denison (08) 9927 1840 Port Denison Holiday Units (08) 9927 1104 Double Beach Caravan Park (08) 9921 5845 Batavia Coast Caravan Park (08) 9938 1222 Horrocks Beach Caravan Park (08) 9934 3039

This section in WA Fishing Monthly consolidates the trades and services in your area that are relevant to your fishing and boating. Whether you’re a local looking for more options or a travelling angler fishing around the state, this guide will direct you to reputable businesses in the area you’re searching. 48

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Boats & Guided Fishing Tours Directory KALBARRI Murchison River Caravan Park Kalbarri (08) 9937 1005 Kalbarri Anchorage Caravan Park Kalbarri (08) 9937 1181 Murchison House Station Kalbarri (08) 9937 1998 Kalbarri Beach Bungalows A & B Kalbarri (08) 9937 0400 Murchison caravan park Kalbarri (08) 9937 0400 Kalbarri Blue Ocean Villas Kalbarri (08) 9937 2442

BOATS Aquasports Marine Midvale (08) 9250 3339

SHARK BAY Denham Seaside Caravan Park, (08) 9948 1242 Shark Bay Caravan Park (08) 9948 1387 Oceanside Village Denham Shark Bay (08) 9948 3003 Bay Lodge Denham Shark Bay WA (08) 9948 1278 RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort (08) 9948 1320

CARNARVON Wintersun Caravan and Tourist Park (08) 9941 8150 Capricorn Holiday Park (08) 9941 8153 Outback Oasis Caravan Park (08) 9941 1439 Carnarvon Caravan Park (08) 9941 8101 Norwesta Lifestyle Park (08) 9941 1277 Coral Coast Tourist Park (08) 9941 1438

CORAL BAY Peoples Park (08) 9942 5933 Bayview Coral Bay (08) 9385 6655 Ningaloo Club (08) 9948 5100 Ningaloo Reef Resort (08) 9942 5934

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MARINE ACCESSORIES Challenge Batteries Osborne Park (08) 9446 6122 JPW Marine Wholesale Distributors Perth (08) 6253 3000 Whitworths Marine & Leisure - Leerderville (08) 9381 1442 Crackpots Marine Supplies O’Connor (08) 9337 2211 Hydrowave – www.hydrowaveaustralia.com

Ningaloo Lighthouse Holiday Park (08) 9949 1478 Yardie Homestead Caravan Park (08) 9949 1389 Ningaloo Caravan and Holiday Resort (08) 9949 2377 Exmouth Escape Resort (08) 9949 4800 Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort, Exmouth (08) 9949 0000

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PORT HEDLAND Discovery Parks Port Hedland (08) 9173 1271 Port Tourist Park Port Hedland (08) 9172 4111 Blackrock Tourist Park South Hedland (08) 9172 3444 Landing Resort Port Hedland (08) 9172 4111

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MARINE TRIMMERS The Trim Shop (08) 9430 5332 Mason Marine Trimmers O’Connor 0418 923 787 John’s Motor Trimmers Auto & Marine Upholstery Welshpool (08) 9470 5531 Waters Edge Marine Trimmers Leeming 0412 204 085 G.K. Trimmers Canning Vale (08) 9455 7144 Prestige Marine Trimmers Perth (08) 9303 9536 McCarroll Motor & Marine Trimmers Osborne Park (08) 9244 1449 Exclusive Marine Trimming & Upholstery O’Connor (08) 9314 6882 Universal Marine & Automotive Upholstery O’Connor 08) 9314 1770 John’s mobile trimmers Jandakot (08) 9417 4414 Cutting Edge Marine Trimming O’Connor 0432 062 834 Mandurah Motor Trimmers Greenfields (08) 9581 8180

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KUNUNURRA Town Caravan Park (08) 9168 1763 Wyndham Caravan Park (08) 9161 1064 Lake Argyle Caravan Park (08) 9168 7777 Discovery Parks - Lake Kununurra (08) 9168 1031 Ivanhoe Village Caravan Resort (08) 9169 1995 Lake Argyle Resort (08) 9168 7777 Hidden Valley Caravan Park (08) 9168 1790 Kununurra Lakeside Resort (08) 9169 1092 El Questro Wilderness Park 1800 837 168 Kona Lakeside Caravan Park (08) 9161 1139

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WHAT’S NEW BOATING RAYMARINE LIGHTHOUSE UPDATE 1

RAILBLAZA TRACWEDGE

New LightHouse Annapolis 3.9 operating system unlocks new features and functionality for Raymarine MFDs. As with every Raymarine LightHouse operating system update, downloads are free and easy at http://www.raymarine. com/multifunction-displays/lighthouse3/. ClearCruise Augmented Reality (AR) is now supported on FLIR M132 and M232 thermal camera systems. Day or night, AR shows you valuable identification data for navigation aids, AIS contacts and waypoints. The AR display even updates automatically to work with the pan and digital zoom capabilities of the M232 for true 360° viewing. ClearCruise AR is only available on Axiom MFDs. The RealBathy feature lets you build detailed bathymetric charts in real-time, and Annapolis 3.9 now supports intuitive pinch-to-zoom touchscreen control as well as touch-and-drag range shift. There’s also Yamaha Command Link Plus Integration. www.raymarine.com

The Railblaza TracWedge enables the easy installation of StarPorts and SidePorts into the gunwale tracks on most aluminium boat brands in Australia under 4m. There is no drilling of holes required, and ports can be moved easily. The TracWedge fits gunwale channels on Quintrex, Stacer, Savage, Stessl, Stessco and Sea Jay open boats. There are two models available, the StarPort (#03-4127-11) and SidePort (#03-4126-11). They receive all Railblaza accessories, including rod holders, drink holders, navigation lights, fish finders and baitboards. It keeps your boat tidy and free of clutter, and are easily moved to a new position along the gunwale. For more information on these and other boat/kayak mounting products, visit the Railblaza website. www.railblaza.com

ROKK WIRELESS CHARGER

Scanstrut has released the world’s first 12/24V waterproof wireless charger range – the ROKK Wireless. The IPX6 waterproof 12/24V Qi certified waterproof wireless charging range enables charging for the outdoor environment, without the need for phone charging cables. Designed from the ground up, this is the world’s first waterproof wireless charge system created specifically for use on board, with the unique technology housed in an IPX6, fully encapsulated and sealed unit. Working directly with 12/24V systems, ROKK Wireless is ideal for life on the move and is perfect for boats and caravans. It’s easy to install anywhere you need your phone, either indoors or outdoors. No more wires. Exceeding the latest and highest standards of the Qi wireless protocol, ROKK Wireless is independently certified to deliver ultra-safe charging anywhere on board. www.scanstrut.com

NEW FUSION AMPLIFIERS

Fusion has released two new additions to its industry-leading range of marine audio entertainment products, the Signature Series 6-channel and 8-channel class-D marine amplifiers. These new 6-channel 1500W and 8-channel 2000 W amplifiers deliver an impressive power rating and are designed to suit all audio installation requirements. These powerful amplifiers are built with Class-D amplification for higher efficiency and output, a rigid aluminium heat sink, a subsonic filter, variable low and high pass crossover filters, and are 2 Ohm stereo stable and include variable bass boost, behind a stainless-steel front panel with a mirror finish. Ensuring low current draw from the battery while delivering increased power, the efficient design makes it suit any boating environment. Carrying Fusion’s True-Marine accreditation, these amplifiers are protected by a 3-year warranty. Fusion has also laughed a high quality, corrosion-resistant range of RCA cables and connectors. www.fusionentertainment.com 52

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MASTERVOLT MAC PLUS SERIES

PRODUCT GUIDE

Charging the service batteries on your boat can be challenging. Recharging tends to take a long time and batteries may not receive a full charge. Smart alternators and start/stop systems make the problem even worse. Traditionally, a service battery is linked to the starter battery by means of a charge relay. The starter battery is located close to the alternator and receives most of the charge current. However, the service battery is usually further away. Long cables cause voltage drop, leading to slow charging, failing appliances and reduced battery life. Modern engines have smart alternators which provide a variable voltage; after a brief charging period, voltage is reduced and the charging stops. Furthermore, the energy produced by regenerative braking leads to voltage peaks. Service batteries coupled in the traditional way will receive hardly any charge and may be damaged by the peak voltages. Mastervolt Mac Plus DC-DC chargers, available in 12V or 24V, monitor the service battery and compensate the voltage loss. The 3-step charge method ensures a quick and safe charge. Moreover, by stabilising the charge voltage, the service battery and sensitive equipment are protected. Price: SRP $1079 www.bla.com.au

HUTCHWILCO 170N PFD

The new Hutchwilco 170N inflatable lifejacket (#BASC0170) features ARS technology (Advanced Roll Over System) with a 170N asymmetric bladder for superior self-righting and head-up support. The new higher spec version of the inflatable which has a 170N interlock bladder partnered with a UML Pro-Sensor indicator inflator mechanism. It has a indicator window to show you that your jacket is good to go. The 170N lifejacket somes with stainless steel adjustment system and D ring. The outer cover has a soft neoprene neck for more comfort, plus a mesh back for improved fit and comfort, and an integral crotch strap with stowage pouch. It also features a spray hood in both models, a burst zip closure and quality 50mm webbing. One size fits most adults, and it comes in navy/black. Price: SRP $149 www.hutchwilco.co.nz

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Bar Crusher 615BR with Suzuki 150HP 4-stroke - SC

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Main: Is there anything better than a brilliant day on Port Phillip Bay, a Bar Crusher and 150 Suzuki horses pushing you along? Above: The 615BR is Bar Crusher’s first foray into a multi-purpose craft, although Matt Urzia will always find a way to fish in it. At rest the Gen 2 hull’s ballast tank takes on hundreds of litres of water and sinks the chines deeper to offer improved stability at rest. extra weight around. “A lot of our customers want to go out or come home in rough conditions, and the Gen 2 hull lets them do that with maximum levels of comfort,” Pete explained. If you’re thinking that the 615BR lacks some of its siblings’ fishing chops, you’d be mistaken. The bow riding section has removable cushions and a drop-in deck infill that makes the whole

RPM........ Speed.(km/h)....... Economy.(km/L) 1000 ........................... 3 ............................ 4.0 2000........................... 7 ............................ 2.8 3000......................... 11 ............................ 1.9 3700 ......................... 34 ............................ 2.3 4000......................... 38 ............................ 2.1 5000......................... 53 ............................ 1.6 6000......................... 66 ............................ 1.2 JUNE 2019

coupled with their BarCatch system, it’s a foolproof as possible to launch and retrieve these rigs, even if you’re boating alone. Packages with the 615BR start from high $60K, and as tested, this rig weighed in around the mid $80K mark. For more information, get in touch with your nearest Bar

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It’s not often you get the head of a company to come out on a boat test, but Bar Crusher’s Peter Cleland showed up at the Launching Way ramp with their first foray into a multi-purpose boat in tow, the 615 BR (bow rider). When questioned about the genesis of the craft, Peter said they wanted to design a fishing weapon that the family could also go out on, to enjoy a bit of fun with some towsports. “We stand at a lot of boat shows talking to people, and this design came from that,” he said. Built on Bar Crusher’s well proven Gen 2 hull, it features a ‘delta flare’, which is like an old style planing plank on a glass boat that gets the boat onto the plane quickly. The chines are wider than their original hulls to deflect more water downwards and the passive water ballast system reduces buoyancy at rest, dropping the chines further into the water and improving stability. When the boat takes off, this water dumps out quickly and you’re not carrying the

ride for when conditions get a little nasty. Performance-wise, the 150hp Suzuki displayed the economy that they’re known for, delivering 2.3km/L at 3,700rpm and 34km/h. Drop the hammers and she got up to 66km/h at 6,000rpm at nearly half the economy, 1.2km/L. This rig

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for’ard section a flat casting deck. You can easily add a bow-mounted trolling motor to make this a boat that can easily sneak around any part of the country to cast lures in. The rear cockpit is similarly transformable. Pull out the ski pole and add a bait board to turn this into a classic snapper rig – complete with the windlass up front to pull the anchor for you. Importantly, there’s family-friendly shade, places to sit, and the ability to get in and out of this boat while on the water, which is all that most of us need to have a good time. Well, maybe that, and a donut to tow the kids around on. We particularly like the generous dash space in Bar Crushers that allow flush

mounting of electronics, and that these are viewable from the cockpit easily. With the addition of the soft top, bow cover and clears you get a pseudo-cabin style feel and

Length...................................................... 6.15m Beam........................................................2.25m Bottom.sheet ............................................4mm Side.sheets................................................4mm Fuel ............................................................ 140L Min.HP ......................................................... 115 Max.HP ........................................................ 150 Height.on.trailer ...................................... 2.15m Fuel ............................................................ 140L demonstrably likes cruising economically at the lower end of the planing speeds. Finally, Bar Crushers supplied from the factory are matched with Victorian built EasyTow trailers and,

Crusher dealer. You can find where your local dealer is by visiting www.barcrusher. com.au or contact Aquasports Marine on 9250 3339 or check out their website www. aquasportsmarine.com.au.

Suzukis are notoriously economical. This 150hp and 6m+ boat delivered 2.3km/L at 34km/h and 3,700rpm, and a 66km/h top end speed.

Inset and above: The Bar Crusher team is always looking at clever ways of using space. The under seat tackle storage here is just one of their additions.

Top: The bait board is simple with a removable Teflon insert. You can swap it out for a ski pole for the watersports days. Above: There’s always plenty of space on a Bar Crusher helm for all of your electronics, so size isn’t an issue.

Bar Crusher’s solution to a rear bench is solid and reliable. It’s simple to deploy and has a smooth finish while stowed.

There is a distinct separation between the front deck and the anchor well, and hopefully no salt water makes its way into your cocktails.

With a bow area covered and locked down, the cockpit is quite sheltered. There are plenty of places to hang onto, which your passengers will appreciate.

If you’re headed off for a weekend of camping there’s plenty of space under the bow cover to stow camping gear.

All of these deck cushions remove to turn the 615 into a fishing platform. Leave the cushions in and remove the centre infill and it’s a lounge.

The 140L fuel tank gives a theoretical range at best economy of over 250km.

Add a bow-mounted electric motor here to really take advantage of the for’ard casting deck.

The slide-in transom door is as simple is it gets.

All this bait tank needs to work is a functioning water pump. It self levels and drains straight onto the duckboard. JUNE 2019

Stessco Skipper 449 with Yamaha F50hp 4-stroke - SC

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it on one of the Stessco trailers built by Dunbier, the warranty is extended to two years. Obviously, the Stessco guys recommend sitting these boats on these purpose-built trailers, and anyone who’s owned a boat for a long time will preach the benefits of having a trailer that’s actually built for the vessel it supports. WALKTHROUGH Before we dropped this rig in the water and pounded it through some Pumicestone Passage chop, I did the usual preliminary walkthrough to see

SPECIFICATIONS Length..................................................... 4620mm Beam ...................................................... 2100mm Depth ........................................................ 925mm Bottom Sides ............................................... 3mm Top Sides ...................................................... 3mm Max hp .............................................................. 50 Max transom weight...................................165kg Transom Height............................................... 20” Max people......................................................... 4 Base boat hull weight .................................308kg 58

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what we were looking at. Even though I am someone who fishes very specifically, this general boating and fishing rig really impressed me with little pieces of convenience that would add up to a more comfortable day on the water. The transom was an open design, meaning access to tanks, fuel filters and batteries would be very easy, but despite being open it stayed very dry, even in the lumpy conditions we experienced later on. The enormous splash well also helped to keep everything dry and comfortable for those sitting at the back of the boat. There was a mountain of workspace behind the cockpit, which would be perfect for restless kids (or adults) waiting for their next bite, and a drop-in style bench seat in the rear of the work space is a great piece of ingenuity. A user can go from seating two people to four people comfortabley by just dropping this apparatus in; of course without it there is even more storage space

behind the cockpit! The high windscreen ensured the ride was incredibly dry, and neatly mounted electronics kept everything simple and clean. The soft top bimini is just another way to make it more comfortable for those on-board, without complicating the design in

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Main: The smooth, dry ride was a huge plus in the Skipper, especially with a little chop around. Above: The F50hp delivered excellent economy and Yamaha’s trademark quietness.

Stessco have always been a dominant name in the boating scene in Australia, and it’s easy to see why. Their range of hulls alone makes them stand out from the pack, and their application-specific designs really endear them to anglers. What tends to be forgotten about is the fantastic range of runabouts for general boating and fishing that Stessco also produces, and when powered by a reliable engine and sat on a trailer from a trusted brand, they’re perfect for entry-level boaters. On this blustery autumn day in South East Queensland, we met up with The team from Stessco and Will Lee from Yamaha to test out a few boats, and here we will examine the 449 Skipper, powered by a Yamaha F50hp. SOME INFO The 449 is the second largest of the four boats in the Skipper series, and being a ‘standard’ or ‘entrylevel’ boat within the Stessco range, it comes with a 12 month structural warranty. If the buyer chooses to sit

any way, and definitely a plus when relaxing on a boat in the skin cancer capital of the world! ON THE WATER Climbing into the boat was easy, and users of all ages and abilities will appreciate having the luxury to enter this boat from both the rear by the platform via a ladder on the transom or by the split windscreen over the front. On the water this boat performed exactly as promised: a dry and comfortable ride, with the smooth purr of a 4-stroke at the rear. Even in 10-15 knot southeasterly winds the ride never got uncomfortable, even with four adults aboard, three of whom were holding expensive camera gear! As the performance statistics show, the economy you can get from the Yamaha’s F50hp is nothing short of exceptional, but as with most boats, WOT isn’t the best way to save on fuel. The sweet spot of 4,500rpm delivered great economy at 3.9km/L, and a comfortable speed of 37km/h,

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which would get you across any dam or bay in no time. Needless to say, this rig could get offshore on the right day if fitted out correctly, however this boat is much more at home in sheltered waters like dams, bays, rivers and creeks. There are better boats for offshore fishing in the Stessco range. FINAL THOUGHTS As I mentioned before, I look for boats designed for a specific purpose, but despite this bias, I really appreciated how simple and easy to use everything in this boat was. Any entry-level boater would be looking for a boat/motor/ trailer package that is simple, comfortable and user-friendly, and the Skipper 449 ticks all these boxes. With a price around the mid-$20K mark, this is another reason why the Skipper is the perfect way to get into boating. For mor info about any boats in the Stessco range, visit www.stessco.com.au, or find them on Facebook or Instagram at ‘Stessco’.

Simple, but not unattractive. The 449 is a great-looking boat that isn’t going to strain your bank account too much.

The 449 manages to provide an incredible amount of storage space without heaps of hatches, while still managing to keep everything dry for the most part.

The Yamaha F50hp is as economic as it is attractive.

A basic sounder mounted in a simple fashion was very much in tune with the rest of the boat.

A simple anchor well up the front is accessible, and uncomplicated, just like everything else in the boat.

The drop-in style bench seat was a great feature for this simple rig, and means it can go from seating two to four people very easily.

The 449 had no worries getting onto the plane, and even with four aboard and equipment, you could still cruise economically to your fishing/relaxation spot.

The battery box in the rear corner stayed dry, but was also within easy reach should anything need attention while out on the water.

Having the right trailer for the job can only be a good thing, and in this case, it doubles the structural warranty!

Once again, a simple transom makes for easy maintenance and entry to the boat without compromising the finish of the boat. JUNE 2019