Hi there I’ve decide to write this article on snapper fishing in the shallows to try and help out the fellow fisherman. Falling in love with lure fishing some 5 years ago I have been on a steep learning curve since and expect will continue for a long time to come. I have been lucky […] The post Snapper Fishing in the Shallows with Soft Plastics by...

So you want to catch a Mangrove Jack? This is just some basic tips I have been taught learnt and watch others do to become successful at landing that elusive Mangrove Jack. I’m by far no expert but hopefully we can get you on the right track to land one of these Red Devils in […] The post Mangrove Jack Fishing Techniques by Robbie Rayner appeared...

General Information The iconic Barramundi (Lates calcarifer) has been stocked in freshwater impoundments in Queensland for many years now beginning in 1985 I believe at Lake Tinaroo near Atherton from where a fish weighing 45kg has been recorded. In recent times other impoundments like Lake Awoonga and Lake Monduran have produced incredible number...

Introduction Shark fishing has long been a recreational activity along the Queensland Coast. From the fifties when Bob Dyer was catching record Tigers off Cape Moreton to the current crop of pier/land-based enthusiasts all manner of species and weights have been achieved. Thankfully catch and release fishing has caught on in the past couple of […]...

By Cameron Hope I started fishing about 5 years ago and I’ve always been a bait fisherman possibly because I’m extremely lazy. Chuck some squid out on a hook sit back relax and hope some unlucky fish swims past and eats what you are offering. It works which is why a lot of people do […] The post Fishing for Dummies – Soft Plastics appeared first o...

Why are people drawn to Jetty Fishing or Pier Fishing? Most structures like a Jetty or Pier can be fished when the winds are up the clouds have moved in or when you have no other option than to be land based. Jetties and Piers are like an Artificial Reef for the hundreds of different […] The post Jetty Fishing Basics appeared first on Tackle Land....

The Gold Coast delivered perfect weather conditions for the Garmin Blue Marlin Classic. With 30 boats and 120 anglers competing Watchdog took the prize for 'Heaviest Fish Other Species' raising a 20.3kg Mahi Mahi and 'Champion Female Angler' Runner Up. A fantastic crew and enthusiastic anglers made for the perfect weekend.

Not a lot of fish today but some good quality Sampson fish hitting the deck. These fish fight hard and are one of the toughest fighting fish pound for pound. Cheers lads great fight...29/10/2016

A mixed bag of reef fish hitting the deck today including Snapper Pearl Perch Venus Tuskfish and Maori Cod - Great birthday for one of our lucky customers well done lads!! Message from our lovely customer who organised the charter " Just wanted to send you an email to say the boys had an awesome day yesterday couldn't wipe the smile off my boyfrie...

The lads had a blast on our last charter out of Manly raising these two beautiful pearls amongst many other quality reef fish. Watchdog is now based on the Gold Coast and is ready to smash the black and blue marlin mahi mahi wahoo tuna and mackerel during the summer months. The Watchdog's new gun crew are excited and can't wait to have you on boar...

A great day on the water for #Watchdog raising our first black marlin of the season. Lots of fun and safely released. Thanks to our wonderful crew for making it another special day! 21/12/2016

Another epic day on Watchdog raising another black marlin which was released safely. The Watchdog Crew would like to wish Tim a very happy birthday...we're glad we could help you celebrate mate... what a great bunch of lads. As always thanks to our awesome crew Lockie and Cheyne for making the day special in such average conditions 22/12/2016 👍🏼...

Another great shot from the archive box of a Hotshot Charters adventure! As you can see children are more than welcome on our charters and love their experience with us! The post Children Welcome appeared first on HotShot Charters.

Black marlin fishing off the Gold Coast of Australia in HotShot’s new back yard. The post Video: Black Marlin fishing on the Gold Coast appeared first on HotShot Charters.

Gold Coast marlin fishing report from 26 of February – it was a great day out with Hotshot Fishing Charters today – blue marlin fishing off the Gold Coast we went 2 from 3 blue marlin in the 250lb range.... The post Gold Coast Marlin Fishing Report 26 Feb appeared first on HotShot Charters.

So 2016 Cairns Black Marlin Season has come to end. As we store away the heavy tackle gear and give the girl a well deserved cleaning and some well earned TLC we’d  like to also take the time to thank... The post Cairns 2016 Black Marlin Season appeared first on HotShot Charters.

Monthly Share Charter Marlin Fishing As we roll into 2017 Hotshot has started a monthly share Charter. If you have ever wanted to get a chance to go Marlin Fishing off of the beautiful waters of the Gold Coast here now is your... The post Marlin Fishing Share Charter off the Gold Coast appeared first on HotShot Charters.

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//www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wk-VDhWJvoM Testing the prototype lures from the new Nomad Design lure range with AFN fishing and outdoors TV show at Pandora Reefs.