Bush 'n Beach Fishing mag

Withstand sun, wind and water with BlackWolf’s new Sombra Shelter

RENOWNED for engineering some of the world’s most durable and reliable camping gear, BlackWolf is proud to be launching the Sombra Shelter – built to last, adventure after adventure. With a heavy-duty canopy that boasts a UPF 50+ sun protection rating, BlackWolf’s latest innovation offers much-needed shade under the harsh Aussie sun, and even shelter in unpredictable conditions. While the …

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Understanding the impact of recreational fishing

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A NEW survey launched today will help build a better understanding of the demographics, attitudes and social and economic contribution of Australian recreational fishers. Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources Senator Richard Colbeck said the survey would provide a clearer picture of one of Australia’s most loved past times. “Recreational fishing ranges from families taking their kids fishing once …

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Fulcrum has the answer

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FULCRUM Suspensions, also known as the ‘Suspension Specialists’, aims to provide you with the highest-quality suspension service and best available product range. Diagnosing your car with both highly experienced technicians and the latest suspension technology, our team is dedicated to always giving you the best suspension solutions suited for your vehicle. Fulcrum Suspensions recently launched its new eCommerce website where …

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Huge Evakool range on display at 4×4 Show

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EVAKOOL, based in Queensland, is both a manufacturer and distributor of an extensive range of caravan and camping fridges, iceboxes and ancillary products. Evakool is a wholly owned Australia company based on the Sunshine Coast with representation throughout Australia. Founded in 1994, the company was established to manufacture fibreglass iceboxes for the recreational fishing industry and has over the years …

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Not knowing Queensland fishing rules results in $4000 fine

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FISHERS are being urged to make sure they know the Queensland fishing rules after five Sunshine Coast fishers were recently fined a total of $4000 for taking undersized fish. Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner said Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol officers found the fishers with 150 undersize fish on Chambers Island in the Maroochy River on …

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Buy online and win with the 2019 National 4×4 Outdoors Show Fishing & Boating Expo

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TICKETS are on sale now for the 2019 National 4×4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo at the Brisbane Showgrounds from April 5-7. Queensland’s premier outdoors lifestyle exhibition, the 2019 edition, is set to be the best yet with a huge array of exhibitors, attractions and special guests. Pre-purchasing tickets online comes with many perks, including an automatic entry to …

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New fisheries laws mean stronger compliance on the Sunshine Coast

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NEW fisheries laws passed by the Queensland Government mean Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol officers will have increased powers to crack down on black market fishers. Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner said making sure fishers followed the rules was critical to maintaining fish stocks. “Our reforms are a crucial step in building a legacy of a …

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If the price is a steal, it may well be

IF THE PRICE IS A STEAL - IT MAY WELL BE

COUNTLESS times, specialist marine insurers like Nautilus Marine have saved well-meaning boat buyers from making very, very expensive mistakes. And it’s just another reason why it is always prudent to contact a marine insurer to get an estimate of how much it is going to cost to properly insure a particular boat before finalising the purchase. Even more so if …

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TT Lures NedlockZ – new colours

TT Lures NedlockZ Jigheads

WITH the growing popularity of the Ned Rig in Australia, a finesse technique that has exploded in popularity in the US, the TT Lures NedlockZ, ‘mushroom’-style stand-up jig head is now available in two new colours: Chartreuse and Orange. Originally available in Black and Green Pumpkin colours, anglers were looking for a couple of strike-trigger colours, with both Chartreuse and …

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Fishal recognition technology helps monitor commercial catches

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CUTTING-edge technology including fish image (fishal) recognition is being used to automatically collect information on commercial fishing in ground-breaking research funded by the Queensland Government. Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner said the feasibility stage of the Advance Queensland Small Business Innovation Research program had produced promising results. “The two successful applicants Anchor Lab and Fish-e have …

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