Issue 1, December 1995

Tasmania - Eastern Aust.

Trevor Hawkins - Angling Arts-one of Australia’s foremost angling artists and illustrators
www.trevorhawkins.com.au

Issue 1, December 1995

Where are those Tamar River snapper?

A family tradition of fishing on the Tamar River has given Steve Suitor an intimate knowledge of favourite haunts for many species. This article throws some light on the infamous Tamar River snapper.

Tamar River has much to offer at Beauty Point

Andrew Hart and Damon Sherriff discuss the fun that can be had from a wharf

Stanley â€“ where the Warehou arenâ€™t mentioned and the Trevally are tempting

North â€“ west coast angling identity Brian Cadle tells how to catch the elusive snotty trevally, trevally or warehou (depending where you are from)

Port Sorell â€“ ideal for fishing and family this summer

Whiting are often plentiful at Port Sorell over the summer months. Vance Murphy explains some techniques that will help catch these delicious fish. Situated half way between the mouth of the Tamar River and Devonport, Port Sorell is idea for family holidays.

Luderick available to those who search

After a column I ran in the Sunday Examiner some time ago soliciting information regarding Luderick, it appears that the population in Tasmania is excellent. It was also quite evident that not many Tasmanian natives actually fish for them.

Lofty's techniques to improve your catch rates

Greg "Lofty" Hynes shares some of his time proven techniques.

Larger flathead beat their smaller relatives to luresâ€¦

An age old problem with flathead has been, when the small fish intercept the bait before their larger relatives have a chance to get to it
Michael Bok explains how lures catch the big ones

Fly fishing for Flathead with your trout gear

Solitude can be compete when wading a peaceful sand or mud flat, gently fishing through gutters, around weed beds and along coloured water lines. Doing it with fly tackle makes the outing all the more enjoyable, and just as productive!

Care and choice of line can be the key to success

Line is normally treated with contempt when it tangles breaks or fails, the fine is often blamed. Here are a few tips to improve your â€˜luckâ€™.

Australian salmon â€“ exploding the myths

The Australian salmon needs little introduction to beach fisherman along the southern coastline of out continent. Sought by recreational fisherman because of its fighting qualities, salmon are also a significant commercial fish extending along the southern coastline from Sydney in the east to Perth in the west.

Attracting fish could be at the cat's expense

Berley can make the difference between a good catch and no catch, it may be at the expense of the cat though. Steven Bax explains how.

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