Australian Lure Fishing
762 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThree times per week Australia's most successful lure fishermen share their secrets for catching Australia's iconic sports species.
The Australian Lure Fishing Podcast (ALF) is on a mission to help everyday fishermen experience better fishing than they could ever have imagined. Host Greg "Doc Lures" Vinall hand picks the cream of Aussie fishermen and presses them to give up the tips that matter.
It's no fluff, no nonsense, top notch fishing info. Stuff you can put into action and get immediate results, no matter whether you're targeting barra or bass, trout of tuna.
Subscribe now and watch your fishing results improve dramatically!
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Mastering Eucumbene Trout With Nick Reay
June 17, 2024 00:50 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBJoin us in this episode of the Australian Lure Fishing podcast as we chat with expert angler Nick Reay about trout fishing in the pristine waters of Lake Eucumbene. Nick shares his top tips and techniques for using three key lure types: metals, soft plastics, and suspending jerkbaits. Metals: Nick explains how to effectively use metal lures, emphasizing the importance of varying depths and retrieval speeds. Soft Plastics: Discover the versatility of soft plastics as Nick discusses casti...
Brisbane Squid Fishing Masterclass With Peter Herbst
June 09, 2024 20:43 - 42 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast, we explore the exciting world of squid fishing in Brisbane with our expert guest, Peter Herbst. Discover the essential gear, top fishing spots, and effective techniques to enhance your squid fishing experience. Key Highlights: Essential Gear: Learn about the best rods, reels, and jigs for squid fishing. Finding Squid: Discover the prime habitat for aquid that can be accessed from land or boat. Techniques and Tips: Master the art ...
Secrets of Fishing Lake Dartmouth for Trout
June 04, 2024 22:39 - 54 minutes - 44.1 MBJoin us for an in-depth exploration of trout fishing at Lake Dartmouth (Dartmouth Dam) with our special guest, Matt Mildren. Matt, an experienced angler who frequently fishes the lake, shares invaluable insights and practical tips for targeting both brown and rainbow trout. In this episode, we dive into the best times and places to fish, breaking down the seasonal patterns and specific locations that yield the best results. Matt explains how to use various techniques, from trolling with Ta...
Fishing At Forster: 5 Top Spots With Luke Austin
May 19, 2024 21:38 - 54 minutes - 35.9 MBIn this episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast, we dive deep into the brilliant fishing opportunities at Forster-Tuncurry with expert insights from Luke Austin of Great Lakes Tackle. This picturesque location is a year-round haven for anglers of all levels, offering diverse spots for land-based, kayak, and boat fishing. We start at the iconic breakwall, where a variety of species can be targeted throughout the year. Learn the best tactics for catching brim, Jewfish, and flathead, a...
Coral Sea Fishing Madness: Dogtooth Tuna With Luke Griffiths
May 12, 2024 20:29 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this interview we tackle the pulse-raising world of dogtooth tuna fishing in the Coral Sea. With guest Luke Griffiths from Quest Angling Expeditions we'll delve deep into expert strategies, the best tackle to use, and how to identify the most promising spots in this vast and dynamic region. Like all ALF episodes, this one is packed with practical tips and detailed insights to help you target one of the ocean's most formidable opponents. We'll explore everything from selecting the right ...
Fishing at Sussex Inlet: Monster Flathead With Nathan Bilsborough
May 07, 2024 19:40 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBJoin me as I explore the art of targeting trophy flathead at Sussex Inlet. In this episode, I chat with Nathan Bilsborough, a seasoned angler with deep family roots in the area, to uncover the secrets of using lures to snag these elusive crocs in one of New South Wales' most scenic and challenging fishing spots. Nathan shares a lifetime of insights and tips, from understanding the unique tidal movements at Sussex Inlet—a key factor that affects flathead behavior—to selecting the perfect sp...
[REPOST] Secrets Of Brisbane River Jewfish With Peter Herbst
May 06, 2024 20:13 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBJoin us on the Australian Lure Fishing podcast as we dive back into episode 117 with Southeast Queensland angler Peter Herbst, who expertly guides us through targeting Mulloway Jewfish in the Brisbane River. Whether you’re a Brisbane local or visiting angler, this episode offers a treasure trove of insights that turn every cast into a potential catch. Peter shares essential techniques, from choosing the right gear to interpreting river conditions for optimal results. Discover the effective...
Unveiling the Secrets of Tuggerah Lake Fishing: Bream With Adam Amos
May 06, 2024 01:35 - 43 minutes - 37 MBJoin us on the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast as we explore the secrets of successful bream fishing with lures at Tuggerah Lake, NSW. In this episode, host Andrew Death sits down with Adam Amos, a seasoned lure fisher and tournament champion, to delve into the techniques that have brought him success on these waters. Adam shares his expert tips on choosing the right lures for different conditions, the best casting and retrieval methods, and how to read the lake's unique environment to fi...
Extreme GT Fishing The Whitsundays Area With Jack Avery
April 28, 2024 20:31 - 44 minutes - 33.5 MBIn today's Australian Lure Fishing podcast episode I delve into the world of GT fishing in the Whitsundays. In this session, I'm joined by Jack Avery, a seasoned angler with a decade of experience targeting Giant Trevally in this iconic region. Discover the secrets to locating and landing these powerful fish as Jack shares his expert insights on the best fishing spots, ideal conditions, and most effective techniques for GT fishing in the Whitsundays. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a nov...
[Repost] Demystifying Hawkesbury River Jewfish With Dan Selby
April 25, 2024 02:29 - 35 minutes - 28.9 MB[Repost] The Hawkesbury is a massive estuary system within easy reach of Sydney and offers some pretty amazing fishing. The plethora of natural structure that holds jewfish means anglers have no shortage of options for getting onto this prime sportfish. Dan Selby of Sydney Sportfishing Adventures has been taking clients onto the Hawkesbury in search of jewfish for nine years - and he's seen and caught a lot of jew in that time. In Episode 88 he unloads a ton of great tips about finding f...
Melbourne Trout Fishing Secrets with Julian Congues Straub
April 23, 2024 21:36 - 43 minutes - 28.6 MBJoin us as I explore the art of trout fishing with the young and enthusiastic Julian Congues Straub. At just 17, Julian has over a decade of experience fishing the small streams of Victoria's Dandenong area. In this episode, he shares a wealth of knowledge from stream navigation to lure fishing technique. Julian talks about the streams close to his home where he's fished for quality brown and rainbow trout for over a decade. His knowledge and experience on finding trout and knowing just ho...
Jigging Jewels: Saddletail Snapper Hotspots In The Sir Edward Pellew Islands Area
April 21, 2024 22:04 - 52 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast, I sit down with Top End angler Brad Inglis to dissect the art of jig fishing for saddletail snapper (nannygai) in the Sir Edward Pellew Islands area. We dive deep into effective strategies, the right gear to use, and uncover tips for finding the best hidden spots for targeting nannygai. If you're serious about boosting your fishing game, this straightforward talk is packed with the hardcore advice you need. Tune in and equip yourself wi...
Paul Wortselings Best Of Australian Fishing
April 17, 2024 01:39 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBI had the opportunity to sit down with high profile Aussie fisho Paul Wortseling and chat about his favourite Australian fishing destinations. There are few among us who have fished as many places as Paul, so this was always going to be a facinating conversation. I wasn't disappointed. For me, there were two standouts in this interview. The first was that it reiterated and solidified my view that Australia is truly one of the worlds premium fishing destinations. The second is Paul's appre...
How To Find Fish In Any Waterway With Greg Vinall
April 09, 2024 21:13 - 33 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this captivating episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast, your host Greg Vinall whispers the secrets of the water—eddies. Greg takes a deep dive into the swirling world of eddies, uncovering why these natural phenomena are the ultimate hotspots for anglers. From rivers to the open ocean, learn how these unique water features attract a plethora of fish species and how you can leverage this knowledge to enhance your fishing strategy. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting...
[REPOST] Ten Fish Indicators Every Angler Should Know With Greg Vinall
April 08, 2024 20:54 - 1 hour - 62.5 MB[REPOST] In this episode, I dive deep into the art of finding fish by observing nature's cues, a skill that transforms good anglers into great ones. From the subtle flick of a prawn to the shadow of a crocodile, I explore the secrets of reading water and wildlife to locate those elusive fish. Discover why a gathering of pelicans might signal your next big catch, how sharks can surprisingly be your ally, and why healthy ecosystems often hold the key to abundant fishing spots. Whether it's the...
Barramundi Fishing In Lakes Awoonga And Monduran: A Comprehensive Guide
April 07, 2024 20:56 - 55 minutes - 45.5 MBDive into the secrets of barramundi fishing in Lakes Awoonga and Monduran, as I sit down with barramundi expert Roderick Walmsley. This episode isn't just a chat; it's your guide to conquering Queensland's premier barramundi destinations. Roderick breaks down the complexities of these vast waters, from employing the latest in sonar technology to old-school lure casting techniques that pinpoint the elusive barra. We'll tackle everything from navigating Awoonga's open waters to mastering Mondu...
Revolutionising Shore-based Moreton Bay Bream Fishing with Ben Monforte And Andrew Death
March 27, 2024 05:26 - 50 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this compelling episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast, Andrew Death delves into the innovative shore-based bream fishing tactics of Ben Monforte, a Brisbane angler with a knack for the unconventional. Ben has mastered a unique Japanese fishing technique, rarely seen in Australian waters, that has significantly upped his bream game in Moreton Bay. From specific lures to strategic insights, this discussion is a treasure trove for anglers eager to explore new methods and redefine ...
Best Times To Fish (No Run = No Fun) With Greg Vinall
February 22, 2024 01:04 - 36 minutes - 26.9 MBObviously, the best time to go fishing is anytime you can get out on the water. But we all know that certain conditions tend to be more productive for lure fishos than others. And a common rule of thumb in fishing circles is: "If there's no run, there's no fun". Now, it's always a bit dodgy to take a single idea like this and apply it to all forms of fishing and all species of fish. So today we're exploring whether the "no run = no fun" rule fits every situation, and if so, how and why. ...
[Repost] How To Catch A Mangrove Jack On Lures With Gold Coast Guru John Costello
February 20, 2024 05:23 - 54 minutes - 26.9 MBThis is a repost of an early episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast that was just so good it's definitely worth a re-listen (or two). Especially given the current timing with warm weather and river flows sparking some pretty hot mangrove jack fishing of late. Enjoy the episode! Gold Coast waterways are home to some extraordinarily large mangrove jacks, but they definitely don't come easy! Gold Coast resident and social media fishing personality John Costello has made it his mis...
[REPOST] Unlocking Sydney Harbour Jewfish With Cam Cronin
February 15, 2024 00:40 - 57 minutes - 37.4 MBThe number and size of jewfish in Sydney harbour is extraordinary. Local angler Cam Cronin has specialised in targeting them from the shore and boat since he was a schoolboy and has racked up a lot of jewfish captures in that time. He reckons once you understand jewfish they're a lot easier to target and goes about sharing some great tips in this episode. ________________________ Over in Team Doc Lures: "Six Never-Fail Lures For Central Queensland" Audio Masterclass With John Haenke Now ...
Yamba Bream, Lure Pimping And WRFL With Laurie Anderson
February 14, 2024 06:44 - 55 minutes - 40.1 MBToday's episode is very much a mixed bag as I get into the weeds with ABT bream/bass tournament angler, Womens Recreational Fishing League member and lure customiser Laurie Anderson about fishing for bream in the Yamba area. Laurie shares some awesome tips for targeting bream from pontoons, rockwalls and reefs in the Yamba area, but we also get into some interesting conversations about her passion for custom painting lures for her own use and for a growing band of customers. Then we delve ...
[REPOST] Yellowbelly Fishing Tips For The Murray River With Stephen Booth
February 13, 2024 06:11 - 29 minutes - 12.2 MB[Repost] Most yellowbelly anglers target the species in the impoundments of southern Australia, but freshwater fishing guru Stephen Booth reckons the flowing water is just as productive. In this episode Stephen takes us to the Murray River in the vicinity of Yarrawonga weir and explains the tackle and techniques he uses to catch quality yella's all year round. _______________ Find this info useful? Please consider supporting the ALF podcast by joning Team Doc Lures. You'll get acces...
Lure Fishing In Caloundra: Five Best Land Based Spots With David Granville
February 12, 2024 00:30 - 42 minutes - 33.4 MBWhether you live in SouthEast Queensland or are planning to visit Caloundra for a holiday, this is an ALF episode you'll really want to listen to! David Granville of Caloundra Fishing World unpacks five of the best places to fish Caloundra from the shore. We cover estuary, beach, jetty and canal fishing, with a species list that includes croc flathead, stud mangrove jack, barramundi, queenfish, jewfish, snapper, various trevallies, jewfish and a host of pelagic species too. Find out the tide...
[REPOST] Whitsundays Land Based Coral Trout With Andy Thomsen
February 08, 2024 06:32 - 47 minutes - 31.3 MB[REPOST] "Andy's Fishing" Youtube personality Andy Thomsen does an amazing job of showcasing the fishing and outdoors lifestyle available to central and north Queenslanders through his social channels. Lately he's published several videos where he's taken quality coral trout land-based. Spectacular fishing and spectacular eating, for sure. Anyway, I invited Andy back to the ALF podcast to have a chat about catching coral trout from the stones...... this episode is the result! _____________...
[REPOST] Townsville Mangrove Jack With David "Hodgie" Hodge
February 06, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBThis is a repost of the interview I conducted with Hodgie back in February 2021. Enjoy! Dave "Hodgie" Hodge will be better known to many ALF listeners as "The Barefoot Fisherman". A former fishing TV presenter, Hodgie is well known as one of Australia's best trick casters, a fishing writer and a speaker at boat shows and expo's. Relocating from Tamworth to Townsville some years ago, he switched from cod to jacks and now has a reputation for taming the red dogs! _________________________...
Taming Gladstone's Mysterious Tripletail With Ryan Stimson
February 04, 2024 23:03 - 37 minutes - 27.2 MBTripletail are more common around the northern Australian coastline than most people realise. They're just not a species that is captured by accident all that often, you usually need to go looking for them. And whilst tripletail are a popular sportfishing target in other countries, not as many sportfishers go looking for them in Australia as probably should. But before you head off and scarper around the ocean looking for triples, have a listen to this conversation with Ryan Stimson. What ...
[REPOST] Lake Conjola Flathead With Mitch Fischer
January 31, 2024 21:22 - 47 minutes - 33.3 MB[REPOST] Lake Conjola might not have the same profile as a trophy flathead fishery as nearby St Georges Basin, but it's nonetheless a top fishery for those targeting trophy fish. Local flathead enthusiast Mitch "Fish" Fischer takes every opportunity to get after these fish and has found early success using his hand made glidebaits. He shares his tips in this episode. _________________________ Want more detailed lure fishing information? Check out Team Doc Lures! It's especially created...
Cooby And Cressbrook Dam Yellowbelly: Jason Ehrlich
January 31, 2024 02:40 - 45 minutes - 32.7 MBIt's been a while since we have talked yellowbelly (aka Golden Perch) fishing on the ALF podcast, but today's episode will go some way towards righting that injustice. Cooby and Cressbrook dams are two very exciting yellowbelly fisheries in South East Queensland, and well worth a visit if you're keen to tangle with yellas. Today's episode features repeat ALF guest, lure maker and yellowbelly whisperer Jason Ehrlich, who shares his tips and advice regarding lures and techniques for these two ...
[REPOST] Foster Flathead With Russell Babekuhl
January 29, 2024 19:06 - 57 minutes - 42 MBTopwater flathead fishing has never been so brutal! In today's interview with Russell Babekuhl we discover a whole new side to the humble flathead that few people know exists. It's a style of shallow water, hand to fin combat where oversized crocs obliterate topwater lures and use their might to smoke the angler in oyster covered structure. The stories are more like what I expect from yellowtail kingfish or trevally fishos than those who target flathead. It's inspiring stuff! _____________...
King George Whiting On Lures: Bomber Farrel Unlocks The Mysteries
January 28, 2024 23:35 - 38 minutes - 22.1 MBKing George whiting are a popular target with bait fishers, but I'm not sure why they're not targeted more by lure fishers. They're the largest of our whiting and are more than capable of eating a small, well presented soft plastic lure. Repeat ALF podcast guest Bomber Farrell recently spent some time exploring Tasmania with a fishing rod and in no time found himself picking up KGW with reasonable consistency. So, in today's episode Bomber shares what he's learned, for those interested in ...
Southeast Queensland Yellowfin Tuna With Kaspar Lenigas
January 24, 2024 01:21 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBBluewater fishing has never been more accessible to recreational fishers, and today's guest has been taking full advantage of that situation. Kaspar Lenigas has been an avid bluewater fisho for many years and regularly fishes offshore for tunas and billfish anywhere from Cairns in the North to Tasmania in the south. In today's episode we focus on his home waters around South East Queensland, although many of the techniques and tactics are applicable wherever you target yellowfin. Start sharp...
Crossfire Lures Topwater Flathead Fishing Masterclass With Simon Cross
January 04, 2024 01:12 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBLove your topwater flathead fishing, or just getting started and thirsty for info to help you crack the code? You're going to love today's episode! Simon Cross' Crossfire Lures have become something of a phenomenon when to comes to cracking the code on big old girl flathead. In fact, they're surpassed only by Crossy's impressive knowledge and theories on flathead behaviour and how to get them to chew. In this episode Deathy does an awesome job of extracting gold nugget after gold nugget...
Topwater Flathead Fishing Masterclass With Simon Cross
January 04, 2024 01:12 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBLove your topwater flathead fishing, or just getting started and thirsty for info to help you crack the code? You're going to love today's episode! Simon Cross' Crossfire Lures have become something of a phenomenon when to comes to cracking the code on big old girl flathead. In fact, they're surpassed only by Crossy's impressive knowledge and theories on flathead behaviour and how to get them to chew. In this episode Deathy does an awesome job of extracting gold nugget after gold nugget...
Mallacoota Summer Fishing With Chris Jordan
December 11, 2023 02:52 - 44 minutes - 31 MBMallacoota Inlet East Gippsland, is a bit of a fishing Mecca in SE Victoria, decended upon by tens of thousdands of hopeful anglers every summer. And little wonder. Who wouldn't want to spend some time targeting trophy bream, massive flathead and a range of other estuary species including the coveted mulloway (jewfish). In today's episode East Gippsland fishing guide Chris Jordan shares some tips and advice for anglers headed to Mallacoota in search of some top-notch lure fishing. ______...
Multi-Species Tournament Success With Jason Marshall And Andrew Death
December 05, 2023 20:35 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBIn today's episode Deathy throws away the regular script to take advantage of the opportunity to garner some hacks and tips from Jason Marshall. Jason has enjoyed impressive success in Yakhunter tournaments despite regularly fishing outside of his home waters and targeting a wide range of species. Who better to extract the secrets of that success that Hobie Worlds champ Deathy? Enjoy the conversation as Deathy breaks down how Jason approached five distinctly different tournaments. _____...
Jumpinpin Summer Flathead with Bo Sawyer
December 03, 2023 21:04 - 41 minutes - 25.4 MBWarming waters with a little freshwater inflow are the perfect conditions to fire up the prawn populations in our estuaries - and when the prawns get active the fish aren't too far behind. In SE Queensland these conditions favour a lot of fish species, but one that's popular with a lot of anglers is the dusky flathead. Today's guest is Bo Sawyer, and angler who is well credentialled to help us catch a few 'Pin flathead. He's fished the area for 30 years, won a bunch of fishing tournaments...
Stealthy Fishing With Greg Vinall
November 27, 2023 02:22 - 23 minutes - 16.8 MBCan fish hear us when we speak? Does the "ping" of a sounder transducer spook them into not eating? How does their sensitivity to noise change from species to species and location to location? In this episode we delve into the mistakes and mis-truths about how sound and noise affect fish behaviour and what we can do to increase our chances of presenting a lure to a fish that is unaware of our presence. _____________________________ This is an ALF PLUS episode, so my Team Doc Lures members...
Central Queensland Barra Lakes With Rod Walmsley (Part 1)
November 21, 2023 19:29 - 49 minutes - 35.2 MBCentral Queensland is well endowed when it comes to top barra fishing options, but none are more popular than the dam systems dotted around the countryside. Roderick Walmsley is a sponsored angler who is no stranger to impoundment barramundi fishing, spending a lot of time on Lake Awoonga in particular. In today's ALF episode he explains his strategy on a recent tour of barra impoundments at Teemburra, Kinchant and Peter Faust and how he went about finding and catching quality barra in each....
Bream Through The Lens Of A Kayak Champ
November 07, 2023 21:33 - 49 minutes - 36.9 MBBen Harrison is something of an anomaly on the tournament kayak scene. A South Australian angler, he routinely travels many miles to compete outside of his home waters, but has the runs on the board to prove it's worth it. He's a regular on the podium, has represented Australia on multiple occassins in international events and recently won the Bream Masters SA championship. In today's episode Deathy gets down to tin tacks as Ben chares his story, but also a ton of great tips for anyone wa...
Lakefield Barramundi With Luke Galea
November 06, 2023 07:34 - 43 minutes - 31.3 MBLooking for a remote barra fishing adventure? Look no further! Cape York's Lakefield National Park is a barramundi fishing wonderland with a myriad of interconnected streams and wetlands during the wet season that recede into numerous isolated pools and billabongs during the dry season. The result is a system that's diverse and holds numerous barra that can be targeted either land-based, or by launching a small tinnie where access permits. Luke Galea recently fished Lakefield land-based and...
Understanding Tonic Sunglasses With Doug Phillips
October 19, 2023 01:34 - 56 minutes - 34.1 MBA good pair of polasrised sunglasses is almost as important as a rod and reel, especially if you're in a high-glare situation like coral flats, bluewater, whit sandy beaches or...... let's face it just about any situation. Apart from protecting your eyes from UV, quality sunglasses enhance your comfort and enjoyment of time spent fishing. It's no secret that after wearing numerous sunglass brands over the years I have fallen in love with Tonic sunglasses. For me, they're at the top end of ...
Fishing Through The Lens OF SCF Creative Bonnie Cheung
October 13, 2023 22:23 - 22 minutes - 14 MBToday, October 14, 2023 marks the opening of the second Topwater Film International, an extraordinary event run by SCF Australia to celebrate the best video content creators in the Australian Fishing landscape. Teams had 2 weeks to shoot, edit and upload an amazing fishing video for the chance to win cash prizes to further their creative escapades. The films are only viewable for 14 days, starting today, after that they're gone forever - so get the TFI app (links below) and vote for your fav...
Topwater Film Invitational 2023: Girls Gone Wild With Kristin Goodchild
October 12, 2023 23:18 - 35 minutes - 25.5 MBThe inaugural Topwater Film Invitational (TFI) competition run in 2022 by SCF Australia was a massive, runaway success - and the signs indicate that the 2023 event will eclipse the first one. For those unfamiliar with TFI, small teams of high profile fishing content creators get invited to create a 20 minute film showcasing the best that topwater fishing has to offer. The teams get the same 2 week window to film, edit and upload their videos, which air in Gold Class cinemas on release and...
Secrets of Luring Georges River Jewfish With Matt Poulous
October 12, 2023 01:55 - 58 minutes - 33.2 MBKeen to target Georges River jewfish on lures? This episode has been a long time coming, but was definitely worth the wait. My guest today is Matt Poulous, a gentleman who has lived and fished on the Georges River for his whole life. Matt is super passionate about catching jewfish on lures and not only goes out doing it himself multiple times each week, but also runs kayak fishing tours for others who want to learn how to target jewfish on lures. During this chat he simplifies the whole proc...
Secrets of Luring Georges River Jewfish With Matt Poulos
October 12, 2023 01:55 - 58 minutes - 33.2 MBKeen to target Georges River jewfish on lures? This episode has been a long time coming, but was definitely worth the wait. My guest today is Matt Poulos, a gentleman who has lived and fished on the Georges River for his whole life. Matt is super passionate about catching jewfish on lures and not only goes out doing it himself multiple times each week, but also runs kayak fishing tours for others who want to learn how to target jewfish on lures. During this chat he simplifies the whole proce...
Tuross Lake Whiting With Steve Starling
October 03, 2023 22:07 - 55 minutes - 40.5 MBAt certain times of year when the water warms and the prawns start wandering the humble whiting can become a very entertaining target for those who like to throw small surface lures. Starlo was one of those at the forefront in the heyday of the topwater whiting revlution but even today enjoys the opportunity to chase a few of the little silver fish in clear, shallow water. In today's episode Starlo shares not only some tips for catching whiting, but his observations of trends in the fishery ...
Conquering the Trout of Southern New South Wales' Streams
October 02, 2023 01:41 - 40 minutes - 30.8 MBWayne "Mr Freshwater" Dubois has been my guest on the ALF podcast a number of times now and always has a ton of great information to share with ALF listeners. With this episode coinciding with the opening of the 2023-24 trout season, who better than Wayne to enlighten us on tacle and tactics for targeting mountain stream and lowland river trout on lures? Spring is a peak period for trout fishers because the fish have finished spawning and are feeding hard t condition back up. Oxygen rich, co...
Reflecting on Bream Lures With Tim "The Bream" Morgan
September 27, 2023 02:11 - 43 minutes - 38.4 MBTim Morgan has been on the tournament angleing scene for a very long time and has a very successful track record to show for it. When he's not fishing tournaments his role as Product Manager at Rapala Australia ensures he's well across developments in the tackle industry that can give him a serious edge. In today's interview, ALF resident bream fancier Andrew Death chats with Tim about his bream on lures experience and gets into some seriously cool tips. Full show notes for today's...
Mastering Gold Coast Flathead With Guy McConnell
September 25, 2023 00:03 - 44 minutes - 31.5 MBFor Gold Coast flathead enthusiasts the cooler months produce large numbers of smaller "school" flathead. But the onset of the spring months marks the arrival of the larger fish in good numbers. No coincidence then, that the Gold Coast Flathead Classic fishing tournament is held in late September each year! Today's ALF podcast guest is Guy McConnell, a Jacobs Well local who fishes for all manner of species throughout the Gold Coast area, but has a particular affinity (and a knack for catc...
Wet Tropics Springtime Barra With Brodie Quaas
September 13, 2023 02:28 - 58 minutes - 39.8 MBFor those in the know, the rivers and estuaries of Far North Queenslands Wet Tropics Region can fish pretty well all year round for a range of species, including the iconic barramundi. In fact, some stonking barra turn up during the cooler, drier months of winter and into the spring months leading to the annual season closure. Throughout 2023, Cairns barramundi fishing guide Brodie Quaas has had a brilliant dry season, guiding a lot of clients onto some very decent barra. But as the weather ...