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Australian Lure Fishing

746 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Three 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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Episode 581: Chambers Bay Runoff Barramundi With Tristan Sloan

January 23, 2023 00:30 - 59 minutes - 39.9 MB

The Top End runoff barra fishery is the stuff of legends and every year attracts enthusiastic barra anglers in droves. And if you're headed north to take advantage of this opportunity you could do far worse than motor out of the mouth of the Mary River system (Sampan Creek) and fish the flats around the coastal creeks during the runout tide. Tristan Sloan has been a fishing writer for many years and has worked extensively in the recreational fishing sector and within Government providing pol...

Episode 580: Mangrove Jack Roundup With Greg Vinall

January 22, 2023 07:41 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

Today's episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast is made up of a public and a premium edition. The public edition provides some basic information regarding the mangrove jack, Lutjanus argentimaculatus, including some basic biological and ecological information to help in understanding jacks from an anglers perspective.   The premium version includes a further 20 minutes of information bringing together interviews with over 30 of Australia's most successful mangrove jack anglers. It...

Episode 579: Weipa Sailfish With Ben Bright

January 16, 2023 00:55 - 55 minutes - 32.5 MB

Weipa is definitely a land of opportunity for sportfishers. Barra may well be the first species that comes to mind, or maybe permit, threadfin, fingermark...... there are so many. But unless you've been keeping an eye on this northern destination, billfish may or may not make the list. The Gulf of Carpentaria offers some exceptional opportunities to chase billfish, and sailfish in particular. Weipa sportfishing guide Ben "Notso" Bright is super keen on targeting sails, whether it's with clie...

Episode 578: Why Soft Plastic Prawns Trump Real Prawns With Greg Vinall

January 13, 2023 12:55 - 16 minutes - 10.8 MB

For those who have fished with bait their whole lives it can be difficult to come to terms with the idea that a soft plastic prawn is not only more fun to fish with than a live bait, but with a little practice will catch more fish and bigger specimens.  In the public edition of this episode I explore why soft plastic prawns leave live prawns in their wake. And in the members version I go on to explain how to choose, rig and work soft plastic prawns to maximum advantage.  ________________...

Episode 577: Lake Tinaroo Barramundi With Brodie Quaas

January 11, 2023 00:55 - 57 minutes - 34.6 MB

Lake Tinaroo is famous for producing some of the biggest barramundi you'll find anywhere on the planet. Brodie Quaas is a sportfishing guide who's clients are enjoying metre plus barra captures on Lake Tinaroo, including plenty of topwater action on fast frog style lures. In today's episode Brodie shares plenty of tips for finding and tempting the monsters of Lake Tinaroo, from tackle to techniques and everything in between. ______________ Looking to become a better lure fisher? Why not c...

Episode 576: NE Tasmanian Snapper With Jack Gillespie

January 09, 2023 00:55 - 45 minutes - 27 MB

Usually when we talk fishing in Tasmania we're thinking about trout, bream or maybe southern bluefin tuna. Not a lot gets said about the amzing snapper fishing available to those who live on the north coast of Tasmania (or even those in southern Tas, increasingly). Today's guest is Tasmanian sponsored angler Jack Gillespie, a humble but accomplished angler who has made a habit of taking some pretty decent snapper on light gear and soft plastic lures. With a little coaxing, Jack was willing t...

Episode 575: Jewfish On Lures Roundup (Public Edition)

January 06, 2023 06:55 - 23 minutes - 14.4 MB

Today's episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast is made up of a public and a premium edition. The public edition provides some basic information regarding the southern mulloway (jewfish), Argyrosomus japonicus, including some basic biological and ecological information to help in understanding jewfish from an anglers perspective. Plus, we conclude with some tips drawn from some of Australia's most successful anglers when it comes to taking jewfish on lures.  The premium version in...

Fishing For Jewfish With Lures Roundup: Greg Vinall (Public Edition)

January 06, 2023 06:55 - 23 minutes - 14.4 MB

Today's episode of the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast is made up of a public and a premium edition. The public edition provides some basic information regarding the southern mulloway (jewfish), Argyrosomus japonicus, including some basic biological and ecological information to help in understanding jewfish from an anglers perspective. Plus, we conclude with some tips drawn from some of Australia's most successful anglers when it comes to taking jewfish on lures.  The premium version in...

Episode 574: Andrew Deaths Bream Discoveries For 2022

January 04, 2023 02:43 - 47 minutes - 34.1 MB

In his first episode for 2022, ALF bream guru Andrew Death shares some of the highlights of things he's learned from interviewing the bream guns for his masterclass series and monthly ALF podcast gig. Much of what he covers is available on the public podcast and you'll find links to those parts in the show notes. Those who have supported Deathy and ALF by becoming members of Team Doc Lures will also be able to access the extra members only content. Non-members can join here: https://team.doc...

Episode 573: Five Lessons I've Learned From ALF Guests

January 03, 2023 02:35 - 30 minutes - 18.8 MB

Today's episode is a solo rant to kick off the year 2023. After three years hosting the podcast I've literally had the pleasure of close to 600 conversations with some of Australia's best anglers. I could probably write a book on the things I've learned over that time, whether they be technical or more about attitude and mindset. In this rant I'veexpanded on a few of the things I've learned that I believe have made me a better lure fisher. You can get the full show notes from today's episo...

Episode 572: Saving Snagged Lures With Dan Selby

December 21, 2022 23:50 - 49 minutes - 28 MB

It's a simple fact that many species of fish like to stay in close contat with structure such as aquatic plants, sunker timber, wrecks, pylons, rock bars and a million other types of habitat. Or, they like to hang in the shadows beneath overhanging branches, bridges, wharves or pontoons. For those species it is critical to get your lures deep into structure or you're unlikely to get the bite. As the saying goes "if you're not getting snagged, you're not fishing in the right places". So it ...

Episode 571: Glenbawn Bass With Dane Pryce

December 19, 2022 00:55 - 43 minutes - 24.3 MB

Glenbawn Dam has a reputation as a big bass destination and has definitely yielded more than it's share of trophy fish. Today's guest Dane Pryce is a tournament bass fisher who has taken out  number of big titles during his short time on the tournament circuit and loves to fish Glenbawn. Dane's approach is a little differnt and the tips and advice he shares are invaluable for the keen bass fisher. Check out the full show notes at: https://doclures.com/glenbawn-bass-dane-pryce/

Episode 569: Summer Lure Fishing In Lake Macquarie With Dan Guilfoyle

December 12, 2022 00:45 - 1 hour - 33.1 MB

The summer months are a popular time to fish Lake Macquarie, and there are some amazing opportunities for those who know the where's, when's, what's and how's of fishing this system. Today's guest is Dan Guilfoyle, who is well known for having the Lake Mac jewfish wired but has spent his whole life on this system targeting the full gamut of available species. In the first of a four-part series, Dan walks us through five great summer time lure fishing options in this system, including: Bream...

Episode 567: Gold Coast Flathead With Ryan Vines

December 05, 2022 07:31 - 45 minutes - 26.6 MB

The northern Gold Coast is flathead heaven, with tons of great opportunities to target flathead year-round. Our Guest today has fished the area for his whole life and recently established his credentials by winning the 2022 Gold Coast Flathead Classic! Not only that, but he recently launched into the world of guided sportfishing with his business Captn's Charters. Ryan Vines created his charter business to help newbies to lure fishing understad how to use soft plastic lures and flatten the l...

Episode 566: Sydney Jewfish With Joey The Kewy King And Shroom

December 02, 2022 05:33 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

The summer months are prime time for targeting jewfish in the light pools around the many pontoons, bridges and wharves in Sydney Harbour, with fish from below minimum size through to metre plus monsters on the cards. Joey the Jewy King is a land-based jewfish specialist who keeps a pretty low profile and keeps his gear and techniques simple, but gets great results on a species that many anglers struggle to catch on lures! _____________ Download the shownotes for this episode, including o...

Sydney Jewfish Fishing: Secret Tactics Of Joey The Jewy King

December 02, 2022 05:33 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

The summer months are prime time for targeting jewfish in the light pools around the many pontoons, bridges and wharves in Sydney Harbour, with fish from below minimum size through to metre plus monsters on the cards. Joey the Jewy King is a land-based jewfish specialist who keeps a pretty low profile and keeps his gear and techniques simple, but gets great results on a species that many anglers struggle to catch on lures! _____________ Download the shownotes for this episode, including o...

Episode 565: Jamie Mckeown and Andrew Death On All Things Bream Fishing

November 25, 2022 01:38 - 59 minutes - 35.3 MB

Andrew Death spends an hour interrogating fellow bream tournament fisher Jamie Mckeown in this outstanding interview that lays down tons of tips and value bombs for bream fishers at any level. Jamie is one of the most accomplished bream anglers on the tournament scene today and is always super generous about sharing his knowledge - this interview is no exception and will leave you inspired to hit the water with bream in your sights......... and it really doesn't matter whether you're fishing...

Episode 564: Fishing During Floods With Greg Vinall

November 23, 2022 00:55 - 46 minutes - 30.4 MB

Major flood events have unfortunately been a common occurrence across Eastern Australia over the past couple of years as a result of La Nina weather patterns - and the summer of 2022-23 looks like being more of the same. Much of this flooding has happened at times of year when rainfall is typically low, upsetting the "normal" hydrological cycles and causing fish to respond in some unusual ways. For many anglers this is a sign that it's time to hang the rods up for a bit and make a return to ...

Episode 563: Mallacoota Bream With Chris Jordan

November 07, 2022 00:55 - 54 minutes - 32.9 MB

Chris is a passionate sportfisher who has been targeting the myriad of lure fishing species in East Gippsland for well over a decade and knows the waters like the back of his hand. He recently established "East Gippsland Sportfishing" and now offers a top notch guided fishing experience in some of the most fishy and picturesqe waterways that Australia has to offer. In today's episode Chris takes us to his favourite fishing waters and walks us through some strategies for chasing the trophy br...

Episode 562: The BCF Topwater Film Invitational With Dean Jackson And Ben Glass

November 02, 2022 00:01 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

The BCF Topwater Film Invitational is all about showcasing some of the amazing topwater fishing opportunities across the Great Barrier Reef by inviting some of sportfishing's best video content producers to compete for cash and prizes. To my knowledge there's a not a promotion anywhere near this one anywhere else in the world! The public are invited to participate by watching the videos online and voting for their favourite..... keeping in mind that the entry costs are being donated to OzFis...

Episode 560: BIG Bream With Andrew Death and Steven Pryke

October 28, 2022 07:09 - 45 minutes - 33.4 MB

Deathy is back! And once again he's brought another gun bream angler to the ALF podcast, in Steven Pryke. Steven has a lot of credentials on the boat and kayak tournament scene and is the perfect candidate to continue Deathy's insatiable quest to upgrade the bream he catches during tournaments. There is nothing held back in today's episode as this pair exchange their thoughts for finding and extracting the bigger bream from the school. _____________ In the ALF PLUS extended episode Deathy...

Episode 559: Clarence River Bass With Andy Moore

October 17, 2022 22:30 - 42 minutes - 23.8 MB

The Clarence is a classic Australian bass fishing river. It's a large system with a wide diversity of habitat and a healthy wild bass population that is typified by well-conditioned, aggressive and hard fighting bass. Today's Guest is Andy Moore, a fisheries scientist who grew up fishing for bass on the Clarence system. Andy's deep scientific understanding of the species and it's habits, along with his lifelong obsession with fishing the Clarence system make today's interview compelling list...

Episode 558: Pelagics From The Beach With Ben Svenson

October 13, 2022 07:15 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

Usually when it comes to targeting large Spanish mackerel, giant trevally, tunas and other pelagic speedsters we're fishing inshore and offshore reefs from a boat. More adventurous anglers might target these species from rocks and cliffs that give access to deep water. But a unique opportunity exists on the Western Australian coastline between Geraldton and Exmouth to target large pelagic species from the beaches! Ben Svenson has been honing his skills on these fish for the past 12 months wi...

Episode 557: Corio And Geelong Fishing Spots With John Didge

October 07, 2022 00:55 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

High profile Victorian fishing personality and tackle maker John Didge has previously been on the Australian Lure Fishing podcast taling about snapper and flathead on his home waters around the Bellarine Peninsula in southern Victoria. In today's episode John joins us to share his top five fishing spots around the Greater Corio Bay area. Whether you're boat, kayak or land-based fishing, there is plenty here for everybody.

Important Bonus Episode: Great Sandy Marine Park Draft Rezoning With Scotto Mitchell

October 04, 2022 00:55 - 37 minutes - 23.7 MB

Ladies and Gents....... we need your help to restore recreational fishing in the Great Sandy Straits!  The long awaited Draft of the Great Sandy Marine Park Rezoning is now available for public comment - and it is exceptionally good news for anglers.  When implemented, the proposed changes will address long standing anomalies in the GSMP that have impacted the conservation values and the quality of recreational fishing in the park for decades.  Even better, there is a final opportunity...

Episode 556 (Part 2) : Bream with Scotto James and Andrew Death

October 03, 2022 03:57 - 35 minutes - 18.1 MB

The last time Scotto James came aboard the ALF podcast to talk about his unorthodox approaches to bream fishing the feedback we received from listeners was extraordinary. In this episode ALF co-host Andrew Death spends some time chatting with Scotto about his relentless experimentation with tackle and techniques, questioning of the status quo and the results he's acheived by pushing the envelope and thinking outside of the box.  _____________________ Don't forget to support the ALF Podcas...

Episode 556: A Different Approach To Bream Fishing With Scotto James And Andrew Death - Part 1

September 30, 2022 01:45 - 53 minutes - 25.7 MB

The last time Scotto James came aboard the ALF podcast to talk about his unorthodox approaches to bream fishing the feedback we received from listeners was extraordinary. In this episode ALF co-host Andrew Death spends some time chatting with Scotto about his relentless experimentation with tackle and techniques, questioning of the status quo and the results he's acheived by pushing the envelope and thinking outside of the box.  _____________________ Don't forget to support the ALF Podcas...

Episode 555: Mallacoota Bream With Nikki Bryant

September 28, 2022 21:07 - 39 minutes - 24.5 MB

Mallacoota is the ultimate southern estuary fishers playground! Stunning natural environments with near pristine rivers, tidal lakes and estuaries, not to mention a well-managed fishery that produces tons of quality bream, flathead and more for those who choose to toss a few lures around. Nicki Bryant has been fishing the waters of Mallacoota for 10 years and has established a profile as a lady angler who loves to help less experienced folk get into fishing and enjoy early success. In today'...

Episode 554: Drakesbrook Weir Redfin With Lindsay Wollin

September 23, 2022 01:17 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Redfin are a very popular target among southern Australia's freshwater lure flickers - and area tasty treat as well as good sport. Western Australia's Drakesbrook Weir is one of a number of destinations that offer redfin in both quality and quantity for those living in the Perth area. Today's guest is Linsay Wollin, a Perth based kayak angler and Yakhunter organiser who loves nothing better than hitting Drakebrook in his kayak and knocking over a few reddies. Full show notes are available ...

Episode 553: Adventure Fishing And Youtubing With Rodney Pacitti

September 19, 2022 01:55 - 42 minutes - 26.4 MB

Today's ALF Episode is something a little bit different! I take some time to talk to professional fishing YouTuber Rodney Pacitti from the Rokkit Kit Youtube channel. I found Rodney to be one of the nicest guys on the YouTube circuit and we get into his fishing exploits, which include long offshore kayak trips and solo island hopping in a tiny inflatable boat. In the "PLUS" edition, (available to Team Doc Lures members) Rodney and I also spend a full 20 minutes talking about the gear he us...

Episode 552: How Fish Use Feeding Habitat With Greg Vinall

September 14, 2022 01:17 - 32 minutes - 21.2 MB

During our regular Sunday live chat session over at Team Doc Lures we got to talking about how fish utilise different parts of their environment when they are actively feeding - and between feeding times. Plus we got into how this knowledge might change how we fish, and with what lures.  ____________ If you're keen to join these lives sessions, they're just one of the benefits on offer for those who support the Australian Lure Fishing podcast by joining Team Doc Lures. Check it out! http...

Episode 551: Richmond River Bass With Joseph Urquhart

September 09, 2022 01:55 - 50 minutes - 32.5 MB

This episode comes with a warning..... topwater bass fishing in our inland river systems in incredibly addictive! Our guest today is Joey Urquhart, a long time tournament bass angler with plenty of success under his belt and an award winning handmade timber lure business. He grew up fishing the Richmond River and it's still his home waters, so he has tons of value to share with ALF listeners in today's interview! ________________ A special part of this interview has been reserved for the ...

Episode 550: Best Spring Bass Fishing Lakes With Keeghan Painter

September 05, 2022 01:55 - 1 hour - 70.9 MB

For anglers, Spring is always a very welcome season as we shrug off the cold and look forward to the warmth that brings increased fish acticity, topwater bites and so on. On the flip side, it's also a period of unstable transitional weather that can make fish a little unpredictable at times. Gun bass angler Keeghan Painter loves the opportunity to fish impoundments during the spring and in today's ALF episode he shares his favourite bass fishing haunts as the weather warms - with great tips ...

Unlocking Land-based Lure Fishing For Jewfish: Josh Annand

September 02, 2022 01:55 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

The NSW Northern coastline is a superb destination for a great many prized fishing species, but few are so revered as the jewfish. Definitely one the country's more challenging fish species on lures, it's understandable that many keen jewfish anglers guard their knowledge closley. Today's guest Josh Annand isn't one of those though. He came onboard the ALF podcast to share what he's learned about targeting jewfish on lures from the stones - and he didn't hold back.   ______________ Need h...

Episode 549: Northern NSW Jewfish With Shroom And Josh Annand

September 02, 2022 01:55 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

The NSW Northern coastline is a superb destination for a great many prized fishing species, but few are so revered as the jewfish. Definitely one the country's more challenging fish species on lures, it's understandable that many keen jewfish anglers guard their knowledge closley. Today's guest Josh Annand isn't one of those though. He came onboard the ALF podcast to share what he's learned about targeting jewfish on lures from the stones - and he didn't hold back.   ______________ Need h...

Episode 548: Brisbane Kayak Threadfin With Luke Lispet

August 31, 2022 01:55 - 48 minutes - 44 MB

The Brisbane River, and in particular the area around Port of Brisbane, fishes particularly well for quality threadfin salmon, with metre fish relatively common. We've covered this specis and location before on the ALF Podcast on a number of occassions.... but never from a kayak. So this is a very cool episode! It's also a fitting way to announce the kayak fishing masterclass that Luke has put together for Team Doc Lures members! Whether you're a novice trying to get started, or a seasoned...

Episode 547: Spring Fishing Spots Around Exmouth With Steve Riley

August 29, 2022 01:55 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

When I talk to Australia's top anglers about their bucket list Aussie fishing destinations, one place that comes up consistently is Exmouth. It really doesn't matter whether you love the bluewater, deep jigging, fly flicking, reef flats or a dozen other options, Exmouth has the lot! Today's guest has graced the ALF podcast three times previously, talking spangled emperor, sailfish and goldband snapper. But today Steve Riley helps visiting and local anglers alike by sharing his favourite land...

Episode 546: Sydney Bream With Andrew Death And Luke Kay

August 25, 2022 22:26 - 47 minutes - 25.7 MB

Sydney Harbour and Lane Cove River are two very busy waterways, and the fish see plenty of anglers and plenty of lures, which can make for some really tough fishing. It doesn't bother tournament gun Luke Kay though, he happily catches plenty of quality bream from this area while casting lures from his kayak. In this interview Luke chats with fellow kayak tournament gun Andrew Death and shares plenty of tips and advice for anyone keen to do the same thing! ______________ Interested in the ...

Episode 545: Best Hervey Bay Fishing Spots In Spring With Scott Mitchell

August 24, 2022 01:55 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

Most people think of bluewater, inshore and remote flats fishing adventures when Hervey Bay comes up in discussion. But as today's ALF guest Scott Mitchell shares, there are tons of opportunities target bread and butter species landbased or from a kayak or small boat - even from the esplanade in the middle of town! This puts quality fishing within reach of just about anybody willing to pick up a rod, reel and small box of lures.  __________________ Keen for even more help to catch fish wi...

Episode 544: Australian Sportfishing Guides With Greg Vinall

August 22, 2022 01:55 - 26 minutes - 18.8 MB

Regardless of your current skill level, there is a lot to be said for engaging with a sportfishing guide. If you're fishing away from your home waters you'll usually have very limited time to figure out the fish, the tides and conditions, but a day or two with a guide can quickly get you up to speed. Even on your home waters there is usually plenty that can be learned from someone who's livelihood depends on being able to guide their clients to fish day in, day out. I talk to a lot of fishin...

Episode 543: Gold Coast Squid With Clint Ansell

August 15, 2022 01:55 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MB

The biomass of squid kicking around in Gold Coast waters at the moment is phenomenal, and today's guest has developed a reputation as the GC "Squid Whisperer"! Clint Ansell has spent quite a few years guiding on the Gold Coast with Brad Smith Fishing Charters and over the last 4-5 years has been consistently putting clients onto some amazing squid fishing, day in, day out. So today I thought we'd get his tips for ALF listeners! _____________ Want more great fishign resources? Support the...

Episode 542: Best Spring Fishing Spots In SE Queensland With Nabeel Issa

August 12, 2022 01:55 - 1 hour - 57 MB

Southeast Queensland is a fishing hotspot at any time of year because it's a melting pot where tropical and temperate species combine to create an incredibly diverse fishery. Spring is a transitional period that offers so many opportunities that I knew I had to get Nabeel Issa back on the podcast. Nabs has helped us multiple times previously with fishing opportunities and sonar masterclasses. But this time I had him talk about his favourite fishing spots around SEQ during spring! _________...

Episode 541: Central Queensland Spring Fishing Spots With John Boon

August 10, 2022 01:55 - 54 minutes - 40 MB

Central Queensland offers some pretty amazing year-round fishing opportunities as regular fishing writer and social media fishing identity John Boon will happily tell you. But spring is a season of increased activity - and there is plenty for anglers to get excited about. So for those living in or visiting Central Queensland in the coming months I thought it might be handy to have John share his favourite fishing spots and what we can expect to catch there. __________ Looking for more he...

Episode 540: Sydney Harbour Kingfish With Shroom And Stuart Reid

August 08, 2022 01:55 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

This episode we're headed back to Sydney where Shroom catches up with long-term fishing guide Stuart Reid. Stu's prowess at finding and tempting kingfish in a highly pressured fishery has been central to the success of his guiding career. Fortunately for us, he's happy to share plenty of juicy tips that can help us all enjoy some next level kingfish action. ________________ Keen to improve your lure fishing? That's what we're here for! So if you help us, we'd love to help you too. By join...

Episode 539: Top NE Victorian Fishing Spots In Spring With Robbie Alexander

August 05, 2022 01:55 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

Robbie Alexander is an icon of freshwater fishing in Northeastern Victoria. His laid-back, no nosense VLog on Youtube is a constant source of entertainment and, more importantly, education for Australian anglers. Robbie was the first guest ever interviewed on the Australian Lure Fishing Podcast, so we're thrilled to have him back for Episode 539 to walk us through his favourite fishing spots in NE Victoria during the Spring months. _____________ Care for a little more help finding fishing...

Episode 538: Forster Bream With Andrew Death And Russell Babekuhl

July 29, 2022 01:53 - 1 hour - 33.7 MB

Kayak bream fishers, today's episode is just for you! Hobie Worlds Champ Andrew Death heads to Forster with recently crowned Australian Hobie Champ 2022 Russell Babekuhl. The level of information shared in this conversation is next level, it's a "must-listen" for anyone keen on targeting bream in the Forster area during the July to September period!  Of course, if you'd like to sharpen your bream fishing skills even further - particularly when it comes to catching the bigger fish - then be...

Episode 537: Hinchinbrook Winter Mangrove Jack With Adam Royle

July 27, 2022 02:40 - 1 hour - 34.2 MB

We've had a number of ALF episodes over the past few years that have covered various approached to Mangrove Jack fishing in the Hinchinbrook area, but today's interview brings a new perspective! Guest Adam Royle has fished the area for more than 20 years and gets good results on topwater jacks even in the winter months, so I knew we needed some intel on how he manages to do that! _______________ Keen for more help with your lure fishing? Resources? eBooks? Masterclasses and Live Streams? ...

Episode 536: Ballina Inshore Snapper With Michael Starkey

July 25, 2022 01:55 - 49 minutes - 28.4 MB

Despite the inevitable increasing fishing pressure, the Northern NSW coast remains well known as a hotspot for quality snapper. Today's ALF guest is Michael Starkey, a long-time tackle industry heavyweight who has been fishing the Ballina area for around 18 years. Michael loves nothing more than hitting the inshore reefs with light tackle and singling out the bigger fish on some very accessible ground. Today he explains how to go about doing exactly that! This is an ALF PLUS episode, so sup...

Episode 535: Onkaparinga Bream With Joshua Davey

July 22, 2022 01:55 - 46 minutes - 27.6 MB

The Onkaparinga River is a small system in the southern part of the Greater Adelaide area. It's a very small system and it's possible to cast a lure to the opposite bank in many places, but the system does punch well aboe it's weight for quality black bream for several months of each year.  Our guest today is Joshua Davey, a fisheries scientist from Adelaide who has been fishing this system since he was old enough to walk there after school. Joshua shares everything we need to know to pick...

Episode 534: The Australian Lure, Fly And Outdoors Expo 2022

July 21, 2022 06:16 - 47 minutes - 37.2 MB

Running for over ten years, The Australian Lure, Fly and Outdoors Expo is the premier event for domestic lure makers to showcase their skills and talents. Each year lure makers, fishers, tackle retailers, fly enthusiasts, tackle collectors outdoors people and more decend on the expo and buy, swap, sell, and share information Garry Fitz is the founder and operator of the expo and has many years invested in supporting the Australian Lure Industry. Joey Urquhart is a professional lure maker a...