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New Video Section
by Bradley 28th Jun 2011

Daiwa’s new Video section is now up and running.

For more information click here.


Better Access to the Goulburn
by Bradley 17th Jun 2011

Member for Benalla, Bill Sykes said today anglers and members of the public can now enjoy improved access to the upper Goulburn River following the upgrading of access points at four key sites directly downstream of Eildon.

Dr Sykes said the one boat ramp and three angler access points had eroded over time and urgently required investment to bring them back to a good working condition.

“This stretch of the Goulburn River is one of Victoria’s most popular trout fisheries and the access points will create new fishing opportunities,” Dr Sykes said.

“The access point upgrades were funded through the Victorian Government’s bushfire recovery program which continues to invest funds to help attract recreational anglers and tourists back to bushfire affected areas.

“These regions have suffered from drought and bushfires in recent years and rely heavily on income from visiting anglers.

“North-eastern Victoria and in particular the Goulburn River provide world class recreational fishing opportunities and makes a significant contribution to regional tourism, particularly in the Shire of Murrindindi.”

Minister for Agriculture and Food Security Peter Walsh said the infrastructure investment would complement increased fish stocking in Lake Eildon, the Eildon Pondage and the Goulburn River in recent times.

“So far Fisheries Victoria has invested over $230,000 as part of the bushfire recovery project over a number of areas, including stocking,” Mr Walsh said.

The repair and upgrade program was done in collaboration with the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority.

Fisheries Victoria is pleased that local contractors were able to be engaged to undertake the works.

The upgraded access points are found at the following locations between the Eildon Pondage and Thornton; Point Hill Reserve, Walnuts Reserve and two sites at the Eildon Pondage wall.


Saltiga Dorado review
by Bradley 16th Jun 2011

For the past ten years the original Saltiga rods set a new industry standard as the strongest and lightest offshore rods available. After a decade these rods are envied by other manufacturers and are a true testament of how advanced the rod’s technology was, they remain unchanged, and technology hungry anglers still regard these as the best available that were until now with the introduction of the Saltiga Dorado rod series.

Designed to match the awesome power of the new Saltiga reels the new rod series heralds a new design concept – 3D carbon design. Combining Daiwa’s famous Bias Wrap Construction for ultimate strength, power, light weightiness and ultra slim blank diameter with the X-Torque design, a design that resists blanks twisting and massively increasing torque, Daiwa has created their greatest ever casting rod design.

Having used all of these rods extensively from the very first development of the first prototypes, I thought I would give anglers a rundown of what each different model is suited for, so check it out by clicking here.


New Saltiga Dorado Rods.
by Bradley 16th Jun 2011

For the past ten years the original Saltiga rods set a new industry standard as the strongest and lightest offshore rods available. After a decade these rods are envied by other manufacturers and are a true testament of how advanced the rod’s technology was, they remain unchanged, and technology hungry anglers still regard these as the best available that were until now with the introduction of the Saltiga Dorado rod series.

Designed to match the awesome power of the new Saltiga reels the new rod series heralds a new design concept – 3D carbon design. Combining Daiwa’s famous Bias Wrap Construction for ultimate strength, power, light weightiness and ultra slim blank diameter with the X-Torque design, a design that resists blanks twisting and massively increasing torque, Daiwa has created their greatest ever casting rod design.

Adding to the incredible blank design, these rods feature Fuji’s latest innovation Titanium Silicone carbide “K “ guides to eliminate line wrap, Daiwa customized Fuji reel seats that match the new reel design and ultra tough and light Air Foam grips.

For More Inforamtion click here.

For a review of each model click here.


New Daiwa Apparel section
by Bradley 15th Jun 2011

The new Daiwa Apparel section is now online, featuring Daiwa’s latest Tournament shirts, Jigging Gloves, Columbia Clothing and Caps.

For more information click here.


Micah Adams Joins Daiwa
by Bradley 14th Jun 2011

Prominent Australian fishing journalist and TV host, Micah Adams has now joined up with Daiwa. For more information click here.


Pro News Updated
by Bradley 10th Jun 2011

Jamie Robley discovers Daiwa’s latest bream weapon…the Gekkabijin Vib.

Check it out by clicking here.


New Fishing Platform
by Bradley 8th Jun 2011

Recreational fishers will enjoy a new fishing platform

A NEW fishing platform erected on the Lower Tarra River at Tarraville will make it easier for local anglers to bag their catch.

Situated next to an existing fishing platform, the new platform will allow extra opportunities for anglers to put their rods in the river in response to an increase in the popularity of the area.

According to West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority River Health Team Leader Michelle Dickson, the fishing platform was made possible by $25,000 worth of funding through the Department of Primary Industry’s Recreational Fishing Grants Program.

“At peak times there is not enough room for all the anglers on the platform, forcing some people to access the water form the bank and placing erosion and compaction pressures on the banks of the river,” said Ms Dickson.

The site is located in the estuarine section of the Tarra River and is surrounded by fragile mangrove and Saltmarsh vegetation.

WGCMA Project Officer Ken Holland said, “Construction of a second fishing platform will protect this vegetation from being trampled and allow for natural regeneration whilst increasing safety for recreational fishers”.

“The site is very popular and anglers regularly report catches of yellow eye mullet, silver trevally and estuary perch”, added Mr Holland.

The fishing platform adds value to other work completed in the area by the WGCMA and local landholders in recent times to fence off valuable salt marsh vegetation to protect it from cattle access. When combined, these actions

provide for increased habitat both in stream and on the bank and riparian areas of the Tarra River.

The Recreational Fishing Grants Program has funded over 350 projects worth more than $13.7 million since 2001.


KEEP WESTERN AUSTRALIA FISHING
by Bradley 6th Jun 2011

Have your say on the draft plan for marine parks in Commonwealth waters in the South-West.

Thanks to the hard work of Recfishwest and the WA rec fishing community at long last we appear to have a marine park plan that actually makes sense and acknowledges the importance of recreational fishing and our minimal impact on fish stocks and the environment. The most significant recreational fishing spots have been retained as multi-use zones in what will be Australia’s largest marine park. Yet still this is not enough for the green extremists who simply want destroy recreational fishing regardless of the scientific evidence.
We must act together to save recreational fishing in WA by calling on Federal Environment Minister Tony Burke to stand firm against demands for more marine closures and defend the Aussie lifestyle!

Petition download forms here available .