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by Bradley 24th Feb 2012

New Pro news

Tournament AGS Rods – Bradley Sissins

Choose Your Weapon – Greg Seeto

T3 – Simon Goldsmith


The Fishing DVD Issue 26 out soon
by Bradley 16th Feb 2012

The Fishing DVD #26 is jam-packed with action, information, tips, destinations and product reviews… and you don’t have to read it! In just over two hours of spectacular, high-definition vision, this broadcast-quality “DVD Magazine” brings it all to your lounge room, den, holiday house, offi ce or laptop computer – whenever and wherever YOU choose to view! Watch it all, from start to finish, or choose the stories and segments you like most, then view them over and over, at your leisure. Re-wind, slow mo’, freeze frame and fast-forward to all the juicy bits..


Adventure Angler Series 3 Episode 3
by Bradley 16th Feb 2012

Season 3 Episode 3

Season three off the popular Adventure Angler TV series with Micah Adams is about to hit the screens again. This year, Micah and the boys ride jet skis down the remote west side of Cape York, to a hard core bush walk in Tassies western lakes. They catch big bream, discover the history of the Tongariro river and battle big black marlin on the great barrier reef! Twelve thirty minute episodes showcase the best angling and destinations on the planet. Season three of Adventure Angler TV sets the benchmark of fishing TV even higher again.

Episode 3 Tassies western lakes- Thursday night on fox sports channel 502 at 6.30pm, then on 503 at 8.00am Friday and on 501 at 11.00 am on Saturday morning.

Craig Rist leads Micah on a trek into the rugged wilds of the western lakes of central Tasmania. A region of wild weather, tiger snakes and large brown trout that anxiously await to sip a dry fly off the surface. The boys experience the best and worst of Tassies weather and selective brown trout.


Daiwa Warehouse Manager Position Available
by Bradley 15th Feb 2012

Daiwa Australia is looking for a Warehouse Manager; to work with & manage a small team of 4; located at our head office in Brookvale.

The successful applicant must have prior warehouse management experience.

The position requires not only management of the existing warehouse team; but also the willingness to be involved side-by-side with warehouse staff in picking/packing of orders; receipts of shipments/customer returns; and logistics of warehouse storage.

A forklift license; as well as good up to date knowledge of logistics and OH&S is required as well.

A general knowledge of fishing tackle would be helpful; but is not required.

Salary is subject to discussion depending on level of experience.

Please send CV to bobm@daiwaaustralia.com.au.


Saltiga Dorado Slider Meisters Edition
by Bradley 15th Feb 2012

Designed to target large sized pelagic and predatory fish like GT, Kingfish, Tuna etc the Saltiga DS Meisters Edition

The majority of sliders on the market have a standard round profile, this causes excessive drag and angler fatigue, the profile is inefficient and causes the lure to roll and tangle easily. Dorado Slider is different, the body is wider at the top, thinner at the bottom, this acts like a keel , this keel allows the lure to track straight but also allows it to be worked for an erratic zigzag sliding action easily with very little action imparted by the angler.

For ultimate endurance the Dorado Slider has an injection moulded urethane body that is made under massive pressure for ultimate strength and durability. Coating this is a 1.8mm thick painted surface that resists impact damage and eliminates water intrusion. The colour range represents the finest patterns for fish attraction but also the oversized “eye” attracts fish. At the rear it is weighted for increased cast distance, eliminating the lure tumbling and it keeps the tail in the water for better hook ups.

The Bubblemaker is one of the first sliders  that can be efficiently used all day with angler fatigue, its ability to be cast easily and efficiently, plus have an action that works easily makes it one of the finest sliders available.

Available late Autumn 2012.

For more information click here


Saltiga Bubblemaker Debuts
by Bradley 15th Feb 2012

Designed to target large sized pelagic and predatory fish like GT, Kingfish, Tuna etc the Saltiga Bubblemaker is an all new breed of popper.

The majority of poppers on the market have a standard round profile, this causes excessive drag and angler fatigue, the profile is inefficient and causes the lure to have just a splashing action with no motion. Bubblemaker is different, the long nose design allows the lure to have a thinner centre point, and this makes a longer larger bubble trail with less water resistance, making it easier to pop. At the rear of the Bubblemaker it has a keel on the bottom, this keel allows the lure to track straight but also allows it to be worked for an erratic zigzag sliding action unlike any other popper.

For ultimate endurance the Bubblemaker has an injection moulded urethane body that is made under massive pressure for ultimate strength and durability. Coating this is a 1.8mm thick painted surface that resists impact damage and eliminates water intrusion. The colour range represents the finest patterns for fish attraction but also the oversized “eye” attracts fish and is placed right next to the centre hook to increase hook ups. At the rear it features a large flashing spinner blade for extra flash and it can be easily removed without having to remove the hook.

The Bubblemaker is one of the first poppers that can be efficiently used all day with angler fatigue, its ability to be used as a popper, slipper and rip style bait makes it ideal for a wide range of fish and fishing styles.

Available late Autumn 2012.

For more information click here


Tournament AGS Filming
by Bradley 11th Feb 2012

Warren Keelan and myself   just spent the past few days filming with Offshore Productions “The Fishing DVD” for an upcoming episode of the winter issue of the DVD. The highlight of the few days was definitely Warrens thumping 90 plus centimetre Dusky Flathead caught on the new prototype Tournament AGS  701LFS rod. I’ll have a testing report during the week along with images in the AGS section of this site. Also very soon a few teaser videos as well.

Stay Tuned,

Bradley Sissins


Adventure Angler Series 3 Episode 2
by Bradley 9th Feb 2012

Season 3 Episode 2

Season three off the popular Adventure Angler TV series with Micah Adams is about to hit the screens again. This year, Micah and the boys ride jet skis down the remote west side of Cape York, to a hard core bush walk in Tassies western lakes. They catch big bream, discover the history of the Tongariro river and battle big black marlin on the great barrier reef! Twelve thirty minute episodes showcase the best angling and destinations on the planet. Season three of Adventure Angler TV sets the benchmark of fishing TV even higher again.

Episode 2- Gippsland Lakes Bream premiers on Fox sports channel 501 Thursday night at 6.30pm EST. with repeats on 502 8am friday morning and channel 501 at 11.30am Sat morning.

The enormous Gippsland lakes system is a renowned bream fishery. Micah teams up with local bream angler- Mario Vucic to explore the regions best bream options, while living aboard a Bulls cruiser.


Dave Rae – Pro News
by Bradley 6th Feb 2012

Fishing World journalist, Dave Rae pro reviews now online.

To read Dave’s reviews click here.


Fishing World Subscription Giveaways
by Bradley 6th Feb 2012

Daiwa is proud to announce that beginning in January 2012, Daiwa Fishing World ads will feature a QR code in Fishing World advertisements. By scanning the QR code with your smart phone or tablet you will have the chance to win a free subscription to Fishing World magazine. All you have to do is enter your name and email address for your chance to win.

Look out for the March edition of Fishing World magazine with the new Catalina ad in all newsagencies or check out the website at www.fishingworld.com.au


Daiwa Service Dept Position Available
by Bradley 3rd Feb 2012

Daiwa Australia is looking for an enthusiastic new member for its service and spare parts department.

A successful applicant will be required to service/repair reels, pick/pack and send parts, email/converse/invoice clients both in retail and the public. Candidates should be open to learning and ready to be part of a team.

They will also require have good computer skills, significant mechanical aptitude and  be a service oriented person.

Applications should be emailed in strict confidence to peterm@daiwaaustralia.com.au


Fishing Addiction series 3 Episode 10
by Bradley 2nd Feb 2012

The new episodes return this Sunday at the slightly later time of 9.15am.

Episode 10 – The best of Season 3

Join us as we look back at some of the incredible fishing adventures we have had over season 3. From giant Kingfish in New Zealand to Monster Black Bass in New Guinea, the series has been nothing short of amazing. Relive some of the surprises and reactions of our winners as they chase $10,000 worth of fishing gear with the Fishing Addiction challenge.

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.


Trout stocking delivers better fishing
by Bradley 2nd Feb 2012

Almost 700,000 trout and salmon were stocked into 135 waters last year by the Victorian Coalition Government to improve fishing opportunities for freshwater fishers.
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Peter Walsh said 2011 was a big year for trout production at the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Snobs Creek fish hatchery, as many lakes had filled following drought-breaking rains and were in terrific condition to be stocked.
“Several of our newly filled lakes produced outstanding fishing last year so it made sense to stock them again with help from revenue obtained through the sale of recreational fishing licences,” Mr Walsh said.
The stand-out performer in 2011 was Lake Bolac, which produced large numbers of rainbow trout between 2kg and 3kg.
Other standout performers last year were Lake Tooliorook, Hepburn Lagoon and Lake Elingamite which provided exceptional trout fishing for fly, bait and lure anglers.
Further afield, several waters received trout for the first time in years including Lake Toolondo in the Wimmera, which was once one of Victoria’s most productive and popular trout fisheries. It was stocked with 40,000 brown trout and 5,000 rainbow trout.
“Before the drought, Lake Toolondo was known to produce brown trout over 4kg so there are many people hoping our stocking pays dividends in years to come,” Mr Walsh said.
Lake Marma, near Murtoa, and Pykes Creek Reservoir, near Ballan, were also additions to the stocking list in 2011, receiving 1,000 and 5,000 trout respectively.
All trout stocked this year were produced at the Snobs Creek hatchery which has greatly benefited from recent upgrades.
For more about fish stocking and a full list of waters stocked with trout and native fish, such as Murray cod and golden perch, visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishing


Adventure Angler Series 3 Starts Tonight
by Bradley 2nd Feb 2012

Season three off the popular Adventure Angler TV series with Micah Adams is about to hit the screens again. This year, Micah and the boys ride jet skis down the remote west side of Cape York, do a hard core bush walk in Tassies western lakes. They catch big bream, discover the history of the Tongariro river and battle big black marlin on the great barrier reef! Twelve thirty minute episodes showcase the best angling and destinations on the planet.  Season three of Adventure Angler TV sets the benchmark of fishing TV even higher again.

Episode 1. Departing from the tip of Cape York, Micah Adams and Shannon Watson take the challenge of one rod each, one jet ski and one huge day! They ride almost one hundred  kilometres down the west side of the Cape, and find unbelievable beach fishing along the way.

Adventure Angler Series Three starts this Thursday at 6.30pm on Foxsports Channel 502.


New 2012 Exist debuts
by Bradley 1st Feb 2012

New 2012 Exist debuts.

For more information click here.

Available in stores March 2012.


Catalina – 2012 Online
by Bradley 1st Feb 2012

The long awaited replacement for the Catalina spinning reels debuts today and will be available instores early March 2012.

For more details click here.