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Lexa 100H and HL now available
by Bradley 22nd Oct 2012

The new Lexa 100H and HL is now available. For more information click here.


Lexa 300H now available
by Bradley 22nd Oct 2012

The new Lexa 300H is now available. For more information click here.


Laguna rods have arrived
by Bradley 24th Sep 2012

The new high performance Laguna rods for anglers on a budget or those who want a back up rod have arrived. For more information click here.

 

 


Team Daiwa T rods
by Bradley 28th Nov 2011

The new Team Daiwa T rods will be available through BCF stores Australia wide from the middle of December.

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Join Us on Facebook
by Bradley 21st Nov 2011

Join us a on Facebook and get the latest gear updates, fishing news, greatest links plus lots of giveaways! This week were giving away 5 copies of the latest “Fishing DVD” to five lucky Facebook fans.

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T3 Ballistic has arrived
by Bradley 4th Nov 2011

The revolutionary T3 Ballistic has arrived.

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T3 has arrived
by Bradley 4th Nov 2011

The revolutionary T3 baitcaster in righthand has arrived.

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Vic anglers hooked on record fish restockings
by Bradley 28th Sep 2011

The Victorian Government has stocked more than two million native fish into Victorian lakes
and rivers to improve inland angling opportunities for recreational fishers.

Minister for Agriculture and Food Security Peter Walsh was at Lake Eildon today to help
release some of the broodstock kept at the Snobs Creek hatchery to breed the young fish.

“This is a record: never before have two million fish been released into Victoria’s waterways,”
Mr Walsh said.

“The fish – including golden perch, Murray cod, Australian bass, silver perch, trout cod and
Macquarie perch – were stocked across more than 80 lakes and rivers. Anglers will soon be
reaping the rewards with most expected to be of a catchable size within two years.”

Mr Walsh said the recovery of drought-affected fisheries had been prioritised, with extra funds
from recreational fishing licence revenue used to boost stocking numbers.

“These stockings are a boon for communities such as Lake Eildon and Snobs Creek which
benefit greatly from the social and economic activity inland fishing generates,” Mr Walsh said.

“A report prepared for VRFish estimates that, in north east Victoria alone, the recreational
fishing industry creates 1100 jobs and an annual turnover of almost $178 million.

“About 1.1 million golden perch, or yellowbelly, were stocked with the majority released into
Lake Eildon (200,000), Nagambie Lakes (200,000), Lake Hume (150,000), Lake Eppalock
(70,000), Loddon River (50,000), Campaspe River (40,000), Kangaroo Lake (20,000) and
Taylor Lake at Horsham (40,000).

“More than 800,000 Murray cod were also released over summer, nearly double the previous
record of this iconic freshwater species. The increase in Murray cod can largely be attributed
to the start of a three-year program to stock one million Murray cod into Lake Eildon.”

Other Murray cod stockings include Lake Eppalock (110,000), Nagambie Lake (50,000),
Loddon River (20,000), Gunbower Creek (20,000), Avoca River, (10,000), Meran Lake
(20,000), Cairn Curran Reservoir (30,000), Kangaroo Lake (20,000) and Lake Boga (15,000).

Mr Walsh said more than 102,000 Australian bass, 36,000 silver perch and smaller numbers
of trout cod and Macquarie perch were also released.

For a comprehensive list of native fish stocking locations visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishing


Pro News Updated
by Bradley 13th Sep 2011

The Pro News section has been updated and divided into individual sections for each angler. More updates coming soon from other Pro Staff and new stories/reviews. Click on any of the Pro Staff below to go straight through to their sections.

Mark Berg

Micah Adams

Mark Gerkovich

Warren Keelan

Lure and Fly

Sami Omari

Jamie Robley

Bradley Sissins


New Daiwa Freams in stores this week.
by Bradley 22nd Aug 2011

The long awaited Freams will be instores this week. For more information on these reels click here.


New Airtorque coming soon.
by Bradley 12th Aug 2011

The introduction of the new Airtorque range will set a new standard for delivering high performance rods without high prices. Using the latest carbon design available and by combining 30 tonne carbon with a micro pitch taper, Airtorque delivers an incredibly light and powerful yet amazingly strong blank that will stop literally any light tackle sportfish.

But a blank isn’t everything and that’s why Airtorque employs Fuji’s new alconite “K” guides, these guides dramatically reduce line wrap and improve line speed for faster more accurate casting. Added to this Daiwa uses customized Fuji ACS/VSS reel seats, custom alloy componentry and ultra tough EVA grips, to produce a highly spec’d rod series that has never been available at this price level ever before.

For more information click here.


New Super Performance Low Budget Laguna
by Bradley 10th Aug 2011

The new Laguna is Daiwa’s finest budget baitcaster reel ever developed. For superior cast control it features Magforce which controls the spool speed to avoid over runs, but the new design features an open access low profile frame for more thumb control.

Its hand fitting comfort and high performance matched with its amazingly low price makes it ideal for anglers wanting to venture into baitcaster reels.

For more information click here.


Saltist HRF Type II debuts today.
by Bradley 10th Aug 2011

In 2011 Daiwa has upgraded one of the country’s favourite baitcaster reels with an all new UTD drag and cosmetics. So if your fishing takes you into the rugged salt water’s of the Australian coast then the all new Saltist HRF Type II is just what you’re looking for if you need a tough high-capacity, low-profile reel. Designed for either braided lines or monofilament, the Saltist HRF Type II will tackle any medium to heavy saltwater action you care to throw at it, from barramundi and jacks up north to mulloway and flathead down south.

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Z200H now available
by Bradley 9th Aug 2011

The new Z200h is now available.

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Pixy PX Type R
by Bradley 9th Aug 2011

The new Pixy PX Type R has just landed.

The finesse anglers dream reel, the new Pixy PX Type R is Daiwa’s ultimate lightweight baitcaster. Developed specifically for Japans high pressure, high intensity bass fisheries, where anglers are required to use ultra light lines and lures to tempt fish into striking.

The new shallow Super duraluminium “air” spool will spin with the lightest of weights, right down to small bream and trout sized lures, casting effortlessly and accurately. While the finesse Magforce Z system will apply breaking when necessary to prevent over-run.

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Lake Boga Restocking
by Bradley 11th May 2011

Lake Boga restocking to lure recreational fishers

The Victorian Coalition Government is boosting recreational fishing opportunities at Lake Boga by resuming stocking of the iconic Murray cod.

Minister for Agriculture and Food Security and The Nationals Member for Swan Hill Peter Walsh today helped release 15,000 cod fingerlings into the lake.

“Over time these cod will lure more recreational fishers to our region, boosting Lake Boga’s economy and re-establishing the lake as a popular fishing destination,” Mr Walsh said.

“It will have flow-on effects, not just for Lake Boga businesses which depend heavily on recreational activities such as fishing and boating, but also for Kerang and Swan Hill.”

Mr Walsh said Lake Boga had been doing it tough in recent years after the lake completely dried up in 2008.

“The last time the lake was stocked was in 2005 and 2006 when small numbers of golden perch and Murray cod were released,” Mr Walsh said.

“Restocking is again possible thanks to the spring and summer rainfall which refilled the lake.

“The fish will grow to a catchable size in the next three to five years and will help make Lake Boga a great recreational fishery again.”

Mr Walsh said revenue raised from the sale of recreational fishing licences was funding the restocking of Lake Boga.

“The Victorian Coalition Government is committed to returning all revenue raised from the sale of recreational fishing licences to the industry for infrastructure works, restocking and education programs,” Mr Walsh said.

“We are also providing an extra $16.2 million over the next four years to breed more fish and provide more opportunities for recreational fishers.

“Lake Boga is one of 17 lakes and rivers being restocked by Fisheries Victoria with native fish this month as inland waters recover from the drought,” Mr Walsh said.


T3 Details now online.
by Bradley 5th May 2011

The information on the new upcoming T3 baitcasters due for release in mid winter is now online.

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New Native fish hatchery
by Bradley 18th Apr 2011

Native fish hatchery to improve recreational fishing

Victoria’s new native fish production facility at Snobs Creek will significantly boost the supply of fish for restocking, Minister for Agriculture Peter Walsh said today.
Opening the new hatchery this morning, Mr Walsh said the Baillieu Government was committed to improving opportunities for Victoria’s recreational fishers.
“The completion of this $1.9 million project will allow for a significant increase in the production of traditional recreational fishing species such as Murray cod and golden perch,” Mr Walsh said.
“It will help replenish native fish stocks in our rivers and lakes and provide future opportunities for recreational fishing.
“Importantly, the new native fish hatchery will also expand our capacity to breed endangered fish such as trout cod and Macquarie perch.
“The upgrades have seen a series of new ponds built to accommodate brood fish, three new plankton ponds for juvenile fish and an eco-friendly wetland for the treatment of effluent water.
“It also includes new state-of-the-art facilities for incubating and rearing native fish.”
Mr Walsh said the new native fish facilities complemented the trout and salmon production capacity at Snobs Creek.
“The Coalition Government has approved the allocation of funding to expand and upgrade the Snobs Creek trout hatchery,” Mr Walsh said.
“About $218,000 has been allocated from revenue raised through the sale of recreational fishing licences to buy fish tanks, a fish counter and fish grader as well as increasing water flow and oxygen supply to the salmonid hatching house.
“The funds will also be used to secure the supply of up to 140,000 yearling trout (mainly brown trout) to stock drought recovery waters over the next two years.”
Mr Walsh said the Coalition Government recognised the importance of recreational fishing to Victoria’s economy and was committed to ensuring a healthy future for the industry.


FISHING IDEAS WANTED FROM REEL VICTORIANS
by Bradley 7th Mar 2011

Recreational anglers can ‘have their say’ about fisheries management issues at 12 roundtable forums
being held across Victoria in May and June.
This is the third year that Fisheries Victoria has toured regional Victoria listening to anglers and updating
them about what is happening with their fisheries.

Fisheries Victoria Executive Director, Anthony Hurst said last year’s forums had generated dozens of good ideas.
“We have taken many of these ideas on board and implemented them,” Mr Hurst said.
“These include stocking larger numbers of freshwater fish or stocking more frequently and planning to build
more fishing reefs like those off Frankston, Seaford and Aspendale.

“The first meeting will be at Frankston Yacht Club on Wednesday, May 11 and the final one at the Bendigo
Legion Angling Club on Thursday, June 30.

“These meetings are a great way for anglers to suggest improvements for their sport.
Come along and learn more about developing new fisheries, fish stocking in waters recovering from
drought and floods, what local Fisheries Officers have been doing and infrastructure improvements in your
area such as fish cleaning tables and fishing platforms.

“We want all fishers to contribute new project ideas that enhance fishing across the state,” Mr Hurst said.

Location  Date  Time  Venue
Frankston  Wednesday 11 May  7pm  Frankston Yacht Club, Long Island Drive
Geelong  Tuesday 17 May  7pm  Geelong & District Anglers Clubs & Fish Protection Society, 9 Yuille Street, Geelong West
Portland  Wednesday 18 May  7pm  Portland Arts Centre, Cnr Glenelg & Bentick Streets
Shepparton  Wednesday 25 May  7pm  Country Comfort Parklake, 481 Wyndham Street
Mansfield  Tuesday 7 June  7pm  Mansfield Community Centre, Bank Place
Corryong  Wednesday 8 June  7pm  Memorial Hall, 79 Harris Street
Mildura  Wednesday 15 June  7pm  Mildura Visitor Info Centre, 180-190 Deakin Avenue
Port Albert  Tuesday 21 June  7pm  Port Albert Hall, Victoria Street
Bemm River  Wednesday 22 June  7pm  Bemm River Community Centre, 12 Roberts Road
Swan Hill  Tuesday 28 June  7pm  Swan Hill Town Hall, 53-57 McCallum Street
Horsham  Wednesday 29 June  7pm  Banksia Room, DPI Office, 110 Natimuk Road
Bendigo  Thursday 30 June  7pm  Bendigo Legion Angling Club Station St, Kangaroo Flat


Lk Nagambie Fisheries Research Underway
by Bradley 13th Jan 2011

Fisheries Victoria scientists have begun surveying Lake Nagambie and the anglers who fish there to determine the success of recent fish stocking.
Fisheries Victoria Executive Director, Anthony Hurst, said native fish stocking was reintroduced into Lake Nagambie in 2008 when 200,000 golden perch and 100,000 Murray cod fingerlings were released.
By the end of this summer, more than 600,000 golden perch and 150,000 Murray cod will have been stocked into Lake Nagambie over a three year period.
“It is now time to start evaluating how those fish have survived and grown using two different approaches,” Mr Hurst said.
“The first will involve interviewing anglers between December and Easter about their catch, time spent fishing, their target species and level of angling satisfaction.
“The second approach involves directly sampling the fish in Lake Nagambie to quantify the survival, growth and proportion of stocked fish within the overall populations.
“If the stocked fish are abundant, it indicates that fish stocking has been successful so far and anglers can look forward to better fishing in years to come.
“It is hoped the interviews with anglers might also reveal keen fishers who are willing to play a bigger role in monitoring stocked fish over the longer term.
“We’d like avid anglers to be an ongoing point of contact for Fisheries Victoria scientists so we can use their information to help gauge the success of the stocking program and fine tune our management strategies.
“With more native fish scheduled for release this summer, it will be important to assess the benefits from stocking using the best and most cost effective research available through the Fisheries Research Branch.
“The stockings and fisheries assessment are well supported by the Nagambie Angling Club, whose members are keen to see the fishery return to its former glory as a regional fishing hot-spot for locals and visitors.”
For more about fish stocking visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishing