News Archive
Help recreational fishers have a strong voice in the development of a south coast marine park
As one of WA’s great recreational fishing landscapes, the south coast is hugely important for tens of thousands of recreational fishers, providing spectacular fishing opportunities from both shore and boat. (more…
Scott’s Species – threadfin salmon, a fantastic-looking and tough sportfish
I must admit, writes Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan in this week’s edition of Scott’s Species, if there is one fish I wish I’d caught more of, it would be threadfin salmon! Fantastic looking and…
Fishing tourism sector is a major driver in WA’s blue economy, research finds
The fishing tourism sector makes a significant contribution to WA’s blue economy and a valued service to recreational fishers who spend more than $110.9 million each year on charter fishing tours helping support…
Scott’s Species – longtail tuna, an exciting speedster
Longtail tuna are a staple of WA fishing, writes Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan in this week’s edition of Scott’s Species. Also known as northern bluefin tuna, they are found from Geographe Bay…
Common sense cray pot rope rule change makes for easier rigging over summer
The previous all-round year rules around needing you to weight your craypot ropes 20m or longer now no longer applies between November to March. (more…)
An update on the latest west coast demersal stock assessment
It won’t be long before many fishers in the West Coast Bioregion start to turn their minds to catching a dhuie or pinkie for a traditional West Aussie Christmas seafood feed, with the re-opening of the west coast…
Don’t let the fish aggregating devices trial be a passing FAD – send us photos and videos of your catch!
For the past two summers, the popular fish aggregating devices (FADs) have created exciting new sportfishing opportunities across the State – especially for fishers in the State’s south. (more…)
Changing of the guard – a new Recfishwest Chairman takes the helm
Tuesday’s AGM was a great opportunity to celebrate Recfishwest’s achievements of the past 12 months. (more…)
Sewelly’s commitment to WA fishing earns Recfishwest Life Membership
Sharing knowledge, teaching the fishers of tomorrow, showcasing what WA fishing has to offer and standing up for fishers’ rights – Ian Sewell has long been one of Recfishwest’s and WA fishing’s quiet achievers and…
Recfishwest 2021 Annual General Meeting – celebrating a terrific 12 months for WA fishing
More places to fish and more fish to catch – Recfishwest has celebrated another successful 12 months working to make WA fishing even better. (more…)
Scott’s Species – brassy trevally, spectacular surface striking sportfish
Looking almost identical to a giant trevally, the little cousins of the GT are great fun in their own right while not growing to the huge sizes of their close relative, writes Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan in…
Get the most out of your fish with these great ‘how to’ filleting videos
An elite WA fish filleter has teamed up with Recfishwest to produce three ‘how to’ fillet videos to help you to get meatier fillets off your fish and better use out of what’s left over. (more…)
Another terrific ‘whites run’ expected for cray lovers this summer
Cray days are coming with the ‘whites run’ almost upon us. (more…)
Scott’s Species – bluenose salmon, a tough and fierce fighter
Catching a bluenose salmon never leaves Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan blue in the face. The seasoned fisher loves catching the sportfish when he’s in WA’s north and the species is the focus of…
Seeding the Sound’s snapper sanctuary back to health
Cockburn Sound – an incredible fishery on Perth’s doorstep. (more…)
Trout come to town as Fish in the ‘Burbs is another big hit
Trout fishing doesn’t have to be all about secluded leafy South West streams and dams as this weekend’s two-day Fish in the ‘Burbs event proved. (more…)
Nominate as a director for the Recfishwest Board to make WA fishing even better
Recfishwest is seeking nominations for candidates from across WA to be considered for appointment for three vacant positions on its Board of Directors. (more…)
Find out more and have your say on shaping a future south coast marine park
As one of WA’s great recreational fishing landscapes, the south coast is hugely important for tens of thousands of recfishers, providing sometimes spectacular fishing opportunities from the shore and from boats…