News Archive
Hundreds of fishers celebrate fantastic freshwater fishing at 2021 Troutfest
Despite the morning’s ominous grey clouds and the threat of rain, fishers’ spirits could not be dampened at 2021 Troutfest today as more than one thousand trout were released into Drakesbrook Weir. (more…
Scott’s Species – ruby snapper, a prize from the depths
Looking like a gigantic goldfish, ruby snapper are a common deep water catch in northern WA, writes Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan in the latest edition of Scott’s Species. (more…)
Join the fishing fun and catch a trout at Fish in the ‘Burbs
Do you want to catch a rainbow trout in the local park at a fun, family-friendly event? (more…)
State Government’s $13.5 million Cockburn Sound science commitment welcome but overdue
Recfishwest cautiously welcomed last week’s announcement by Ports Minister Rita Saffioti about the State Government investing $13.5 million in a multi-year marine science research program focusing on Cockburn Sound…
Scott’s Species – yellowfin tuna, a wonderful prized pelagic
Yellowfin tuna are a beautiful looking fish and a constant source of fascination for me, writes Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan in the latest edition of Scott’s Species. (more…)
Tackle industry national award for Recfishwest CEO
Recfishwest CEO Dr Andrew Rowland has been recognised for his dedication to making fishing better, accepting a national accolade from the Australian Fishing Trade Association. (more…)
A quality Quintrex prize to lure fishers at Kununurra’s 23rd Barra Bash
Fishing for barra in remote and atmospheric Kimberley waterways is one of the great northern WA fishing experiences. (more…)
Fishing communities weigh in for Fishing for Science
Did you know juvenile black marlin can grow up to 49mm and 740 grams a week, reach more than 1m in length in as few as 100 days and grow to 15kg within their first year? (more…)
Scott’s Species – red emperor, a fish worthy of the throne
Red emperor are fittingly named, given the species does indeed sit atop the throne for many demersal fishers in the northern half of WA, writes Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan in this week’s anticipated…
Help release thousands of trout into Drakesbrook Weir at 2021 Troutfest
South West fishers and families are being asked to roll up their sleeves and help release thousands of rainbow and brown trout into Drakesbrook Weir. (more…)
Fishability launches new chapter as purpose-built vessel hits the water
Fishing is a treasured part of the WA lifestyle and everyone should be able to have access to it — that includes fishers with disabilities. (more…)
Environmental watchdog backs protecting Exmouth Gulf’s wilderness fishing experience
Carefully observing the extended sand flat’s clear waters for predators patrolling the shallows. Permit, bonefish, giant herring, queenfish and many brute trevally species are lurking nearby, ready to take your fly…
Scott’s Species – baldchin groper, bullocking beasts with protruding teeth
Found from Busselton to Coral Bay usually, slow-growing baldchin groper are a favourite with shore and boat anglers in WA and are a fascinating fish, writes Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan in this week’s…
Apply for Round 12 of Recfishwest’s Community Grants program
Community groups can achieve amazing things, especially with a little support. (more…)
Spring into freshwater fishing with the help of an angling expert
Whether it’s at dams, rivers or streams, Recfishwest Operations Officer Sam Russell is among WA’s almost 8,000 freshwater fishing licence holders who love chasing trout across the South West. (more…)
Shark deterrent study makes headway in tackling WA’s frustrating bite-off issue
A recfishing licence-funded project exploring shark deterrent technology to address the mounting shark issue in WA’s north has delivered positive results. (more…)
Bagging ‘broodstock’ breeders to keep the barra flowing into Lake Kununurra
I cast a paddletail plastic, with a weedless hook and flasher, at a rock bar along the banks of the Lower Ord, writes Recfishwest Communications Officer Zach Relph. One crank of the reel, then let the paddletail…
Have your say on proposed Ammo Jetty designs to make sure it continues to be a metro fishing icon
The old Ammo Jetty is one of Perth’s most iconic fishing spots, with generations of metro fishers wetting a line from the structure for more than 30 years. (more…)