News Archive
An update on the State-wide possession limit review
During 2020, COVID-19 interstate and international travel restrictions saw many regional town centres experience an influx of domestic tourism which promoted many local fishers to contact Recfishwest concerned…
Scott’s Species – mangrove jack, an aggressive inshore opponent
In this week’s edition of Scott’s Species, Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan casts his attention to WA’s north and discusses a formidable inshore opponent — the mangrove jack. (more…)
Australia Day award recipient inspires recfishing community to great things
If ever you needed inspiration to get involved in helping the community – look no further than Exmouth’s Rusty Ellis. (more…)
Good news for Swan and Canning fishers and crabbers – no toxic Alexandrium algae detected in latest sampling
In some welcome news for the thousands of Perth fishers and crabbers who love to fish the Swan and Canning rivers, latest State Government water quality monitoring detected a zero presence of toxic Alexandrium…
Scott’s Species – bonefish, a dream target for saltwater fly anglers
Fresh off the plane after a trip to the Cocos Islands, Western Angler editor has Scott Coghlan is inspired to take an in-depth look at one of the species he caught on his holiday, bonefish, in the latest edition of…
Fitzroy River barra fishing films highlight concerns over water extraction proposals
“The Fitzroy River is our lifestyle, it’s our mental health, it connects the community – in a small town like Derby where there’s not a lot to do, everyone loves coming to the river,” says Mary Island Fishing Club’…
Recfishwest puts the call-out for candidates for recfishing sector Young Future Leaders program
Calling everyone with a passion for fishing who wants to positively influence WA’s fisheries management – applications for Recfishwest’s Next Wave Young Future Leaders Program are open! (more…)
Take extra care to return home safe from abalone fishing
Recfishwest is urging abalone fishers to be cautious of an expected higher than usual tide while gathering abalone this Saturday, after two Perth fishers tragically lost their lives on the season’s last fishing day…
UPDATE: 2021 Snapper Guardians event this Saturday – CANCELLED
UPDATE: 2021 Snapper Guardians CANCELLED due to COVID-19 restrictions (more…)
Scott’s Species – Australian salmon, a scintillating southern sportfish
Australian salmon, a scintillating southern sportfish sometimes dubbed “barra of the south”. With autumn and the annual salmon run fast-approaching, Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan takes a closer…
West coast demersal harvest strategy draft released for public comment – your comments wanted
Last week, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) released the draft West Coast Demersal Harvest Strategy for public comment. (more…)
Scott’s Species – bonito, light tackle sportfishing sensation
When talking about fun speedsters to do battle with while flicking the light tackle around, Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan finds it hard to look past bonito! In this week’s edition of Scott’s…
Metro FADs fighting fit as sportfishing action off Perth heats up
Big dolphinfish, wahoo, tuna and even a black marlin sighting, it’s safe to say the metropolitan fish aggregating devices (FADs) are producing unreal fishing action this season. (more…)
Christmas comes early for sportfishers with fantastic FADs going in the water
Sportfishers in the southern half of the State are celebrating an early Christmas present by heading out to fish aggregation devices (FADs) which have now been deployed off Perth, Rockingham, Albany — and for the…
Avid fisher and pole vault champ Emma George sets a high bar and joins the Recfishwest board
Australian pole vault champion Emma George has scaled the lofty heights of her sport to claim multiple world records and represent Australia at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. (more…)
Scott’s Species – spangled emperor, a fearless shallow water opponent
For Scott Coghlan, spangled emperor are one of the most underrated recreational fishing species in Australia. Spanglies put up an awesome fight, have striking colours and taste great too! Read what else Scott has…
Scott’s Species – flounder, an unusual looking yet fascinating fish
In the latest edition of Recfishwest’s exclusive weekly column, Scott’s Species, Western Angler editor Scott Coghlan discusses the fascinating flounder. (more…)
Liberals pledge $36 million for recfishing election package
The WA Liberals have released their recfishing election package, which pledges $36 million of spending on recreational fishing boosting activities, ahead of March’s State Election. (more…)