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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…)
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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…)
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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…
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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…)
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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…)
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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…)
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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…)
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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…
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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…)
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