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This Hi Tide Fishing Show, brought to you by Blake's Marine, is packed with fishing reports, Christmas gift ideas for anglers, and essential safety tips!The show opens with hosts Grant and the team welcoming listeners and noting the week's weather—a little rain and some hot weather. They're all thinking about fishing this weekend, except for Lisa, who's putting together an easy plum pudding to go with her Sue and Dev's Seafood.Fishing Reports and ForecastsSunshine Coast: Kieran Reekie reports the forecast is 28 degrees with light showers. Offshore fishing is okay, with all species available, including Marlin. The Maroochie River, particularly the creeks, is the place for mangrove jack and flathead.South Coast: Greg Reed from Pro-Lure Australia mentions the South Coast is dry and could use a little rain to help with the prawn run. The Basin is a standout, with plenty of good mulloway being caught and released by many anglers. The shallows have heated up to about 24 degrees. Fishing is good now, but Greg warns that the fish will become noise-shy once the holiday influx of boats and people begins.Ross O'Brien (Captain Roscoe) on the South Coast: Mentions a catch of snapper, herch, bonito, trawler tuna, and Mahi Mahi. Flathead fishing is good up the river under the train line and Minnamurra. There's also good snapper near the Kiama blowhole. The segment notes the bag limit for Mahi Mahi: a limit of 10, a minimum size of 60cm, and only one fish over 110cm.Christmas Gift and Gear TalkIn-Depth Christmas Gifts: Steve Baller, visiting Suffolk Sports in Lismore, discusses great, personalized Christmas gifts for fishermen of all ages. He recommends avoiding big chain store gift vouchers. Popular items include lures matched to where the person fishes, multi-tools, braid scissors, fillet knives, and the handy ceramic line cutters that can be glued to a bait board.Kids' Starter Gear: For younger anglers, kits with everything needed are available. Steve advises on a light rod and upgrading the reel on combos to avoid "dodgy" reels with springy line.Empire Fishing and Boating: Tyler joins the show to talk about his store in Woy Woy and fishing spots like Edelong Beach (for tailor on gang hooks and pillards) and the Woy Woy area (for flathead on soft plastics).Boat and Safety TalkTech Tip of the Week (Life Jackets): Alan Blake focuses on the importance of life jackets. Tips include reading instructions, adjusting them to fit properly, adding a name, and using a crutch strap to prevent the jacket from riding up in the water. He also suggests a Man Overboard (MOB) device for offshore fishing and a saltwater-activated light. Special attention is given to children's life jackets: they must be the correct size, brightly coloured, and foam-type (like Type 1) are recommended over inflatables for small kids to support the chest and head.Blake's Marine Holiday Hours: Blake's Marine is open over the Christmas break but closed on public holidays and Sundays.This show is an essential listen for getting ready for the Christmas break, whether you're shopping for a loved one or planning your own fishing trip!

This week on Hi Tide, proudly brought to you by Blake’s Marine, the Fishing Fellas kick off the show with a warm welcome, a hot-weather warning and a stack of coastal and offshore fishing chat as we roll towards summer. With a proper blast of heat on the way, the crew talk about planning your day around the forecast, staying sun-safe and making smart decisions before you launch the boat or hit the beach.We cross to Kieran for the latest marine weather outlook and safety reminder, including extreme heat, staying covered up, carrying plenty of water and that simple mantra: if in doubt, don’t go out. From there it’s straight into an up-to-date NSW fishing report, starting with Narrowbean Bait & Tackle on Pittwater and the northern beaches, with tailor, salmon, bream, flathead, whiting, kingfish and jewfish on offer, plus beach gutters and rock spots that are producing fish. We then head north to Fishing Tackle Australia in Coffs Harbour for news of marlin, dolphinfish, yellowfin, snapper, pearl perch and kingfish out around the islands, headlands and wider marks.Politics and access are front and centre as the team catch up with Mark Banasiak from the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party to wrap up the year in fishing politics. Mark explains what’s happening with proposed fishing bans and restrictions in parts of Western Australia, how one spearfisher’s actions have triggered calls to lock up big pieces of coastline, and why it’s so important to have someone “batting for rec fishers” when decisions are being made. They talk about enforcement, media coverage, the risk of punishing everyone for the actions of a few and what anglers can do to stay informed.The show also looks ahead to storytelling and offshore adventure with Lawrie McEnally and Peter Sayre. Lawrie is back with more tales from the coast, while Peter checks in from Gladstone, sitting on the bridge of a serious live-aboard boat loaded with high-end electronics. He talks about life aboard, the incredible sonar and sounder setup with big transducers and side-scan, and the run of striped marlin and yellowfin tuna that have been hanging around since late autumn. There’s chat about sounder horsepower, reading the bottom, upgrading your own electronics and how much difference good gear and a switched-on skipper like Scotty East can make.To round things out, the Fishing Fellas dive into some good old-fashioned boat-ramp and on-water etiquette. They cover drinking and decision-making on boats, why you don’t want to be alcohol-affected if something goes wrong, and how simple manners at the ramp – patience, preparation and thinking ahead – can stop a perfect day from turning into chaos when the wind change sends everyone back to the trailer at once.If you’re chasing a NSW fishing report from Pittwater, the northern beaches and Coffs Harbour, plus straight-talking coverage of Western Australian fishing bans, Gladstone marlin and yellowfin, marine electronics and ramp etiquette, this episode of Hi Tide is packed with guests, politics, stories and practical tips to help you plan your next trip.

This week on Hi Tide, proudly brought to you by Blake’s Marine, the Fishing Fellas wrap up a wild week of weather and look ahead to a big summer of fishing, camping and time on the water. After storms and bruising conditions across parts of NSW and Queensland, the team talk about reading the forecast, knowing your limits and making smart calls before you launch the boat or head to the beach.We cross north to Kieran Reekie with an update on the latest marine weather and coastal conditions, including what the week of rain, wind and sunshine has done for the bite. There’s a fresh Maroochydore report, with whiting in the river, mangrove jack in the creeks and good flathead caught on lures and live baits. Kieran also reinforces a simple message for everyone on the water: if in doubt, don’t go out.The crew spend time on the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) – how did the cost of their new internet site blow out so much. What is the truth behind the spend, where has the money gone and what did we get,.From there they dive into a conversation about so-called “sharky water” – those times when the colour, smell and feel of the ocean just doesn’t sit right. They talk about flooded, brown water, foam lines, eerie conditions and the way the hairs stand up on the back of your neck when something feels off. It’s a reminder to trust your instincts, pick your days and never be afraid to pull the pin if it doesn’t look or feel safe, no matter what the forecast says.Looking ahead, the Fishing Fellas are looking forward to hearing from Stephen Bowler, who is sharing safety tips for camping in and around our national parks – from watching the weather and the terrain to being aware of hidden dangers that can catch people out. They also flag upcoming chats with legendary coastal angler Paul Burt and Matt from Salamander Bay, who will be talking through Port Stephens and Salamander Bay fishing options, local species and how to make the most of a day on the water around that part of the coast.The program closes with thanks to Kieran Reekie and the rest of the Hi Tide family, along with one last reminder to watch the BOM, keep an eye on the sky, stay safe around sharks, surf and storms, and enjoy your time outdoors. If you are chasing a friendly, easy-to-follow mix of NSW and Queensland fishing updates, BOM weather chat, shark-sense talk and camping safety tips, this episode of Hi Tide will help you plan smarter trips on both land and sea.Facebook Post 🎣 On this week’s Hi Tide, proudly brought to you by Blake’s Marine:• Kieran Reekie with the latest marine weather and a Maroochydore fishing update • How to use BOM forecasts, warnings and radar to decide when it’s safe to head out • A down-to-earth chat about recognising “sharky water” and trusting your instincts • Looking ahead to Stephen Bowler with camping safety tips in and around our national parks • Plus upcoming segments with Paul Burt and Matt from Salamander Bay on Port Stephens and coastal fishingTune in for weather, safety and plenty of fishing talk to help you plan your next trip.LIVE SATURDAY AT 8AM

This week on Hi Tide with the Fishing Fellas on Coast FM, brought to you by Blake’s Marine, we’ve packed the show with safety advice, tech tips and a full NSW fishing report.We kick off with Mr Alex Barrell from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) talking all things EPIRBs and distress beacons – how accidental activations happen, why correct storage and registration are critical, and why a mobile phone is not enough once you head offshore. If you run a boat, this chat is a must-listen before the Christmas rush.Then Alan Blake from Blake’s Marine delivers this week’s tech tip on towing and reversing boat trailers. He explains how trailer length affects how quickly it reacts, why small moves on the steering wheel matter, and why it’s worth practising in an empty car park before you try backing down a busy ramp in holiday traffic.We head down the coast with Greg Reid from Pro Lure Australia, who files a detailed St Georges Basin and South Coast estuary report. Greg covers trolling hard bodies for flathead, crankbaits for bream, and runs through the latest on the Clone Prawn, Kalka 82 and new golden shrimp colours that will be doing damage this summer.Legendary fishing writer Lawrie McEnally checks in from South West Rocks ahead of a trip on Haven Charters’ Freedom. Lawrie talks about heading offshore with skipper Scott, using big sounders and live baits to target kingfish and reef species, and why jumping on a charter every now and then can teach even experienced anglers a few new tricks.We wrap the coastal picture with Captain Roscoe’s South Coast report, covering local rivers, rock walls and long surf beaches. He shares where flathead, bream and other bread-and-butter species are biting, along with a reminder that while the rock ledges and beaches can fish well, the ocean can still “jump up and bite you” if the swell picks up.If you’re chasing an up-to-date NSW fishing report with expert guests, safety advice from AMSA, practical trailer tips from Blake’s Marine, lure and estuary tactics from Pro Lure, and coastal reports from South West Rocks to the deep south, this episode of Hi Tide is loaded with local knowledge to help you plan your next session.

This week on Hi Tide, proudly brought to you by Blake’s Marine, Grant and the crew kick off with a look at the weekend weather and boating conditions, chatting about stormy afternoons, wind shifts and how that all lines up with the six–week countdown to Christmas. It’s classic Hi Tide banter with a serious edge: getting your boat, trailer and gear sorted now so you’re ready for the holiday rush on the water.We’re joined by Kieran with a big NSW and interstate fishing report. He runs through offshore action on marlin, yellowfin and other pelagics, beach and rock sessions producing salmon, tailor, bream and whiting, and estuary systems holding flathead, bream, whiting and mullet. Kieran also checks in on the dams and rivers, with updates from places like Coffs Harbour, Ebor and the New England impoundments, where yellowbelly and trout are responding to rising water and recent storms. There’s also a chat about barramundi and threadfin salmon in the Logan and Albert Rivers, and the ongoing debate around gill netting and pressure on sportfishing stocks.Then Alan Blake from Blake’s Marine drops a must-hear tech tip on boat steering and maintenance. He explains why October is “steering month” in the workshop, how saltwater gets into steering cables and tilt tubes, what to do if your helm starts to feel heavy, and when it’s worth upgrading to hydraulic steering. If you tow, launch and retrieve your own boat, this segment is packed with practical advice that can save you money and prevent breakdowns during peak season.We head inland to Tenterfield and the New England region with Stephen Bowler, who talks about big rain, hail, rising rivers and how that all helps the Murray cod and yellowbelly fishing. Stephen walks through his approach to native fish on surface lures – from where to cast around snags and under willows, to how slowly to work the lure and why you need to count “one-two” before striking when a cod boofs your lure off the top.Keeping an eye on politics and access, the Hi Tide team also speak with Mark Banasiak from the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party. Mark has just come off a marathon 16-hour debate in Parliament, and he explains what the proposed changes could mean for workers, outdoor users and regional communities. He also previews a family-friendly carp fishing competition aimed at cleaning up local waterways and promoting citizen science.To round out the show, we head down the coast with Captain Roscoe from Kiama, who delivers a detailed NSW South Coast fishing report. Roscoe talks about rock, beach and estuary options around the Kiama region, with early-morning sessions producing bream, snapper and other bread-and-butter species, plus tips on timing the tides, fishing the gutters and staying safe when the swell stands up on the ledges.If you’re chasing a fresh NSW fishing report – from offshore pelagics and Central Coast beaches to New England cod, Logan and Albert River barra debates and Kiama South Coast action – this episode of Hi Tide is loaded with guests, local knowledge and practical tips to help you plan your next session.

This week on Hi Tide, proudly brought to you by Blake’s Marine, the Fishing Fellas look ahead to a busy run into Christmas with a mix of boating safety, reef adventures, politics and a full NSW South Coast fishing report.We cross first to Kieran up in Queensland, who runs through the latest marine weather outlook and reminds boaties that if you’re thinking about heading offshore, an EPIRB is just as important as sunscreen and a hat. It’s a simple message – if in doubt, don’t go out – but with storms, wind changes and crowded waterways on the way, it’s one that can literally save lives.Back in the studio, Alan Blake from Blake’s Marine delivers this week’s tech and safety tip for skippers. Fresh from the Wooden Boat Festival at Royal Motor Yacht Club Broken Bay, Alan talks about the importance of giving your family and mates a proper pre-departure safety briefing – where the lifejackets are, how to move around the boat, what to do if someone falls overboard and how to call for help. Whether you’ve just bought your first tinny or run a larger cruiser, it’s a timely reminder before the holiday crowds hit the ramps.We then head offshore with Peter Sayre, who has just returned from a big trip through the Whitsundays, Swains Reef and the Capricorn/Bunker Group. Peter reports on coral health, currents and tides, explains how strong four-knot flows made some parts of the Swains too dangerous to dive, and shares what he saw on reef flats, green zones and trout country. From spectacular stag and elk horn coral to the odd patch of dead reef, it’s a detailed, first-hand look at how this part of the Great Barrier Reef is really faring.Keeping an eye on policy and access, the team catch up with Mark Banasiak from the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party in the NSW Upper House. Mark talks about white spot disease in prawns, how it arrived via imported product, what bans and biosecurity measures have been put in place, and why rec fishers are being told prawn meat is fine to eat but not to use for bait. It’s an important chat for anyone who buys green prawns and cares about protecting local waterways.From there we swing down the coast to Greg Reid on the NSW South Coast, who files a detailed St Georges Basin and estuary report. Greg explains how cold water and swell have made the beaches and inshore scene tougher, while the estuaries are holding bream and flathead that are responding well to prawn baits and crankbaits in the shallows. He also talks about the Basin being a classic wind-driven fishery, what conditions suit lures best, and how the bream push back into the system when ocean temps drop.To close out the show we head to Kiama with Captain Roscoe, who rounds up the South Coast rock, beach and offshore bite. Roscoe chats about dolphinfish (mahi-mahi) and other pelagics around the FADs, as well as big flathead on the drop-offs and the current size and bag limits that apply. He also touches on local gutters, early-morning sessions and why it’s worth burning a bit of diesel to find clean water and bait.If you’re chasing a fresh NSW and South Coast fishing report, real-world insight from the Great Barrier Reef and Swains, plus straight-talking boating safety and fisheries policy, this episode of Hi Tide is packed with guests, local knowledge and practical tips to help you plan your next trip.

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This week on Hi Tide, proudly brought to you by Blake’s Marine, the Fishing Fellas roll through a big mix of weather, boating safety, access battles and fishing reports from the coast to the dams as we edge closer to Christmas.The show kicks off with a look back at Gone Fishing Day and the putt-putt action on the Central Coast, then into a fresh marine weather outlook. With changeable conditions, storms and wind shifts on the way, the team talk about fishing to your ability, keeping an eye on the sky and getting the boat, trailer and safety gear sorted before the Christmas rush.We cross to Kieran Reekie for a broad NSW and coastal fishing snapshot, reminding listeners to slip, slop, slap, wear a hat and never forget the life jacket. From offshore options to beaches and estuaries, it’s all about matching your plans to the forecast and coming home safe.Tackle and boat prep are front and centre as Grant, Alan and Malcolm dive into this week’s tech tip on anchors, rope and chain. They explain how UV and salt damage anchor ropes, how much chain you should run (often 50–75% of your boat length), why three to five times the depth in rope is a good starting point, and when a stern anchor or spare anchor setup can save the day. There are practical tips on untangling a twisted warp, checking gear before a trip and organising mooring lines so you aren’t scrambling when the wind gets up.Access and politics come into focus with Boating Industry Association’s Neil Patchett, who outlines concerns over a proposal to exclude powered vessels from parts of Port Stephens. Neil explains how the idea emerged with little consultation, why a blanket ban on all powered boats is worrying in a region built on boating, and why proper engagement with locals, fishos and industry is essential before any changes are locked in.We then head down the coast to St Georges Basin and the NSW South Coast with Greg Reid, who files an estuary-focused report. Greg talks about how freshwater and sand build-up are changing some cockleweed mounds, what that means for bream and flathead, and how bass in the Shoalhaven River are making the most of extra flow. He runs through lure choices like surface tail baits and prawn imitations, and simple tactics kids can use in the shallows.Staying on the South Coast, Captain Roscoe from Kiama checks in with a rock, beach and estuary wrap, including prawn-baiting rock walls, working beach gutters and chasing reef fish when the swell and water colour line up. He talks honestly about days when fish are finicky, and why a bit of patience and local knowledge still puts a feed in the esky.We also head inland with Stephen Bowler from Tenterfield, who gives an update on native fishing in the New England region. Stephen touches on current water levels, recent wet phases, the behaviour of Murray cod and yellowbelly, and why careful handling and quick release are so important as we move into a hotter, drier summer.If you’re chasing a coastal and inland NSW fishing report plus real-world boating advice – from anchor setups and safety messaging to Port Stephens access issues, South Coast estuaries and New England natives – this episode of Hi Tide is loaded with guests, local knowledge and practical tips to help you plan your next session.

big show today with lots of great content. Enjoy.

This weeks show in full

The show in full. Have a great long weekend all.

Holiday time, lets get out and about.

The show in full

The show in Full

A big show this week where we travel around the world literally.

The latest fishing news and view. I hope you enjoy.

The show in full

The Hi Tide podcast for the week with a live cross to Paul Burt at the boat show.

One week to go until the boat show. Time to get out and have some fun

Not a great weekend for fishing so please enjoy talking about it.