Weekly Fishing Report

We’re happy to report that the weather was beautiful for the Queenfish and Trevally Rally last weekend, and the winning fish was a GT.

If you’re not already a member of the Whitsunday Game Fish Club, we recommend becoming one. Not only is it fun getting involved in local fishing comps, it’s also a great way to connect with the local fishing community and make new friendships.

Dam
Based on the reports we’ve received, fishing at the dam the past week has been much better than the week prior, with several great barramundi being caught.

The weed points and shallow bays are still producing, but as was the case last week, the basin is where the majority of fish have been coming from. We recommend slow trolling using 4m+ deep diving lures.

Estuary
There have been a number of quality mangrove jacks caught this past week, especially around the Lethebrook systems.

Small barramundi (rats) are also being caught in great numbers in some of the freshwater creeks.

Islands & Offshore
Conditions offshore have continued to be pretty unfavourable, but anglers who have headed out despite the wind have certainly been rewarded with trophy-sized trout.

If tuna is what you’re after, get excited, as there are plenty around. If these are what you’re targeting, metal twisty lures are very effective.

Thankfully, the wind won’t be too bad this weekend, so get out and make the most of it!

Best of luck out there!

Contributed with thanks to Beth Hockley and Jason Fisher from Tackle World Airlie Beach

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