Fishing SA Magazine

11/02/2025

Fishing SA Feb/March edition in all outlets 🎣

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On the Yorkes tuna 🎣

25/01/2025

20/01/2025

Fishers caught red handed with illegal Snapper catch

Three fishermen have been fined almost $4,000 after a routine inspection on the Fleurieu Peninsula
revealed they were in possession of 22 illegally caught Snapper.

Fisheries Officers from the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) conducted a routine
inspection of a boat returning from fishing near Cape Jervis earlier this month.

The officers questioned the three men who stated they had been fishing but denied having any fish on
board. The officers then conducted the inspection, finding an esky with 22 Snapper inside. After
measuring the fish, 20 were identified as under the legal minimum size of 38cm.

It was then revealed that the Snapper had been caught in waters to the west of Cape Jervis, where the
take and possession of Snapper is currently prohibited.
All of the fish were seized by Fisheries Officers, together with the esky that the fish were stored in.
The men were each issued with expiation notices with fines totaling almost $4,000 for offences under the
Fisheries Management Act 2007.

All of the seized fish have been provided to the South Australian Research and Development Institute’s
(SARDI) Aquatic Sciences team to assist with the ongoing research into Snapper in South Australia.
Acting Director of Operations Fisheries and Aquaculture at PIRSA, Matt Read, said such blatant
disregard of the rules was disappointing.

“Snapper is an important and iconic species in South Australia,” he said.

“The Snapper fishing closure is an important management measure to help support the rebuilding of
Snapper stocks and help secure the long-term future of this species for all South Australian fishers.”

“It is crucial that fishers do the right thing and abide by the closures, as well as the rules and restrictions
relating to fish size, bag and boat limits.”

This is a timely reminder for fishers, that the West Coast, Spencer Gulf and Gulf St Vincent/Kangaroo
Island Fishing Zones are closed to Snapper fishing until 30 June 2026. Catch and release fishing is also
strictly prohibited in closed areas.

Fishers must not transit through a Snapper closure area if they have legally caught Snapper on board.
This means no Snapper can be brought back to any boat ramp in a closed area, such as boat ramps at
Cape Jervis, Wirrina or Penneshaw.

Whilst South East waters are open to Snapper fishing, fishers are reminded that a two Snapper bag limit
and six Snapper boat limit applies and a report must be lodged for catches of Snapper in this area.

Recreational fishers must report any Snapper caught via the SA Fishing app or to the Fishwatch 24-hour
hotline on 1800 065 522. When boat fishing, fishers must report prior to their catch being brought to
land, and if caught on shore, they must report before leaving the fishing location.

For more information visit https://pir.sa.gov.au/snapper

19/01/2025

We are absolutely stoked how our 2025 season is shaping up. We are less than two weeks away from our first round at the Port River, major sponsored by the great team at Trade Skills Australia!

We have an amazing bunch of sponsors on board so far for season 2025 with many more to be announced in the coming days!

If you haven't already, get those entry forms and payments in. On-time entries close next Sunday evening.

19/01/2025

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🎣 SA CARP FRENZY 2025 – Saturday, March 1st 🎣

🌐 ONLINE REGISTRATION & PAYMENT NOW OPEN
We’re thrilled to announce that registration and payment for SA Carp Frenzy 2025 are now available on our brand-new website!
To save you time, we’ve streamlined the process. Once registered and paid online, simply visit the Barmera Monash Football Club on Friday night or Saturday morning to collect your wristband – no long queues, just more time to enjoy the event!

💵 Prefer cash? No problem! You can still register on the day, but please note there might be a longer wait in line.

Don’t miss out – secure your spot now for an unforgettable day of fishing fun!

👉 Register & Pay here: https://sacarpfrenzy.com

14/01/2025

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NEW: Stella SW – CONQUER THE IMPOSSIBLE

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09/01/2025

06/01/2025

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🎣 SA CARP FRENZY 2025 – Saturday, March 1st 🎣

🌐 ONLINE REGISTRATION & PAYMENT NOW OPEN
We’re thrilled to announce that registration and payment for SA Carp Frenzy 2025 are now available on our brand-new website!
To save you time, we’ve streamlined the process. Once registered and paid online, simply visit the Barmera Monash Football Club on Friday night or Saturday morning to collect your wristband – no long queues, just more time to enjoy the event!

💵 Prefer cash? No problem! You can still register on the day, but please note there might be a longer wait in line.

Don’t miss out – secure your spot now for an unforgettable day of fishing fun!

👉 Register & Pay here: https://sacarpfrenzy.com

24/12/2024

Tuna candy 🤩🎣

Pacemaker Cast Stickbait! 😍 Who's keen to show these weapons around?

19/12/2024

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19/12/2024

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