Latest News and Fishing Reports
24/9/2024 Yellowfin Tuna Success on EndGame!
We had planned to head out, taking advantage of the best weather window we’d had in a while. I expected to see plenty of other boats, but surprisingly, we were the only game boat on the water all day. That only added to the adventure!
The excitement kicked off when we hooked up early in the day, but heartbreak followed as the hooks pulled and we lost the fish. Hayden has been chasing a Yellowfin Tuna (YFT) for a while, and with the season winding down, the pressure was on to get him one. I had promised I’d help him land one this year, so the stakes were high.
We didn’t have to wait too long—soon enough, we were on again! After a 15-minute fight, we nervously sunk the gaffs into Hayden’s first YFT, a 27kg beauty. The celebrations were short-lived as the action ramped up again. Just 15 minutes later, Drew had his turn at the rod, quickly followed by me, as I was pulled off the wheel to land another YFT, which I tagged and released.
The trusty Halco lures, which have seen more than their fair share of action, were once again the heroes, though most of the paint was missing by the end of the day!
Then, as if things couldn’t get any better, the wind calmed, and the fish started popping up everywhere. That’s when the stick baits came out. It was non-stop action—hookup after hookup—with plenty of laughs (and a bit of squealing, courtesy of Drew). Hayden landed his first topwater YFT, followed by me on a custom-made stick bait from a good mate, Dean. Drew and Hayden were right in the thick of it, hooking multiple fish and landing a few more, which we released before calling it a day.
It was a day filled with camaraderie, big catches, and unforgettable moments—one for the memory bank for sure.
A huge thanks to the boys for making it such an incredible day!
15/9/2024 Weekend Fishing Report
The fishing action has been heating up in our Annual Competition! Hayden and Geoff had a fantastic day on the water, coming home with a great feed of flathead and Nannygai. Hayden added some serious excitement to the mix by landing two impressive Bar Cod, a real highlight of the trip. Mick and Kylie were also in on the action, managing to bring in some excellent flathead themselves. Brendan and the kids weren’t far behind, catching enough flathead to keep everyone smiling and well-fed.
The competition spirit is alive and well, with the kids “River Rats,” out in their tinnies, eager to showcase their skills. It’s great to see the younger generation getting involved and enjoying some time on the water. While the inlet was a bit quiet this week, the excitement is certainly building as we move closer to summer.
Unfortunately, Sunday was a washout, with the weather making things too rough to head out.
We’re expecting more thrilling catches and friendly competition in the weeks ahead, so stay tuned for updates!
For those interested in joining the club and being part of all the fun, keep an eye out for more details on membership. In the meantime, if you’d like to get involved, feel free to email us at
info@sussexinletfishingclub.com.au
Tight lines and good luck to all!
19/6/2024 Notice to All Members of the Sussex Inlet Bowling Club Fishing Club:
The Fishing Club Committee has been diligently working to ensure the club’s progression into the future. We’ve seen growth and increased community engagement through various events such as the Kids Holiday Fishing Competition’s, DPI Try Fishing Day and the expansion of existing events like annual BROE and Webber competitions.
As part of our growth, it’s imperative that we uphold the safety and regulatory standards expected by the community, local council, state and national regulations along with ensuring our club has public liability protection for its committee and members.
After careful consideration and mutual discussions with the Sussex Inlet Bowling Club, we’ve determined that the optimal path forward would be for the Fishing Club to establish itself as an independent incorporated body and affiliate with a national fishing organization, such as the Australian National Sportfishing Association (ANSA). This affiliation would provide us with further access to support, guidance, insurance coverage among other benefits for both the club and its members.
What would this mean for the Club?
We will propose that we transition into an independent entity potentially known as the “Sussex Inlet Fishing Club” and affiliate with ANSA as our national body. In doing so we can maintain our long standing and cherished relationship with the Sussex Inlet Bowling Club preserving our relationship, history, and continuing our raffles and social events with the Bowling Club.
Our affiliation with ANSA will open up avenues for growth opportunities and collaboration with potential sponsors to further enhance our presence within the community. Most Importantly, we will be gaining the required public liability and insurances for the club and its committee when running future socials and events.
What would this mean for club members?
For the majority of our members who enjoy attending social events, fish casually, and participate in weigh-ins, there will be minimal change. Membership costs, yearly calendars, and social events will remain consistent with past practices. However, for those members who are more passionate about fishing, our affiliation with ANSA will provide additional opportunities for those who wish.
The Fishing Club Committee would like to thank the Sussex Inlet Bowling Club for their ongoing support in negotiations and maintaining this relationship as we grow into the future.
There will be an Extraordinary Meeting on the 7th July at 3pm for those wishing to Vote on dissolving the current club and the formation of the new ‘Sussex Inlet Fishing Club’. We invite all members to attend, otherwise send in your preferences to secretary@sussexinletfishingclub.com.au
Regards
The Committee
Further Reading
www.sussexinletfishingclub.com.au
https://www.ansansw.com.au/
https://ansa.com.au/