Just wondering if anyone has seen or caught any metro sbt lately? I haven't seen one at all this year but have seen and caught heaps of striped. All my usual areas have loads of bait but I cant find any tasty SBT. Im starting to worry that im cursed.

 https://www.parliament.wa.gov.au/Parliament/LCePetitions.nsf/petitions/25-0016 

There is a rally organised for August 14 at the steps of Parliment house to protest the new Firarms Act which has become an unworkable shambles, forced upon law abiding every day West Aussies who have complied in every way. They have  been treated like criminals and had their property forcibly taken from them with no or little compensation and in some cases had their firearms seized  for minor offences with spent convictions over 14 years ago with no right of appeal.

More than that though, it is an opportunity for all people who enjoy the outdoor life style in WA, to send a message that we have had enough of this governments over reach and over regulation.  It is open to farmers/keep the sheep, 4wders, fishers, truckers, hikers, prospectors ect and all others as this arrogant governments over reach effects all of us.

If you value your oudoor way of life , even more now with another 30% of National Parks  quietly being proposed to be locked out to the public, I would urge everyone to attend and spread the word.

They wont stop with just getting rid of evryones firearms. Lockouts and bans will only increase unless we stand up.

Finally got out for the first time since coral bay trip in may. 

Got out on the water a bit late today but was worth it to just get out there. 

First drift we gat 5 fish of 4 different species and then it took another 4 hours to get the next 4 fish. But that's fishing. Great day out and a good way to enjoy some nice weather .  

Sandy also got probably the smallest red we have ever caught. Went back well

 Hi guys i have a tank thats full of 91 unleaded in the boat that i havent been able to use due to shit weather/work etc and it is now 2 months old. Weather doesnt look like improving much so its probably gonna sit there for longer. How long till fuel loses its octane or starts to gum up in the motor fuel lines. Should i add fuel stabilizer now or dont need to just yet -  any tips appreciated 

Hi all

My current boat canopy has just about had it, so looking at upgrading to either hard top or flat top canvas roof.  What are people experiences with one or the other of these and any pros/cons?  

The build for both will include new solid ali frame/launcher and new clears. 

Boat is Leeder Customcraft 6.7m. 

Any info approeciated.

 Anyone know of a good sevice mechanic to service a 150 Yamaha? Preferably a mobile guy but I can take my boat to him if needed.

Thanks.

 Been playing a fair bit of guitar lately on my trusty old LTD EC-1000 and Taylor GS Mini.

Sadly, my Nan passed away last year, and et Christmas, Mum and Dad give me $2000 as a little something she left for me.

I’ve basically been sitting on it, not quite sure what to do, until my dream guitar popped up on Marketplace at a bargain. An ESP EII which are hand made in Japan using premiums wood and a through neck rather than a bolt in.

A bloke was selling it to fund a particular Gibson he’s chasing, so I went and snagged myself a bargain. It is 11 months old (with receipts) and they fetch around $3.5k+ and I picked it up for $1,950. We met at a music store and I had it looked over by a luthier and took it home.

She’s an absolute work of art and an absolute weapon— no other way to describe it.

The only issue for me is that it came with 66/57 EMGs, so I’ll be swapping them out to turn it into a metal machine.

I’m thinking of going with the 81/60 set as I have the Het Set version of those in the EC-1000 or maybe something different like some Fishmans.

 Hi Everyone

We are going to Exmouth in August and will probably stay overnight in Carnarvon

Just wondering if any one can recomend some where to stay that is secure for boat so we dont have to remove all the gear

Thanks in advance

 So the boat is home in the shed for the winter after a massive summer and Autumn campaign.

So I've got a list of things to do staring with ripping up the deck carpet and replacing it all with stick on EVA foam flooring, mate did it with his and it's a great product that doesn't cost a fortune.

Next will be new fuel lines throughout and tank clean. 

I've just bought a new 9" furuno combo that I need to install and get my head around, a big leap from the 585 with wind back capabillity, ACU fish feature and CHIRP capable, but not spending 2.5k on a new tranny. The 1KW I have will still do a good job.

biggest job I have is replaing the steering pivot arm, that's the part connected to the leg with a spline at the end, mine's corroded and the circlip retainer has fallen off. I've two different mechs about replacing it and both gave me a crucifix sign. 

Anyway I've done a lot of research it's not thyat big a job, leg off (service at the same time) And powerhead off , you don't need to disconnect anything just suspend the engine. The hardest bit is to pop the spline using a bottle jack and the weight of the boat. 

Sounds all good in priciple lol.

I've also been looking at respraying parts of the outboard itself, there's some great spray can products on the market, 2 pack paint and clear coats. It's all about the prep. 

How about you guys?  Love  seeing the resto posts and any winter refurbs.

I'll post pics as I go along. 

Cheers 

All done and dusted. Altho we didn't realy have a problem with sharks where we were fishing others have mentioned they had nothing but trouble . Ended up with our limit of fillets along with giving plenty away to elderly couples around us in the park. Despite the winds being up it was fishable . Finished off with this lot on our final trip out

Howdy Team,

Earlier this week, I had a very emotional chat to our team at work about mental health. I tried to start the conversation on Monday but couldnt pre-compose myself enough to start talking. On the 3rd attempt during a meeting on Wednesday, I finally managed to get it out and yeah it was fucking hard work.

As a mental health first aider at work, we are in lots of conversations with people about a lot of topics. Most recently we have had a person who doesnt want to wake up in the morning. They have experienced a lot of tragety in the past year and are visibly masking their emotion and putting on a happy face to those around them, but are actually a broken person just under the surface.

Personally for me, we had to say goodbye to our dog in early march after 15 years. She was my first born, my shadow and my underdog.  (and is in my avatar) Although not unexpected, (we knew she wasnt well but were planning a night at garden island so she was with my folks and had to race back to the ramp just after sunset) absoloutely broke me. Each to their own but if you're a dog person (or pet person really), you may get it.

This with a combination of work stresses / neglect over the past 12 months have made the past two and a half months really shit. Most of mine will recover with time, and my healing is quality time with the family (which is essentially every week night and weekend), disconnection time (camping / boating offshore) and shutdown time (turning off the computer after work and over the weekend)

I know what works for me, and thankfully, i have a lot of people at work who i genuinely enjoy spending time with so have people to talk with. Again, time will help with a chunk of mine.

I guess I am writing this to speak up and get people to reach out to their mates. As i type this, i have tears running down my face but I am honestly ok.

Please send a message to a mate and tell them how important they are to you. Fuck it - tell them you love them! You may get called a few names and may get people calling you to find out whats wrong. It doesnt matter - reach out.

This video popped up on Instagram last night and had another grown man crying and talking about mental health. As a NOVA listener, Greg Hire was on the wireless on Tuesday morning and crying talking about mental health. 

www.instagram.com/p/DJ5cQZqTbIk/

We loose 7 brothers/uncles/sons/fathers/mates each week and 3 of our mums/sisters/daughters/mates.

Adam Selwood knew the impact of suicide. He knew the resources available but still whatever he was going through was too much. All the knowledge in the world wasnt enough.

Speak to your mates. Each problem is like a sinker. Sharing that problem with some one else takes a bit of that weight could help someone get their head above water.

www.youtube.com/watch

Decided to try a spot we havnt fished for years.  lots of small stuff that served well for bait for the 3 fish we kept . Also released 3 small reds

Another very average day weather wise. Blowing 13 se . Ended up with a good bag and again fish started biting around noon

Took the St Kilda loving middle child to a ripper game yesterday. He had to wear this from the stadium all the way to the car and then to bed lol

The weather certainly isn't playing fair with it blowing up to 15 knts during the middle of the day but still fishable and the wind dropping off mid arvo for the trip home

Certainly hasn't been easy fishing weather wise and the fish not realy coming on the bite till after lunch but getting some nice ones

No technical guru so a bit of confusion for me .

I have a simead with high chirp . Medium chirp 83 htz and 200 hts

Which one should I be using in 80 to 120mts. Any help would be appreciated

 Hi all I'm looking for a brickie to build a rendered front wall with infill powdercoated panels in Sorrento. Timing will be June/July.

Any suggestions appreciated.

Not a whole lot of great fish today . The best fish was a nice big red by me but the biggest catch was on Sandys hook. Me. Would not survive being thrown back

A mate sent me this last night, hope it's nobody here.

Near Enneabba, returning from Gnaraloo I believe.

Nobody hurt as far as I know which is the important thing

First trip out 2025. Was average to start with but got better as the day went. Just a few fish today but Sandy outfished me as usual. She got a first in a nice coronation trout I got a small but legal trout then next drift Sandy done it again with an even bigger coronation trout.

 Hey guys. Might be a dumb question, but wondering what sort of jack you guys use when changing trailer tyres? Regular car jack ok? I'm heading up to Denham next week, so just want to make sure I'm prepared. Boat and trailer are about 3t, which exceeds the jack weight but I'm assuming since only lifting one wheel ok? Otherwise looks like only jacks that go that high are the trolley style which would be a bugger to have to transport!!

cheers!

 Hi just wondering if anybody on here knows of any boat canopy UV protection products (spray or paint on) that are available. My boat is kept in full sun and I want to try to extend the life of the canvas top cheers for any advice

Been spending the day making sinkers for our trip to Coral Bay.  planning on trying the deep stuff hence the 32 Oz sinkers. Any tips or tricks for the deep stuff like depth and what to look for. I have a rough idea but never fished more than 140 there.

Last year in Coral Bay there were loads of hardy heads at the ramps and was wondering if your allowed to use a throw net to get them for live bait. Never seen anyone doing it before but I know you can land base fish off the rocks

 Google aerodynamic violence on YouTube if you've got a spare minute. Couldn't post a link on my phone 

 https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/wa/cannington-woman-ting-shi-32-fined-4050-for-catching-undersized-mandurah-crabs--c-18093850

Went to book our suzi in for a service before we go away in may and found our local guy in hedland only does Yamaha.  anyone know of one in karatha that would do the job or if they travel we have 2 to be done

 Looks like we have a new Fisheries Minister, Jackie Jarvis.

Quick look shows a career public servant who worked for DPIRD.

Her Bio looks like a carbon copy of Heather Brayford (Director of DPIRD), no connection or interest at all in fishing.

Someone may have had dealings with her and add thoughts, but from the outside the close connection to DPIRD doesn't feel positive to me.

Lets see how Don Punches "pre-election assurances" to RFW and FFWA translate to a new minister.

Often, these are swept into the bin while cleaning out his office unfortunately.