If you need some entertainment in this tough period of restrictions, head for the Nelson Bay break wall where the action is full on.
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Normally overrun with luderick, the wall has been taken over by thumping great bream up to an impressive 1kg.
With floating baits of cooked prawn, the hook up is happening close to the rocks.
It is important to use a long rod to reach out over the oysters and use your long-handled net to land the fish.
I went for an early morning walk during the week and by the time I reached the end of the break wall I had witnessed four bream and one mighty luderick come ashore.
Winter bream have been reported bouncing up Stockton Beach.
Feasting on pipis, the broad-shouldered fish are cruising just behind the shore breaking waves.
As it is on the break wall - do not cast out too far as the fish are right in front of you.
Thinking about new sports for the Olympics. Netball is a must but what about fishing? When the Brisbane Games come around why not include fishing?
Not quite sure about the rules but surely there are more participating fishers than there are in other sports that have been included.
Recreational fishing falls within the "reasonable excuse" provisions to leave a residence under a stay at home order as it constitutes exercising or outdoor recreation. Gathering size restrictions and social-distancing protocols must be followed.
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