18/06/09: – Just like the SSX range, Starlo doesn’t put his name behind just any product. They have to work, and most of all have to meet his high expectations of high-performance and versatility.
New upgrades for 2009 include painted Fuji reel seats, attractive metal trimming and newly designed handles (spin models only).
Two new baitcast rods join the range for 2009, a Flats Cast Medium ideal for medium fresh and saltwater lure work with 4-8kg line and a Flats Cast Heavy for bigger lures with 5-10kg line. Both rods are 1.91 (6’3) metres in length, feature lightweight split-grip butt design with cork grips and an attractive painted reel seat.
All baitcast models now feature a conventional guide placement (not spiral wrap). If you are looking for tournament performance that is good enough for Starlo – look no further than the Steve Starling Tournament Pro range..............Read More
LATEST BOATING NEWS
Port Botany Pedestrian Bridge:
18/06/09: –The NSW Government’s expansion of Port Botany is enhancing community facilities with the construction of a pedestrian bridge which will link Sir Joseph Banks Park to Foreshore Beach.
Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi today unveiled the design of the new bridge which will provide the community with safe and convenient access to the $30 million upgrade of Foreshore Beach and Penryhn Estuary.
“As part of the NSW Government’s $1 billion Port Botany Expansion, the community will be able to share in a number of new amenities such as this state-of-the art bridge,” Mr Tripodi said.
Sydney Ports Corporation will also provide a new four-lane boat ramp with improved public amenities including toilets, bicycle parking, showers, security lighting, engine washing facilities and an enclosed fish cleaning facility................Read More
LATEST FISHERIES NEWS
Fishers in hot water over illegal fishing:
18/06/09: – An early morning covert operation has netted several people illegally fishing on the Central Coast, Primary Industries Minister, Ian Macdonald, said today.
“A recent operation using night vision equipment identified a small boat, with one of the occupants allegedly seen to be using a mono-filament meshing net, “Minister Macdonald said.
“The boat was intercepted on the shoreline of Lake Macquarie by Fisheries Officers who searched the boat and found the meshing net and 37 fish including snapper, yellowfin bream and tarwhine. Eight of the fish were found to be of a prohibited size.”
The illegal fishing equipment and fish were seized..............Read More
Current News
Operation ‘Cold Water’ Update: 10/06/09: – NSW Maritime Boating Safety Officers checked more than 1500 boats statewide during Operation Cold Water over the long weekend. Recreational Boating General Manager for NSW Maritime, Brett Moore, said the campaign was considered a success as part of a wider effort to raise awareness of the risks of hypothermia.
“The people of NSW go boating all year round but it is at this time of year that exposure to cold air and water temperatures presents the greatest risk,” Mr Moore said. “In the cooler months, it becomes more critical than normal to regularly check the weather before and during boating, to ensure your boat is suitable for the conditions, and to dress appropriately...............Read More
Apply now for $5M in Better Boating grants: 08/06/09: – Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi said today increased funding has made available for recreational boating infrastructure projects under NSW Maritime’s Better Boating Program.
Mr Tripodi said $5 million has been provided in the 2009-10 Program and from today applicants are invited to put forward projects they think may qualify.
“Boating clubs, community groups, councils and other organisations will be able to apply for Better Boating grants worth $25 million over the next five years,” Mr Tripodi said.
“That’s an increase of $2 million a year on previous funding programs for facilities such as boat ramps, public wharves, jetties, sewage pump out facilities and public moorings.”.............Read More
New Products
Shimano Starlo Stix Tournament RODS: 18/06/09: – Just like the SSX range, Starlo doesn’t put his name behind just any product. They have to work, and most of all have to meet his high expectations of high-performance and versatility.
New upgrades for 2009 include painted Fuji reel seats, attractive metal trimming and newly designed handles (spin models only).
Two new baitcast rods join the range for 2009, a Flats Cast Medium ideal for medium fresh and saltwater lure work with 4-8kg line and a Flats Cast Heavy for bigger lures with 5-10kg line. Both rods are 1.91 (6’3) metres in length, feature lightweight split-grip butt design with cork grips and an attractive painted reel seat...............Read More
A Sneek Peek at Haines Hunter New 'Profish Series': 11/06/09: – Haines Hunter is set to release 7 new models with 10 Good Reasons to Consider!! This range is targeting what Haines Hunter specialises in the best, “the fishing market”.
The Profish Series comprising of 7 models from 4.7 meters up to a massive 6.7 meters you are sure to find one in your size and budget! The Profish Series comes with totally new configuration, new colours, new graphics and real benefits why customers should consider a Haines Hunter.
The official launch will be based around the 49th Annual BIA Melbourne Boat Show. At the show you’ll be sure to see the Profish Series consisting of the 475, 495, 525, 535, and 575..............Read More
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Fisheries Roundup
Fishers in hot water over illegal fishing: 18/06/09: – An early morning covert operation has netted several people illegally fishing on the Central Coast, Primary Industries Minister, Ian Macdonald, said today. “A recent operation using night vision equipment identified a small boat, with one of the occupants allegedly seen to be using a mono-filament meshing net, “Minister Macdonald said.
“The boat was intercepted on the shoreline of Lake Macquarie by Fisheries Officers who searched the boat and found the meshing net and 37 fish including snapper, yellowfin bream and tarwhine. Eight of the fish were found to be of a prohibited size.” The illegal fishing equipment and fish were seized..............Read More
$4800 fine for fishing offences: 05/06/09: – A man and a woman have been fined a total of $4800 for multiple fisheries offences in the Wentworth Local Court this week. NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Compliance Manager Glenn Tritton said a NSW DPI Fisheries Officer conducted surveillance of illegally set lines in the Murray River near Mildura on 21 August 2007.
A 42 year old man and a 39 year old woman, both from Victoria, were apprehended after they had checked the lines..............Read More
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Fishers in hot water over illegal fishing: 18/06/09: – An early morning covert operation has netted several people illegally fishing on the Central Coast. A recent operation using night vision equipment identified a small boat, with one allegedly seen to be using a mono-filament meshing net..........Read More
A Sneek Peek at Haines Hunter New 'Profish Series': 11/06/09: – Haines Hunter is set to release 7 new models with 10 Good Reasons to Consider!! The Profish Series comprising of 7 models from 4.7 meters up to a massive 6.7 meters you are sure to find one in your size and budget!..............Read More
Apply now for $5M in Better Boating grants: 08/06/09: – Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi said today increased funding has made available for recreational boating infrastructure projects under NSW Maritime’s Better Boating Program. $5 million has been provided in the 2009-10 Program.....Read More
$4800 fine for fishing offences: 05/06/09: – A man and a woman have been fined a total of $4800 for multiple fisheries offences in the Wentworth Local Court this week. A 42 year old man and a 39 year old woman, both from Victoria, were apprehended after they had checked the lines.....Read More
Clearer path for native fish: 01/06/09: – A new collaboration project between NSW Department of Primary Industries and State Water is underway to improve fish passage, making it easier for fish to move freely through rivers and creeks in the western region, NSW DPI...............Read More
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