It’s been a quiet week for fishing on the Sunshine Coast. Conditions haven’t been great, with only a couple of good days with light breezes between the windier spells.
But while estuary fishing has been on the quieter side, offshore has been nothing short of spectacular, with Snapper showing up everywhere.
Unfortunately, the weather forecast for the next week looks pretty ordinary with windy conditions expected again. If you’re planning your next fishing adventure, late next week might be your best bet, with slightly calmer conditions predicted. Make sure you check conditions on Fish Ranger before you head out.
Offshore
The Hards continue to be a hotspot for anglers, with reports of Snapper, Pearl Perch and Amberjack catches. Snapper are everywhere, providing ample opportunities for those looking to reel in this prized catch.
Snapper fishing offshore from the Sunshine Coast is an experience like no other. These fish are abundant in the region, especially around the Hards. Anglers can find success using various techniques such as jigging or using soft plastics.
The key to catching snapper is understanding their feeding habits and choosing the right bait or lure to match. Local knowledge, patience and the right gear can turn a day on the water into a snapper-catching adventure.
We recommend booking a charter with Smithy from Smithy’s Fishing Charters or Glenn from Deep End Fishing Charters, who are both bagging out on Snapper at the moment.
Noosa River
Good Bream catches continue, particularly on the outgoing tide using pillies for bait. Flathead are about the river mouth and have been caught on prawn imitation and paddle-tail soft plastics. If you’re chasing Trevally, try Woods Bay and Noosa Sound.
Maroochy River
The Maroochy River continues to deliver catches of Bream, which are scattered throughout the river, while the odd Flathead have been caught in the mid to upper reaches.
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Again, patience is key if you’re chasing Flathead. With the weather warming up, we should see some bigger flatties on the move, and you may even find the odd Mangrove Jack starting to venture out.
A few Trevally, Jewfish and Whiting have also been caught.
Caloundra
The passage is serving up mixed catches, with Flathead, Grunter, Jewfish and the occasional Giant Herring being caught on soft plastics around the mouths of creeks.
Summer Whiting are also making a big appearance, especially for those using beach worms as bait.
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• With a quieter week on the fishing front, it’s a great opportunity to fine-tune your techniques and explore new spots. Whether you’re targeting specific species or looking to try something new, don’t hesitate to experiment with different baits and lures.
Drop in and see us if you need some advice and gear recommendations. We’ve had quite a few customers recently who’ve been stocking up before heading out on trips to some of Queensland’s beautiful freshwater fishing spots. It’s worth getting in touch with campgrounds or tackle shops local to your destination before heading out to get the insider info on what’s biting and on what.
Tight lines!
Trent and Corinne, Bait Master Fishing and Tackle
Bait Master Fishing and Tackle is at Shop 4, 311 David Low Way, Bli Bli. They have bait, live beach worms and all the gear you need to make your next fishing trip a success. Phone 5345 9824 or visit baitmasterfishing.com.au.
The team also love hearing about your catches, so make sure you tag them on Instagram or Facebook, or email them through to info@baitmasterfishing.com.au.
Fishing report contributors
Deep End Fishing Charters
Berth 28, Mooloolaba Marina, 33-45 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba. Phone 0499 044 458 or visit deependfishing.com.au.
Smithy’s Fishing Charters
Corner Nicklin Way and Point Cartwright Drive, Minyama. Email info@smithysfishing.com.au, phone 0407 574 868 or visit smithysfishingcharters.com.au.
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