Philip Weigall

LOCAL REPORTS STORIES

Autumn sippers and hoppers

Philip Weigall - 21 Apr, 2023

Autumn fishing on the Goulburn River is a bittersweet experience, with sippers, hoppers,

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES LOCAL REPORTS

Autumn Dun Fun

Philip Weigall - 13 Apr, 2023

Autumn mayfly dun hatches on Lake Wendouree and Moorabool Reservoir provide quality

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES PREMIUM ARTICLES

An evening out

Philip Weigall - 04 Apr, 2023

An in-depth guide to flyfishing evening rises on mountain rivers, covering conditions,

LOCAL REPORTS

Vic Central Highlands Lakes update

Philip Weigall - 17 Mar, 2023

A circuit of central Victorian lakes reveals early autumn potential and a few surprises

LOCAL REPORTS

Mid Goulburn report: fast creeks, grubs & Kossies

Philip Weigall - 10 Mar, 2023

The Goulburn, Rubicon and nearby streams continue to offer exceptional trout fishing

EDITORIAL PREMIUM ARTICLES

Editorial

Philip Weigall - 06 Mar, 2023

Reflecting on the contrasts between solo and social fishing, and how both shape the

DESTINATIONS Australia

Day of the Jassid

Philip Weigall - 05 Feb, 2023

A bleak weather day in Tasmania's highlands turns into exceptional dry fly fishing

LOCAL REPORTS

Poking up local streams

Philip Weigall - 07 Jan, 2023

The Central Victorian Highlands creeks are in good form again after floods, offering

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES PREMIUM ARTICLES

Trout Fly Choice - Part Two

Philip Weigall - 17 Dec, 2022

This follow-up explores when flies that break the rules outperform imitations, and

LOCAL REPORTS STORIES

After the Rain

Philip Weigall - 09 Dec, 2022

Clear water, bright sun and active trout return to the Goulburn, Rubicon and King

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Editorial

Philip Weigall - 02 Dec, 2022

A reflective and humorous poem captures the emotional highs and lows of guiding flyfishers

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Trout Fly Choice - Part One

Philip Weigall - 14 Nov, 2022

Fly selection can be a challenge for anglers, and understanding trout behaviour and

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES LOCAL REPORTS

Two days, two lakes

Philip Weigall - 09 Nov, 2022

After a cold and wet October, spring brought perfect conditions for lake fishing,

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES PREMIUM ARTICLES

Flood Watch Fishing

Philip Weigall - 19 Sep, 2022

Heavy rain and floods create new opportunities for trout fishing, from revitalised

EDITORIAL PREMIUM ARTICLES

Editorial

Philip Weigall - 02 Sep, 2022

Philip seeks enlightenment. You would be forgiven for thinking that with decades

LOCAL REPORTS

Decisions, Decisions

Philip Weigall - 01 Sep, 2022

Choosing between lakes and streams for trout fishing in Victoria as spring conditions

LOCAL REPORTS LOCATION GUIDES

Coast to Coast in southern Victoria

Philip Weigall - 21 Jul, 2022

Winter estuary flyfishing around Inverloch offers rewarding challenges, with bream,

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES LOCAL REPORTS PREMIUM ARTICLES

Lake Transition

Philip Weigall - 15 Jun, 2022

Trout fishing in Victoria’s lakes during winter can be excellent with healthy water

EDITORIAL PREMIUM ARTICLES

Editorial

Philip Weigall - 01 Jun, 2022

A challenging winter day at Lake Wartook saw a dramatic encounter with a large brown

GEAR THE BASICS PREMIUM ARTICLES

All the Gear

Philip Weigall - 09 May, 2022

From floatant to spare rods, this guide reflects on forgotten essentials and builds

LOCAL REPORTS LOCATION GUIDES

Any Excuse

Philip Weigall - 17 Apr, 2022

Even in challenging weather and high flows, persistence and adapting fly choice turned

EDITORIAL PREMIUM ARTICLES

Editorial - Autumn 2022

Philip Weigall - 01 Mar, 2022

After decades of scepticism, a small Victorian stream trip convinces the writer of

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES PREMIUM ARTICLES

Snowy Mountains Lessons

Philip Weigall - 31 Dec, 2021

Every trip to the Snowy Mountains delivers lessons in persistence, adapting techniques,

DESTINATIONS Australia LOCAL REPORTS

Whose fish?

Philip Weigall - 15 Dec, 2021

Cold, clear alpine waters test patience and teamwork as persistence and shared knowledge

EDITORIAL PREMIUM ARTICLES

Editorial

Philip Weigall - 01 Dec, 2021

A tough estuary trip reveals the contrasting mindsets of two anglers and shows that

GEAR REVIEWS

Tested: TFC Dropper Rig Box

Philip Weigall - 21 Nov, 2021

A clever Dropper Rig Box from the Tandem Fly Company solves the problem of storing

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES

Fly change fever

Philip Weigall - 08 Nov, 2021

Confidence in fly choice matters, but success often depends more on how you fish

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Autumn sippers and hoppers

Autumn Dun Fun

An evening out

Vic Central Highlands Lakes update

Mid Goulburn report: fast creeks, grubs & Kossies

Editorial

Day of the Jassid

Poking up local streams

Trout Fly Choice - Part Two

After the Rain

Editorial

Trout Fly Choice - Part One

Two days, two lakes

Flood Watch Fishing

Editorial

Decisions, Decisions

Coast to Coast in southern Victoria

Lake Transition

Editorial

All the Gear

Any Excuse

Editorial - Autumn 2022

Snowy Mountains Lessons

Whose fish?

Editorial

Tested: TFC Dropper Rig Box

Fly change fever

Pike, sea trout and a bit of jam

Effective Flies – the Milly Midge

West Coast Estuaries, Wildlife, and a Lost Rod

Cape York Flats Pt 1: Tuskfish

Fly Fishing New Zealand – South Island DIY Guide

The Best Wading Staffs — Tested

Fishing the North Island of New Zealand – A Flyfisher's Guide

Willow Grubbing

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