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The benefits of barbless

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The benefits of barbless

Steve Dunn - 18 Jun, 2025

A flyfishing trip gone wrong reveals why barbless hooks and glasses matter—for fish

Slow down

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Slow down

Philip Weigall - 10 Jun, 2025

Stopping and watching at Lake Eucumbene. There’s something about the end of the trout

Autumn Lake edges, western Victoria

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Autumn Lake edges, western Victoria

Pearce Leal - 16 May, 2025

Polaroided on the edges. After a bit of light rain and then a run of crisp mornings,

In the Instinct Slot

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In the Instinct Slot

Peter Julian - 28 Apr, 2025

Struggling for a bite? Peter Julian shares lessons from the Glenelg River on finding

Cracking the cod code land-based

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Cracking the cod code land-based

Ben Le Vagueresse - 21 Mar, 2025

Learn how to improve your odds flyfishing for Murray cod with tips on timing, casting,

Being Better

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Being Better

Peter Hayes - 16 Mar, 2025

How to Minimise Spooking Trout from Boats | Fly Fishing Tips

Sight fishing trout in lakes

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Sight fishing trout in lakes

Kiel Jones - 23 Jan, 2025

Master the art of sight fishing for trout in lakes. Learn key techniques for spotting

It’s a Zen Thing

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It’s a Zen Thing

Peter Julian - 15 Jan, 2025

Experience the Zen of stealth fly fishing on the Goulburn River. Learn to stalk,

Confessions of an Imitator

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Confessions of an Imitator

Nick Taransky - 11 Jan, 2025

Is fly imitation crucial? Nick explores imitative vs. impressionistic vs. attractor

Being Better

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Being Better

Peter Hayes - 27 Dec, 2024

In the first instalment of a 3-part epic, Peter asks, have you spooked the fish?

Snowy Lakes Early Summer Update

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Snowy Lakes Early Summer Update

Steve Dunn - 17 Dec, 2024

Early summer in the Snowy Mountains sees Lake Eucumbene come alive with dry fly action,

Grasshopper Glory: Rediscovering Classic Hopper Fishing

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Grasshopper Glory: Rediscovering Classic Hopper Fishing

Jim Allen - 15 Dec, 2024

Jim revisits the summer highlight of grasshopper fishing.

Keeping Cool

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Keeping Cool

Philip Weigall - 15 Dec, 2024

Philip shares essential tactics for trout fishing in hot weather, highlighting how

English Moorland Fishing in Winter

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English Moorland Fishing in Winter

The Flyfisher - 08 Dec, 2024

An early winter flyfishing trip to Cornwall’s Temple Trout Fishery offers solitude,

North-east Vic streams health check, late spring

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North-east Vic streams health check, late spring

The Flyfisher - 21 Nov, 2024

Despite early concerns about trout numbers due to cormorants, recent fishing in north-east

On the Rise in North-east Victoria

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On the Rise in North-east Victoria

The Flyfisher - 11 Nov, 2024

A weekend of flyfishing in north-east Victoria proved that when trout won’t touch

Never Miss Another Strike // Implosion Feeder Tactics with AFO

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Never Miss Another Strike // Implosion Feeder Tactics with AFO

The Flyfisher - 15 Oct, 2024

Rodney Collings from Australian Flyfishing Outfitters shares a game-changing stripping

Jim

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Jim

Jim Allen - 04 Oct, 2024

Jim considers the value of bling in a fly, versus bland.

Terrestrial insects and lakes

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Terrestrial insects and lakes

Philip Weigall - 04 Oct, 2024

Dry fly fishing on lakes needn’t depend on mayfly and caddis, writes Philip.

Season starter on the mid Goulburn catchment

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Season starter on the mid Goulburn catchment

The Flyfisher - 12 Sep, 2024

An exploration of early September stream fishing in Victoria, with a focus on adapting

Luderick on fly

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Luderick on fly

Steve Dunn - 01 Aug, 2024

Steve recounts his renewed attempt at flyfishing for luderick (blackfish) in Sydney

10 Winter Tips for Lake Eucumbene

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10 Winter Tips for Lake Eucumbene

The Flyfisher - 24 Jul, 2024

A nostalgic reflection on fly fishing's beginnings, including a trip to Lake Eucumbene

Spey Fishing Made Easy : A Beginner’s Guide to Flyfishing Spey

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Spey Fishing Made Easy : A Beginner’s Guide to Flyfishing Spey

The Flyfisher - 20 Jul, 2024

An overview of Spey fishing techniques, focusing on swinging flies for salmon and

Pulling Wets

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Pulling Wets

Craig Coltman - 19 Jul, 2024

Craig breaks down pulling wets into five steps to help you hook more fish when dries

Being Better

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Being Better

Peter Hayes - 27 Jun, 2024

Peter reflects on the highs, lows, and evolving dynamics of Tasmanian flyfishing

Sound Advice

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Sound Advice

Nick Taransky - 27 Jun, 2024

Nick explores the overlooked role of sound in flyfishing, showing how awareness of

The Winter Lake Trip

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The Winter Lake Trip

Philip Weigall - 15 Jun, 2024

Philip outlines his detailed approach to planning and executing a successful winter

Strike indicators FINALLY perfected

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Strike indicators FINALLY perfected

Andrew Fuller - 23 May, 2024

The Flyfisher's Andrew Fuller reviews the most revolutionary indicator ever designed,

Autumn sippers

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Autumn sippers

Philip Weigall - 20 Apr, 2024

Autumn's sipper fishing, particularly in April, offers a visual and technical challenge,

Triggerfish Tactics

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Triggerfish Tactics

Kiel Jones - 13 Apr, 2024

Kiel shares his experiences and strategies for targeting triggerfish, highlighting