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Trout Flies Australia

Discover the finest trout flies in Australia at The Flyfisher. Our extensive range includes premium patterns from leading brands like Fulling Mill, Manic Tackle Project, and Tiewell, ensuring you have access to the best trout flies for flyfishing. From dry flies for surface action to nymphs, streamers, and soft hackles for subsurface success, every fly is meticulously designed for Australian waters.

Whether you’re casting in alpine rivers or local lakes, our collection caters to every angler’s needs with exceptional quality and performance. Elevate your fishing game with trusted flies that deliver results. Explore and shop our full range of trout flies online or visit us in-store at South Melbourne for expert advice and unmatched variety.

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    Gold Ribbed Hares Ear Nymph Black (Gold Bead)

    Fulling Mill

    A deadly nymph, reliable in almost all fishing scenarios  The Hare's Ear nymph is a great general pattern that catches a huge amount of fish the ...

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    Swishers Foam PMX Black

    Manic Tackle Project

    Super buoyant, leggy and with a flash under the wing, this fly is a masterpiece of Manic tying.  The dense parachute holds plenty of floatant as ...

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    Green Diawl Bach

    Fulling Mill

      A brilliant attractor nymph, generically imitating a range of food sources.  Easy for fish to spot, this is a great fly for fishing in slow wate...

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    Swimming Damsel Dark Olive

    Manic Tackle Project

    Subtle tail action and a realistic aesthetic combine to make this one hell of a fly.   Fish can't seem to get enough of this fly, so make sure yo...

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    Dy's Damsel - Light Olive

    The Flyfisher

    Slim, simple, and damn effective.  Dy's Damsel is a reliable way to fish in lakes, with a thin body which many tricky trout love. Perfect for lak...

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    KJ Dirty Water Jig

    Fulling Mill

      The black bead means this fly creates a great impression in dirty water, with a touch of flash on the wing case allowing it to tempt trout and g...

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    BTB Nosebleed

    Manic Tackle Project

    When the CDC on this fly wets down, the profile of the nymph is almost perfect.  The hotspot elevates the fly's visibility, with the tungsten bead...

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    Snake Bait - Natural

    Fulling Mill

    A natural looking streamer with a stinger hook, the baitfish profile of this fly is beautifully enticing.  A fantastic option for lakes and rivers,...

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    Ronan's High Country Green Cicada

    Fulling Mill

    A simple Cicada for summer nights, the Ronan in size 8 is a consistent performer.  Super visible with a great profile, this fly is great for Victo...

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    Coch Y Bonduu Beetle

    Fulling Mill

    This beetle pattern slays trout during the Bonduu hatch.  During a terrestrial feeding frenzy on the highland lakes, this fly is sure to put fish ...

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    Olive Quill Nymph - Barbless

    Fulling Mill

    The slender profile of this heavy nymph makes it near irresistible to trout and perch.  the dark wing case and black bead form a great silhouette...

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    Roza's Hares Ear Bomb - B/L

    Fulling Mill

    This super-heavy nymph is for those fish that just won't budge from the bottom.  Tungsten head, tungsten body, and a streamlined profile, this fly...

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    Cruncher UV

    Fulling Mill

    An extremely versatile cruncher pattern, this slow-sinking fly works a treat for stillwater sessions, with good movement.  Can be used on floating...

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    Down n' Dirty Black

    Fulling Mill

    The Down n Dirty series of flies are highly mobile patterns with marabou tails, featuring brass beads to help gain extra depth when the fish are f...

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    Black Pennell

    Fulling Mill

    A gorgeous, must-have pattern for the lakes this winter.  Description The Black Pennell was invented in the last century by H. Cholmondeley-Penne...

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    Mick Reid Taddy BL #8

    Fulling Mill

    When the fish are in the weed and a mayfly pattern isn't doing the job, this will.  Description Highly effective barbless, brass bead head tadpol...

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    Croston's Carwash Tan

    Fulling Mill

    A deadly caddis pupa imitation from Howard Croston One of Howard's all-time favorites this slightly blinged-up version proves itself time and tim...

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    Spot On Brown Beetle

    Tiewell

    A super buoyant beetle pattern with hi-vis poly yarn for easy visibility on windy days.

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    Long Tail Damsel Booby

    Fulling Mill

    When the water warms up and the damsel flies start moving, this pattern is sure to catch fish. Fished similarly to a booby fly. Tied on a size 8 ...

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    FAB Coral Spot

    Fulling Mill

    What’s better than a blob? A foam assed blob. The mighty blob fly was revolutionised by the addition of a trailing foam tag to make the FAB. This...

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    Micro Coral Blob

    Fulling Mill

    Does it catch fish? Yes. Why does it catch fish? We have no idea. The blob needs no introduction. These deadly little flies seem to drive trout c...

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    Lunn's Particular

    Fulling Mill

    DescriptionDesigned by William Lunn in 1917 as a medium to large olive spinner pattern, it's a pattern that is still very effective today.Our ViewL...

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    Mini Minkie Brown

    Fulling Mill

    This zonker pattern imitates a small fish in the water. The leather zonker strap creates amazing movement that will bring those big feeders in fo...

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    Russell's Spider #8

    Manic Tackle Project

    A simply deadly NZ trout fly.  BIG topwater eats are never scarce when this pattern is on the tippet.   The world famous Russell's Spider from th...

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    Wayne's Blowfly

    Manic Tackle Project

    Everything you want out of a blowfly pattern in an easy to see profile. This fly sits low and even selective trout seem to love them. A must carry...

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    101 Nymph - Black Tungsten Bead Trout Fly

    Rooster Tail Flies

    A heavy stonefly pattern, ideal for New Zealand rivers.  The subtle movement from the rubber legs and long profile make this a fly we would never ...

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    Tabanas

    Rooster Tail Flies

    A classic caddis pattern with a high-vis post.  This is a fantastic fly for dry dropper fishing and as a standalone during a hatch.  

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    Gary’s Cruncher

    The Flyfisher

    Gary Rapley takes on one of the best mayfly patterns there is.  A great mayfly pattern for the lakes.  

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    Classic Grey Ghost

    Manic Tackle Project

    Unlock your trout fishing potential with the Classic Grey Ghost Streamer Pattern. Perfect for both river and lake fishing in Australia and New Ze...

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    Barbie

    The Flyfisher

    A standout lake pattern straight from the mind of Craig Coltman.  The marabou tail and CDC collar provide fantastic movement in the water, with an...

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    Buzzer Red Neck Olive

    Fulling Mill

    An effective large olive buzzer pattern designed to imitate the natural chironomid by having a red rib to simulate the blood filled body of the ...

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    Dabbler Black & Gold

    The Flyfisher

    Originating from the Loughs of Ireland this modern dark wet fly is as popular for rainbow trout as it is for browns. A great suggestive wet fly ...

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    Eyed Green Machine

    Tiewell

    The eyed green machine is the ideal zonker style fly for enticing big fish eats  Based on Bill Beck's Iconic Green Machine, the eyed green machin...

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    Bassano Blind Caddis

    Fulling Mill

    As far as caddis nymphs go, you can't look past cased caddis variants. The Blind Caddis by Christopher Bassano is at home in slightly deeper water ...

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    Galloups Laser Legal Olive/Cream

    Manic Tackle Project

    A meaty streamer pattern for big trout.  The minnow profile and colouration is sure to entice a strike from some monsters! Articulated for action,...

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    WFF's Dimebag Black

    Manic Tackle Project

    WFF's Dimebag - Black streamer from the Manic Fly Collection designed by Australian Guiding Royalty, Wilderness Fly Fishing.

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    Woolly Bugger White Skullhead

    Fulling Mill

    We love woolly buggers, they are some of the most effective fly patterns ever produced. There is a reason people continue to fish them decade af...

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    Ultimate Egg - Brite Red

    Manic Tackle Project

      A lifelike pattern to imitate an egg and accompanying embryo.  Simple and deadly effective.  

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    Ultimate Egg Early Girl

    Manic Tackle Project

    A buggy pattern to imitate an egg and accompanying embryo.  Simple and deadly effective.  

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    KJ UV Orange Cormorant

    Fulling Mill

      The UV cormorant is a fantastic wet fly.  It can effectively imitate a wide range of food sources and will entice a bite from even the most stan...

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    Hot Snail

    Manic Tackle Project

    A sinking snail pattern for those times when fish just won't take anything else.  Fish this through a slow-moving run, especially after rain.

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    OJ Simpson

    Manic Tackle Project

    A classic wet that serves as the perfect searching pattern The OJ Simpson serves as an excellent dark streamer pattern with a large silhouette.  

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    Swimming Leech

    The Flyfisher

    Leeches are found in streams and lakes all over Australia.  Moreover, trout can't get enough of them.  This fly is great as part of a 2 or 3-fly t...

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    Micro Zonker - Tan

    Manic Tackle Project

    The Micro Zonker is a seductive baitfish imitation.  With its smaller profile in comparison to larger zonker patterns, this fly dances through the...

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    Buzzer Red Neck Black

    Fulling Mill

    The key to this fly is the coloured ribbing and the hot cheek. These elements against the black body allow the fly to look deadly close to the bl...

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    Gold Ribbed Hare's Ear Nymph Unweighted

    Fulling Mill

    A staple pattern in the box of anglers all over the world.  Unweighted, and perfect for imitating mayfly nymphs in still water.  We have lost coun...

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    Magic Spider Natural

    Fulling Mill

    The simple spider is great to use as a natural looking, generic dry fly pattern! Spiders have seen a new age of popularity in recent years and a...

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Shrimp & Crab

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Poppers

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Best Trout Flies for Tasmania, NSW, Victoria & More!

Trout flies are fundamental to mastering the art of flyfishing, and choosing the right pattern can transform your results. The Flyfisher offers an unrivalled selection tailored to the unique challenges of Australian waters. Dry flies like the Royal Wulff excel during surface hatches, perfectly mimicking emerging insects to draw trout to strike. For subsurface action, nymphs such as the Pheasant Tail or Perdigon Pearl imitate aquatic life with lifelike precision, ideal for flowing streams. Streamers, including the ever-reliable Woolly Bugger, target aggressive trout and work wonders in deeper runs or still waters.

What sets our collection apart? Flies from Fulling Mill, Manic Tackle Project, and Tiewell are crafted for longevity and peak performance, ensuring you’re equipped for any trout fishing scenario. Whether refining your technique or targeting trophy fish, our expertly designed patterns deliver unmatched quality and results. Explore the perfect fly for your next adventure. Find the best flies suited to NSW, Tasmania, Victoria and the rest of Australia at The Flyfisher!

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Fly Fishing Flies FAQs

The best fly depends on your target species and water conditions. For trout, Fulling Mill dry flies like the Royal Wulff or Tiewell’s Parachute Adams are excellent. For saltwater, Manic Tackle Project shrimp flies perform exceptionally.

Victoria’s trout fishing often favours Fulling Mill nymphs like the Pheasant Tail, Tiewell’s Woolly Bugger, and dry flies such as the Kakahi Queen by Manic Tackle Project. These patterns suit local streams and lakes.

Fly size depends on water clarity and prey type. Smaller flies, like Fulling Mill’s size 18 dries, suit clear streams, while larger streamers are better for murky waters. Match your fly to local insect activity.

The Woolly Bugger is a beginner’s favourite. Use Tiewell’s fly-tying materials for a simple and effective start. This versatile fly works across species like trout, bass, and even Murray cod.

Match your fly to the fish’s natural prey. For Australian waters, consider Ozzy Native Flies for Murray cod or Fulling Mill’s caddis patterns for trout. Observing local conditions helps refine your choice.

Dry flies like Fulling Mill’s Adams or The Flyfisher’s Bassano Possum Emerger excel for surface-feeding trout. Subsurface, the Hare’s Ear or Copper John nymphs deliver consistent results. Adjust to trout behaviour and conditions.