Fishing Reports

2024 Fishing Reports

18

Apr

Rig Recycling with Russell Conway

Russell Conway from Greensborough and District Angling Club visited the club to deliver the very first rig recycling bin being used in Victoria to Preston Northcote Angling Club.    ... read more
26

Jan

28

Jan

Camperdown January 2024

A great time was had by all at Camperdown.... read more
5

Jan

Bullen Merri (private trip)

Member Joe and 2 of his mates did well at Bullen Merri on the chinook salmon. Heaviest went 6lb!... read more

2023 Fishing Reports

2

Dec

2023 Christmas at the Club

We had a lot of fun at the Xmas Party and the food was delicious.... read more
29

Nov

Altona Beach Shark (private trip)

Daniel was invited on Saturday to have a try for snapper around Altona when he caught this school shark.  Well done Daniel!... read more
18

Nov

19

Nov

Howqua Association Interclub Native Fish Competition

Members of the club attended the inaugural Howqua Association Native Fish Competition. Pictured are Ivan, Iiann and Andy's (Chicken Hawk) Saturday weigh ins and Ange’s magnificent cod on the Sunday. The competition had approximately 70 registered participants trying against a... read more
10

Nov

St Kilda Early Friday morning (private trip)

Jeff, George and Stue wet a line off the beach around St Kilda early Friday morning... read more
21

Oct

Nillahcootie Trip Report (private trip)

by Kevin Bamford

We visited Nillahcootie and Cameron netted his first size Cod.  Unfortunately it is out of season, but that didn’t deter him from a huge smile.      The captain Kevin  managed a nice reddie.   Andy Brandi (chicken hawk)  had... read more
10

Sep

11

Sep

Howqua Interclub Trip

by Kevin Bamford

Carsten caught a massive yellow belly at Howqua, fishing from a kayak. The event was Howqua Association trout opening competition. Numbers are approximate P.N.A.C 12/ B/ water Dunlop 20/ Clayton 16 .We weighed in 4 on Saturday (3 Andrew Brandi... read more
7

Sep

Alexandria Trip (private trip)

by Nick

Nick caught his largest Rainbow Trout ever, on a beautiful sunny day of fishing recently.... read more
4

Sep

Bundalong Trip (private trip)

by Ray Martin (Wombat)

Ray Martin doesn't get to the club often but still goes fishing a lot. Here is one of his many catches of fresh water Murray Cray, caught at Bundalong. New members can learn a lot from such experienced anglers in... read more
26

Aug

Pykes Creek August 2023

by Andrea Dawson

Jaxson caught the only fish to measure which was a trout.  Although the weather was wet & cold, everyone had a good day out. Good one Jaxson!... read more
13

Aug

Presentation Night 2023

by Lisa Ramadge

What a great night it was for our 2023 Presentation Night on Saturday night at Normanby House. Members, their families and guests joined us to celebrate the past year and award winners. Band Redline provided classic tunes to dance the... read more
29

Jul

30

Jul

Camperdown Weekend

by Richard Higlett

We had an interclub competition between the Camperdown and Preston Northcote members.  Camperdown offered 6 anglers and PNAC with 13 anglers, including three of our junior members, battling it out for the heaviest fish.  The weekend saw winds and choppy... read more
11

Feb

12

Feb

Nagambie (Majors Creek) Freshwater Trip

by Niki

We had 10 of our members head up for a camping/fishing trip at Majors Creek just south of Nagambie. An easy 1 hour 20 minutes from Preston, most members arrived on Friday to set up camp with some river front... read more
26

Jan

29

Jan

Port Albert Australia Day Long Weekend Trip

by Niki

Our trip to Port Albert included 17 club members staying at our lodge. The fishing bite was red hot with plenty of whiting, snook, flathead caught over the 4 day trip. Bamford Charters took out young Cameron and Carsten. Cameron... read more

2022 Fishing Reports

3

Dec

Christmas Tree, Bundoora Park, December 2022

by Niki

After a COVID hiatus, our annual Christmas Tree was back! Members and their families enjoyed a warm summers day celebrating with each other.  Santa arrived in style in a decked out box trailer ready to hand out gifts for the... read more
25

Jun

Yarrambat Family Fishing Day

by Niki

Big smiles at Yarrambat   Members and their families gathered at Yarrambat Lake for our Family Day on a beautiful sunny winters day. We were lucky enough to help stock rainbow trout into the lake with VFA which the kids... read more
11

Jun

13

Jun

Lake Hume Freshwater Queens Birthday Weekend 11-13th June

by Niki Duckstein

Lake Hume Queens birthday Weekend trip 11-13th June I see red, I see red, I see red Members stayed and fished from the Lake Hume Angling and Social Club Lodge which included a private boat ramp and locked gate. Most... read more

2021 Fishing Reports

23

Apr

25

Apr

Lake Fyans Freshwater 23rd-25th April 2021

by Flash (Gordon)

Lake Fyans Saturday P Miles caught 3 rainbow   Barnies Bar and Bistro provided good meal in a converted shearing shed 10 mins from Lake Fyans. Good event as partners with children also attended. R Higlett and G MacDonald fished... read more
8

Apr

Preston and Northcote Angling, club is open again 2021.

by John Deverson

As restrictions have now eased we will be returning our supper at our weekly meetings starting tonight with a barbeque starting around 7:00pm.... read more

2020 Fishing Reports

30

Apr

Preston and Northcote Angling, club will be closed until further notice.

All meeting and fishing competition will be postponed until further notice. This is with in compliance with Federal and State Government guidelines and directives during the Coronavirus pandemic.... read more
22

Feb

23

Feb

Port Albert Saltwater & Surf Estuary 22nd-23rd February 2020

by John Deveson

Port Albert, Saltwater and Surf Estuary Competition 22 nd -23 rd of February 2020 With a few early starters arriving on Thursday and the rest of the members and non-members arriving on Friday. All up we have 5 entries fishing... read more
15

Feb

16

Feb

Yarrawonga Catch and Release 15th-16th February 2020

by Les Penrose

Yarrawonga Catch and Release 2020. 11 Members including 2Juniors plus one non member took part on the weekend 15-16 February 2020 under hot conditions and a very heavy rainfall at 7pm Friday.   We had 2 teams of 4 and... read more

2019 Fishing Reports

30

Nov

1

Dec

Howqua and area Freshwater competition 30th November - 1st December 2019

by Flash

Friday, 8 of us arrived safely at the lodge, a bit of laughter, singing & a few fanta's were had.  Saturday arrived over cast with southerly wind, "not bad".  Small amount of rain  in the  afternoon. Weigh in was at 8pm.  John... read more
23

Nov

24

Nov

Howqua working bee November 2019

by Les Penrose

A weekend of perfect weather, we had 4 on the weekend and 2 came up on Saturday.  All work listed plus other jobs due to the great weather and daylight saving was on our side.  The landing was recoated, our... read more
15

Nov

18

Nov

Marlo Surf and Estuary competition 15th-18th November 2019

by Tony Coon

Friday:Members found the entrance closed and the water high. They tried their luck in the Brodribb and Snowy Rivers as well as the inlet with all but one member having some success landing 16 Bream, 6 Luderick, 5 Mullet and... read more
2

Nov

5

Dec

Port Albert Surf Estuary and Saltwater Competition 2nd-5th November 2019

Friday saw the safe arrival of most members. Saturday weather was overcast and a bit breezy.  P Antonello caught his first gummy at 65cm and not weighable. Overall most members caught fish with Numurkah boys fishing the old port via... read more
2

Nov

5

Nov

Darthmouth area Freshwater competition 2nd-5th November 2019

Weather was wet and wild with all members catching at least 1 fish. Lake was dropping fast and down to 55%. Trout were not fussy with most winged lures catching fish and at various depths. Bait fishing was harder to... read more
27

Sep

29

Sep

Lake Eildon Area including Nillachootie competition 27th - 29th September 2019

by John Deveson

Preston Northcote Angling Club trip events 27-29 th of September 2019 Freshwater Lake Eildon Area, including Nillachootie. 9 members including 1 junior attended competition and all arrived Thursday afternoon. Friday morning members ventured out to a mild sunny day with... read more
31

Aug

1

Sep

Gippsland Lakes surf/estuary competition 31st August 2019

by Tony Coon

Nine members and two friends fished the Gippsland Lakes Saturday, two members tried their luck at Lake Tyers picking up 2 Bream each with one landing a nice 40cm which finished up being the heaviest bream for the 2 day... read more
16

Aug

18

Aug

Howqua Working Bee 16th - 18th August 2019

by Len Penrose

Friday was a washout with rain on and off all day.  However Saturday after the morning frost turned into a sunny warm day.  We woke up to see kangaroos on our side of the fence line cutting the grass for... read more
22

Jun

23

Jun

Lake Fyans Freshwater Comp 22nd-23rd June 2019

by Richard Higlett

Lake Fyans Freshwater comp – June 22, 23 2019     Lake Fyans is a small lake at the base of the Grampians near Pomonal, 15km’s west of Stawell.  Known for it’s weedy habitat, large trout and redfin. Six club... read more
8

Jun

10

Jun

Dartmouth Freshwater competition 8th-10th June 2019

by Flash (Gordon)

Club trip to Dartmouth  Wayne & Alisha fished Friday afternoon in the Dart cup, with no luck.  Bernie & Katie arrived mid afternoon.  I arrvived 6ish, wow a long way.  A great catch up was had. Saturday: Most of us... read more
25

May

26

May

Howqua Report 25th-26th May 2019

by John Deveson

Howqua Report 25-26 May 2019 Howqua Trip including Nillachootie 25-26 of May 2019. 6 members attended this competition and all arrived Friday. The weather report for the weekend was not favourable however the expected change and predicted forecast did not... read more
18

May

19

May

Saltwater fish anywhere May 18th-19th 2019

by Drago Bagaric

Saltwater Fish anywhere 18th, 19th May 2019 Gorgeous autumn weather across Victoria this weekend with Drago Bagaric and Bruce Warwick fishing the surf at Venus Bay. Fishing the tide but unfortunately no fish, great trip had by both. &emsp; Kevin... read more
10

May

13

May

Portland Area Saltwater Comp 10th-13th May 2019

Members attended a 3 day competition.  Portland is a magnificent location to target tuna and other fish in various size boats.  However, the weather was foul and the fish difficult to entice.  3 members made a week of the trip... read more
27

Apr

28

Apr

Port Albert Surf Estuary Comp 27th-28th April 2019

Port Albert Surf Estuary Comp 27th-28th April 2019 Most members arrived Wednesday afternoon. Thursday’s fishing was hard. Wind was averaging 15-20 knots in a westerly direction.  Squid fishing was almost impossible with a drift rate over 4kms an hour. Friday... read more
19

Apr

22

Apr

Kyalite - Easter freshwater competition 19th-22nd April 2019

by Richard Higlett

Kyalite / Easter freshwater comp - April 19/04/19   Good Friday 9 members attended this event. Our club has been camping on the Edwards River for over Fifty years and this year we welcomed some new faces to the Kyalite... read more
13

Apr

14

Apr

Port Albert Working Bee - 13th-14th April 2019

by Frank Calleja

The Port Albert Working bee was to primarily construct a cleaning table cover which was duly completed.  There were 10 members present which all contributed to other projects and lodge maintenance.  The water supply to the garage was another major job... read more
23

Mar

24

Mar

Camperdown Freshwater competition 23rd-24th March 2019

by FLASH (Gordon McDonald)

Club trip to Camperdown 4 of us arrived Friday night, a couple of fanta's were had. Saturday morning l caught a salmon trolling a gold tassie.  The Jaxson show arrived, Richard arrived lunch time.  It was a hard day, nothing... read more
9

Mar

11

Mar

Howqua Area / Nillahcootie Freshwater comp 9th-10th March 2019

by Richard Higlett

Howqua Area / Nillahcootie fresh water comp March 09,10.11- 2019   Saturday: 4 members attended this event.  The members stayed at the Howqua lodge with much anticipation of the native fish on the chew and a good weather forecast.  Stan... read more
3

Mar

Maribyrnong Masters Competition 3rd March 2019

by John Deveson

Maribyrnong Masters Competition 3rd of March 2019 After an extremely hot Saturday night sleep, the competition started at the crack of dawn and all members and non-members turned up.  PNAC had a total of 14 members and 2 non-members.  The... read more
23

Feb

24

Feb

The 25th - Native Fish Catch & Release Competition Yarrawonga February 2019

by Les Penrose

The 25th - Native Fish Catch & Release Competition Yarrawonga February 2019 Preston Northcote had 3 senior team and 1 Junior team. Fishing in perfect conditions for the weekend. The Murray river was very busy over the weekend due to... read more
22

Feb

25

Feb

Marlo Competition 22nd-25th February 2019

by Tony Coon

Marlo Comp 22-25 February 2019 The first day, Friday, was a bit slow with members finding the entrance closed and the water high.  Members split up between the inlet and Brodrib River in the clearing light rain, with six of... read more
9

Feb

10

Feb

Port Albert Inter comp 9th-10th February 2019

by Steve Gusman

Feb 9-10th Port Albert inter comp. Four members headed to our lodge to brave the weekends forecast and keep the tradition going.  Every now and then the BOM gets one right and this was to be their weekend to shine. ... read more
2

Feb

3

Feb

Blue Rock Lake, 2nd-3rd February 2019

by Kevin Bamford

Most members enjoyed a meal Friday night, at a local sports complex. Saturday, all members were on the water very early with very hot conditions no breeze and fish hard to attract. Fishing with baits were scrubworms and yabbies and... read more
26

Jan

28

Jan

Port Albert - Australia Day - Jan 26-28th 2019

by Tony Coon

Port Albert Report 26-28/01/2019 Ten members and three visitors attended Port Albert for the Australia Day weekend. Guzzy and Goldie venturing out through the entrance and boating 19 Gummies of which 7 were released.  Flathead were a bit light on... read more
20

Jan

Maribyrnong Competition, 20th January 2019

by John Deveson

Maribyrnong Estuary Competition 20th of January 2019 7 members fished the competition with 2 late entries in Phil and Jaxson Brandi.  Start time was 11:00am and weigh was 6:00pm. Most member started to fish around Footscray Bridge and worked their... read more

2018 Fishing Reports

24

Nov

25

Nov

Port Albert Working Bee 24th-25th November 2018

by Frank Calleja

There were 8 members which attended our most recent working bee.  The weather was of concern at the time since there were some exterior items to be attended to but were quite fortunate in that there was only a light... read more
17

Nov

18

Nov

Nagambie Area, 17th-18th November 2018

by Kevin Bamford

Tim Paul entered but had to go home early, was not in the lodge only 10 stayed. Good weather a little wind Saturday, perfect Sunday water temp 19.7 degrees. Plenty of fish biting, murray cods, yellow bellies, turtles and 1... read more
3

Nov

6

Nov

Port Albert Saltwater & Surf Estuary Comp 3rd-6th November 2018

by Frank Calleja

Surf Estuary There were 12 members and 2 visitors that attended the surf/est. competition over the Melbourne cup weekend.  Unfortunatly the conditions were appalling with a lot of wind and rain. There was some relief on Monday when weather condions were a... read more
3

Nov

6

Nov

Darthmouth Area 3rd-6th November 2018

by John Costa

F/W Dartmouth Area November 3rd-6th 2018   Eleven members entered the Dartmouth competition staying in various locations. On the Saturday members fished in conditions that were probably too good to fish.  The fishing was hard and slow but most members... read more
21

Oct

Saltwater go anywhere 21st October 2018

by Peter Desensi

October 21 PNFC go anywhere trip.Arriving at the ramp early and having time to waste why not chat with the locals.  After a brief talk with a guy on the pier and later two ladies fishing on the tie up... read more
13

Oct

14

Oct

Gippsland Lakes fishing comp 13th-14th October 2018

by Linda Miller

Captains Report   Mitchell River produced good Bream upstream of bridge, near picnic point.   Early morning & late afternoon. Tambo, Nicholson and silt jetties - zero activity. Weather was warm and windy in afternoon making hard to feel bites (if... read more
6

Oct

Hastings competition 6th October 2018

by Steve Guzman

Saturday morning 6th October 2018 PNAC hosted a trip to western port bay. 6 members and 2 non members headed out from Hasting.  The Weather was fine with only a gentle breeze about early which gave way to calm conditions... read more
28

Sep

30

Sep

Howqua Area / Nillahcootie freshwater comp 28th - 30th September 2018

by Richard Higlett

Howqua Area / Nillahcootie fresh water comp Sept 28-30 2018   Friday: 10 members attended this event.  The members stayed at the Howqua lodge with much anticipation of the native fish on the chew and Collingwood winning the Grand Final.  Most... read more
22

Sep

Werribee Saltwater Comp 22nd September 2019

by Niki Duckstein

On the 22nd of September, 11 members heading to Werribee for our saltwater competition. Most members were on the water by 8am with a few heading towards 'the split' to try for some calamari. White and orange jigs working well... read more
8

Sep

9

Sep

Bellarine Area (Squid only) 8th-9th September 2018

by George Kapouleas

A total of 14 Club members participated in this years Competition.  Many members took the opportunity to start bright and early on Saturday, many of which launched off at Queenscliff while others headed for the Clifton Springs/Port Arlington area.  It was... read more
1

Sep

2

Sep

Howqua Association Interclub trip 1st -2nd September 2018

by John Deveson

Howqua Association Interclub trip 1-2/09/2018 Most members arrived Friday and settled into the lodge and it rained most of the day which provided some adventures in managing car and boat parking in slippery conditions. Saturday the rain almost cleared with... read more
18

Aug

19

Aug

Gippsland Lakes inc Lake Tyres 18th - 19th August 2018

by Frank Calleja

Six competitors participated on the Gippsland Lakes competion over the weekend. The weather conditions were far from perfect, with windy and rainy conditions. That beind said, everyone fished on the Saturday and manged to make some good catches of Mullet.... read more
18

Aug

19

Aug

Howqua working bee Aug 2018

by Les Penrose

Our working bee weather forecast was as bad as it could be and it certainly lived up to it.  However our 11 members and 1 junior took it on and between the heavy rain breaks. Lodge Audit and Meeting with... read more
30

Jul

Fisheries Victoria - Maribyrnong River media release - 30 July 2018 (private trip)

by John Deveson

On the 30 th of July, John Deveson and Kevin Bamford attend a media release down at the Maribyrnong River opposite the Essendon Angling Club. The State Member for Essendon Danny Pearson MP has approved an $815,000 boost to improve... read more
28

Jul

29

Jul

Freshwater comp, Camperdown Area 28-29 July 2018

by John Costa

F/W Camperdown Area Nine members and one junior member entered the Camperdown Area competition.  Members filtered in over the course of Friday with all arriving safely. John Costa and Bernard Harris fished lake Purrumbete on the Friday for no result.... read more
14

Jul

15

Jul

Howqua Area freshwater comp 14-15 July 2018

by Gordon "Flash" McDonald

 Howqua Area freshwater comp  14-15 July 2018 10 members attended the Howqua area trip and it was nice to see some of our country members. Frank went to bed early while the rest rocked through till the early hours on... read more
12

May

13

May

Camperdown Area 12th -13 May 2018

by Ken Ely

Camperdown Area 12 th -13 May 2018 Seven members and a junior made the trip to the Camperdown Angling Lodge at Lake Bullen Merri for the Clubs last event of the 17/18 freshwater competition season. There was a lot of... read more
24

Apr

28

Apr

Mallacoota Saltwater/Surf/Estuary April 2018

by Peter Antonello

Mallacoota Club Trip - from Peter Antonello Tuesday 24th: All the members arrived safely and in good spirits. Wednesday 25th: Good weather to start our fishing with pleasant conditions all day. Some good fish to show for our efforts at... read more
21

Apr

22

Apr

Lake Fyans Area fresh water comp 21-22 April 2018

by Richard Higlett

Lake Fyans Area fresh water comp 21-22 April 2018   Saturday 10 members attended this event. The members stayed at the Lake Fyans Caravan Park. Ray Martin and Ray Everest and friends were camping on the Lake in the Pontoon... read more
30

Mar

2

Apr

Easter Kyalite trip - April 2018

by John Deveson

Sunny skies and hot weather all throughout the Easter trip at Kyalite. Edward River rising every day and over the 5 days rose 400mm from 1,2m -1.6m.  In previous years we have experienced a drop in water level and with... read more
24

Mar

25

Mar

Barwon Heads - Bellarine Trip - March 2018

by Peter Antonello

Barwon Heads - Bellarine Trip March 24-25 2018 The weekend started early, Joe Perri, Tony Valier-D'abate, and myself arrived Friday and fished the afternoon at Point Richards with little success.   The water was dirty and not good for squid.  We... read more
10

Mar

12

Mar

Camperdown Area, Labour Day Long Weekend 2018

by Richard Higlett

Labour Day long weekend fresh water comp Camperdown area 8 members and one guest attended this event.  5 members stayed at the Purrumbete Caravan Park which was booked by the club.  The weather over the three days was ideal for... read more
10

Mar

12

Mar

Port Albert - Labour Day - Mar 2018

by Daniel Trafford

12 people fish Port Albert on the weekend. The weather was pretty bad on Friday as John Costa and Daniel Trafford tried to head out side. Steve Guzman got out, but due to the weather John and Daniel turned around... read more
4

Mar

Maribyrnong Masters - 4th March 2018

by Ken Ely

Essendon Angling Club Maribyrong Masters – 4th March 2018 Preston Northcote were well represented at the 11th Maribyrnong Masters competition with 11 members and a junior.  Fishing was difficult with the fish generally refusing to cooperate with only 3 bream... read more
23

Feb

25

Mar

Marlo trip - 23rd-25th Feb 2018

by Ken Ely

Trip Report – Marlo 23rd-25th February 2018 The annual trip to Marlo was well attended by ten members and two guests.  Most members arrived on Thursday to prepare for the Friday start to the competition.  The conditions were excellent with... read more
17

Feb

18

Feb

Native Fish Catch and Release competition, Yarrawonga Area, 17th – 18th February 2018

by Les Penrose

Native Fish Catch and Release competition Yarrawonga Area, 17th – 18th February 2018 13 senior and 1 junior members fished the competition at Yarrawonga in great weather conditions.  The Murray River is at normal level for this time of the... read more
26

Jan

28

Jan

Freshwater go anywhere Australia Day weekend Jan 2018

by Richard Higlett

Freshwater go anywhere Australia Day weekend, was held over three days with the weight in at the clubrooms 7pm Sunday evening. Five club members fished their favourite locations on a very hot weekend, with light winds, ideal for those in... read more
26

Jan

28

Jan

Port Albert - Australia Day - Jan 26-28th 2018

by Frank Caleja

Port Albert Trip Report Jan 26-28th 2018 We had a number of members attend the Australia Day weekend trip.  The lodge was found to be quite adequate for those attending. The weather conditions weren't the very best and fishing was... read more
20

Jan

Maribyrnong River Trip- 20th Jan 2018

by Niki Duckstein

Maribyrnong River Trip- 20th Jan Preston Northcote members headed down to the Maribyrnong River on a beautiful sunny Melbourne afternoon for our first trip of the year on the 20th of January. Seven Members competed with a range of areas... read more

2017 Fishing Reports

9

Dec

10

Dec

Howqua Area and Lake Nillahcootie Freshwater competition 9th and 10th December 2017

by John Deveson

Howqua Area and Lake Nillahcootie Freshwater competition 9th and 10th December. 16 members and 1 non competitor fished the competition.  The barometer was down low proving it hard to entice fish to bight.    Saturday produced some nice Murray Cod... read more
24

Nov

25

Nov

Howqua Working Bee 24th-26th November 2017

by Les Penrose

Howqua Working Bee 24-26/11/2017 Only 5 members attended, however in between very hot and wet conditions all work set out was completed.  The grounds looked like the Botanical Gardens, the decking recoated with new paint and you could now see... read more
19

Nov

St Kilda Snapper competition - Sunday 19th November 2017

by Alf Breci

Preston Northcote Angling Club (PNAC) had a St Kilda Snapper competition on Sunday 19/11/17.  As the designated start time was agreed to be 3.30am and a weigh-in time of 1pm the 8 competitors were in for a long day.   ... read more
7

Oct

8

Oct

PORT ALBERT COMPETITION - OCT. 7-8 2017

by Frank Calleja

PORT ALBERT COMPETION REPORT - OCT. 7-8 2017 Saturday: Fishing was very poor along with windy conditions. Most competitors fished for most of the day in the adverse conditions, Peter Goldsworthy and Steve Gussman started their fishing at midnight when... read more
17

Sep

Freshwater go anywhere - 17th September 2017

by Richard Higlett

PNAC held a go anywhere freshwater single day event on Sunday 17th of September, with the weigh in at the Preston club rooms at 7pm. The event was held with good conditions prevailing for both bank fisherman and those with... read more
16

Sep

17

Sep

Bellarine Squid fishing - September 2017

by Niki Duckstein

Eighteen members attended the Squid Only Bellarine Trip over the weekend of the 16th & 17th of September with most members arriving on Friday.  The forecast wasn't looking good on Saturday with 30knots plus expected.  And that's exactly what we... read more
2

Sep

3

Sep

Howqua Interclub and PNAC Competition 2nd – 3rd of September 2017.

by John Deveson

Howqua Interclub and PNAC Competition 2nd – 3rd of September 2017. Start of the trout opening saw 18 members entered in the Howqua Association Interclub Competition aswell as our own Club competition.  All members arrived on Friday and some early... read more
29

Jul

30

Jul

Camperdown area, Competition, 29th-30th July 2017

by Ken Ely

July 29-30 Camperdown District Fourteen members and a junior fished the Camperdown and District competition based at the Camperdown Angling Club’s lodge. Unfortunately the wind sprung up on Friday night to gale force strength and continued through the Saturday. John... read more
17

Jun

18

Jun

Camperdown area, Competition, 17th-18th June 2017

by Ken Ely

Camperdown Area 17th-18th June Nine very enthusiastic members visited the Camperdown Angling Club’s Lodge located on Lake Bullen Merri in what turned out to be fantastic calm and not too cold weather.  With the conditions so good Ken Ely cast... read more
10

Jun

12

Jun

Gippsland Lakes Competition 10th-12 June 2017

by Ken Ely

Gippsland Lakes 10th-12 June 2017 Twelve members and a potential new member joined together at the Bairnsdale Caravan Park on the Friday afternoon for a weekend’s estuary fishing. The weather forecast was great and the almanac was suggesting fantastic angling.... read more
10

Jun

12

Jun

Dartmouth Freshwater Competition 10th - 12th June 2017

by John Costa

F/W Dartmouth 10th-12th 2017 All members arrived safely on Friday. Nicki and I headed out to the Dart arm after lunch and got a few small fish on fenders and worms. The method was lead lining with two and a... read more
28

May

Thanks to Niki (private trip)

by Kevin and Jeff

Kevin and Jeff would like to thank Niki for her help in the past couple of weeks.   Bamford Charters finally got a new set of trailer lights fitted, thanks to Niki. Jeff's car was repaired by Niki during a... read more
19

May

20

May

Howqua Working Bee, 19-20th May 2017

by Les Penrose

Howqua Working Bee 19-20th May. 9 Members attended our working bee with most arriving on a wet and windy Friday. A good social afternoon and a Football evening made up for our misfortunes. Saturday was a perfect day for work... read more
13

May

Goulburn River Freshwater Competition May 2017

by John Costa

Saturday turned out to be a beautiful day weather wise with early morning fog that lifted around 11.00 am. Oliver Manasiev fished the pondage whilst George Kapouleas fished the breakaway area.  John Costa and Alex Isailovic fished the Goulburn above... read more
6

May

13

May

Snowy Mountains freshwater competition May 2017

by Gordon McDonald

Saturday: Most members left Melbourne around 6am and arrived at the Jindabyne cottage around 5pm. 6pm, Michael Piontek (NSW Fisheries Officer) had a well delivered chat about the Lake fishing, lures and changes of rules fishing in the river. Surprisingly... read more
22

Apr

25

Apr

Lake Fyans freshwater competition, 22-25 April 2017

by John Deveson

Lake Fyans competition 22nd – 25th April 2017 All members arrived before dark on Friday and the Lake looked excellent at 74% with light winds forecast for the next 4 days. Early Saturday started out perfect with blue sky and... read more
21

Apr

Pinky action at Ricketts Point, April 2017 (private trip)

by Tony Nicolosi

After the rain on Saturday I decided to go out for a fish with Rob Kriz.  We put in St Kilda at 6:00am and headed for Ricketts Point.  Got to a spot where I heard that they had been firing... read more
14

Apr

17

Apr

Kyalite / Wakool area, Freshwater competition (Easter) April 2017

by John Deveson

12 member attended and most arrived Thursday during the day and night.  The weather was perfect with sunny days around 28 - 29 degs all weekend. Friday: 1/2 members fished Edward River or the Wakool River.  The carp were prolific... read more
26

Mar

Calamari, Bellarine Peninsula, March 2017 (private trip)

by Tony Nicolosi

Went out off clifton springs this morning with Ron de Bono and Frank Giampetrone what a great morning we had, the water was as flat as a sheet of glass end up 26 squid between us what a great day.... read more
26

Mar

Bellarine Peninsula, March 2017

by Niki Duckstein

All was set for another Bellarine Saltwater Trip on the 26th of March with light winds and a sunny day expected. With plenty of good fishing reports coming through everyone’s sprits were high and ready for a big day on... read more
25

Mar

26

Mar

Nagambie, March 2017

by Les Penrose

The club rooms of the Nagambie Angling Club was the venue for our weekend Competition.   Alas no one told the fish.  Saturday morning light rain then a hot weekend.   The water went from cloudy Saturday to dirty on Sunday.  Small... read more
5

Mar

Essendon Masters Competition – 5th March 2017

by Ken Ely

Essendon Masters Competition – 5th March 2017 18 anglers at the 10th Essendon Masters Competition held in excellent conditions represented the club.  The weather was calm and overcast with a rising tide early on. Unfortunately the fish did not cooperate.... read more
24

Feb

26

Feb

Marlo Fishing Report, February 2017

by David Fairy and Dennis Dowling

Big catches, Frankie & Den or tinker & tailor go down the mouth for the volume catch and did pretty well, they got a heap of tailor. They caught so many but not a lot of takers to eat the... read more
18

Feb

19

Feb

Yarrawonga Area Native Fish Catch and Release Competition

by Les Penrose

18 Members from Preston Northcote Club competed in the NFA Challenge held at Yarrawonga in perfect weather.  We had 4 and a 1/2 teams of 4 anglers per team.  Most fished the river down stream of the Weir and some... read more
11

Feb

12

Feb

Port Albert Interclub Competition, February 2017

by Richard Higlett

12 members of the Preston and Northcote Angling Club (PNAC) attended the Port Albert lodge to fish the interclub competition. The competion was against the Port Albert Light Game & Sportfishing Club, who fielded 7 members on a weekend that... read more
26

Jan

29

Jan

Freshwater, Go Anywhere, January 2017

by John Costa

With great weather predicted members headed to Lake Nillahcootie, Lake Mulwala and the Murray river at Yarrawonga and the Broken river at Benalla. Tony Dorner fished lake Nillahcootie for no result with the incessant heat being close to unbearable. The... read more

2016 Fishing Reports

11

Dec

Newlyn Reservoir and Hepburn Lagoon, December 2016

by Ken Ely

Newlyn Reservoir and Hepburn Lagoon 11th December 2016 A beautiful day was forecast for a spot of angling at Newlyn Reservoir and Hepburn Lagoon. Hopes where high for the five anglers with both lakes full to the brim and the... read more
25

Nov

27

Nov

Working Bee, Howqua Lodge, November 2016

by Ken Ely

Thirteen members, a junior and a guest volunteered their services for the working bee at Howqua. Work started as soon as the workers arrived on Friday with Len Brown fitting a new axle to the ride on mower to allow... read more
19

Nov

20

Nov

Bellarine Fising Report, November 2016

by Nikki Duckstein

Fourteen members headed down for a weekend of fishing on the Bellarine Peninsula. The weather forecast didn't disappoint with warm sunny days and low wind all weekend. On Saturday most members fished around St Leonards and Clifton Springs targeting whiting... read more
12

Nov

13

Nov

Howqua area and Lake Nillahcootie Competition, November 2016

by John Deveson

19 members attended competition and all arrived on Friday. Entertainment around the Barby on Friday night was attended by most members. Saturday morning all rose early and started out on their fishing adventure where half the members fished Lake Nillacootie... read more
29

Oct

1

Nov

Port Albert Trip Report, October - November 2016

by John Costa

Over the course of the weekend we had 2 competitions down at our Port Albert lodge; salt water and surf estuary, consisting of 17 members and 2 new members that were welcomed to PNAC.  Greg Niven and Andy Matties were... read more
30

Sep

2

Oct

Club Lodge at Lake Eildon - Grand Final Weekend 2016

by Richard Higlett

We had 14 participants for this much anticipated fishing competition. With the Grand Final holiday on Friday , and the anglers almanac promising good fishing, the only thing not in our favour was the weather. With recent heavy rainfall the... read more
24

Sep

St Kilda Snapper, September 2016

by Tony Nicolosi

A total of 10 members fished the St Kilda competition on Saturday 24th September 2016 with a total of 5 boats. Tony Nicolosi, Ron DeBono, Frank Calleja, Richard Higlett, Tileo DiCori Peter Antonello, Steve Gusman Bob Beeson, Kevin Bamford and... read more
18

Sep

Goulburn River and Tributaries, September 2016

by Petras Surna

Five competitors departed the small picnic area outside Yea at 6 am. I was not one of them. As trip captain, I was meant to be there to sing the club song, give a speech and wish everyone well. However,... read more
11

Sep

Hastings in September

by Frank Calleja

A total of 10 members and 1 non-member fished the Hastings competition on Sunday 11th September 2016 with a total of 4 boats. The members spread themselves about with 2 boats fishing the Hastings area of the last known snapper... read more
18

Jul

Lake Wendouree, July 2016

by Richard Higlett

The day started at 7am at the Ballarat Yacht Club on the banks of lake Wendouree. The wind was howling and cold. Tony Dorner, Keven Bamford, George Kapoleous, myself and Nikki Duckstein shivered in the 30km winds that were churning... read more
10

Jun

13

Jun

Gippsland Lakes

by Linda Miller

Friday : Arrived and unpacked. Went across the road to pub for delicious dinner and good chatter. Saturday : After a very wet start to the day a beautiful afternoon shone through. Some launched into the river near the campground,... read more
1

May

Goulburn River, April 2016

by Jeff Santamaria

Sunday around 3am, mother-nature decided she would lash Victoria with a fierce storm which lasted for a couple of hours and probably woke up the whole state.  The weather was challenging to say the least, strong winds and drenching rain... read more
22

Apr

25

Apr

Lake Fyans, April 2016

by Rod King

The weekend started with some 20 odd members and some partners heading off to the picturesque surrounds of Lake Fyan’s in Victoria’s North West. All had arrived safely by Friday night and once prepared for what was to be a... read more
10

Apr

Freshwater Go Anywhere, April 2016

by John Deveson

The members fished Lake Nillacootie, Lake Bullen Merri, the Goulburn River from Yea to Alexandra and Yarra River in Templestoe. Barbeque at weigh in was arranged by John Deveson and cooked by Tony Dorner. At the weigh in 2 fish... read more
25

Mar

28

Mar

Easter at Kyalite/Wakool, March 2016

by John Deveson

14 members and 3 non-members arrived during the mid-morning, afternoon and up to mid night on Thursday with the exception of Neil Deveson arrived on Wednesday. The scene was now set and we all enjoyed some meals and drinks around... read more
12

Mar

14

Mar

Port Albert Rocks, March 2016

by Rod King

Ladies and gents we had a good trip down to Port with a total of 6 members and a couple of non-members heading down to South Gippsland to what was to be a beautiful weekend for fishing. On the Saturday... read more
5

Mar

Maribyrnong Masters, March 2016

by Ken Ely

Not a great day at the office for the 17 members that contested the Essendon Maribrynong Masters bream competition. Only 4 fish were weighed for our club from a total of 32 fish brought to scale from nearly 100 competitors.... read more
25

Feb

27

Feb

Late Summer Magic at Marlo

by Kevin Bamford

A fantastic trip with great results was the conclusion from all members and visitors attending. Members arrived on the Thursday for a Friday start to the competition with a great deal of enthusiasm. Good fishing reports were circulating albeit the... read more
19

Feb

20

Feb

Yarrawonga – Area Catch and Release Native Fish Competition

by Les Penrose

Preston Northcote had 4 teams of 4 plus 1 junior Kacey Brandi, plus 2 non- members fishing the Native Fish Catch and Release Competition with NFA Vic. Plenty of small fish registered and released and only 7 legal size eligible... read more
12

Feb

13

Feb

Salt Water Port Albert Summer Fun

by John Costa

Six members braved the uncertainty of high winds and inclement weather to try their luck at Port Albert this weekend. Rod, Jason and Blinky headed out to Cliffy and surrounding islands hoping to tangle with some Kingfish that had been... read more
5

Feb

6

Feb

Nagambie

by Ken Ely

 Sixteen members and a visitor had the pleasure of being hosted by the Nagambie Angling Club at their clubrooms for a chance of catching some native fish in the lake and Goulburn River. The weather was quite hot but conditions... read more
22

Jan

25

Jan

Australia Day Weekend – Go Anywhere

by Ken Ely

Fifteen members entered the competition and fished in many different localities. The Murray at Yarrawonga, Lake Nillahcootie, The Ovens River, Malmsbury Reservoir, Lauriston Reservoir and the Yarra were all tried. Some fantastic fish were caught including Murray Cod, Yellowbelly and... read more

2015 Fishing Reports

4

Dec

Christmas Tree

by John Deveson

The Preston Northcote Angling Club Christmas function was held at Bundoora Park. Well the day was a great success as all the members families friends and children all arrived. The large gum trees provided shade for all to set up... read more
27

Nov

Club working bee

by John Deveson

The grass area behind Bob Jane car park was slashed / mowed. All the rubbish around the site was picked up and swept clean. Gardening jobs were completed. Evaporative Cooler vents were sealed. The Gallery of paintings and Photos were... read more
26

Nov

28

Nov

Howqua Lodge working bee, November 2015

Ten members volunteered for a working Bee at Howqua to do maintenance before the summer. Lots of grass was cut, the deck was oiled along with general cleaning and many smaller repairs and maintenance. The Saturday evening BBQ organised by... read more
21

Nov

Go Anywhere Surf Estuary

by Ken Ely

Four members ventured out in excellent conditions for some estuary angling. Two members tried the Barwon, one the Werribee and one the Maribrynong. The fishing was poor in the Maribrynong and Werribee and a little better in the Barwon with... read more
14

Nov

St Kilda Snapper

by 'Flash' Gordon McDonald

After some members had gone out on Thursday and caught good size snapper, this was a highly anticipated snapper competition.  Everyone was keen. There was concern that the wind might make it uncomfortable but wise and experienced members gave it... read more
30

Oct

2

Nov

Port Albert Melbourne Cup Weekend (private trip)

by Rod King

The weekend started off with 7 members Bryan, Gavin, Peter, Tony, John Jason and Myself and 1 non-member (Ian) heading down the highway to Port Albert for a spot of fishing. The weather, and most importantly, the wind was looking... read more
22

Oct

25

Oct

Lake Meston and Junction Lake, Tasmania Central Highlands (private trip)

by PedroArvy

Bruce Love caught 6 rainbow trout spinning with Tassie Devils from his raft. I caught one on fly. I have to say that being out fished 6 to 1 was a bit depressing. I am on a quest to work... read more
16

Oct

Saltwater Go Anywhere October 2015

by John Costa

Five members took advantage of some lovely weather to get out and try their hand at catching a feed of snapper. Reports from the week had the fish working the Williamstown area of Port Phillip and the Corinella area of... read more
9

Oct

Newlyn Reservoir and Hepburn Lagoon

by Ken Ely

Four members fished at Newlyn Reservoir on the Saturday afternoon competition. Hepburn was not fishable because of low water and weed. Newlyn was not much better. The weather conditions were excellent with warm and overcast conditions spoilt by some massive... read more
1

Oct

3

Oct

Grand Final Weekend - Howqua Lodge and Lake Nillahcootie

by Ken Ely

Eight members fished the grand final weekend based at our Howqua lodge in fine warm conditions. All members except Stan fished from boats in Eildon and Nillahcootie on the Friday and Saturday. Ken and Kevin tried the Howqua River on... read more
4

Sep

5

Sep

Trout Rivers Open for 2015

by John Deveson

Most members arrived Friday night and claimed a bed whilst others slept in their swags. As it happened plenty of beds were vacant. Friday night entertainment around the barbeque made a long hard night for all who were game. Saturday... read more
31

Jul

1

Aug

Bullen Merri Winter Blues, August 2015

by John Costa

This weekend's competition at Camperdown was a little bit of a let down as far as fish numbers was concerned but the company of the members who fished the competition was great.  We initially had 18 entries but as the... read more
18

Jul

Barkers Creek Reservoir Fly Attack (private trip)

by Pedro Arvy

I fly fished Barkers Creek Reservoir on Sunday with Andrew Harris and four other blokes. I love this place, you can always find fish moving. However they are hard to catch. This one came to Andrew on a Bruce Smith... read more
10

Jul

11

Jul

Port Albert Working Bee, July 2015

by John Costa

The working bee was attended by Richard Higlett, Bruce Warwick, Kevin Bamford, Rod King, Daniel Trafford and John Costa. Seven cubic meters of gravel was spread around the low lying areas of the lodge by Richard Higlett, Bruce Warwick, and... read more
19

Jun

20

Jun

Bullen Merri, June 2015

by Ken Ely

Fourteen members ventured to Lake Bullen Merri chasing the big trout and chinook salmon in what was to be excellent weather conditions.  As usual nobody told the fish all was good. A lot of hard fishing resulted in a very... read more
12

Jun

13

Jun

Lake Eildon June 2015 (private trip)

by Ken Ely

Many thanks to Peter King for his invitation to spend some time at the lodge. We fished the Saturday for 9 brown Trout. On the Sunday morning a further 7 brown trout were caught. The large majority of the fish... read more
4

Jun

7

Jun

Lake Toolondo June 2015

by Ken Ely

The thirteen anglers that journeyed to Lake Toolondo in western Victoria had high expectations of many trophy trout but unfortunately un-cooperative fish, low water and a lake full of weed that inhibited good angling dashed their hopes. The members settled... read more
23

May

Squid Fishing May 2015

by John Deeveson

Seven members entered the competition. Weather conditions forecasted for light winds (4k) cool in morning and light cloud. Alf Breci fished St Leonards Area and caught 9 squid at 2.2kg, one of the squid was a good size. St Leonards seemed... read more
23

Apr

25

Apr

Lake Fyans, April 2015

by Pedro Arvy

Offical Report Fourteen members journeyed to Lake Fyans on Anzac weekend to be greeted by cold, wet and windy conditions. The fish did not seem to like the conditions either with the catch limited to 10 brown trout and 1... read more
23

Apr

25

Apr

Portland April 2015

by John Costa

The weekends Portland trip was always going to be a tough one to fish considering the weather pattern. However two anglers did make the trip to Portland on the off chance that the weather would hold enough for them to... read more
2

Apr

5

Apr

Kyalite, April 2015

by Ross Haligan

Ten members and four non members ventured to Kyalite for the Easter trip. Fishing was good on Friday and Saturday in fine conditions and although Sunday was the same weather conditions fishing was poor (possibly due to the eclipse of... read more
2

Apr

5

Apr

Marlo, April 2015

by Dennis Dowling

The surf side of the competition was dismal due to side drift. The estuary fishing was more productive with 37 fish weighted in.  All 6 members caught fish with Tony Coon weighting in a respectable 4.15kg. Fish caught included salmon,... read more
20

Mar

Corinella March 21, 2015

by John Costa

Four members and one non member fished Corinella for pretty ordinary results. The day itself was a pleasure to be fishing however the fish were uncooperative. Enduring a lack of fish on this trip certainly makes you really appreciate it... read more
6

Mar

8

Mar

Khancoban March 2015

by Ross Haligan

Four members fished Khancoban in perfect weather conditions. The water was down and continued to fall over the weekend. Thirteen brown trout were weighed in for a total weight of 11.30 kg. Tony Dorner is leading for the competition with... read more
6

Mar

8

Mar

Port Albert March 2015

by John Costa

Growing interest in the surf estuary fishing at Port Albert has seen the club facility and competition well patronized this weekend. For most the three and a half hour drive to Port Albert is usually a leisurely sojourn during daylight... read more
28

Feb

Maribyrnong Masters, March 1st, 2015

by Ken Ely

Seventeen members represented the Club at the annual Essendon Angling Club Maribrynong Masters competition. Eight clubs were represented with varying numbers of competitors. The conditions were good considering the wind and rain on the Saturday evening however the fishing was... read more
20

Feb

21

Feb

Yarrawonga Catch and Release, February 21st-22nd, 2015

by Les Penrose

Thirteen members fished the Native Fish Association's annual catch and release competition at Yarrawonga. Fishing was hard work and results were less than desirable with only five fish being taken over the legal length. Of these their were three yellowbelly... read more
7

Feb

Slow angling at Eildon February 2015

by Ken Ely

Six members and a junior ventured to Eildon for an early morning start to chase the natives. Some success was had but the fishing was slow. Junior Kasey Brandi was outstanding in landing two yellowbelly and a redfin for 5.882kgs... read more
23

Jan

25

Jan

Go Anywhere, Janaury 24th-26th, 2015

by Ken Ely

Six members fished the competition on Australia Day weekend with only Lake Bullen Merri producing a result. Bernie and Wayne Harris fished for a day at the lake that resulted in 8 Chinook Salmon and one Rainbow Trout for a... read more
23

Jan

25

Jan

Port Albert, 24th-26th February 2016

by John Costa

With inclement weather pending the 14 members that were going to fish Port Albert turned into 9. All members arrived safely. Saturday was the pick of the days, so with very little wind John C & Julian headed to Cliffy... read more
4

Jan

Hastings, 5th January 2015 (private trip)

by Chrisopher O'Connell

Chris and Mick have been fishing 15 meters off Hastings and catching some quality King George whiting to 44cm and also some good pinkies to 39cm on Californian squid.... read more

2014 Fishing Reports

28

Nov

29

Nov

Howqua Lodge Working Bee, 29th-30th November 2014

by Ken Ely

The club put on a competition after the working bee at the lodge for the opening of the cod season. Unfortunately only four members were interested in having a crack but it was fun. Rod King was going to be... read more
21

Nov

22

Nov

Salt Water Rhyll, 22nd - 23rd November 2014

by John Costa

Weekends at the Brunswick City Anglers Club are always a memorable event. As with all great weekends what happens on the trip stays on the trip. It was a memorable Saturday night......... Now on to the fishing, Saturday was a... read more
6

Nov

10

Nov

Port Albert Fishing Report, 7th - 11th November, 2014

by John Costa

Reports of snapper, gummy sharks, and large flathead had been heard leading up to this club outing. Frank, Peter, Kevin, and John C were able to get away early and made their way to Port Albert safely on Thursday night.... read more
31

Oct

2

Nov

Lake Dartmouth, 1st-3rd November 2014

by Ken Ely

Members and friends enjoyed a very productive weekend at Dartmouth bringing 71 brown trout to scale for a cleaned weight of 50.020kg. The best fish was a brown caught by Peter Patterson of 1.240kgs. The weather was terrible on the... read more
17

Oct

Newlyn Reservoir, 18th October 2014

by PedroArvy

On Saturday Kevin Bamford, Peter Patterson, Manual Ferraro, Ken Ely, Andrew Harris, Steve Smith and myself fished Newlyn from 1pm to 8pm. The afternoon started with a BBQ put on by Ken – thanks for that Ken, I really enjoyed... read more
11

Oct

Herb Jesson Shield, 12th October 2014

by Ken Ely

The Herb Jesson Shield was held at Newlyn Reservoir and Hepburns Lagoon on in fine conditions. The angling was poor with only 1 rainbow trout weighed from a field of 30 anglers. Preston Northcote had no luck at all with... read more
11

Oct

Carrum Snapper October 12th 2014

by John Costa

Fine weather, smooth seas, no wind and a bucket load of enthusiasm greeted eight member and a non-competitor for the first salt water trip of the new syllabus. The guys fished from T1 all the way down to Mt Eliza... read more
9

Oct

11

Oct

Fyans Fly In 10th-12th October 2014 (private trip)

by PedroArvy

I have just returned from the Fyans Fly In at Lake Fyans with MadDog. It seems that I haven't payed my fly fishing dues yet as I blanked yet again. However, many valuable lessons were learnt. Mark Gibbs from Gisbourne,... read more
3

Oct

4

Oct

Fishing at the club lodge, October 2-3, 2014

by Ken Ely

Ten members went to the Howqua lodge on the weekend for a weekend of beautiful weather and poor angling. The Delatite and Howqua Rivers were not up to scratch with five fish and one fish respectively. The lake produced the... read more
12

Sep

13

Sep

Port Albert working bee, September 2014

by John Costa

It was great to see a good turnout for the second Port Albert working bee of the year. With Port Albert starting to establish itself as a great winter fishery updating the drainage on the block was the main priority... read more
5

Sep

6

Sep

Howqua Opening Season Report, 6th - 7th September 2014

by Frank Cajella

Twenty members attended Howqua lodge to participate in the 2014 interclub competition in excellent weather conditions with sunny days and cool nights. The fishing proved to be somewhat poor for most members, but there were some notable exceptions with Andrew... read more
14

Aug

16

Aug

Howqua Lodge working bee, 15th - 17th August 2014

by Ken Ely

A very challenging weekend with three major projects to be finished in what was forecast to be poor weather. Fortunately the weather was fantastic which added to the enjoyment of a productive weekend for the nine members who came for... read more
1

Aug

2

Aug

Bullen Merri and surrounds, 2nd - 3rd August 2014

by Ken Ely

Sixteen members enjoyed the comfort of the Camperdown Angling Lodge and some good angling at Lake Bullen Merri. The Chinook salmon were feasting on pilchards and whitebait. All other baits were off the menu. Bank fishing and trolling were pretty... read more
25

Jul

26

Jul

Howqua Lodge Ski & Fishing Trip, July 2014 (private trip)

by John Costa

Over the years Howqua Lodge has been a great base to use to those of us that love to enjoy the snowfields of Mt Buller. This year we decided to invite a few of the other guys up to utilise... read more
11

Jul

12

Jul

Port Albert Working Bee, 12th - 13th July, 2014

by John Costa

All members arrived at Port Albert in good time with new members George Kapouleas and Jeff Santamaria the last to arrive at approx. 9.30 pm on Friday. The new split system heater kept us nice and cozy whilst we all... read more
20

Jun

21

Jun

Bullen Merri June 21st - 22nd 2014

by Ken Ely

Near perfect weather conditions albeit a little chilly provided excellent angling conditions for the first of our winter trips to the Camperdown Angling lodge at Lake Bullen Merri. Hopes were high with overcast conditions and a slight north-west breeze prevailing... read more
6

Jun

8

Jun

Mitchell River Bream, 7-9th June

by Dennis Dowling

Six members and a couple of guests fished the Lakes area based on the caravan park on the Nicholson River at Bairnsdale. All members were successful in catching fish that included Bream, Estuary Perch and lots of Mullet. The weather... read more
6

Jun

7

Jun

Interesting Weekend at Howqua Lodge, June 7th - 8th (private trip)

by Ken Ely

What a weekend!!! A car breakdowns, delays, great meals, and lots of laughs to compensate for a few fish. Six members shared a wonderful weekend with delightful weather albeit marred by a breakdown that required a car trailer and a... read more
6

Jun

8

Jun

Dartmouth, 7th - 9th June

by Ken Ely

Ten members visited the Dartmouth area for the long weekend with mixed results in fine weather conditions. A total of 27 trout were brought to scale that were mostly browns with only 2 rainbows for a total of 15.89kgs. Wayne... read more
24

May

Corinella Western Port Winter Snapper, 25th May 2014 (private trip)

by Chros O'Connell

Went out to Corinella, Western Port Bay in search of some winter snapper with Dad, Michael and mate Lee. We caught 3 reds the biggest tipping the scales at 4.95 kgs and other two 2.5-3.0kgs. Sadly we dropped two others.... read more
15

May

Trophy winners for season the 2013 - 2014 season

by Ross Halligan

Following Is the list of special trophy winners declared leading for season 2013/14. Freshwater Champion Peter "Swampy" Patterson 307 Points Freshwater Runner-Up Tony Dorner 220 Points Heaviest Murray Cod Bernie Harris 3.550 Kg Heaviest Bass   Not Recorded Heaviest Brown... read more
13

May

The Wus crew fishes Port Albert, May 2014 (private trip)

by John Costa

There was typical May/ June weather at Port Albert. Smooth seas and a crisp morning. John Wus and crew caught a few Pike to 2.0 kg along with a couple of nice whiting and Flathead. The Pike were taken on... read more
24

Apr

26

Apr

Port Albert, April 25th - 27th 2014

by John Costa

All members who had confirmed got to Port Albert safely on Thursday evening. After cooking a nice simple dinner a strategy was planned for Friday's fishing and all went to bed nice and early for a change. On Friday morning... read more
17

Apr

20

Apr

Kyalite fishing for natives over Easter

by Bernie Harris

17 members and 4 non members fished a rising river (Edward River) and also the (Wakool River). The fishing was patchy with some people missing out all together ,for the ones that didn't they angled 55 fish, 52 Yellow Belly... read more
10

Apr

12

Apr

Millbrook Lakes Fly Fishing Clinic, 14th April, 2014 (private trip)

by Pedro Arvy

Over the weekend I attended a fantastic fly fishing clinic lured by the opportunity to bask in the glow of fishing celebrity Phillip Weigall. Having come out the other end, so to speak, I can confidently say that unless you... read more
5

Apr

Werribee Fishing Report, 6th April 2014

by Dennis Dowling

Members fished the Werribee River due to strongish easterly winds on arrival. The fishing was very slow. Only small bream with the exception of a 30cm keeper. Around 11.00am the wind had abated somewhat so some decided to venture out... read more
4

Apr

5

Apr

Lake Fyans 5th - 6th April 2014

by John Deveson

Eight members arrived safely on Friday afternoon and evening. All members had booked accommodation in the villa units within the Lake Fyans Park. First light on Saturday all members ventured out into the water and started trawling. The lake condition... read more
29

Mar

Avalon Fishing Report March 2014 (private trip)

by John Costa

Due to the lack of thunder storms on Sunday morning Steve Gusman and I made a last minute decision to go fishing. It turned out to be a pleasant Sunday on the water just off Avalon. It appears that the... read more
22

Mar

Go Anywhere March 23rd, 2014

by Ken Ely

A poor days fishing all round. Members ventured to Nillahcootie, Albert Park Lake, Deep Creek and the Yarra with no success. Conditions were good except for Albert Park which was a strange grey colour with lots of weed. Small golden... read more
21

Mar

22

Mar

Western Port Bay, March 22nd - 23rd 2014

by John Costa

The Brunswick Angler's Club Lodge at Cowes on Phillip Island combined with easy access to the water at Rhyll makes for a comfortable home base. The fishing this year was extremely tough. Members fished Rhyll, Sandy Point, Corinella, McAffies and... read more
14

Mar

Club working bee at Preston HQ, March 2014

by John Deveson

The working bee was a great success and most members where at club HQ ready for some work before 9:00am . Side gates: Joe Perri and Peter Patterson where working hard installing the frame work for the side gates. Joe... read more
7

Mar

9

Mar

Port Albert March 8th - 10th 2014

by John Costa

On a weekend where the weather made fishing difficult six members were joined by two non-members at Port Albert Lodge. Everyone arrived on Friday to some solid rain and wet conditions. The evening dinner was just getting served up when... read more
7

Mar

9

Mar

Khancoban trout fishing

by Ken Ely

Poor angling was experienced for the weekend probably because of a high 25 centigrade water temperature in the lake. Apparently the upstream power stations are not operating because of maintenance and cooler flushes have not been happening in the lake... read more
2

Mar

Ken and Graham fish St Leonards (private trip)

by Ken Ely

Graeme and myself took a trip over to St Leonard's for 21 whiting, 1 calamari and a flathead. The fishing was slow but we stuck at it. Undersized pinkies where a problem stealing our baits before we could get them... read more
1

Mar

Essendon Maribyrnong Masters

by Ken Ely

Preston Northcote and five other clubs fished the Essendon Masters competition in the Maribyrnong River. The competition was organised by the Essendon Angling Club who worked very hard to get sponsors and host the event. A total of 44 competitors,... read more
22

Feb

Whiting go anywhere, 23rd February 2014

by Ken Ely

It was a beautiful day with flat seas but the fish were hard to find. Six members fished Werribee and St Leonards with mixed success. Steve Gusman did best with 11 whiting above 30cm for 2.35kg with John Backx boating... read more
15

Feb

Maribyrong River 16th February, 2014

by Pedro Arvy

Eight members and five guests fished at the secluded Tannery Reserve on the Maribyrnong River in Footscray. Everyone fished in close proximity making it a very social event. A lot of tips and techniques were exchanged. Most people were fishing... read more
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Yarrawonga Native Fish 15th - 16th February 2014

by Les Penrose

The Club entered three teams with our ten senior members. A junior, Kasey Brandi and a guest fished as individuals in the competition. Saturday was wet all day but conditions were perfect for Sunday. The group caught and released 14... read more
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Port Albert Inter Club Competition, 6th-7th February 2014

by John Costa

This years Interclub, like others from years past, had the evil shadow of bush fires hanging over it. My original route was to take me along the Princess Highway to Morwell and then the scenic Hyland highway to Devon North... read more
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Weekly Wrap Up 7th - 12th February, 2014

by Pedro Arvy

Last Sunday Tony Valier D'bate caught a Moreton Bay bug in Westernport Bay. What on earth are they doing there, they are supposed to live in Queensland? He also reports the Murray Cod he caught in the Yarra a week... read more
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Go Anywhere, 25th – 27th January 2014

by Ken Ely

Members fished in the Broken River, Lake Nillahcootie and the lower Yarra with limited success. The conditions were pretty good however good fish were hard to find. Plenty of undersize fish were taken from all locations. The only fished weighed... read more