As Sea Bees member Dave Nash was winched with his deckie Barry Mainsbrdige from Sydney's waters after a boating accident 18 months ago, a tinge of sadness swept over him. He expected he'd never see his dream boat Kenally again - until it washed ashore in Northland, New Zealand this week.
Using your Marine Radio
Gear up for snapper
MODERN technology has undoubtedly offered the angling scene its fair share of innovations capable of improving success rates for certain target species. And whilst it’s fantastic to have this type of information and equipment available at our fingertips, sometimes these advancements can pose more of a headache than a blessing, particularly for the more novice fisho looking to broaden his or her horizons.
Read more at http://www.fishingworld.com.au/how-to/gear-up-for-snapper
Trailer jockey wheel maintenance
Changing trailer wheel bearings
This video shows how to change the wheel bearings on a boat trailer. This includes removing the wheel, the brakes and then the original races. We then go through how to install the new races and pack the new bearings with grease before putting it all back together. If you have a wobble in your trailer wheels, this is definitely the job you need to be doing.
DESTINATION: Lake Macquarie, NSW
IT'S truly a golden time to be a keen recreational angler if you live in the vicinity of Lake Macquarie on the NSW Central Coast. The picturesque waterway, which is Australia’s largest coastal lake, was zoned a Recreational Fishing Haven in May 2002 and with the removal of commercial netting operations has now enjoyed more than 15 years of continually improving recreational fishing opportunities.
How to choose the best fishing reel size for your needs (spin)
Are you confused with what the model size numbers mean? - There are so many sizes when it comes to spinning reels and because of this it can often be a little difficult to comprehend what the sizes mean and how to interpret which reel size will be the best fishing reel to purchase for your angling requirements.
2019 Expired Flare disposal dates
Boating Knowledge Revision Quiz
This quiz mimics the actual Boat Driving Licence Knowledge Test and you will be presented with random questions taken from the actual test question pools. The General Boat Driving Licence Knowledge Quiz consists of 50 questions divided into Part A and Part B. Once you have selected the test you wish to complete click on the Right Arrow to move into the quiz.