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Let us know what types of fishing you do and prefer.
If you can't find a fit let me know and I will add a category for you.

Fish the bay, offshore and freshwater rivers/creeks.
Offshore for reef fish and Pelagics and the bay for Long Tail Tuna, squid and mackerel.
Freshwater Bass, cod and yella belly.
 
Why? just because I like it.

Feel free to discuss your favourite and why.

Let us know what types of fishing you do and prefer.
If you can't find a fit let me know and I will add a category for you.

Let us know what types of fishing you do and prefer.
If you can't find a fit let me know and I will add a category for you.

Look what happens when you have a huge ego....
Couldn't happen to a nicer" person"
   Cheers
   Gary

Major failure of biosecurity likely led to white spot disease outbreak
A major biosecurity failure likely led to an outbreak of white spot disease in Queensland that cost prawn farmers more than $40 million, Australia's inspector-general of biosecurity has found.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2017-12-12/systematic-failure-of-biosecurity-blamed-for-prawn-disease/9246796?WT.ac=statenews_qld
Who would have guessed?..............

Before I offer deckie spots I usually suss out whether or not by their posts and responses to topics etc whether I think we have similar views, similar humor or if they do or don't have a boat, or when they are available to get out. Because last thing I want is to go out and not enjoy the time on the water together.
Yes I agree we all own boats because we like getting out and it is our choice to do so and therefore we wear the costs associated.
However as skippers offering deckies spots whether it's for the persons company or to help in sharing costs I don't see a problem with either reason. It does cost a lot to run boats and if someone is happy to accept a deckie spot, then I think it is only fair to contribute in some way.
Each persons situation is different and therefore what they contribute can be different,bait,lunch, coffee,fuel,$,cleaning up or a combination.
When I head offshore a typical round trip is 200km and I get about 1.2km to the litre.  I certainly can't afford to do that every week so as a skipper/boat owner an offer to contribute is appreciated and allows me to get out more often and even take more deckies out.
If there are no deckie's available I go by myself and still have a good time.
 

Biosecurity Qld
White Spot Disease Update
5 May 2017
Current situation
Decontamination of the seven prawn farms that were impacted by white spot in the Logan River region is expected to be completed next week. All farms have been treated and the remaining water from some of these farms is in the process of being discharged.

The discharge of water is monitored closely to ensure the water quality meets the standards set by the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection.

This is the largest aquatic animal disease response in Queensland with all seven infected premises treated with more than 6.3 million litres of chlorine.

The Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries is discussing with the prawn farming industry options for returning the prawn farms to production and the timing of restocking.
Boat ramp sign
The white spot community engagement team are putting up a further 100 signs at key boat ramps and fishing spots within the movement control area. If you see any signs that are damaged and need replacing or an area you think a sign needs to go, make sure you let us know by contacting Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23 or via our Facebook page.

this is our dog deisel on the esky in the boat

My son took this photo and it shows just how much our dog loves being on the boat unfortunately it does not happen as often as we would like as most of the places we like to fish here in the NT is in national park and don't allow pets

 

Our new pup. Only four more days till he comes home. :woohoo:

Can anyone who I havent already told guess the breed?

These are my two;



 
The bulldog is Bowser, the staffy is Bonnie. Both 6 this year. Got Bowser at 8 weeks old, he's been my best mate ever since. We got Bonnie from the pound at 3 years old, she's been a pain in the arse at times but it's mainly to do with her life before us so can't stay mad. She seems to get fatter every day though. 

Big fella is 4 and the springer is nearly 2. Both deadset retards. Must take after their owner... 

This is Heidi, 3 years old..and my partner at work..we guard government property..loves to bite as well..

Cheers. I will attempt to figure out both spots haha. Will let ya know if i do wondering if this is it.

For all the northsiders I don't mind sharing a few spots as tilapia are filthy things.

The biggest ones I've ever caught are here, in a drain pond that runs out of the Boondall Entertainment Centre and into Cabbage Tree Creek. Access is tricky.

The biggest ones I've ever seen, and plenty of them, is here at Wavell Heights, on a drain that runs into Kedron Brook.

And the ones I've been targeting lately without success, basically because they're spooky as hell. Downfall creek at Chermside.

Yep, government was first warned in 2009. The department decided to take the risk. Too worried about how doomed cattle were going to die.
 

taken from Dept Agriculture and Fisheries email newsletter
 
Biosecurity Queensland Update
White spot disease update
5 January 2016

Current situation

Five infected premises in the Logan River area are continuing to undergo eradication activities for white spot disease.  At-risk premises in the area are also under heightened surveillance.

Following confirmation of the fifth infected premises last week, chlorine treatment of ponds is underway supported by early harvest to reduce biomass. All harvested prawns will be heat treated to destroy the virus. Bird control has been increased on at-risk premises to mitigate disease spread risk.

Surveillance in wild populations is also being enhanced to align with the new infected premises, epidemiological investigations and risk.

Reporting white spot disease online


People who suspect white spot disease should contact Biosecurity Queensland immediately. The following information will be required:
Type of crustacean seen, caught or purchased with signs of white spot disease Date the suspect crustacean was seen, caught or purchased Where the suspect crustacean was seen, caught or purchased Signs of white spot disease observed
Where possible take a photo of the suspect crustacean and refrigerate or freeze a sample as we may require it for further inspection. Please complete the following steps to prepare the sample:
Keep all packaging with any bought purchase. Separate out different species or product purchased from different stores. Put it into plastic bags. All samples should be chilled immediately after bagging—storing samples in the fridge/freezer will not affect other food items. Freeze samples if they are not scheduled for collection within 48 hours. Using soapy water to clean hands and equipment will remove any virus that causes white spot disease if present.

Green prawn imports banned following white spot disease outbreak
The importation of green prawns into Australia will be suspended following an outbreak of white spot disease in Queensland, Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce has announced.
Full story: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-01-06/green-prawn-imports-banned-white-spot-outbreak/8165754

caught this guy at noosa years ago  

taken from Dept Agriculture and Fisheries email newsletter
 
Biosecurity Queensland Update
White spot disease update
28 December 2016
Current situation
Disease control activities are continuing on the four infected premises in the Logan River area over the Christmas and New Year period.

Chlorine treatment has been completed in all production ponds and is almost complete in surrounding water movement channels. Work will shortly commence on disposal and decontamination activities associated with the treated ponds and associated material, including dead prawns.

Surveillance and diagnostic testing continues on at-risk premises and in nearby waterways. All laboratories, including the Queensland Biosecurity Sciences Laboratory, the Elizabeth MacArthur Agricultural Institute (NSW) and the Australian Animal Health Laboratory will continue to process samples through the Christmas and New Year period.

A community awareness campaign is underway informing users of the Logan and Albert Rivers of the movement restrictions in place for crustaceans and marine worms. The campaign targets local fishers through a combination of radio, newspaper and social media advertising and signage at 15 boat ramps and other popular fishing spots. Departmental staff are on the ground talking to community members and information packs have been provided to local bait and fishing stores and local councils.

Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol is monitoring users of the Logan and Albert Rivers to ensure they adhere to the restrictions in place.

Excerpt from Biosecurity Qld
https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/animal-industries/animal-health-and-diseases/white-spot-disease-detected-in-southern-queensland
 
White spot disease description
Prawns with WSD may have a loose shell with numerous white spots (0.5-2.0 mm in diameter) on the inside surface of the shell and a pink to red discolouration.


Signs to look for include:
unusual mortality   prawns coming to the edge or water surface of the pond   prawns demonstrating unusual swimming patterns   reduced feeding and failure to thrive   If you suspect a disease on your property you must report it to Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23 or the Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888.

Excerpt from Biosecurity Qld
https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/animal-industries/animal-health-and-diseases/white-spot-disease-detected-in-southern-queensland
 
White spot disease description
Prawns with WSD may have a loose shell with numerous white spots (0.5-2.0 mm in diameter) on the inside surface of the shell and a pink to red discolouration.


Signs to look for include:
unusual mortality   prawns coming to the edge or water surface of the pond   prawns demonstrating unusual swimming patterns   reduced feeding and failure to thrive   If you suspect a disease on your property you must report it to Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23 or the Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888.

Restrictions on Logan River to contain prawn disease   BIOSECURITY QUEENSLAND·FRIDAY, 9 DECEMBER 2016 The Logan River is now closed to the commercial and recreational take of crustaceans as Biosecurity Queensland continues to respond to an outbreak of white spot disease (WSD) in prawns. Chief Biosecurity Officer Jim Thompson said tests had confirmed the presence of the WSD virus in wild prawns from the river. “We are moving quickly to reduce the chance of the virus spreading any further through locally-caught wild prawns, crabs or worms,” he said. “Any movement of green, uncooked crustaceans taken from this area would pose a real risk for moving the virus beyond the Logan River.” The Logan River is now closed to the take of these species from the Jabiru and Luscombe Weirs in the west to the mouth of the river in the east. The movement control order restricts any movement of crabs, worms and prawns out of the defined area. Fin fishing and boating is still allowed. Dr Thompson said he understood that this may impact on the plans of local fishers over the holiday period. “However in this situation, we are obliged to take all possible steps to reduce the chance of spread,” he said. “Disinfection and destocking of ponds at aquaculture farms on the Logan River has been ongoing since last week when the outbreak of WSD had first been detected. “I continue to emphasise that infected prawns do not pose any human health risk, and despite this latest development there will be no impact on the supplies of prawns for the holiday season.” Aquaculture operators and fishers should report any unusual signs in prawns and other crustaceans to Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23.