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  1. vmr and coast guard merger - marine rescue queensland

    in Boating

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    My Coast Guard renewal is up in Feb-24 ($80) so I thought i would look up where this merger is up to. Supposedly merger is to be wrapped up by June-24.

    Name and Emblem:

    MRIP - Marine Rescue Queensland emblem and uniforms approved | For government | Queensland Government

     

    Regions Divided up:

    RIT - Monthly Newsletter December 2023 | For government | Queensland Government

     

     

  2. flagship 485 destroyer

    in Boating

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    On 13/01/2024 at 7:07 AM, Billy Balloonhead said:

    Well I bought it & couldnt be happier with it. 2 x outing so far with it blowing its arse off & it handles everything far better than I could have hoped.

    I water tested a few of the better known brands & this is at tleast their equal.

     

    Now, may the weather improve somewhat.

    Great news! Now for the weather gods to play the game. What did you get fitted out with the boat? Electronics? Trolling motor? Live bait tanks? Cast decks? etc

  3. house battery charging

    in Boating

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    18 hours ago, Huxstang said:

    Personally I would put a smart shunt in so I could see the variables and actually understand what is happening before I charged batteries or solar panels.  Once you can see just how much you use and how much you generate you can make a much more informed decision.

    Great advice...this is the first step. Getting more infomation will help inform next steps

     

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    temporary workaround - google photo uploads

    in Support

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    Hi All,

    Since there has been no movement on fixing the Photo Upload issue. I've created a Temporary workaround using Google Photos. It's not ideal (and a bit convoluted) but this should be the simplest way to enable public sharing of photos with a group (without everyone having to pay subscription costs). All you need is a google account (free). I figure most people already have a google account.

    Please test out and let me know if steps below need updating or if it doesn't work for you.

    Below is a link to a Google Photo Album : Australian Fishing Online - Public Shared Album

    https://photos.app.goo.gl/QvdZs2kL9cH3UmFV6

    You should be able to access this link from any PC or Phone

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    How to upload from an iPhone

    1) Click the link to the album https://photos.app.goo.gl/QvdZs2kL9cH3UmFV6 (Choose either Web browser or App when prompted)

    2) Top right corner there should be a button to "Add photos" (Button is a frame of 2 mountains with a + sign) - You will be prompted to sign-in to Google (if you haven't already)

    3) This should present a drop down to choose photo from "Photo Library"

    5) Select the photos you want to add. Click "Add" in top right corner to submit.

    6) Wait for the photo(s) to be uploaded to the Album.

    How to share a specific photo you have just uploaded

    1) Whilst viewing the Album: https://photos.app.goo.gl/QvdZs2kL9cH3UmFV6 

    2) Click on the specific photo you want to share

    2) Top right corner there should be a button to "Share" (looks like this symbol <). (In the App its down the bottom "Share to...")

    3) A screen will pop up. Ignore everything on this screen and just click the bottom left button "Create Link" and again click "Create Link" on the next screen. (In the App click "Create Link")

    4) A link will be created. Copy this link and paste into your forum post. This is an example of a direct link to a photo in the shared photo album https://photos.app.goo.gl/73tueFhyKCyefiiE6

    Things to Note:

    • Anyone with the above link:
      • can view photos that have been shared (no google sign-in required) - ie its PUBLIC
      • can upload photos to the album (google sign-in required)
    • Once the AFO Photo issue is resolved I'll upload all the photos back onto AFO.

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    How to upload from a PC (very similar to iPhone)

    1) Click the link to the album https://photos.app.goo.gl/QvdZs2kL9cH3UmFV6

    2) Top right corner there should be a button to "Add photos" (Button is a frame of 2 mountains with a + sign) - You will be prompted to sign-in to Google (if you haven't already)

    3) Top right corner there should be a button to "Select from Computer"

    5) From the Pop-up screen navigate to and select the photos you want to add. If you want to add multiple photos at a time hold the "Ctrl" key down and select the additional photos for upload.

    6) Wait for the photo(s) to be uploaded to the Album.

    How to share a specific photo you have just uploaded

    1) Whilst viewing the Album: https://photos.app.goo.gl/QvdZs2kL9cH3UmFV6 

    2) Click on the specific photo you want to share

    2) Top right corner there should be a button to "Share" (looks like this symbol <)

    3) A screen will pop up. Click in the bottom left button "Create Link" and again click "Create Link" on the next screen

    4) A link will be created. Copy the link and paste into your forum post. This is an example of a direct link to a photo in the shared photo album https://photos.app.goo.gl/73tueFhyKCyefiiE6

  10. fish ranger

    in Saltwater

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    I use a combination of 

    BOM and Met Eye - the night before

    Weatherzone during the sesh

    I also use Rain Parrot - however not really for fishing but very good at predicting rain (in the next hour) - Good for avoiding rain during my morning and afternoon bike commute

     

     

  11. aldi life jackets

    in Boating

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    @Old Scaley does the Aldi model manufacturer user guide permit self-service maintenance once per year or does it require return to manufacturer?

    This is the only annoying thing about inflatables, doing the self-sevice. With the Burkes there is a manual (steps) and form that is ready made and can be filled out for any fisheries checks.

  12. gauges

    in Boating

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    @MattInOz is spot on there is a poor positive or ground connection somewhere. Check all your connections are solid / clean and ground is good. This will be what is leading to the electrical gremlin.

  13. Fuel Consumption

    in Boating

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    For comparison - I'm in a Bar Crusher 575c with a 100hp Yammie. (2012 model so its a bit long in the tooth now)

    Best i get is around 2.3-2.5km / L in the sweetspot. I can only manage 2.5km / L if it is completely glassed out conditions.

    Otherwise 2.3-2.4km / L is more the norm.

     

    Not that it needs a repower but would be interested to hear if newer outboards run more effieciently by much?

     

     

  14. flagship 485 destroyer

    in Boating

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    Link on the website has some more information. Ozzy made.

    Specs look pretty good too as a plate boat. I'd go for a water test to see how it rides and whether it's comfortable or wet boat.

    Flagship | Townsville Marine

    As with all Flagship Plate Boats, they are built in Australia and features:

    • 3 or 4mm bottom sheets depending on the model
    • 3 mm side sheets
    • Fastback available on most models
    • Fully welded side decks
    • Bow mount plate on most models
    • Higher sides
    • Wider boat
    • Reverse chines on most models
    • Extra wide side decks
    • Heavy duty carpeted floors
    • Transducer bracket
    The Flagship Range currently includes:
    • 450 Destroyer
    • 470 Destroyer
    • 490 Destroyer (Centre and Side Console models available)
    • 520 Destroyer (Centre and Side Console models available)
    • 530 Cruiser Cabin boats
    • 540 Freedom Cruiser Bowrider
    • 620 Patrol Centre Cab
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    fishing goals for 2024

    in Saltwater

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    On 06/01/2024 at 10:27 PM, kmcrosby78 said:

    I think you’ll find more success by trying to set achievable goals Greg …. 🤔🙄🤪🤣

    What are SMART goals?

    The SMART in SMART goals stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. Defining these parameters as they pertain to your goal helps ensure that your objectives are attainable within a certain time frame

  17. fishing goals for 2024

    in Saltwater

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    On 06/01/2024 at 1:24 PM, ellicat said:

    Fish at least 50 times.

    Land a big snapper on a lure/plastic.

    Get some good macks.

    That's pretty much my goal except instead of averaging once per week. I want to average once per month. I took the boat out only 5 times last year 😔

    Fish at least 50 12 times.

    Land a big snapper on a lure/plastic.

    Get some good macks.

  20. drag, rod , and reel question.

    in Tackle, Rods and Reels

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    10 hours ago, Jeremy_Z said:

    I know we need to set drag at 25% of breaking point of braid line. But why? Can some one example to me?
     

     

     

    It's mainly because if you hook up to a decent fish that you  may need to apply full drag / load. This may mean at times you could be pushing the limits of the Rod rating. In this case you want something "weaker" and cheaper than your rod to break. It most cases this means letting the braid line break to save your rod from breaking.

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    fg knot . why, when, where, what?

    in Tackle, Rods and Reels

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    On 09/09/2023 at 8:23 AM, Junky said:

    Find your technique.

    There are several ways to achieve the same result, so master your way of tying it blindfolded and you will not regret it. 

     

     

    I like @Junky's comment because a bad FG knot (done wrong) is going to be more prone to slipping then a simple uni to uni knot.

    If i'm luring and constantly flicking lures I'll use an FG knot so that the knot passess through guides easily.

    If i'm just bait fishing and knot thickness isn't an issue, I just use an improved albright which i can do easily (not quite blindfolded)

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