This week on Hi Tide, proudly brought to you by Blake’s Marine, the Fishing Fellas wrap up a wild week of weather and look ahead to a big summer of fishing, camping and time on the water. After storms and bruising conditions across parts of NSW and Queensland, the team talk about reading the forecast, knowing your limits and making smart calls before you launch the boat or head to the beach.

We cross north to Kieran Reekie with an update on the latest marine weather and coastal conditions, including what the week of rain, wind and sunshine has done for the bite. There’s a fresh Maroochydore report, with whiting in the river, mangrove jack in the creeks and good flathead caught on lures and live baits. Kieran also reinforces a simple message for everyone on the water: if in doubt, don’t go out.

The crew spend time on the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) – how did the cost of their new internet site blow out so much. What is the truth behind the spend, where has the money gone and what did we get,.

From there they dive into a conversation about so-called “sharky water” – those times when the colour, smell and feel of the ocean just doesn’t sit right. They talk about flooded, brown water, foam lines, eerie conditions and the way the hairs stand up on the back of your neck when something feels off. It’s a reminder to trust your instincts, pick your days and never be afraid to pull the pin if it doesn’t look or feel safe, no matter what the forecast says.

Looking ahead, the Fishing Fellas are looking forward to hearing from Stephen Bowler, who is sharing safety tips for camping in and around our national parks – from watching the weather and the terrain to being aware of hidden dangers that can catch people out. They also flag upcoming chats with legendary coastal angler Paul Burt and Matt from Salamander Bay, who will be talking through Port Stephens and Salamander Bay fishing options, local species and how to make the most of a day on the water around that part of the coast.

The program closes with thanks to Kieran Reekie and the rest of the Hi Tide family, along with one last reminder to watch the BOM, keep an eye on the sky, stay safe around sharks, surf and storms, and enjoy your time outdoors. If you are chasing a friendly, easy-to-follow mix of NSW and Queensland fishing updates, BOM weather chat, shark-sense talk and camping safety tips, this episode of Hi Tide will help you plan smarter trips on both land and sea.

Facebook Post 🎣 On this week’s Hi Tide, proudly brought to you by Blake’s Marine:

• Kieran Reekie with the latest marine weather and a Maroochydore fishing update • How to use BOM forecasts, warnings and radar to decide when it’s safe to head out • A down-to-earth chat about recognising “sharky water” and trusting your instincts • Looking ahead to Stephen Bowler with camping safety tips in and around our national parks • Plus upcoming segments with Paul Burt and Matt from Salamander Bay on Port Stephens and coastal fishing

Tune in for weather, safety and plenty of fishing talk to help you plan your next trip.

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This week on Hi Tide with the Fishing Fellas on Coast FM, brought to you by Blake’s Marine, we’ve packed the show with safety advice, tech tips and a full NSW fishing report.

We kick off with Mr Alex Barrell from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) talking all things EPIRBs and distress beacons – how accidental activations happen, why correct storage and registration are critical, and why a mobile phone is not enough once you head offshore. If you run a boat, this chat is a must-listen before the Christmas rush.

Then Alan Blake from Blake’s Marine delivers this week’s tech tip on towing and reversing boat trailers. He explains how trailer length affects how quickly it reacts, why small moves on the steering wheel matter, and why it’s worth practising in an empty car park before you try backing down a busy ramp in holiday traffic.

We head down the coast with Greg Reid from Pro Lure Australia, who files a detailed St Georges Basin and South Coast estuary report. Greg covers trolling hard bodies for flathead, crankbaits for bream, and runs through the latest on the Clone Prawn, Kalka 82 and new golden shrimp colours that will be doing damage this summer.

Legendary fishing writer Lawrie McEnally checks in from South West Rocks ahead of a trip on Haven Charters’ Freedom. Lawrie talks about heading offshore with skipper Scott, using big sounders and live baits to target kingfish and reef species, and why jumping on a charter every now and then can teach even experienced anglers a few new tricks.

We wrap the coastal picture with Captain Roscoe’s South Coast report, covering local rivers, rock walls and long surf beaches. He shares where flathead, bream and other bread-and-butter species are biting, along with a reminder that while the rock ledges and beaches can fish well, the ocean can still “jump up and bite you” if the swell picks up.

If you’re chasing an up-to-date NSW fishing report with expert guests, safety advice from AMSA, practical trailer tips from Blake’s Marine, lure and estuary tactics from Pro Lure, and coastal reports from South West Rocks to the deep south, this episode of Hi Tide is loaded with local knowledge to help you plan your next session.

The show in full. Happy Birthday Stephen B