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  • Saltwater Fishing in Victoria

    Do you enjoy the sound of the surf, the smell of the salt air with the sea breeze in your face, the sunshine warming your back and just letting your mind wander as you look into the blue waters of the sea. If so then, The Victorian Saltwater Coastline is the ultimate place for you and your friends.

    Saltwater fishing in Victoria is highly rated and offers excellent fishing all year round. If you’re are looking for a feed of fresh fish or landing that trophy Big Red Snapper, the saltwater scene in Victoria has it all.

    Victoria has not one, but two huge bays, Port Phillip Bay and Western Port Bay with excellent facilities; quality boat ramps, easy access to piers, car parking and an array of cafes for a warm brew. As well, on offer an incredible amount of different fish species for you to target.

    The Saltwater scene caters for all types of Anglers. So whether you enjoy sitting in a deck chair at the end of your favourite jetty or scrambling over sand and rocks for the best vantage point. Perhaps your choice is spending hours on the water in the middle of the bay in your pride and joy with your eyes fixed firmly on the end of your rods in anticipation of them buckling over.

    Victoria’s Saltwater is the fishing haven for you.  View our current Saltwater Fishing Report

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    Bream Fishing
    One of southern Australia most prolific and enjoyable fish species to catch are the two species of bream, Eastern Yellowfin Bream and Southern Black Bream........ 

    Squid Fishing
    Southern Calamari or Squid are a fast growing species that only live for about 18 months to 2 years, and in that time they can grow to over 3 kgs in weight. Both Port Phillip Bay and Western Port support the ideal conditions for squid, cover and  structure which offers a reliable & consistent food source........ 

    Secrets of Surf Fishing 
    The following is a guide with lots of tips and ideas, to assist the new and experienced fisherman to have a successful day in the surf........ 

    Whiting Fishing
    Whiting are an excellent eating fish and provides a good fight for their size on light gear. Best times are summer months from mid Dec through to early April.  The start of the whiting season generally heralds the finish of the first snapper run........ 

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