Welcome again to Greg James’ Fishing Column, with all the hot tips for fishing Yorke Peninsula. You can contact Greg by email at greg@gregjamesfishing.com.au.
News, a new rule when fishing for southern rock lobster: From October 1, all people in a boat pulling craypots and/or traps for southern rock lobster are required to wear an approved life jacket (level 100 or higher). For more information, visit the Marine Safety SA website.
Port Broughton: The water was calm late last week as I called in on my way to Whyalla to check out the new, much-improved boat launching facilities. A few blue crabs and garfish have been the main reports. Flathead are still being caught off several local sandy beaches on a high tide.
Wallaroo: King George whiting can still be found south of the jetty for boat crews fishing early in the day, along with gar and blue crabs. The jetty has tommy ruff (Australian herring), but not much else.
Port Hughes/Moonta Bay: Boat crews again had to run far and wide for whiting, garfish and snook. Local beaches are now worth a try for yellowfin whiting in the shallows, and light gear is a must for these fish. The jetties have small gar.
Point Turton: Try the grounds well north of Hardwicke Bay for isolated but large KG whiting, along with gar and green mackerel. Flathead and mullet can be caught from the beach at Barker Rocks down to Point Souttar and Levens beaches. The jetty has a few night-time tommies.
Marion Bay/Stenhouse Bay: Strong northerly winds kicked in late on the weekend as boat crews had mixed luck with KG whiting, red nannygai, flathead and snook. The jetties have mullet, tommies and small gar, while Berry Bay was the standout beach last week for mullet and salmon trout.
Edithburgh/Stansbury: KG whiting remain on the go-to list, with crews fishing much of last week just east of Troubridge Light, Marion Reef and Rocky Gully. The Stansbury jetty has small blueys — just ensure they are of legal size and safe to eat.
Ardrossan: A couple of large snook were caught in the shallows just south of the shipping jetty during the week, and blue crab rakers are now a regular sight along this part of the coast. The upgraded jetty is regaining its popularity as fishers enjoy the warmer weather and improved facilities.
Tight lines and see you next week!