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Adventure HQ opens in Moreton Bay
News / Shopping
4 Sept 2026

Adventure HQ opens in Moreton Bay

Australia’s largest outdoor adventure store, Anaconda Adventure HQ, is opening in Brendale, featuring an ice cave, fishing simulator, indoor marina and other interactive experiences at the new $92 million retail precinct.

Vintage yacht regatta postponed
10 July 2026

Vintage yacht regatta postponed

Classic timber yachts will return to Moreton Bay for the Vintage Yacht Regatta at Shorncliffe, celebrating maritime history with racing, live music and family-friendly festivities.

Birthday snapper tops off early-morning fishing trip at Scotts Point
News / Local
2 Feb 2026

Birthday snapper tops off early-morning fishing trip at Scotts Point

Ten-year-old Kai is a “mad mad fisherman” according to his dad Ben, and his birthday fishing trip delivered a catch he has never landed before.

Changing tide for Coastguard Redcliffe
News / Local
24 July 2024

Changing tide for Coastguard Redcliffe

Coastguard Redcliffe will soon be part of Marine Rescue Queensland and is expected to make the full transition during the next six months. Here’s what it means for volunteers and boaties

Dr Dazza | Seagrass in Moreton Bay
News / Local
5 Apr 2023

Dr Dazza | Seagrass in Moreton Bay

Ever wondered what seagrass does and why it is important? Our expert Dr Dazza explains

Could it have been a croc?
News / Local
25 Jan 2023

Could it have been a croc?

Is it feasible that a crocodile can find its way into Moreton Bay? Our marine expert Dr Dazza answers the question

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Fishing with Tony Lincoln | Lures

As a general rule, freshwater lures display a slower action while saltwater models exhibit a tighter, faster, shimmying action.

Ask Dr Dazza | Blue Ringed Octopus

There are four species of blue ringed octopus in the world, with the most common species in Moreton Bay only growing to about 5cm in body length.

Fishing with Tony Lincoln | Hardbody lures

This week Tony Lincoln dives into an outline of basic surface hardbody lures.

Ask Dr Dazza | Recreational fishing contributes to positive mental health

Recreational fishing contributes positively to personal wellbeing and mental health. Recreational fishing was highlighted by approximately 80 per cent of survey respondents identifying fishing as important or very important to their health and wellbeing.

Fishing with Tony Lincoln | Categories of Lures

Broadly grouped, there are three main categories of lures, hardbodies, soft plastics and metals, with each having sub-categories in them.

Ask Dr Dazza |  Impacts of COVID-19 on recreational fishing

ALL of our lives have been impacted by COVID-19. The various lockdowns and rules during lockdowns have affected all activities and this includes recreational fishing.

Fishing with Tony Lincoln | Lure colours and patterns

Lure colours and patterns can be broadly segregated into three categories, brights, naturals and darks, with each one having their place.

Ask Dr Dazza | Squid

Squid have a lot of heart. Three in fact. They have a systemic heart which pumps blood around the body and two hearts which pumps blood to each set of gills. Among the invertebrate animals, squid have the best developed nervous system.

Fishing with Tony Lincoln | Lure Fishing to improve catch rates

I REGULARLY field questions from people looking to start fishing with lures and those who have tried lures but struggle with success. So, in the next few editions I'll try and cover some basic tips and techniques to improve catch rates.

Ask Dr Dazza | Tiger Squid

Squid fishing has always been popular in Moreton Bay but during the past decade, in particular, interest among recreational anglers in catching them has increased. This is the first of two articles where I introduce you to the secret life of squid…