Catch it in the Clarence 2021 by Clarence Valley Independent

Over 30 great fishing locations to wet a line around the Clarence Valley

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elcome to our eighth edition of Catch It in the Clarence and Beyond. The Clarence Valley is a fisherman's paradise, with plenty of onshore and offshore destinations to wet your appetite. Whether you enjoy fishing or simply throwing a line in and relaxing on the river bank, there is something to be said about the Clarence Valley and its surrounds - not only is the fishing great, it is spectacular. No matter what fishing you're into, there is plenty on offer here in the Clarence. Catch It in the Clarence and Beyond provides you with a wealth of fishing information written by some of the valley’s most experienced anglers, Mick Leavey, Mark Hooklyn, Paul Kneller, Ted McLean and the Reel Time Team. We hope that you find the information in this booklet helpful and that you have an enjoyable stay in the Clarence Valley. Tell all your family and friends about this wonderful holiday and fishing destination. We urge you to support the businesses who have advertised in this booklet as without their support we would not be able to provide this information to you free.

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THE WRITERS

Mick Leavey

I have grown up with fishing in my blood. School Holidays were always to great fishing places like Noosa, 1770 and Fraser Island. I was able to live and fish in Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales when I entered the workforce. If I wasn’t fishing my local trout streams near Glen Innes or chasing Murray Cod, I would be travelling to Cape York fishing for Barra, Mangrove Jack and Queenfish. I was fortunate to have some of the best Bass dams right at my front door step when I was living in the Hunter Valley.

Fishing trips to the coast were also a common occurrence, whether it be to Yamba or the Northern Territory and Arnhemland. Always spending my spare time around tackle shops I thought it might be easier to buy one, so I purchased Yamba Bait & Tackle in 2008. I started crafting lures (a skill I picked up as a child) and my lures are now fairly well known in the fishing industry and have a reputation of excellence. Mick

Paul Kneller

I first started fishing the Clarence River in 1989. I fell in love with the area and moved my family here in January 1997. At the time, my wife Cheryl and I were operating a small business known as “Deception lures!” After the sale of Deception we ran Big River Bait and Tackle in Maclean for a number of years. I have pretty much done every style of fishing you can think of. We pioneered a lot of the techniques on the Clarence, catching Mullaway on soft plastics was pretty

much unheard of before Big River Bait and Tackle was around. We developed the first Vibration Blade (Shake & Bakes) designed for the Clarence area. Steve Starling was a regular visitor, we spent countless hours perfecting our techniques on the Rocky Mouth reef in Maclean, many of those hours were captured on film for several fishing DVD’s. I wrote a fishing location round up for the Fishing Monthly group. Paul

Mark Hooklyn

I was born in Tingha NSW, where I spent my childhood catching craybobs and carp. I spent most of my holidays Bass fishing in the Clarence Valley, catching Bass, catfish and eels. As I got older I couldn’t wait for holidays to come around so I moved to the Clarence Valley when I was 16 and have been fishing at every opportunity since. I have had some highly regarded fishermen as mentors and friends with my great Uncle Norm Tibbett, who fished the

coast from Coffs to Sandon, and Allan Rooks of Maclean, who knows the lower Clarence better than most. From the snaggy log lined Orara River to the rocky gorges of the Clarence and Mann Rivers we truly live in God’s country. Four years ago I re-opened the BP Marina Service Station in Sth Grafton and established a fishing tackle store. These days we carry a wide range of bait and tackle to cater to all your fishing needs. Mark

Ted McLean

My earliest fishing memories are of catching Salmon and Mullet on cord hand lines in the Barwon river in Victoria. Fast forward a few years and it was cold rainy nights on piers and rock ledges chasing Snapper. In my early twenties I discovered land based game fishing and 40 odd years later I am still at it. Lexie and I moved to the Clarence ten years ago so I don’t pretend to be a local expert. Being new to an area does tend to make you work a bit harder on your fishing.

The best advice I can give holiday makers and traveling fisho’s is to use the knowledge you already have. If you are a Snapper fisherman just upsize the tackle a bit for Jew ,the rest doesn’t change it's still fish the tides and use the freshest bait you can get. If Bream or Flathead are the target look for structure and bait supply. Rock walls and drains running into the main river are a good starting point. Good luck. Ted

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Reel Time Fishing Charters is the longest running fishing charter business in Yamba offering keen anglers a first class experience in deep sea fishing. We go to sea as often as the weather permits, chasing quality reef fish such as Snapper, Mulloway, Mackerel, plus many other pelagics. We fish north to Evans reef, south to Sandon and east to the shelf, covering all aspects of deep sea fishing.

Our skippers have extensive knowledge and years of fishing experience maximising your chance of a good catch of quality fish during the time you spend with us. Pick ups are available from both Yamba and Iluka and we also conduct whale watching tours in season and Eco tours. Our chandlery store, Marina Boat and Tackle offers anglers plenty of choice for bait, tackle, boat bits and local fishing knowledge.

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LOCATIONS Pg 30 Pg 28 Pg 34 Pg 19 Pg 46 Pg 58 Pg 39 Pg 50 Pg 52 Pg 29 Pg 14 Pg 27 Pg 31 Pg 53 Pg 17 Pg 25 Pg 35

Pg 38 Red Cliff/Brooms Head Pg 44 Rocky Mouth Maclean# Pg 37 Sandon River Pg 48 Shark Bay Pg 61 Sportsman’s Creek Pg 44 The Barges# Pg 42 The Broadwater Pg 60 The Gorge# Pg 23 The T Piece Pg 21 Whiting Beach Pg 49 Woody Head Pg 32 Woody Head* Pg 55 Wooli/Minnie Water Pg 16 Yamba Breakwall *Off shore #Boating Locations

Black Rock* Collis' Wall# Freeburn Rock* Gantry wall Goodwood Island Wharf Grafton Bridge Harwood# Iluka Bluff Iluka North Wall Lake Wooloweyah# Lover’s Point Middle wall# North East Corner* Old Ferry Approach Oyster Channel Bridge Pippi Beach Red Cliff*

Tidal information is found on the following pages for Week commencing Monday:

TIDES 21 December 28 December 04 January 11 January 18 January 25 January 01 February 08 February 15 February 22 February 01 March 08 March 15 March 22 March 29 March 05 April 12 April 19 April 26 April

03 May 10 May 17 May 24 May 31 May 07 June 14 June 21 June 28 June 05 July 12 July 19 July 26 July 02 August 09 August 16 August 23 August 30 August 06 September

- Pg 06 - Pg 07 - Pg 12 - Pg 12 - Pg 12 - Pg 14 - Pg 15 - Pg 16 - Pg 17 - Pg 19 - Pg 21 - Pg 23 - Pg 25 - Pg 27 - Pg 28 - Pg 28 - Pg 29 - Pg 30 - Pg 31

13 September 20 September 27 September 04 October 11 October 18 October 25 October 01 November 08 November 15 November 22 November

- Pg 32 - Pg 34 - Pg 35 - Pg 36 - Pg 37 - Pg 38 - Pg 39 - Pg 40 - Pg 41 - Pg 42 - Pg 44 - Pg 45 - Pg 46 - Pg 48 - Pg 49 - Pg 50 - Pg 52 - Pg 53 - Pg 54

- Pg 55 - Pg 56 - Pg 58 - Pg 60 - Pg 61 - Pg 62 - Pg 62 - Pg 62 - Pg 62 - Pg 62 - Pg 62

Fish sizes and Bag Limits - Pg 8-9 Boat Ramps - Pg 10-11 Brag Board - Pg 13

Tidal Information: The times stated are in Standard Time (24 hour clock). The predictions are in Daylight Saving Time when it is observed. Users of standard port tide tables should be aware that the heights and stream velocities are predictions that are prepared for average meteorological and oceanographic conditions and seasonal variations and may vary. Tidal information is provided courtesy of the Bureau of Meteorology. Copyright for the Tidal Predications is owned by the Bureau of Meteorology. Bureau of Meteorology Caution: Tidal predictions for this location are based on limited observations and therefore expected to be less accurate. Users should exercise caution when using these predictions.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES TIDES WEEK COMMENCING COMMENCINGMONDAY MONDAYDECEMBER DECEMBER21, 3, 2020 YAMBA - WEEK 2020

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 21 DEC HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:09 am 1.05 m

7:29 am 0.60 m

2:15 pm 1.38 m

9:04 pm 0.45 m

TUE 22 DEC HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:15 am 1.08 m

8:36 am 0.66 m

3:04 pm 1.29 m

9:50 pm 0.46 m

WED 23 DEC HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:20 am 1.13 m

9:50 am 0.68 m

4:00 pm 1.22 m

10:37 pm 0.46 m

THU 24 DEC HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

5:18 am 1.21 m

11:06 am 0.67 m

4:59 pm 1.17 m

11:22 pm 0.44 m

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FRI 25 DEC HIGH LOW HIGH

6:08 am 1.30 m

12:15 pm 0.62 m

5:54 pm 1.14 m

SAT 26 DEC LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:05 am 0.41 m

6:51 am 1.39 m

1:10 pm 0.56 m

6:45 pm 1.13 m

SUN 27 DEC LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:45 am 0.38 m

7:31 am 1.47 m

1:56 pm 0.49 m

7:30 pm 1.13 m

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SIZE AND BAG LIMITS - NSW SALT WATER FIN FISH

Dogfish

Species

SPECIES

Australian Australian Bass Bass & Estuary Perch

Size limits or Bag Baglimit Limit Size limits or legal length length legal (cm) (cm)

Dogfish

Harrisson's

SPECIES

Southern All other

Only 1 over

2 in total *, 4

35cm

in possesion

Closed season in rivers May and estuaries June August incl.

Size limits or Bag Limit legal length 0 (cm) 2 in total*

Mahi Mahi (Dolphinfish)

Mahi Mahi (Dolphinfish) 60 cm, only 1 10

Eels

Eels (Shortfin and

(Southern

longfin)

Shortfin)

Shortfin) 10

over 110 cm

30cm

Estuary Perch

(Longfin) 10

(Longfin) 58cm

Flathead

Closed season in rivers

May and estuaries June

Flathead (Dusky)

36cm, only 1 10

common

over 70cm

33 cm

10 in total *. 20 in possession.

25cm (0 for

20 in total *

August incl.

Australian Salmon

Blue Drummer Blue Drummer

Flathead (Bluespotted)

0 - release

Flathead (Tiger)

only Lord Howe Marine Park 5

Bonito

Bream & Tarwhine

Bonito

Bream (Black/southern) 25 cm

Bream (Yellowfin)

10 in total *. 20 in possession

Flounder & Sole

Flounders and Soles

Garfish

Garfish (eastern sea)

Groper

Groper (Blue, Brown,

30cm, only 1 2 in total *,

Red)

over 60cm

by line only

Hairtail

Leatherjackets Leatherjackets

20 in total *

Cobia

Luderick

27 cm

10. 20 in possession

Deep-sea fish Hapuku (Hapuka)

Mackerel

Mackerel (Spanish)

(Spanish)

5 in total *

20 cm

5 in total *, gemfish: only 2 and boat

Banded Rockcod (Bar

Cod)

75cm

trip limit of 10

Mackerel (Spotted) Bass Groper

Gemfish

25 cm

Hairtail Tarwhine

Sole)

(Spotted) 60cm

Mangrove Jack

Marlin

Marlin (Striped)

1 of each

species

Blue-Eye Trevalla (Cod) -

Marlin (Black)

Dogfish

Marlin (Blue)

Mahi Mahi

Harrisson's

Southern

All other

2 in total*

Mahi Mahi (Dolphinfish) 60 cm, only 1 10

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Morwong

Morwong, Grey

30cm

(Rubberlip)

over 110 cm

Morwong (Jackass)

species Amberjack

Marlin (Black)

Size limits or Bag Limit legal length (cm)

Morwong, Grey

30cm

SPECIES

Morwong

(Rubberlip)

Australian Sawtail

Sharks and rays

Shark (Wobbegong)

SPECIES

0 for

Size limits or Bag Limit legal length (cm) wobbegong (release only).

Morwong (Jackass)

30cm

Shark (Mako)

5 in total*. Only 1 tiger, mako,

Shark (School)

Morwong (Red)

30cm

hammerhead # or whaler/

Shark (Whaler)

Morwong (Banded)

91 cm

blue shark.

# Only smooth hammerheads

may be taken. Great and scalloped

Moses Snapper

Morwong (Banded) Moses Snapper (Moses -

Moses Snapper Mullet

Moses Snapper (Moses -

hammerheads

are protected

Perch)

species in NSW and must be

Perch) Mullet

only

Mullet

Sea (bully) Small (poddy) 20 in total * only 3015 cmcm for live bait Under

Mulloway

70 cm

only 1 2

Sea (bully)

20 in total *

Samson & Sailfish

only 30 cm Pearl Perch 30cm Eastern red Mulloway 70 cm Scorpionfish (Red Rock

5 5 2

Cod) Eastern red

30 cm

Rock Blackfish (Black

30 cm

Drummer) Sailfish

Scorpionfish (Red Rock Cod) Rock Blackfish (Black

immediately with

Small (poddy) 20 in total * Under 15 cm for live bait

Pearl Perch Eastern Red Mulloway Scorpionfish (Red Rock Cod) Eastern Red Scorpionfish (Red Rock Rock Cod) Blackfish (Black Drummer) Rock Blackfish Sailfish (Black Drummer)

released

minimal harm.

Snapper Spearfish

Snapper Spearfish, Shortbill

30 cm -

10 1

Swordfish Spearfish

Swordfish Spearfish, Shortbill

1 1

Tailor Swordfish Spearfish

Tailor Swordfish Spearfish, Shortbill

30 cm -

10. 20 in 1 possession 1

Teraglin Tailor Swordfish

38 cm cm 30 -

5 20 in 10. 1 possession

Trevallies Teraglin Tailor

(silver trevally 10 in total *. 38 cm 20 in 30 cm30 cm 5 10. 20 in only) possession possession

Trevallies Tuna Teraglin

Trevallies Tuna (Albacore) Teraglin

(silver 10 total* *. 90 cm trevally or 2 inintotal 38 cm30 cm 5 in 20 only) above 5 in total * possession

Trevallies Tuna

(Big-Eye) Trevallies Tuna (Albacore)

cm cm trevally (silver 10inintotal total* *. 90 or 2 20 in only) 30 cm above 5 in total * possession

Tuna

(Longtail) Tuna Tuna (Big-Eye) (Albacore)

Drummer)

Samsonfish Sailfish

5 in total * 1

Less than 90

Less than 90 cm 90 cm or above

Samson & Amberjack

Samsonfish

Australian Sawtail

Tuna (Yellowfin)bluefin) Tuna (Southern (Longtail)

Shark (Wobbegong) 0 for *Sharks Bag limitand comprised of any single species or-a combination of listed rays wobbegong grouped species. (release Fish sizes and bag limits are correct at time of printing and may be subject only). to change. We strongly recommend you check before commencing any Shark (Mako) 5 in total*. fishing. http://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing/recreational/fishing-rulesOnly 1 tiger, and-regs/saltwater-bag-and-size-limits. Courtesy and ©mako, State of New South Wales throughShark NSW(School) Department of Industry. hammerhead 91 cm # or whaler/ Shark (Whaler)

5 in total *

Less than 90 Tuna (Southern bluefin) Tuna cm Tuna (Longtail) (Big-Eye)

5 in total *

Amberjack

Australian Sawtail

2 in total *

blue shark. # Only smooth hammerheads may be taken.

Wahoo

Tuna (Yellowfin) (Southern bluefin) Wahoo

Wahoo

Wahoo Tuna (Yellowfin)

Whiting

(sand only)

20 in total *

Wahoo

27 - cm

Yellowtail Kingfish

65 cm

Wahoo

Yellowtail Kingfish

SIZE AND BAG LIMITS - NSW SALT WATER FIN FISH

Marlin (Blue)

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BOAT RAMPS

Proudly sponsored by: Yamba Sport & Game Fishing Charters

Below is a list of some of the boat and kayak launch points to access local estuary systems and offshore areas in the Clarence Valley area.

Witonga Drive

Cowper/Brushgrove

Remember that conditions can regularly change and seeking some local knowledge is always worthwhile if you are unsure.

Kirchner Street

For more information on local ramps and conditions, visit the RMS website, and remember to always stay safe on the water!

Sand ramp in good condition. Can be shal1. Sandon River – Sandon Road, Sandon. Concreate ramp in fair condition. Can be low at times. Also features toilets, bins, BBQ shallow at times. Also features toilets, bins, facilities, fish cleaning table and kiosk. BBQ facilities and a fish cleaning table. 9. Lawrence – Bridge Street, Lawrence 2. River Street Boat Ramp Ulmarra This two lane concrete ramp is in good con This ramp is in good condition and can be dition. There are toilets. Bins, BBQ facilities, used to access the Clarence River. fish cleaning table, fuel. Kiosk and lighting at 3. Kirchner Street Boat Ramp – Grafton this ramp. There is also a pontoon nearby. This ramp is in good condition. Also provid10. Lawrence Road, Maclean (Woodford Island) ed at this ramp are toilets, lighting and BBQ This is an unsealed boat ramp in poor facilities. condition. 4. Fry Street Boat Ramp - Grafton 11. Maclean Court House – McNaughton This concrete ramp is in good condition. Place, Maclean Bins are also provided at this location. This is a concrete ramp with two lanes in 5. Crown Hotel Boat Ramp – Prince Street good condition, with bins and lighting. There Grafton is also a pontoon on the ramp. A concrete ramp in good condition. There is 12. Wooloweyah – Lakes Boulevard, a pontoon nearby as well as a pontoon on Wooloweyah ramp. There is also toilets, bins and lighting This is an unsealed ramp in poor condition at this location. that grants access to Wooloweyah Lagoon. 6. Through Street Boat Ramp This ramp can be shallow at times. This ramp in good condition and provides Steet, Yamba Hickey Island Yamba – Harbour Street access to the Clarence River on the south-4 Uki13. MERCURY Yamba side of Grafton P 6646 2830 This concrete ramp in fair condition grants YAMBA TIDES - WEEK 3, 2020 access to Yamba Bay. There are toilets, bins, 7. Brushgrove BoatCOMMENCING Ramp – InmonMONDAY Lane, DECEMBER BBQ facilities, fish cleaning table, lighting Brushgrove and a pontoon nearby. There is also a pon Concrete boat ramp in good condition. This ramp grants access to the south arm of the toon on the ramp. Clarence River. There is a pontoon at this 14. Yamba Boat Ramp (East of Fishing Club ramp. Ramp) – Yamba Road 8. Brooms Head Boat Ramp – Ocean Road, This concrete ramp is in fair condition. There Brooms Head. is fuel, a kiosk and lighting at this boat ramp. 10 Catch it in the Clarence - 2021

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15. Witonga Drive (Crystal Waters Reserve, Yamba) This two lance concrete ramp is in good condition. There are toilets, bins, BBQ facilities, fish cleaning table, lighting and a pontoon nearby. There is also a pontoon on the ramp. 16. Harwood Bridge South – Yamba Road, Maclean This concrete ramp is in good condition. There are toilets, bins, fish cleaning table and lighting at this ramp. 17. Harwood – Martins Point Road, Harwood This concrete ramp is in good condition. There are toilets, bins, fish cleaning table and lighting at this ramp. 18. Iluka Boat Ramp – Crown Street, Iluka This concrete ramp is in good condition. There are toilets, bins, BBQ facilities, fish cleaning table, a kiosk and lighting at this location.

19. Spenser Street Boat Ramp Iluka This two lane concrete ramp is in good condition. There are toilets, bins, BBQ facilities, fish cleaning table, lighting and a pontoon nearby at this ramp. There is also a pontoon on the ramp. 20. Goodwood Island near Wharf – Goodwood Island Road, Goodwood Island This is an unsealed ramp in poor condition. 21. Chatsworth Island – Chatsworth Road, Chatsworth Island This bitumen ramp is in poor condition. This ramp grants access to the North Arm of the Clarence River. 22. Woombah Boat Ramp – Whitby Lane, Goodwood Island. This concrete ramp is in good condition. The ramp grants access to the middle channel of the Clarence River.

This information is sourced thanks to the RMS website and helpful locals, however you should always take care and ensure you are prepared and properly equipped to use any of the above facilities. Happy Fishing! Visit the RMS website for more boat ramps around the Clarence Valley.

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Yamba, NSW – January YAMBA TIDES - WEEK2021 COMMENCING MONDAY JANUARY 4, - JANUARY 18, 2021 Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 4 JAN HIGH LOW

12:29 am 1.16 m

6:07 am 0.43 m

TUE 5 JAN HIGH LOW

1:26 am 1.17 m

7:04 am 0.49 m

WED 6 JAN HIGH LOW

2:30 am 1.21 m

8:11 am 0.54 m

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology 12:49 pm 1:36 pm 2:30 pm HIGH HIGH HIGH http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/ 1.60 m

LOW Yamba,

7:31 pm

NSW –

0.35 m

1.52 m

8:20 pm LOW January 2021 0.36 m

LOW

1.44 m

9:12 pm 0.37 m

THU 7 JAN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

FRI 8 JAN

3:41 am 1.27 m

9:27 am 0.57 m

3:31 pm 1.35 m

10:06 pm 0.36 m

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:50 am 1.37 m

10:49 am 0.55 m

4:40 pm 1.27 m

11:02 pm 0.35 m

SAT 9 JAN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

SUN 10 JAN

5:53 am

HIGH

1.49 m

12:09 pm

LOW

0.49 m

5:49 pm

HIGH

1.22 m

6:51 am 1.60 m

1:18 pm 0.41 m

6:54 pm 1.20 m

11:58 pm 0.33 m

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 11Commonwealth JAN TUE 12 JAN 13 JAN THU 14532) JAN © Copyright of Australia 2020, Bureau ofWED Meteorology (ABN 92 637 533 LOW HIGH

12:51 am 0.30 m

7:45 am 1.70 m

LOW HIGH

1:42 am 0.28 m

8:36 am 1.77 m

LOW HIGH

2:30 am 0.27 m

9:26 am 1.80 m

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology 2:18 pm 3:13 pm 4:01 pm LOW LOW LOW http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/ 0.32 m

0.26 m

0.23 m

7:51 pm

8:44 pm

9:32 pm

HIGH HIGH Yamba, NSW – January 2021 1.20 m 1.20 m

HIGH

1.20 m

LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:15 am 0.27 m

10:12 am 1.80 m

4:47 pm 0.24 m

10:18 pm 1.20 m

FRI 15 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:59 am 0.30 m

10:55 am 1.75 m

5:30 pm 0.27 m

11:02 pm 1.19 m

SAT 16 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

SUN 17 JAN

4:40 am

LOW

0.35 m

11:35 am

HIGH

1.68 m

6:09 pm

LOW

0.32 m

5:21 am 0.41 m

12:12 pm 1.58 m

6:45 pm 0.38 m

11:44 pm 1.18 m

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 18Commonwealth JAN TUE 19 JAN 20 JAN(ABN 92 637THU 21 JAN © Copyright of Australia 2020, Bureau WED of Meteorology 533 532) HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:27 am 1.17 m

6:04 am 0.49 m

12:45 pm 1.48 m

7:20 pm 0.43 m

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:12 am 1.16 m

6:51 am 0.58 m

1:20 pm 1.37 m

7:56 pm 0.47 m

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:04 am 1.16 m

7:46 am 0.66 m

2:00 pm 1.27 m

8:36 pm 0.50 m

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:06 am 1.18 m

8:54 am 0.71 m

2:50 pm 1.17 m

9:24 pm 0.52 m

FRI 22 JAN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:15 am 1.23 m

10:15 am 0.73 m

3:56 pm 1.09 m

10:17 pm 0.53 m

SAT 23 JAN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

SUN 24 JAN

5:18 am

HIGH

1.29 m

11:40 am

LOW

0.70 m

5:08 pm

HIGH

1.06 m

6:14 am 1.37 m

12:48 pm 0.63 m

6:13 pm 1.06 m

11:14 pm 0.52 m

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Lover’s Point (Yamba Point)

Mick’s Tips Shallow and snaggy so be prepared with lots of tackle. Wear a rain jacket as you will get wet.

For the Kids There are lots of rock pools to keep the kids occupied, or they can spend their time catching small crabs.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Rocky headland that juts out into the ocean. It is accessible from both sides although waves can be big on the southern side.

Pilchards, prawns and flesh baits.

What lures are best? Metal lures in weights of 40-80gms for Tailor, Tuna and Mackerel. Big hard bodies lures for Jewfish or large plastics work best.

Where is it?

1.5km south from the breakwall. 600m walk out to the point. There is access from Ocean Street and also Pippi Beach.

Best time to fish? Good fishing all year round. Great spot for pelagics in the summer months.

What’s there?

What dream fish might I catch?

There are no facilities. There is car parking at both Ocean Street and Pippi Beach.

Large Jewfish, Tuna, Mackerel, Snapper or Groper.

What fish should I target?

Note: - Remember to comply with bag and size limits and only keep what you can use.

Tailor, Bream, Tarwhine, Groper, Jewfish, Tuna, Mackerel, Snapper and Blackfish in season.

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Yamba, NSW – January 2021

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY JANUARY DECEMBER25, 3, 2021 2020

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 25 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:07 am 0.49 m

7:02 am 1.46 m

1:40 pm 0.55 m

7:06 pm 1.08 m

TUE 26 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:54 am 0.45 m

7:46 am 1.54 m

2:22 pm 0.47 m

7:51 pm 1.12 m

WED 27 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:37 am 0.40 m

8:28 am 1.61 m

3:00 pm 0.40 m

8:33 pm 1.16 m

THU 28 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:18 am 0.35 m

9:08 am 1.68 m

3:38 pm 0.34 m

9:14 pm 1.21 m

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FRI 29 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:00 am 0.30 m

9:47 am 1.73 m

4:15 pm 0.30 m

9:55 pm 1.25 m

SAT 30 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:41 am 0.28 m

10:27 am 1.75 m

4:55 pm 0.27 m

10:37 pm 1.28 m

SUN 31 JAN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:25 am 0.28 m

11:06 am 1.75 m

5:34 pm 0.26 m

11:22 pm 1.31 m

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YAMBA

a beach lover's paradise Where summer holiday memories are made, If you’re looking for a relaxed lifestyle with all the trimmings then look no further than Yamba. Located at the mouth of the Clarence River, Yamba is the Clarence Valley’s principal coastal resort. The traditional custodians of the coastal areas around Yamba and Maclean are the Yaegl people.

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Yamba’s eleven pristine beaches are great for snorkelling, swimming and surfing. Whiting beach, a river beach, is located south of the breakwall and is an ideal spot for children. Main beach, which is patrolled during the summer months has an ocean pool built into the rocks which is great for swimming laps. The broad waters of the Clarence are ideal for boating, fishing and exploring.

Image: Fran Dowsett

With its relaxed lifestyle, award winning restaurants and cafés, boutique shops and art galleries there is so much to see and do in Yamba. Just 5km south of Yamba is the charming seaside village of Angourie. Located at the northern tip of Yuraygir National Park it has one of the most spectacular coastal walks in the state. In the 1960s, Angourie became famous as one of the best pointbreaks in Australia and is often visited by the world’s best surfers. Wooloweyah a small village located just north of Angourie is situated on the banks of Lake Wooloweyah, a shallow lake which is a great spot for fishing and canoeing. Image: Lynne Mowbray

Source: Clarence Valley Council

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MERCURY

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Yamba, NSW – February 2021

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 1 FEB LOW HIGH LOW

5:11 am 0.31 m

11:45 am 1.70 m

6:15 pm 0.28 m

TUE 2 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:10 am 1.33 m

6:00 am 0.37 m

12:27 pm 1.62 m

6:57 pm 0.31 m

WED 3 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:01 am 1.34 m

6:56 am 0.45 m

1:11 pm 1.50 m

7:40 pm 0.36 m

THU 4 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:00 am 1.35 m

8:00 am 0.53 m

2:02 pm 1.36 m

8:27 pm 0.41 m

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FRI 5 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:08 am 1.38 m

9:17 am 0.59 m

3:05 pm 1.23 m

9:22 pm 0.46 m

SAT 6 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:24 am 1.43 m

10:46 am 0.59 m

4:24 pm 1.14 m

10:28 pm 0.48 m

SUN 7 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

5:37 am 1.50 m

12:13 pm 0.54 m

5:44 pm 1.11 m

11:37 pm 0.47 m

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Yamba Breakwall

Mick’s Tips Be prepared and get here early as there are few good fishing platforms. Make sure your keys and phone are securely zippered in a safe dry spot.

For the Kids Not the safest place for kids. Ten years and older with adult supervision would be fine as the rocks can be slippery when wet with deep crevises.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

1.2km rock-wall which protrudes 1km into the ocean. It is the mouth of the Clarence River. Great spot for walking as well as fishing.

Mullet strips, prawns.

What lures are best? Metal lures, soft plastics, hard bodies lures or poppers.

Where is it?

Best time to fish?

Can be accessed from Clarence Street, near the main street.

What’s there?

This is a good all year round spot. River can be snaggy when the tide is running fast.

Good parking areas, toilets, showers, picnic tables, BBQ areas and shelters.

What dream fish might I catch?

What fish should I target?

Large Bream, Jewfish or Flathead. Tuna and Mackerel can be caught off the beach side of the wall in summer.

This area produces the most variety of fish as you have both access to the river and the ocean. Tailor, Bream, Whiting, Flathead, Jewfish, Tuna, Mackerel, or even Snapper.

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Safety First: - Observe first, fish later: always check weather and water conditions before you start fishing.

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Yamba, NSW – February 2021

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 8 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH

6:42 am 1.59 m

1:22 pm 0.45 m

6:52 pm 1.13 m

TUE 9 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:40 am 0.43 m

7:38 am 1.67 m

2:16 pm 0.37 m

7:49 pm 1.17 m

WED 10 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:34 am 0.37 m

8:29 am 1.72 m

3:03 pm 0.31 m

8:38 pm 1.22 m

THU 11 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:23 am 0.33 m

9:15 am 1.75 m

3:44 pm 0.28 m

9:21 pm 1.26 m

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FRI 12 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:06 am 0.31 m

9:55 am 1.74 m

4:21 pm 0.28 m

10:00 pm 1.29 m

SAT 13 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:46 am 0.32 m

10:32 am 1.70 m

4:55 pm 0.31 m

10:38 pm 1.30 m

SUN 14 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:25 am 0.35 m

11:05 am 1.63 m

5:26 pm 0.34 m

11:14 pm 1.31 m

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Oyster Channel Bridge

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Medium sized bridge over the river, creating good feeding around the pylons for small bait fish. Good access available from the banks.

Any strip baits, mullet or herring would be the best. Prawns and yabbies also work well.

Mick’s Tips Take plenty of insect repellent as the mozzies are terrible.

What lures are best?

Where is it?

Larger plastics for Jewfish. Deep diving smaller lures for Bream.

On the outskirts of town. It bridges Micalo Island and Yamba.

Please take your rubbish home.

Best time to fish?

What’s there?

At any time you can get a mixture of winter and summer fish.

Car parks at both ends. No toilets, but great shade on hot days or in inclement weather.

For the Kids

What dream fish might I catch?

Older kids can handle the rocky foreshore, although it can be very snaggy.

Flathead, Jewfish or Mangrove Jack.

What fish should I target? Bream, Flathead, Jewfish. Even though it is rocky Whiting can be a common catch. Trevally and Mangrove Jacks are an occasional fish.

Safety First: - Fishing from the Bridge is prohibited. It is a very busy, narrow bridge being the only way in and out of Yamba.

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 15 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:02 am 0.41 m

11:35 am 1.54 m

5:55 pm 0.39 m

11:49 pm 1.31 m

TUE 16 FEB LOW HIGH LOW

5:40 am 0.48 m

12:04 pm 1.45 m

6:23 pm 0.43 m

WED 17 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:28 am 1.30 m

6:22 am 0.56 m

12:34 pm 1.34 m

6:53 pm 0.48 m

THU 18 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:10 am 1.29 m

7:10 am 0.64 m

1:10 pm 1.23 m

7:27 pm 0.53 m

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FRI 19 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:01 am 1.28 m

8:09 am 0.71 m

1:56 pm 1.13 m

8:10 pm 0.59 m

SAT 20 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:05 am 1.28 m

9:27 am 0.75 m

3:02 pm 1.05 m

9:06 pm 0.63 m

SUN 21 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:19 am 1.30 m

11:02 am 0.73 m

4:29 pm 1.01 m

10:17 pm 0.64 m

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Gantry Wall

What is it?

What bait should I use?

A smaller rock wall that houses the trawler fleet and the end of the marina.

Really anything can work. Best time to be there is when the trawlers are in wash-down and all the scraps are washed into the water.

Where is it?

Mick’s Tips

What lures are best?

From Yamba Road, turn off into the marina and head along the wall.

Poppers for Trevally, plastics for Bream and large deep diving lures for Mangrove Jacks.

What’s there? No facilities, however there is some nice grassy areas and shady trees which are great for picnics.

For the Kids

Best time to fish?

What fish should I target?

Good all year round. Early morning and evening.

Blackfish, Bream, Trevally and some big Mangrove Jacks.

What dream fish might I catch?

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Great spot for kids, although a little rocky on the wall. The kids can feed the Bream with bread or watch the lizards on the bank.

Mangrove Jacks would be the most sought after fish. They fight well and are hard to land.

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Yamba, NSW – February 2021

Be mindful that this is a workplace. Be careful where you park and cast, when fishing near the trawlers.

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 22 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

5:30 am 1.35 m

12:21 pm 0.67 m

5:47 pm 1.02 m

11:29 pm 0.60 m

TUE 23 FEB HIGH LOW HIGH

6:30 am 1.44 m

1:15 pm 0.58 m

6:45 pm 1.08 m

WED 24 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:29 am 0.54 m

7:19 am 1.53 m

1:58 pm 0.48 m

7:33 pm 1.15 m

THU 25 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:17 am 0.45 m

8:03 am 1.62 m

2:35 pm 0.40 m

8:16 pm 1.23 m

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FRI 26 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:02 am 0.36 m

8:45 am 1.70 m

3:12 pm 0.32 m

8:57 pm 1.31 m

SAT 27 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:46 am 0.29 m

9:24 am 1.76 m

3:48 pm 0.26 m

9:38 pm 1.38 m

SUN 28 FEB LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:30 am 0.25 m

10:03 am 1.78 m

4:26 pm 0.23 m

10:21 pm 1.45 m

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Whiting Beach

What is it?

What lures are best?

The beach that adjoins the break-wall. It is approximately 600m long.

Small hard body lures – pink is very popular amongst Flathead fishermen. 100mm in length, shallow running. Plastics 100mm in length. Jighead weight 1/8-1/4, 2/0-3/0 hook.

Where is it? The foreshore of Hickey Island, close to the main street. Access is by Clarence Street.

Mick’s Tips A great family beach for Whiting. Sunscreen and mozzie repellent a necessity.

Best time to fish?

What’s there? Toilets, showers, picnic tables and shelters. There is a boat ramp close by, located at Hickey Island (carpark).

If you are chasing Whiting then the summer months are best. Flathead are available all year round, and are especially good after a substantial rain.

What fish should I target?

What dream fish might I catch?

Whiting, Bream, Flathead and the occasional Tailor or Flounder

Very large Flathead

What bait should I use?

For the Kids This is an excellent spot for kids. If they get bored of fishing they can swim, dig in the sand or explore the bush behind the beach. There are only small waves so quite safe for children to swim.

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SLIP, SLOP, SLAP, SEEK, SLIDE!

Prawns, worms, whole Pilchards.

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MERCURY

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Yamba, NSW – March 2021

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY MARCH 1, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 1 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:15 am 0.24 m

10:43 am 1.75 m

5:04 pm 0.23 m

11:05 pm 1.50 m

TUE 2 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:03 am 0.27 m

11:23 am 1.68 m

5:43 pm 0.26 m

WED 3 MAR LOW HIGH LOW

5:55 am 0.34 m

12:05 pm 1.56 m

6:21 pm 0.33 m

11:51 pm 1.52 m

THU 4 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:41 am 1.52 m

6:52 am 0.44 m

12:51 pm 1.41 m

7:01 pm 0.41 m

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FRI 5 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:37 am 1.51 m

8:00 am 0.53 m

1:45 pm 1.25 m

7:47 pm 0.50 m

SAT 6 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:45 am 1.48 m

9:22 am 0.60 m

2:57 pm 1.12 m

8:47 pm 0.57 m

SUN 7 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:05 am 1.48 m

10:54 am 0.60 m

4:29 pm 1.06 m

10:06 pm 0.61 m

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T Piece

What is it?

What lures are best?

Small outcrop of rocks jutting from the break-wall on the river side. Access is difficult.

Soft plastics or hard bodied lures work best.

Mick’s Tips Watch out the rocks can be slippery.

Best time to fish?

Where is it? Yamba - On the main south breakwall, approximately 300m along.

It is a good all year round spot. Night time fishing is difficult although can be very productive.

What’s there? What’s there?

What dream fish might I catch?

No facilities, however the main beach carpark has picnic areas and toilets.

Large Flathead, Bream or Jewfish

What fish should I target?

For the Kids It is moderately safe for kids as it is in the river, however watch out for oysters and barnacles.

Safety First: - Wear appropriate footwear. Cleats, sandals and sandshoes with non slip soles suit different surfaces. Use the appropriate shoes for the conditions.

Bream, Blackfish, Flathead, Whiting, Jewfish, Tailor.

What bait should I use? Mullet, prawns, white pilchards, live herring, worms. Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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The black fishing here is exceptional in winter.

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY MARCH 8, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 8 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

5:24 am 1.52 m

12:15 pm 0.54 m

5:52 pm 1.08 m

11:28 pm 0.59 m

TUE 9 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH

6:31 am 1.57 m

1:15 pm 0.46 m

6:57 pm 1.15 m

WED 10 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:35 am 0.52 m

7:27 am 1.63 m

2:01 pm 0.40 m

7:47 pm 1.22 m

THU 11 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:30 am 0.45 m

8:14 am 1.66 m

2:41 pm 0.36 m

8:29 pm 1.29 m

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FRI 12 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:15 am 0.40 m

8:54 am 1.67 m

3:15 pm 0.33 m

9:05 pm 1.35 m

SAT 13 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:55 am 0.37 m

9:30 am 1.65 m

3:46 pm 0.33 m

9:40 pm 1.40 m

SUN 14 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:32 am 0.37 m

10:01 am 1.60 m

4:15 pm 0.35 m

10:13 pm 1.43 m

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Pippi Beach

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Long 1.5km beach which has nice gutters for fishing. The beach changes with the weather. Some gutters have rocks underneath.

Pilchard, prawns, yabbies, pippies, worms.

Where is it?

What lures are best? Best lures are metal lures or soft plastics. Always a good idea to call in and talk to your local tackle shop owner before you start.

At the very end of the main street, turn left or right into carparks. Situated between Yamba Point and Flatrock.

Best time to fish?

What’s there?

The cooler months fish better as the gutters can be deeper.

Picnic areas, toilets. Popular swimming and surfing beach. Also dog friendly off-leash on the southern side of the vehicle access.

What dream fish might I catch? Large Jewfish.

What fish should I target? Flathead, Bream, Jewfish, Whiting, Australian Salmon, Flathead.

Mick’s Tips Great for family fishing, dog friendly and has good vehicle access onto the beach.

For the Kids Great beach for kids, they can swim, fish or dig in the sand.

Safety First: - spot a rip current: Rip currents will occur in deeper water, so it’s usually a darker colour compared to the white breaking waves over a sandbank. Because the water is deeper, there will be fewer breaking waves which can give the appearance of a safer spot to swim.

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY MARCH 15, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 15 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:08 am 0.39 m

10:30 am 1.54 m

4:40 pm 0.37 m

10:45 pm 1.45 m

TUE 16 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:45 am 0.43 m

10:59 am 1.47 m

5:06 pm 0.41 m

11:17 pm 1.46 m

WED 17 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:21 am 0.49 m

11:28 am 1.38 m

5:32 pm 0.45 m

THU 18 MAR LOW HIGH LOW

6:00 am 0.56 m

11:59 am 1.29 m

6:00 pm 0.51 m

11:52 pm 1.45 m

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FRI 19 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:30 am 1.43 m

6:45 am 0.63 m

12:35 pm 1.19 m

6:30 pm 0.57 m

SAT 20 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:15 am 1.40 m

7:39 am 0.69 m

1:20 pm 1.10 m

7:07 pm 0.64 m

SUN 21 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:11 am 1.36 m

8:51 am 0.74 m

2:25 pm 1.03 m

8:01 pm 0.70 m

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Middle Wall

What is it?

What lures are best?

Rocks in the middle of the river which direct water flow towards the mouth.

Plastics and hard bodied lures. Vibration blades can also work well.

Mick’s Tips

Where is it?

Best time to fish?

Towards the entrance of the Clarence in the middle of the river. Boat ramp access from Golding Street ramp or Hickey island.

This is an all year round spot. Top of the tide (slack water) is best. Can get very hot in summer months, however is one of the closest spots to the mouth of the river for anchoring.

What’s there?

What dream fish might I catch?

No facilities as it’s in the middle of the river.

Flathead, Bream, Mangrove Jack or Jewfish.

What fish should I target? Flathead, Bream, Blackfish, Jewfish, Australian Salmon.

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What bait should I use? Live bait, herring, mullet fillets, prawns, yabbies. Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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Don’t go speeding over the top of it and if anchoring close to the wall use a reef anchor.

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY MARCH 22, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 22 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:23 am 1.35 m

10:24 am 0.73 m

3:58 pm 1.00 m

9:21 pm 0.72 m

TUE 23 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:43 am 1.38 m

11:44 am 0.67 m

5:23 pm 1.04 m

WED 24 MAR HIGH LOW HIGH

5:49 am 1.45 m

12:39 pm 0.58 m

6:23 pm 1.12 m

10:49 pm 0.69 m

THU 25 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:00 am 0.61 m

6:44 am 1.54 m

1:22 pm 0.48 m

7:12 pm 1.23 m

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FRI 26 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:54 am 0.50 m

7:30 am 1.63 m

2:00 pm 0.38 m

7:55 pm 1.34 m

SAT 27 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:43 am 0.39 m

8:13 am 1.71 m

2:37 pm 0.30 m

8:36 pm 1.45 m

SUN 28 MAR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:30 am 0.31 m

8:54 am 1.74 m

3:15 pm 0.24 m

9:18 pm 1.55 m

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Collis' Wall

What is it?

What’s there?

What lures are best?

A wall of rocks on the northern side of the river.

Being a boat based fishing location there is nothing there apart from the wall. The closest boat ramp is Iluka.

Go for vibration blades and soft plastics. Drifting along the wall flicking hard bodied lures is a popular pastime with boaties.

Where is it? The wall is located at the south eastern end of Goodwood Island and can be fished from either the river side which has a depth of around 12m or the more sheltered area behind the wall.

What fish should I target?

Best time to fish?

Flathead, Whiting, Bream, Blackfish and Jewfish.

This is a great spot all year round and is best fished at the slack of the tide.

What bait should I use?

What dream fish might I catch?

The best bait to use is live mullet or tailor or squid strips.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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Big Jewfish or large Flathead.

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY MARCH 29 & APRIL 5, 2021

Please note: Daylight savings ends on Sunday, 4 April, when clocks will go back one hour. The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 29 MAR LOW HIGH

3:16 am 0.25 m

9:35 am 1.74 m

3:52 pm

TUE 30 MAR LOW HIGH

4:05 am 0.24 m

10:17 am 1.68 m

4:30 pm

WED 31 MAR LOW HIGH

4:57 am 0.27 m

11:00 am 1.58 m

5:07 pm

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LOW

http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/ 10:01 pm 10:46 pm HIGH

1.64 m

HIGH

1.70 m

HIGH

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THU 1 APR LOW HIGH LOW

5:51 am 0.35 m

11:47 am 1.44 m

5:46 pm 0.37 m

11:33 pm

LOW HIGH LOW

2:48 am 1.54 m

9:49 am 0.57 m

3:38 pm 1.08 m

8:54 pm 0.70 m

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:05 am 1.53 m

10:58 am 0.53 m

4:52 pm 1.14 m

10:19 pm 0.67 m

HIGH

1.71 m

LOW HIGH LOW

5:09 am 1.55 m

11:50 am 0.48 m

5:48 pm 1.22 m

LOW HIGH LOW

MON 5Commonwealth APR 6 APR WED 7 APR (ABN 92 637 THU APR © Copyright ofTUE Australia 2020, Bureau of Meteorology 5338532) HIGH

FRI 2 APR HIGH

HIGH LOW HIGH

6:02 am 1.57 m

12:31 pm 0.44 m

6:32 pm 1.31 m

11:26 pm 0.60 m

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12:24 am 1.69 m

6:53 am 0.44 m

12:39 pm 1.29 m

6:27 pm 0.48 m

FRI 9 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:16 am 0.53 m

6:45 am 1.57 m

1:07 pm 0.41 m

7:10 pm 1.39 m

SAT 3 APR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:21 am 1.64 m

8:06 am 0.52 m

1:41 pm 1.16 m

7:16 pm 0.58 m

SAT 10 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:00 am 0.48 m

7:23 am 1.56 m

1:37 pm 0.39 m

7:44 pm 1.45 m

SUN 4 APR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:29 am 1.58 m

8:29 am 0.57 m

2:04 pm 1.08 m

7:24 pm 0.67 m

SUN 11 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:39 am 0.45 m

7:55 am 1.53 m

2:04 pm 0.38 m

8:15 pm 1.51 m

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Lake Wooloweyah

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Lake Wooloweyah is a huge shallow lake system. It does have several rocky points.

Best baits include worms, yabbies, white pilchards and prawns.

Mick’s Tips If using a boat be mindful that it can be very shallow at times. Great for kayaks and canoes.

What lures are best?

Where is it?

With the lake being very shallow it would be best to use smaller shallow running lures, plastics or blades.

By car, head towards Angourie and then turn off to Wooloweyah. If you are traveling by boat, head up Oyster Channel until you hit the lake.

Best time to fish?

For the Kids

Summer months from spring to autumn.

What’s there?

What dream fish might I catch?

There is a small boat ramp and grassy foreshore.

You may catch a 5kg Flathead or larger Jewfish. Some Whiting can also get quite large in the lake.

What fish should I target?

Easily accessible from the grassy foreshore for kids and it is also sheltered from most winds.

Safety First :- Keep a proper lookout at all times for things like floating debris, hazards like submerged crab traps, trees or rocks and other boats especially kayaks and canoes.

Whiting, Bream, Flathead, smaller Jewfish. In the summer months it is a great spot for Blue Swimmer Crabs. Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – April 2021COMMENCING MONDAY APRIL 12, 2021 MON 12 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:15 am 0.44 m

8:25 am 1.49 m

2:30 pm 0.39 m

8:46 pm 1.55 m

TUE 13 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:52 am 0.45 m

8:55 am 1.44 m

2:56 pm 0.41 m

9:17 pm 1.58 m

WED 14 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:28 am 0.47 m

9:25 am 1.37 m

3:22 pm 0.44 m

9:50 pm 1.59 m

THU 15 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:05 am 0.51 m

9:58 am 1.30 m

3:48 pm 0.49 m

10:25 pm 1.58 m

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FRI 16 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:45 am 0.56 m

10:32 am 1.23 m

4:16 pm 0.55 m

11:01 pm 1.55 m

SAT 17 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:28 am 0.62 m

11:11 am 1.15 m

4:47 pm 0.61 m

SUN 18 APR LOW HIGH LOW

6:20 am 0.67 m

11:58 am 1.08 m

5:26 pm 0.67 m

11:44 pm 1.50 m

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Black Rock

GPS: 29.15.250 153.26.140

What is it?

What bait should I use?

An area of reef north of Woody Head and south of Evans Head that has a reputation of producing good reef fish.

Baits to use include Blue Pilchard and Mullet fillet fished on a Paternoster rig. Try floating baits for Snapper in the winter months.

Where is it?

What lures are best?

Approx. 6 nautical miles north, northeast of Woody Head.

Between the months of June and September, soft plastics in large grub type work well fished just off the bottom.

What’s there? There are some areas of hard rock pinnacles, broken rock and gravel. The depth varies from 25mtrs to 45mtrs. Fish show on this reef easily as the Trag and bait shoals elevate above the reef.

Best time to fish? All year round.

Reel Time Team Tips Seek up-to-date local knowledge of where you are going.

For the Kids All-round family spot, obviously boat needed.

What dream fish might I catch? You can catch Snapper to over 10kg here as well as Jewfish to over 20kg.

What fish should I target?

Safety First: - Be Prepared: Check the weather forecast before you go.

It's best to target Snaper, Trag, and Blue Spotted Flathead. Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – April 2021COMMENCING MONDAY APRIL 19, 2021 MON 19 APR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:34 am 1.46 m

7:28 am 0.70 m

1:01 pm 1.04 m

6:19 pm 0.73 m

TUE 20 APR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:39 am 1.43 m

8:47 am 0.69 m

2:30 pm 1.03 m

7:38 pm 0.76 m

WED 21 APR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:53 am 1.44 m

9:58 am 0.64 m

3:52 pm 1.09 m

9:08 pm 0.73 m

THU 22 APR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:01 am 1.49 m

10:52 am 0.55 m

4:53 pm 1.20 m

10:24 pm 0.65 m

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FRI 23 APR HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:59 am 1.56 m

11:38 am 0.45 m

5:43 pm 1.32 m

11:26 pm 0.54 m

SAT 24 APR HIGH LOW HIGH

5:48 am 1.62 m

12:18 pm 0.36 m

6:28 pm 1.46 m

SUN 25 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:20 am 0.44 m

6:34 am 1.66 m

12:58 pm 0.29 m

7:12 pm 1.59 m

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GPS: 29.29.550 153.25.507

Reel Time Team Tips Make sure a reliable person has a description of your boat, the number of passengers, where you are going, and your expected time of return or arrival.

For the Kids

Fishing in 50mtrs of water might be a bit like hard work for younger kids especially if the big fish are on.

North East Corner

What is it?

What lures are best?

North of Angourie is the north east corner of the reef.

The water is around 50mtrs deep so lures are limited here, a large soft plastic on a heavy jig head if the current isn’t too hard will produce fish.

Where is it?

Almost due east of Angourie Point, approximately 4½ nautical miles off shore.

Best time to fish? All year round spot with fish taken most days. Being on the edge of the reef it seems to be a drop-in spot for traveling fish.

What’s there? It is a complex reef structure of hard rock, sponge and wire weed.

What fish should I target?

What dream fish might I catch?

There are numeroud quality reef fish found here including good Snapper, Trag, Jewfish and Nanagi.

This spot will change every time you fish here and you never know what you will catch. Winter can bring some very large Snapper (over 8kg).

What bait should I use? Strip bait of mullet or tuna on paternoster rigs, or in winter floating baits of blue pillies.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK MONDAY APRIL 26, 2021 Yamba, NSW – April / MayCOMMENCING 2021 MON 26 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:13 am 0.35 m

7:19 am 1.67 m

1:36 pm 0.24 m

7:56 pm 1.71 m

TUE 27 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:04 am 0.29 m

8:05 am 1.63 m

2:15 pm 0.23 m

8:41 pm 1.80 m

WED 28 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:56 am 0.27 m

8:52 am 1.55 m

2:55 pm 0.27 m

9:29 pm 1.85 m

THU 29 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:51 am 0.29 m

9:41 am 1.44 m

3:35 pm 0.33 m

10:18 pm 1.85 m

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FRI 30 APR LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:50 am 0.35 m

10:33 am 1.32 m

4:16 pm 0.43 m

11:11 pm 1.81 m

SAT 1 MAY LOW HIGH LOW

5:56 am 0.42 m

11:30 am 1.21 m

5:02 pm 0.53 m

SUN 2 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:09 am 1.73 m

7:06 am 0.49 m

12:40 pm 1.13 m

5:57 pm 0.63 m

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Woody Head What is it? It's the start of Shark Bay. Rocky headland with shallow reef running to the north.

Where is it? From the mouth of the Clarence approximately 5 nautical miles north.

What’s there? There is beach access from the road at the headland as well as the road north of the turn off. On land there is a camping ground and boat ramp.

What fish should I target? Mackerel fishing is great from December to early May along the outer edge of the shallow reef and inside the bay there are a couple of higher reef areas the Mackerel congregate around. Some very nice Tailor can be taken from the headland itself in winter mostly but all year round it will produce Tailor, Jew and Bream. From July to early September soft plastic fishing the outer edge of the reef produces nice Snapper, just drift along in about the 10– 5mtr mark.

What bait should I use? Fish for Tailor off the rocks using Pillies on gang hooks. Floating blue pillies on light wires will get the Mackerel later in the morning. Stay Safe: - When offshore boating, plan your trip – check the weather and make sure all safety gear is on board and working.

What lures are best? Fishing for Jewfish a large bibbed lure like Bills Bugs Jew Lure will get down to the fish. Off the rocks a silver metal lure of about 50g worked fast for the Tailor or Trolling pink squid well back from the boat at between 8–9 knots seems to work the best for the Mackerel between day break and about 8am then switch to float baits. Soft plastics work well for snapper here.

Reel Time Team Tips

Best time to fish?

Make sure your boat and motor are in top condition. Don’t go out if you have any engine trouble at all. Always make sure you have enough fuel to get out and back.

June to September for the Tailor,July and August for the snapper. December to early May for the Mackerel.

For the Kids

What dream fish might I catch? Spanish Mackerel to over 20kg in the bay and Jewfish over 15gk from the rocks and Tailor over 4kg have been caught here.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – May 2021 COMMENCING MONDAY MAY 3, 2021 MON 3 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:14 am 1.64 m

8:17 am 0.53 m

2:03 pm 1.10 m

7:09 pm 0.71 m

TUE 4 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:24 am 1.57 m

9:24 am 0.54 m

3:25 pm 1.13 m

8:35 pm 0.74 m

WED 5 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:32 am 1.53 m

10:22 am 0.53 m

4:30 pm 1.20 m

9:56 pm 0.72 m

THU 6 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:32 am 1.50 m

11:10 am 0.50 m

5:22 pm 1.29 m

11:02 pm 0.67 m

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FRI 7 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

5:22 am 1.48 m

11:49 am 0.48 m

6:05 pm 1.38 m

11:55 pm 0.62 m

SAT 8 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH

6:05 am 1.46 m

12:22 pm 0.45 m

6:42 pm 1.46 m

SUN 9 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:40 am 0.57 m

6:42 am 1.44 m

12:51 pm 0.43 m

7:16 pm 1.53 m

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Freeburn Rock (The Bombie)

GPS: 29.31.133 153.22.155

What is it? A rock structure protruding up from the bottom of the ocean usually with extremely steep sides is known as a bombie or pinnacle. Freeburn Rock lifts out of around 15mtrs of depth to just 3.5mtrs below the surface. A large swell will break regularly on this rock. Because of the close proximity to the surface there is a large amount of coral and kelp on and around the rock.

Where is it? Approximately six nautical miles south of the mouth of the Clarence and about 1-½ nautical miles off shore.

What’s there? The bombie itself is enough, some keen divers and spear fishers dive the rock. The structure attracts a vast array of different fish, pelagic and reef and large shoals of bait.

What fish should I target? If you love fishing for Snapper then this is one of the best grounds for targeting Snapper on plastics or lures. Also trolling around the rock can be very productive for Mackerel, Tuna, and Cobia etc. Blue Groper is also a common catch in the winter.

What lures are best? Large soft plastics in any pattern will take Snapper in the very early hours of the morning. Most days you can troll surface lures (pink squid) or divers (large bibbed lures) around the rock and be successful.

Best time to fish? The rock will surprise you everyday. Warm water during December to April is good for pelagics on troll. Late June to September for Snapper on plastics,

What dream fish might I catch?

What bait should I use? Floating pillies will produce some nice Snapper and Jewfish at times but the most productive fishing around the rock is lure fishing. Red crabs are like lollies to the Blue Groper. A live yakka or slimy mackerel trolled at walking pace will be the best for a big Spanish Mackerel.

Spanish Mackerel to over 30kg from this rock have been caught.

For the Kids Definitely not for the kids. The break is very unpredictable.

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Reel Time Team Tips

Always boat at a safe speed and know the limits of yourself and your boat.

Caution Freeburn Rock is one of the most unpredictable breaks on the coast. Even on the calmest of days a freak wave can break over the top and swamp a boat. This spot deserves the greatest of respect and care.

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – May 2021 COMMENCING MONDAY MAY 10, 2021 MON 10 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:20 am 0.54 m

7:15 am 1.41 m

1:19 pm 0.42 m

7:48 pm 1.59 m

TUE 11 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:59 am 0.51 m

7:48 am 1.37 m

1:46 pm 0.42 m

8:20 pm 1.64 m

WED 12 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:36 am 0.50 m

8:21 am 1.33 m

2:15 pm 0.44 m

8:52 pm 1.66 m

THU 13 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:13 am 0.50 m

8:56 am 1.29 m

2:44 pm 0.47 m

9:27 pm 1.67 m

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FRI 14 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:51 am 0.52 m

9:32 am 1.24 m

3:14 pm 0.51 m

10:02 pm 1.66 m

SAT 15 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:31 am 0.55 m

10:11 am 1.19 m

3:45 pm 0.56 m

10:41 pm 1.63 m

SUN 16 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:15 am 0.59 m

10:52 am 1.14 m

4:20 pm 0.61 m

11:23 pm 1.59 m

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Red Cliff

GPS: 29.34.400 153.23.200

Reel Time Team Tips Use your marine radio to log on and to log off with Marine Rescue. Let them know where you are going, estimated time of return, vessel details and how many people on board. Don’t forget to let them know when you return.

For the Kids The ease of fishing the shallower areas of this reef makes it great for kids to learn to deep-sea fish.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Red Cliff is an area of reef south towards Brooms Head. The name Red Cliff comes from the fact that if you look to shore there is a large red cliff.

The fish here will eat everything from bait prawns to livies. It is hard to find bait that won’t work here so anchor up, burley and start enjoying life.

What lures are best?

Where is it?

If you put the time in you may catch fish on plastic’s and small jigs easily, although bait is definitely the way to go.

South of the mouth of the Clarence approximately 10 nautical miles. It is a large area from about 3 miles to 6 miles off shore.

Best time to fish?

What’s there?

Anytime is a good time.

Red Cliff is a mixture of hard rock, broken reef and gravel patches. The depth varies from 20 – 50mtrs.

What dream fish might I catch? Large Pearl Perch and Venus Tusk fish are always trophy fish and this is the place that can happen.

What fish should I target? All of the best reef fish can be caught from this reef complex. Snapper, Pearl Perch, Venus Tusk fish, Moses Perch, Trag, Pigfish, Jewfish etc. etc.

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Safety First: - if your lights aren’t fitted properly you can’t expect others to see you. Be bright at night.

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MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – May 2021 COMMENCING MONDAY MAY 17, 2021 MON 17 MAY LOW HIGH LOW

6:07 am 0.62 m

11:41 am 1.10 m

5:03 pm 0.66 m

TUE 18 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:10 am 1.55 m

7:06 am 0.64 m

12:42 pm 1.08 m

5:59 pm 0.71 m

WED 19 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:06 am 1.52 m

8:10 am 0.62 m

1:59 pm 1.10 m

7:10 pm 0.74 m

THU 20 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:08 am 1.51 m

9:09 am 0.57 m

3:15 pm 1.17 m

8:32 pm 0.72 m

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FRI 21 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:12 am 1.53 m

10:02 am 0.50 m

4:17 pm 1.28 m

9:49 pm 0.66 m

SAT 22 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:11 am 1.55 m

10:49 am 0.42 m

5:11 pm 1.42 m

SUN 23 MAY HIGH LOW HIGH

5:05 am 1.56 m

11:33 am 0.35 m

6:00 pm 1.57 m

10:58 pm 0.58 m

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BROOMS HEAD timeless beauty Perfect for a family holiday 'The Broom', as it is affectionately referred to by locals, is a great beachside holiday destination. Originally known as Cakora Point, it is a leisurely 22km drive from Maclean. The Brooms Head road winds its way firstly through the outer residential areas of Townsend and Gulmarrad before making its way through cleared farmland and eventually along the borders of Yuraygir National Park.

Brooms Head Bowling & Recreation Club

Along the way, you can usually see large numbers of kangaroos and wallabies and if you are lucky enough, one of the last remaining flocks of ‘coastal emus’. To the right, just before reaching Brooms Head is the turnoff to Sandon River. Drivers will have to negotiate several kilometres of dirt road. Located within Yuraygir National Park, Sandon River is a beautiful spot to swim, fish or picnic. There is no store or food available for purchase, but there are toilets, camping and drinking water.

Friday Raffles Barefoot Bowls

Lake Cakora can be found on the northern edge of the settlement and the shallow lake is ideal for canoeing and is a great spot for swimming.

incl the Brian Commorford Deck

It has a well protected ocean lagoon, ideal for the kids to swim, as well as an unpatrolled surf beach.

Call 6646 7228 for takeaway or 6646 7118 for bookings

Courtesy bus - call for availability

30-36 Ocean Road, Brooms Head

To the south of the village is an expansive stretch of pristine ocean beach stretching south to Sandon River.

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Open Tues Lunch Wed - Sunday Lunch & Dinner Open 7 Days during school holidays

Available for functions

Brooms Head has a timeless quality about it. Uncrowded beaches, friendly locals, you’ll find The Broom to be perfect for a family holiday.

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MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – May 2021 COMMENCING MONDAY MAY 24, 2021 MON 24 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:00 am 0.48 m

5:58 am 1.56 m

12:16 pm 0.29 m

6:47 pm 1.71 m

TUE 25 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:58 am 0.39 m

6:48 am 1.53 m

12:59 pm 0.27 m

7:34 pm 1.82 m

WED 26 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:54 am 0.33 m

7:40 am 1.48 m

1:41 pm 0.27 m

8:23 pm 1.90 m

THU 27 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:49 am 0.30 m

8:32 am 1.41 m

2:24 pm 0.30 m

9:13 pm 1.94 m

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FRI 28 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:47 am 0.30 m

9:25 am 1.33 m

3:09 pm 0.36 m

10:05 pm 1.92 m

SAT 29 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:46 am 0.34 m

10:20 am 1.25 m

3:55 pm 0.44 m

10:58 pm 1.86 m

SUN 30 MAY LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:48 am 0.39 m

11:20 am 1.19 m

4:45 pm 0.53 m

11:53 pm 1.77 m

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Sandon

What is it?

What bait should I use?

A pristine river entrance between the Yuraygir National Park and the Sandon River township. The township can only be reached by boat or by road from Minni Waters.

Prawns, pippis, sand worm and yabbies.

Where is it? Heading east along Brooms Head Road, turn right onto Sandon Road just before Brooms Head, 9km of gravel road to the National Park. Permits are required and can be purchased at the Sandon campsite.

What’s there?

What lures are best? In the shallows Whiting on poppers, in the deeper water lightly weighted soft plastics.

Best time to fish? Fishes well all year. At low tide you can walk onto Plover Island over the spit. Summer is great for Whiting, Trevally, and big Bream.

What dream fish might I catch? Big Bream, Flathead and Trevally plus the odd surprise. (Tip) Pump some yabbies at low tide, the Bream just love ‘em.

Boat ramp, toilets, picnic area, shade, camping area (although there are no showers). It’s back to nature.

What fish should I target?

Safety First: - Always keep an eye on children when around water.

Trevally, Bream, Flathead and Whiting. Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

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For the Kids Great spot for the kids, swimming and exploring. Check out the little Blue Crabs and the Spoonbills.

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK MONDAY MAY 31, 2021 Yamba, NSW – May / JuneCOMMENCING 2021 MON 31 MAY LOW HIGH LOW

6:48 am 0.44 m

12:26 pm 1.15 m

5:41 pm 0.62 m

TUE 1 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:49 am 1.67 m

7:46 am 0.49 m

1:37 pm 1.14 m

6:46 pm 0.69 m

WED 2 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:47 am 1.57 m

8:42 am 0.52 m

2:46 pm 1.17 m

8:00 pm 0.74 m

THU 3 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:45 am 1.49 m

9:31 am 0.53 m

3:49 pm 1.24 m

9:16 pm 0.75 m

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FRI 4 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:40 am 1.42 m

10:15 am 0.52 m

4:44 pm 1.32 m

10:28 pm 0.73 m

SAT 5 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:30 am 1.37 m

10:55 am 0.50 m

5:30 pm 1.40 m

SUN 6 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH

5:16 am 1.33 m

11:30 am 0.48 m

6:10 pm 1.49 m

11:28 pm 0.69 m

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Red Cliff to Brooms Head

For the Kids Brooms Head is an excellent swimming spot for kids and the beaches are great for surfing also.

What is it?

What fish should I target?

Long stretch of sandy beach which has some excellent gutters for fishing. You can walk the length of the beach from Red Cliff to Brooms Head.

Flathead, Bream, Jewfish, Whiting, Australian Salmon.

Where is it?

Pilchard, prawns, yabbies, pippies, worms.

What bait should I use? What lures are best?

Red Cliff is part of the Yuraygir National Park, is situated north of Brooms Head. Turn into the national park to access the beach. There is an $8 per vehicle per day charge. The park has self registration stands with envelopes. Bring correct change.

Best lures are metal lures or soft plastics.

Best time to fish? The cooler months fish better as the gutters can be deeper.

What’s there?

What dream fish might I catch?

The national park has picnic areas, fire pits and toilets. Lake Aragon is popular for swimming and canoeing. Brooms Head has all amenities including a kiosk.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

Large Jewfish. Stay Safe: - Beaches in this park are not patrolled, and can sometimes have strong rips and currents.

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MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – June 2021COMMENCING MONDAY JUNE 7, 2021 MON 7 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:18 am 0.64 m

5:59 am 1.30 m

12:04 pm 0.46 m

6:46 pm 1.56 m

TUE 8 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:02 am 0.59 m

6:38 am 1.28 m

12:37 pm 0.44 m

7:21 pm 1.62 m

WED 9 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:43 am 0.54 m

7:16 am 1.26 m

1:09 pm 0.44 m

7:55 pm 1.67 m

THU 10 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:21 am 0.51 m

7:54 am 1.24 m

1:42 pm 0.44 m

8:30 pm 1.70 m

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FRI 11 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:59 am 0.50 m

8:32 am 1.22 m

2:15 pm 0.46 m

9:07 pm 1.71 m

SAT 12 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:38 am 0.50 m

9:12 am 1.20 m

2:50 pm 0.48 m

9:45 pm 1.70 m

SUN 13 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:18 am 0.51 m

9:52 am 1.18 m

3:27 pm 0.51 m

10:24 pm 1.68 m

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Harwood

What is it?

What fish should I target?

Harwood is a small hamlet located on Harwood Island between the north and south arm of the Clarence River. Fishing options include the Harwood Bridge, river flats on the southern side downstream and upstream from the Harwood Hotel and good deep water near the sugar mill, slipway and the hole at Martins Point.

Flathead, Mullaway, Bream, Luderick, Whiting can all be caught, as well as some becoming more frequent summer visitors like Giant Herring, Tarpon and Trevally.

What bait should I use?

Where is it?

What’s there?

What dream fish might I catch? Again large Mullaway are the target, however some 4kg+ Flathead are often caught here. Harwood bridge can often turn up some obscure captures, like Cobia and large Mangrove Jack.

What lures are best?

Boat ramps on either side of the river. which have cleaning tables and toilets, and plenty of parking for cars and trailers.

Flathead are responsive to soft plastics nearly all year round, peak times are April/May and

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

Best time to fish? The winter months are best for the big Mullaway and Bream, autumn and late winter early spring for the Flathead, summer months for the Whiting.

Live herring for Mullaway, small lano mullet also make excellent live bait, as do torpedo squid. For Bream small pieces of cut bait work well. For Flathead it is pretty hard to go past white bait or anchovies.

Harwood Island is where the Pacific Highway goes over the Clarence river (Harwood Bridge).

August/September. Mullaway find large soft plastics and Vibration Blades hard to resist. Lightly weighted soft plastics, small deep diving hard body lures and small blades work well for Bream.

4 Uki Steet, Yamba

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – June 2021COMMENCING MONDAY JUNE 14, 2021 MON 14 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:01 am 0.52 m

10:35 am 1.16 m

4:06 pm 0.55 m

11:04 pm 1.66 m

TUE 15 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:48 am 0.53 m

11:24 am 1.14 m

4:51 pm 0.60 m

WED 16 JUN LOW HIGH LOW

6:38 am 0.53 m

12:21 pm 1.14 m

5:45 pm 0.64 m

11:48 pm 1.62 m

THU 17 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:36 am 1.58 m

7:30 am 0.52 m

1:26 pm 1.18 m

6:50 pm 0.67 m

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FRI 18 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:29 am 1.54 m

8:21 am 0.49 m

2:35 pm 1.25 m

8:04 pm 0.68 m

SAT 19 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:27 am 1.51 m

9:12 am 0.44 m

3:40 pm 1.35 m

9:22 pm 0.65 m

SUN 20 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:28 am 1.47 m

10:01 am 0.40 m

4:39 pm 1.49 m

10:38 pm 0.59 m

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Rocky Mouth

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Best time to fish?

Where the South Arm of the Clarence converges with the main river lays a large body of coffee rock reef known to the locals as Rocky Mouth.

All the usual baits will work fine at Rocky Mouth, rigged live herring for big Bream and Mullaway, live poddy mullet for large Flathead. Try prawns, chicken gut, mullet gut, squid and worms.

No matter what the season there is always something going on at Rocky Mouth, best for Bream in autumn and winter, big Flathead, Trevally and Mangrove Jack in the summer time. For the big Mullaway you can’t beat spring. The last of the run in tide through slack water, or the bottom of the tide through slack water are both optimum times.

Where is it?

What lures are best?

Rocky Mouth is within 500m of Maclean CBD.

Hard body diving lures for bream in the winter fished over the shallow reef can yield great results as can small lightly weighted soft plastics. Some very big Flathead and Mullaway call Rocky Mouth home for several months of the year. Big soft plastics and Vibration Blades are very effective on both. Plenty of Mangrove Jack and Trevally etc will fall victim to the same techniques over the summer period here.

What’s there? The boat ramp near the Court House in Maclean is only around 300m down stream from Rocky Mouth.

What fish should I target? The most common would be Flathead, Mullaway, Luderick, Whiting and Bream.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

What dream fish might I catch? Summer months, Mullaway over 10kg are occasionally caught here as well as giant Trevally over 5kgs have been taken. Some dry summers, massive schools of giant herring take up residence at Rocky Mouth to feast on prawns and small bait-fish.

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MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – June 2021COMMENCING MONDAY JUNE 21, 2021 MON 21 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:30 am 1.43 m

10:51 am 0.35 m

5:34 pm 1.63 m

TUE 22 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH

5:30 am 1.40 m

11:39 am 0.32 m

6:27 pm 1.75 m

11:46 pm 0.50 m

WED 23 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:49 am 0.41 m

6:28 am 1.37 m

12:28 pm 0.30 m

7:17 pm 1.86 m

THU 24 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:48 am 0.34 m

7:23 am 1.33 m

1:15 pm 0.29 m

8:09 pm 1.92 m

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FRI 25 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:45 am 0.29 m

8:17 am 1.30 m

2:03 pm 0.31 m

9:00 pm 1.94 m

SAT 26 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:40 am 0.28 m

9:12 am 1.27 m

2:52 pm 0.34 m

9:51 pm 1.92 m

SUN 27 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:33 am 0.30 m

10:05 am 1.23 m

3:40 pm 0.40 m

10:41 pm 1.85 m

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MACLEAN the Scottish town Enjoy friendly, country hospitality On the banks of the mighty Clarence River is Maclean – the Scottish town in Australia. This historic town is renowned for its Scottish Festivals the Highland Gathering and International Tartan Day. Many of Maclean’s street signs are written in Gaelic as well as English. Take a stroll and explore the historic architecture on the heritage walking trail or track down your clan on the 200 decorated tartan power poles. A visit to the bicentennial museum shows the development of Maclean with the adjacent Stone Cottage depicting home life in the 1880’s. There is a scottish cairn located in Taloumbi Street. The decision to create a Scottish Cairn in Maclean grew from a Bicentennial gift of a Cairn from Scotland to Australia (1988). Despite intense lobbying from many towns with Scottish links, the Cairn was given permanent home in Mosman Park, Sydney. The Maclean “Scottish Town in Australia” Committee decided to construct its own Cairn under the supervision of Scottish stonemason George Kerridge of Canberra. The Cairn was positioned in Stanford Park. Stones were obtained from parts of Scotland, from Scottish families throughout Australia and locally. The Maclean Scottish Cairn is a fitting memorial to the contribution Scottish settlers made to the Clarence and to Australia. Maclean has a bustling retail sector with many boutique shops housed in some beautifully restored historic buildings. Source: Clarence Valley Council

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MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK MONDAY JUNE 28, 2021 Yamba, NSW – June / JulyCOMMENCING 2021 MON 28 JUN LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:25 am 0.34 m

11:00 am 1.21 m

4:29 pm 0.47 m

11:29 pm 1.76 m

TUE 29 JUN LOW HIGH LOW

6:15 am 0.40 m

11:55 am 1.19 m

5:19 pm 0.56 m

WED 30 JUN HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:15 am 1.64 m

7:01 am 0.45 m

12:53 pm 1.19 m

6:15 pm 0.64 m

THU 1 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:00 am 1.52 m

7:45 am 0.49 m

1:53 pm 1.20 m

7:17 pm 0.71 m

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FRI 2 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:46 am 1.40 m

8:29 am 0.52 m

2:55 pm 1.25 m

8:29 pm 0.76 m

SAT 3 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:37 am 1.31 m

9:11 am 0.52 m

3:54 pm 1.31 m

9:45 pm 0.76 m

SUN 4 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:33 am 1.24 m

9:55 am 0.52 m

4:47 pm 1.39 m

10:58 pm 0.73 m

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The Broadwater

What is it?

What’s there?

What lures are best?

Known locally as the “Broad” it is a vast shallow lake connected to the Clarence river above Maclean, it (along with Lake Wooloweyah) is one of the most important aquatic nurseries on the Clarence.

There are no amenities in the Broadwater, Maclean is your nearest port of call.

Small lightly weighted soft plastics for the Bream in the shallows, larger ones for the Mullaway that patrol the drop offs where the Clarence and the Broad merge. This also a perfect place to fish Vibration Blades.

Where is it? The Broadwater is a couple of kms upstream from Maclean. You can launch your boat at Maclean or drive to the ramp on the Lawrence Rd that is just opposite the Broadwater (all wheel drive access), there are no real land based opportunities to fish in the Broadwater.

What fish should I target? The main species you will encounter in and around the Broadwater are Bream, Flathead, Mullaway and Luderick. Occasional summer visitors include Trevally, Giant Herring, Tarpon and the odd Mangrove Jack.

Best time to fish?

What bait should I use? By far the number one bait for people targeting flathead up at the Broadwater would have to be white bait, other baits such as local Clarence River prawns, squid, mullet gut and live herring all have their place here as well.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology

Best time is autumn and winter. About 10 days after the full moon there will be a run out tide around day break, the prawns that have “gone to mud” will lift on these smaller tides and the fish will be waiting.

What dream fish might I catch? Large Mullaway are often taken in the area just outside the Broadwater.

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – July 2021 COMMENCING MONDAY JULY 5, 2021 MON 5 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:29 am 1.19 m

10:38 am 0.50 m

5:34 pm 1.47 m

TUE 6 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH

5:21 am 1.17 m

11:20 am 0.48 m

6:15 pm 1.54 m

11:58 pm 0.66 m

WED 7 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:45 am 0.60 m

6:08 am 1.17 m

12:01 pm 0.46 m

6:55 pm 1.61 m

THU 8 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:28 am 0.53 m

6:51 am 1.17 m

12:40 pm 0.44 m

7:33 pm 1.66 m

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FRI 9 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:06 am 0.48 m

7:32 am 1.18 m

1:18 pm 0.42 m

8:12 pm 1.70 m

SAT 10 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:44 am 0.45 m

8:13 am 1.19 m

1:56 pm 0.41 m

8:49 pm 1.72 m

SUN 11 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:21 am 0.43 m

8:53 am 1.20 m

2:34 pm 0.41 m

9:28 pm 1.73 m

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The Barges

Hot Tip A good drift can be had along the bank. The depth drops to 8m close to where the Submarine Pipeline sign is located on the bank.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Old cane barges have been skuttled on the most north easterly bank of Harwood Island creating a haven for bait fish.

The best bait to use is squid strips. Prawns are ok although bait fish will keep you occupied re-baiting hooks.

What lures are best?

Where Where is is it? it?

Drift along the bank with soft plastics or flick small hard bodied lures into the structure created by the barges.

Along the bank of Harwood Island between the eastern mouth of Serpentine Channel and the main part of the river.

For the Kids

What’s there?

Great fun for kids as the small bait fish will keep them occupied. You will need patience having to re-bait their hooks all the time.

As you will need to access the spot by boat, there are no facilities. The area ranges from 2m in depth to 8m.

Best time to fish? Winter is great for Bream and summer is better for Flathead although you will catch both all year round. Fish on the slack water as the tide can run quite fast through here.

What fish should I target?

What dream fish might I catch?

The main fish would be Bream and Flathead, although you may be lucky enough to pick up a School Jew.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

Good sized Bream are a definite possibility along with large Flathead.

4 Uki Steet, Yamba

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – July 2021 COMMENCING MONDAY JULY 12, 2021 MON 12 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:00 am 0.41 m

9:34 am 1.20 m

3:15 pm 0.42 m

10:05 pm 1.72 m

TUE 13 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:39 am 0.41 m

10:18 am 1.21 m

3:57 pm 0.44 m

10:44 pm 1.70 m

WED 14 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:21 am 0.41 m

11:06 am 1.22 m

4:43 pm 0.48 m

THU 15 JUL LOW HIGH LOW

6:04 am 0.41 m

11:58 am 1.24 m

5:35 pm 0.54 m

11:23 pm 1.65 m

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FRI 16 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:06 am 1.58 m

6:49 am 0.41 m

12:56 pm 1.27 m

6:35 pm 0.59 m

SAT 17 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:55 am 1.50 m

7:35 am 0.41 m

2:00 pm 1.32 m

7:46 pm 0.63 m

SUN 18 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:51 am 1.40 m

8:25 am 0.41 m

3:07 pm 1.41 m

9:07 pm 0.63 m

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seaside village charm Discover nature's paradise Situated on the northern side of the mouth of the Clarence River, Iluka is as far removed from “sister” town Yamba as you could possibly get. Less than one third the size of Yamba, Iluka is favoured by visitors and locals alike for its laid back, casual lifestyle, fewer people and less traffic. Access to Iluka is from the Pacific Highway 10km north of the Harwood Bridge. A couple of kilometres from the highway is Woombah and a drive around the streets of this pretty riverside village is worthwhile. Goodwood Island is also accessed from Woombah at the coffee plantation. There are some fabulous picnic spots along the banks of the Clarence River or you can throw a line in. Goodwood Wharf (Port of Yamba) is the home of ocean going freighters serving the needs of residents of Lord Howe Island and the South Pacific.

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK Yamba, NSW – July 2021 COMMENCING MONDAY JULY 19, 2021 MON 19 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:58 am 1.32 m

9:19 am 0.40 m

4:14 pm 1.51 m

10:30 pm 0.58 m

TUE 20 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:09 am 1.26 m

10:16 am 0.39 m

5:15 pm 1.63 m

WED 21 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH

5:16 am 1.23 m

11:14 am 0.36 m

6:14 pm 1.74 m

11:45 pm 0.49 m

THU 22 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:48 am 0.39 m

6:17 am 1.23 m

12:10 pm 0.32 m

7:07 pm 1.82 m

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FRI 23 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:45 am 0.30 m

7:14 am 1.24 m

1:02 pm 0.29 m

7:59 pm 1.88 m

SAT 24 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:35 am 0.25 m

8:07 am 1.25 m

1:52 pm 0.28 m

8:47 pm 1.89 m

SUN 25 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:23 am 0.24 m

8:57 am 1.26 m

2:40 pm 0.29 m

9:33 pm 1.85 m

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Goodwood Island Wharf

Safety First: If boating, make sure you keep a close eye out for crab traps. Particularly between September and April.

For the Kids The tidal flow here is very strong and the rocks can be slippery.The sandy beach tucked back in next to the wall would be much better for the kids.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

This is the Port of Yamba loading wharf. The wharf itself is off limits to the public but the two rock walls outside the chain wire fence can be fished.

Pippies, nippers and beach worms. Best baits to target Jewfish and Flathead are Beach Worms and live Herring which can be caught on a bait jig at the wharf. Black or green weed for Blackfish.

Driving from Iluka 11 km turn left at the Woombah coffee shop into Wharf St and follow the road to the wharf.

What lures are best?

Where is it?

For Jew fish and Flathead try mid size paddle tail soft plastics and for bream try smaller wriggler or prawn imitations.

What’s there? Small sandy beach and boat ramp.

Best time to fish?

What fish should I target?

Pretty much all year round at this spot. Target Blackfish from February to June and Flathead, Bream and Whiting in the Summer months.

There are some big fish lurking about under this wharf but fishing close to oyster encrusted pylons mean most of them get to stay there. The ones you can get out will include Bream, Flathead, Blackfish, Whiting and school Jew.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

What dream fish might I catch? You just can't go past a Mangrove Jack.

4 Uki Steet, Yamba

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY JULY 26, 2021 Yamba, NSW – July / August 2021 MON 26 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:08 am 0.26 m

9:45 am 1.26 m

3:26 pm 0.33 m

10:16 pm 1.78 m

TUE 27 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:50 am 0.30 m

10:31 am 1.26 m

4:10 pm 0.40 m

10:56 pm 1.67 m

WED 28 JUL LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:29 am 0.35 m

11:17 am 1.25 m

4:54 pm 0.48 m

THU 29 JUL LOW HIGH LOW

6:05 am 0.41 m

12:04 pm 1.24 m

5:42 pm 0.58 m

11:32 pm 1.55 m

FRI 30 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:08 am 1.42 m

6:41 am 0.46 m

12:54 pm 1.24 m

6:36 pm 0.66 m

SAT 31 JUL HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:46 am 1.30 m

7:18 am 0.49 m

1:51 pm 1.26 m

7:43 pm 0.73 m

SUN 1 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:34 am 1.19 m

8:01 am 0.52 m

2:54 pm 1.29 m

9:03 pm 0.75 m

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Shark Bay

For the Kids Shark Bay has strong rips and currents so is not a good place to swim. It does have plenty of room for the kids to play and build sand castles. Teach the kids the Pippi twist or how to catch Beach Worms and they will have a fun day.

What is it?

What fish should I target?

10 km stretch of beach running from Woody Head to Black Rock. The beach has plenty of fishable gutters and is protected from southerly winds. The beach entrance can get very soft after long periods without rain so it may pay to check before driving in.

In summer target Whiting, Bream, Tarwhine and Flathead. In early Autumn School and Black tip sharks move into the southern end of the bay. In Winter fish for Tailor, Bream and Jewfish.

What bait should I use? Pippies and Beach Worms can be gathered on the beach (check regulations and bag limits). Best baits for Jew are Beach Worms Mullet strips and live baits. Tailor fillets for Sharks.

Where is it?

It is 6km north of Iluka on Iluka Road.

What’s there?

What lures are best?

The car park before the 4wd access has toilets and a picnic area with gas bbq. There are no facilities at the 4wd access.

Best time to fish?

For Tailor 40/65 gram chrome raiders and for Flathead try 40/1000mm soft plastics. Almost anytime is a good time.

Safety First: - Rip currents will usually occur in deeper water, so it's usually a darker colour compared to the white breaking waves over a sandbank, giving a rip the appearance of a saver spot to swim. Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology

What dream fish might I catch? Large Jewfish are always a possibility.

4 Uki Steet, Yamba

MERCURY

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http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY AUGUST 2, 2021 Yamba, NSW – August 2021 MON 2 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:37 am 1.10 m

8:53 am 0.54 m

3:58 pm 1.34 m

10:29 pm 0.72 m

TUE 3 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:49 am 1.06 m

9:48 am 0.54 m

4:56 pm 1.41 m

11:37 pm 0.64 m

WED 4 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH

4:54 am 1.06 m

10:44 am 0.51 m

5:45 pm 1.48 m

THU 5 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:29 am 0.56 m

5:47 am 1.08 m

11:33 am 0.47 m

6:30 pm 1.55 m

FRI 6 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:09 am 0.49 m

6:33 am 1.12 m

12:19 pm 0.42 m

7:12 pm 1.62 m

SAT 7 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:46 am 0.42 m

7:15 am 1.16 m

1:01 pm 0.37 m

7:51 pm 1.68 m

SUN 8 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:21 am 0.36 m

7:55 am 1.20 m

1:41 pm 0.33 m

8:29 pm 1.72 m

Woody Head (Land Based)

What is it?

What bait should I use?

A headland which has protected corners from northerly and southerly’s, good all year round.

Strip bait of Mullet or Tuna on Paternoster rigs, or in winter floating baits of Blue Pillies.

Where is it?

What lures are best?

Five kms from the township of Iluka, marked with a National Parks sign for access. You will need National Parks permits to enter.

Flathead like a soft plastic, Tailor like a chrome spinner and large hard bodied lures for Mullaway.

Best time to fish?

What’s there? Camp ground with amenities, boat ramp for beach launching, picnic area with BBQ, toilets, shade and parking.

Mick’s Tips

For the Kids

June and July for big Tailor off the rocks.

What dream fish might I catch? Large Mullaway up to 60lbs.

What fish should I target?

Safety First: - Ask for advice from locals who know the area. They will always tell you when an area is dangerous.

In the summer months, Whiting, Bream, Dart and Flathead In the winter months, Tailor, Bream, Jew (Mullaway). Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

Woody Head Caravan Park has great sheltered spots on the beach for swimming, snorkeling and in season, it’s great for whale watching.

4 Uki Steet, Yamba

Not suitable for children as it is a rocky headland with unpredictable swells that can be dangerous even for experienced anglers.

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY AUGUST 9, 2021 Yamba, NSW – August 2021 MON 9 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:56 am 0.32 m

8:35 am 1.24 m

2:22 pm 0.30 m

9:05 pm 1.74 m

TUE 10 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:32 am 0.29 m

9:16 am 1.27 m

3:03 pm 0.30 m

9:42 pm 1.73 m

WED 11 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:09 am 0.27 m

10:00 am 1.31 m

3:47 pm 0.32 m

10:18 pm 1.69 m

THU 12 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:47 am 0.27 m

10:45 am 1.34 m

4:34 pm 0.37 m

10:57 pm 1.61 m

FRI 13 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:27 am 0.30 m

11:34 am 1.36 m

5:26 pm 0.44 m

11:39 pm 1.50 m

SAT 14 AUG LOW HIGH LOW

6:08 am 0.33 m

12:29 pm 1.38 m

6:27 pm 0.51 m

SUN 15 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:28 am 1.37 m

6:52 am 0.38 m

1:30 pm 1.40 m

7:40 pm 0.57 m

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Iluka Bluff

Ted’s Tips Iluka Bluff is not a spot for kids. Safety First: Inform others of your plans. Always let friends or family know where you are going and when you’II be back.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Iluka Bluff is the closest rock ledge to the township of Iluka. The north and south corners offer some protection depending on wind direction. This ledge is low to the water and not the place to be in a big swell.

Pippies, Pilchard fillets and Beach Worms, Try whole Pilchards on ganged hooks for Tailor. Best baits for Jewfish are beach worms Mullet strips and live baits.

What lures are best?

Where is it?

For Tailor 40/65gm chrome raiders. Jewfish will take big soft plastics, Zerak Flat Shads are good as they don’t pick up much weed. The main lures used on the bluff are big hard bodies like Bills Bugs.

2km from Iluka on Iluka Rd. National Park permits apply.

What’s there? Car park, toilets and a picnic area and lookout.

Best time to fish? Anytime time of the year is good with dusk and dawn the best times of the day.

What fish should I target? In summer months target Whiting, Bream, Tarwhine, Flathead and Jewfish. In the winter Tailor, Bream and Jewfish are definite possibilities. Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology

What dream fish might I catch? Big Jewfish

4 Uki Steet, Yamba

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY AUGUST 16, 2021 Yamba, NSW – August 2021 MON 16 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:28 am 1.24 m

7:44 am 0.42 m

2:42 pm 1.44 m

9:07 pm 0.58 m

TUE 17 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:45 am 1.14 m

8:46 am 0.45 m

3:57 pm 1.51 m

10:35 pm 0.53 m

WED 18 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:06 am 1.10 m

9:56 am 0.44 m

5:05 pm 1.59 m

THU 19 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH

5:17 am 1.12 m

11:03 am 0.40 m

6:05 pm 1.68 m

11:47 pm 0.43 m

FRI 20 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:45 am 0.33 m

6:17 am 1.16 m

12:03 pm 0.34 m

6:59 pm 1.75 m

SAT 21 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:34 am 0.26 m

7:09 am 1.22 m

12:56 pm 0.28 m

7:46 pm 1.78 m

SUN 22 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:17 am 0.21 m

7:56 am 1.26 m

1:44 pm 0.25 m

8:30 pm 1.78 m

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Iluka North Wall

Ted's Tips This is a popular spot so get here early.

For the Kids

The wall is made up of large rocks with big gaps and the tides run very fast, so not a good place for children. Safety First: Wear light clothing as it will let you swim easily If you are washed in. Jumpers may be heavy and difficult to take off.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Break Wall at the mouth of the Clarence River.

Pippies, Pilchard fillets and Beach Worms. Use whole pilchards on ganged hooks for Tailor. Best baits for Jew are Beach Worms, Mullet strips and live baits. Live baits for Tuna and Mackerel and black or green weed for Blackfish.

Where is it? Two minutes from town. Follow the road past the fish co-op. It’s well sign posted.

What lures are best? For Tailor 40/65gm chrome raiders. Jew will take soft plastics - 100mm white paddle tails would be a good start. For Tuna and Mackerel 65/85gm raiders, X raps and Poppers.

What’s there? Car park - toilets are available in the lookout carpark.

Best time to fish? Anytime time of the year is good, with dusk and dawn the best times of the day.

What fish should I target? In summer target Whiting, Bream, Tarwhine, Flathead, Jewfish, Bonito, Tuna and Mackerel. In winter try for Tailor, Bream, Blackfish and Jewfish.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

What dream fish might I catch? Large Jewfish.

4 Uki Steet, Yamba

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY AUGUST 23, 2021 Yamba, NSW – August 2021 MON 23 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:57 am 0.20 m

8:40 am 1.30 m

2:28 pm 0.25 m

9:09 pm 1.73 m

TUE 24 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:33 am 0.22 m

9:21 am 1.32 m

3:09 pm 0.28 m

9:45 pm 1.65 m

WED 25 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:06 am 0.26 m

10:00 am 1.33 m

3:49 pm 0.34 m

10:17 pm 1.55 m

THU 26 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:37 am 0.31 m

10:39 am 1.33 m

4:30 pm 0.42 m

10:48 pm 1.43 m

FRI 27 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:06 am 0.36 m

11:19 am 1.32 m

5:13 pm 0.51 m

11:19 pm 1.31 m

SAT 28 AUG LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

5:36 am 0.42 m

12:01 pm 1.31 m

6:01 pm 0.60 m

SUN 29 AUG LOW HIGH LOW

6:11 am 0.47 m

12:51 pm 1.29 m

7:03 pm 0.67 m

11:55 pm 1.19 m

Old Ferry Approach

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Sheltered rock wall with easy access, just get out of the car and throw a line in.

Pippies, Nippers and Beach Worms. Best baits for Jewfish and Flathead are beach worms and live Herring. Black or green weed for Blackfish.

Where is it?

Mick’s Tips

What lures are best?

Driving to Iluka turn right at golf course into Johnsons Lane at the end of the road turn right onto the gravel road.

Jew and flathead will take soft plastics.

Best time to fish?

What’s there?

For the Kids

This is a very pretty spot with a picnic area, boat ramp and easy parking.

Pretty much all year round. Target Blackfish from Feb to June and Whiting in Summer.

What fish should I target?

What dream fish might I catch?

In summer target Whiting, Bream, Flathead and Blackfish and in winter target Bream, Blackfish and school Jewfish.

A really good size Flathead. Safety First: Don't forget to slip, slop, slap.

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/

4 Uki Steet, Yamba

Great spot for the kids. There is plenty of shade and enough fish to keep them busy. Don't forget to take the mozzie spray.

MERCURY

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING Yamba, NSW – August / September 2021 MONDAY AUGUST 30, 2021 MON 30 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:43 am 1.08 m

6:54 am 0.53 m

1:51 pm 1.28 m

8:24 pm 0.70 m

TUE 31 AUG HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:51 am 0.99 m

7:50 am 0.57 m

3:02 pm 1.30 m

9:58 pm 0.67 m

WED 1 SEP HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:18 am 0.96 m

9:00 am 0.58 m

4:13 pm 1.34 m

THU 2 SEP HIGH LOW HIGH

4:33 am 0.98 m

10:11 am 0.55 m

5:12 pm 1.41 m

11:12 pm 0.60 m

FRI 3 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:02 am 0.51 m

5:30 am 1.04 m

11:10 am 0.49 m

6:01 pm 1.50 m

SAT 4 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:42 am 0.43 m

6:15 am 1.11 m

12:00 pm 0.41 m

6:45 pm 1.58 m

SUN 5 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:16 am 0.34 m

6:57 am 1.18 m

12:44 pm 0.33 m

7:24 pm 1.65 m

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WOOLI

get back to nature Explore one of our stunning National Parks Wooli and Minnie Water are surrounded by Yuraygir National Park. Along the coastal trails you will encounter heathland plains, crystal creeks and lagoons and an abundance of wildflowers and birdlife.

Image: NPWS

The secluded beaches in the heart of the Solitary Islands Marine Park are perfect for family beach holidays, snorkelling and scuba diving. Wooli, located 15km from Minnie Water, is the larger of the two villages. It has a bowling club, hotel-motel, service stations, general store, restaurants, charter boat hire and caravan park and holiday units and is surrounded by water, wildlife and natural wonders. The Wooli River flows through forest and national park ensuring that it is one of the purest waterways in Australia, and is one of the best nurseries for the Sydney Rock Oyster. The river can be negotiated upstream by canoe for at least 20km and the lower estuary is idea for tinnies or larger boats. At Minnie Water there are excellent walking tracks and camping, secluded beaches and abundant wildlife.

Image: Fran Dowsett

In the centre of the village is a general store and post office. Minnie Lagoon is a popular spot for swimming and picnics and has safe boat launching facilities. Whilst holidaying in the valley, take the time to visit some of our smaller coastal villages. Images: Clarence Valley Council Source: Clarence Valley Council

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 Yamba, NSW – September 2021 MON 6 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:50 am 0.27 m

7:36 am 1.26 m

1:26 pm 0.26 m

8:00 pm 1.69 m

TUE 7 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:24 am 0.21 m

8:15 am 1.33 m

2:08 pm 0.21 m

8:37 pm 1.71 m

WED 8 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:59 am 0.17 m

8:57 am 1.40 m

2:51 pm 0.20 m

9:14 pm 1.68 m

THU 9 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:35 am 0.16 m

9:39 am 1.45 m

3:37 pm 0.22 m

9:52 pm 1.61 m

FRI 10 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:12 am 0.18 m

10:24 am 1.49 m

4:27 pm 0.27 m

10:33 pm 1.50 m

SAT 11 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:49 am 0.23 m

11:12 am 1.50 m

5:21 pm 0.36 m

SUN 12 SEP LOW HIGH LOW

5:29 am 0.31 m

12:05 pm 1.49 m

6:26 pm 0.44 m

11:18 pm 1.36 m

Wooli-Minnie Water

For the Kids Not the best off the ocean side of the breakwall. Both the Minnie Water and Wooli beaches have patrolled areas in the Summer. The river in town is a perfect spot to picnic and supervise kids. The rock platforms at Rocky Point are great for examining the marine life in the tidal pools and rock crevices.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Wooli and Minnie Water are small seaside villages surrounded by national parks. Wooli is located on a narrow peninsula with the pristine Wooli Wooli River on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other.

Prawns, mullet, Pilchard (weed for the Blackfish)

What lures are best?

Surface and deep diving lures and Soft plastics. Metal slugs off the ocean side of the Wooli breakwall for Tailor, big Salmon and pelagics in the warmer months.

Where is it?

Turn east of the Pacific Hwy at Tynedale or Six Mile Lane 16 km south of Grafton.

Best time to fish?

What’s there?

All year round fishing. Launch a tinnie from the beach at Minnie water, or from the ramps along the river at Wooli. Summer months will see bigger fish from the wall. Off shore will see big snapper, kingfish, tuna, and cobia to name a few.

Camping, holiday accommodation, Wooli Bowling Club. Wooli Wooli River has boat ramps.

What fish should I target?

Bream and Flathead. Wooli is popular for Black Fish on the river side of the Breakwall. Fish the beaches for Bream and Whiting and other ocean fish off the breakwalls.

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What dream fish might I catch? Large Snapper, Kingfish and Tuna offshore, decent sized flathead in the river.

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Yamba, NSW – September 2021 YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 MON 13 SEP HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:11 am 1.21 m

6:14 am 0.39 m

1:09 pm 1.47 m

7:45 pm 0.51 m

TUE 14 SEP HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:20 am 1.08 m

7:12 am 0.47 m

2:25 pm 1.46 m

9:16 pm 0.51 m

WED 15 SEP

THU 16 SEP

2:52 am

4:17 am

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1.01 m

8:28 am 0.51 m

3:45 pm 1.49 m

10:39 pm 0.45 m

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1.03 m

9:50 am 0.49 m

4:55 pm 1.55 m

11:42 pm 0.36 m

FRI 17 SEP HIGH LOW HIGH

5:22 am 1.10 m

11:01 am 0.43 m

5:54 pm 1.61 m

SAT 18 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:30 am 0.28 m

6:15 am 1.18 m

12:00 pm 0.35 m

6:44 pm 1.64 m

SUN 19 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:12 am 0.23 m

7:00 am 1.26 m

12:49 pm 0.28 m

7:26 pm 1.65 m

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GRAFTON

the heart of the Clarence This historic town is nestled on the banks of the Clarence One of Australia’s most beautiful provincial cities, Grafton is renowned for its Jacaranda trees, graceful old buildings, sporting and cultural facilities and its location on the banks of the mighty Clarence River. As the commercial hub of the Clarence Valley, Grafton has excellent accommodation, great shopping, award winning restaurants and a vibrant artistic community. One of Australia’s most majestic waterways, the Clarence River is a dominant feature in Grafton’s landscape and lifestyle. Visitors travel from all over the world to compete in dragon boat, sail, and power boat racing, the Head of the River rowing regatta in December and the famous Bridge to Bridge Ski Race, in October. Enjoy a bird’s eye view as you cross the famous ‘Bendy Bridge’, an engineering marvel built in 1932. Spring’s Jacaranda Festival celebrates the city’s annual blossoming and the July Racing Carnival attracts the cream of Australia’s racing fraternity. The feature race of the carnival, the famous Grafton Cup, is the richest horse race in rural Australia. At any time of the year, the museums, heritage trails, restaurants and galleries make Grafton an ideal holiday destination. Images: Lynne Mowbray Source: Clarence Valley Council

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Yamba, NSW – September 2021 YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 MON 20 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:48 am 0.20 m

7:41 am 1.32 m

1:33 pm 0.25 m

8:04 pm 1.63 m

TUE 21 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:22 am 0.19 m

8:19 am 1.37 m

2:15 pm 0.25 m

8:38 pm 1.57 m

WED 22 SEP

THU 23 SEP

2:52 am

3:19 am

LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

0.21 m

8:55 am 1.41 m

2:53 pm 0.27 m

9:09 pm 1.49 m

LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

0.24 m

9:30 am 1.43 m

3:31 pm 0.32 m

9:39 pm 1.40 m

FRI 24 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:45 am 0.28 m

10:05 am 1.43 m

4:10 pm 0.39 m

10:09 pm 1.30 m

SAT 25 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:13 am 0.34 m

10:41 am 1.42 m

4:50 pm 0.46 m

10:42 pm 1.19 m

SUN 26 SEP LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:41 am 0.40 m

11:19 am 1.39 m

5:35 pm 0.53 m

11:19 pm 1.09 m

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Grafton Bridge

Mark’s Tips This is a great spot for picnics, so take a blanket and relax and enjoy the day while you fish.

For the Kids Great for kids to learn the ropes fishing from the shoreline, but remember to keep an eye on children around the water.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Clarence River. Best fished by boat in drier months when salinity is higher, as the fish tend to venture further up the river. Run out tide is best for bigger Flathead. Land based is best by the Marina off Skinner Street, Sth Grafton and near the Sth Services Club.

Fresh and live prawns.

Where is it?

When the water is clear and salinity levels are high usually May through to December.

What lures are best? Deep diving lures for Bass, and soft plastics for Flathead.

Best time to fish?

It is the bridge that joins South Grafton and Grafton.

What’s there?

What dream fish might I catch?

Both locations have boat Ramps have toilet facilities and Hooks Bait and Tackle is at the Marina.

Big Bass and a nice Jewfish. There are some deep holes in the area and around Elizabeth Island. Grab some local advice.

What fish should I target? Flathead, Bream and even Jewfish. Good Bass fishing up and downstream from here (in season of course).

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Yamba, NSW – September / October 2021

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YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Please note: Daylight savings starts on Sunday, 3 October, when clocks will go forward one hour. The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 27 SEP LOW HIGH LOW

5:14 am 0.47 m

12:04 pm 1.35 m

6:31 pm 0.59 m

TUE 28 SEP HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:07 am 1.00 m

5:55 am 0.54 m

1:00 pm 1.31 m

7:47 pm 0.63 m

WED 29 SEP HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:16 am 0.93 m

6:53 am 0.60 m

2:08 pm 1.29 m

9:18 pm 0.62 m

THU 30 SEP HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:50 am 0.91 m

8:13 am 0.62 m

3:24 pm 1.31 m

10:32 pm 0.55 m

FRI 1 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:11 am 0.96 m

9:35 am 0.59 m

4:30 pm 1.37 m

11:23 pm 0.47 m

SAT 2 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH

5:08 am 1.04 m

10:42 am 0.51 m

5:24 pm 1.45 m

SUN 3 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:03 am 0.37 m

6:53 am 1.14 m

12:35 pm 0.41 m

7:09 pm 1.53 m

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The Gorge

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Mark’s Tips Be prepared and check out the Gorge Website: www.theclarencegorge.com This is one of the NSW North Coast’s hidden gems. Book early so you don’t miss out on getting a campsite.

For the Kids Get back to nature. This spot is paradise for kids.

What is it?

What bait should I use?

Higher reaches of the Clarence River with waterfalls, rapids, deep pools and sections of calm water. The river is surrounded by private properties, but most can accommodate campers.

Worms for Catfish, the Bass tend to swallow the hook when using bait.

What lures are best? Fresh water lures, surface and deep divers, chatterbaits and needlespins.

Where is it? 100 km Northwest of Grafton via Copmanhurst turn left at the Lilydale turn off.

Best time to fish? September through to May. Closed season for Bass is from June 1 for three months.

What’s there? Camping or limited ccommodation. Contact Neil and Sue Winters 6647 2173 to let them know you are coming. Canoes are available for hire.

What dream fish might I catch? Good size Bass can be caught.

What fish should I target?

Note: - Eastern Cod are an endangered species and if caught must be released immediately.

Good Bass can be found here (catch and release only). Eeltail Catfish are also common. These can be kept.

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Yamba, NSW – October 2021

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY OCTOBER 4, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 4 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:39 am 0.28 m

7:34 am 1.25 m

1:22 pm 0.32 m

7:49 pm 1.59 m

TUE 5 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:13 am 0.19 m

8:14 am 1.36 m

2:07 pm 0.23 m

8:28 pm 1.62 m

WED 6 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:47 am 0.13 m

8:54 am 1.46 m

2:53 pm 0.17 m

9:06 pm 1.62 m

THU 7 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:22 am 0.10 m

9:34 am 1.55 m

3:40 pm 0.15 m

9:46 pm 1.57 m

FRI 8 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:59 am 0.11 m

10:18 am 1.62 m

4:29 pm 0.16 m

10:29 pm 1.48 m

SAT 9 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:35 am 0.15 m

11:04 am 1.65 m

5:22 pm 0.21 m

SUN 10 OCT LOW HIGH LOW

5:14 am 0.23 m

11:54 am 1.64 m

6:21 pm 0.29 m

11:15 pm 1.35 m

Sportsman’s Creek - Lawrence

What is it?

What fish should I target?

Clarence River, boat and landbased. Accessed via the Summerland Way from Grafton and Woodford Dale Road and the Lawrence ferry from Maclean.

Flathead, Bream and maybe Jewfish. Good Bass fishing in Sportsman’s Creek (in season of course).

Where is it?

Fresh and live prawns.

What bait should I use? What lures are best?

Sportsman’s Creek is located at the southern end of Lawrence.

For the Kids

Deep diving lures for Bass, and soft plastics for Flathead.

What’s there?

Best time to fish?

Lawrence has picnic areas and a jetty on the Clarence River banks. There is also a general store, pub and the historic Sportsman’s Bridge.

From late spring for Flathead.

What dream fish might I catch? Big Bass, Bream and Jewfish.

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Yamba, NSW – October 2021

Great for kids to learn the ropes fishing from the shoreline. Check the birdlife in the wetland near the post office. Picnic areas provide plenty of shade.

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY OCTOBER 11, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 11 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:05 am 1.21 m

5:56 am 0.33 m

12:49 pm 1.59 m

7:30 pm 0.37 m

TUE 12 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:05 am 1.08 m

6:45 am 0.43 m

1:54 pm 1.53 m

8:51 pm 0.42 m

WED 13 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:27 am 0.99 m

7:52 am 0.52 m

3:10 pm 1.49 m

10:14 pm 0.42 m

THU 14 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:02 am 0.98 m

9:19 am 0.55 m

4:28 pm 1.47 m

11:23 pm 0.38 m

FRI 15 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH

5:18 am 1.05 m

10:44 am 0.53 m

5:35 pm 1.49 m

SAT 16 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

12:18 am 0.33 m

6:16 am 1.14 m

11:54 am 0.46 m

6:31 pm 1.51 m

SUN 17 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

1:02 am 0.28 m

7:03 am 1.24 m

12:50 pm 0.39 m

7:18 pm 1.51 m

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Yamba, NSW – October 2021

YAMBA TIDES - WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY OCTOBER 18 - NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 18 OCT LOW HIGH

1:40 am 0.24 m

7:45 am 1.33 m

TUE 19 OCT LOW HIGH

2:12 am 0.22 m

8:21 am 1.40 m

WED 20 OCT LOW HIGH

2:41 am 0.21 m

8:56 am 1.46 m

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology 1:37 pm

2:20 pm

http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/ LOW LOW LOW

3:00 pm

7:58 pm – October8:32 pm Yamba, NSW 2021 HIGH HIGH

9:04 pm

0.33 m

0.30 m

HIGH

0.29 m

1.49 m 1.45 m 1.40 m Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 25 OCT

TUE 26 OCT

WED 27 OCT

THU 21 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:08 am 0.22 m

9:29 am 1.50 m

3:38 pm 0.30 m

9:35 pm 1.33 m

THU 28 OCT

LOW HIGH

4:59 am 0.40 m

11:47 am 1.47 m

LOW HIGH

5:32 am 0.47 m

12:30 pm 1.42 m

HIGH LOW

12:43 am 0.97 m

6:13 am 0.54 m

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology 6:15 pm 7:07 pm http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/ LOW LOW HIGH

1:21 pm

11:55 pm – November 2021 Yamba, NSW HIGH

8:14 pm

0.47 m

0.52 m

LOW

1.37 m

1.04 m 0.56 m Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 1 NOV

TUE 2 NOV

WED 3 NOV

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:47 am 0.92 m

7:08 am 0.61 m

2:22 pm 1.33 m

9:31 pm 0.56 m

THU 4 NOV

LOW HIGH

12:16 am 0.34 m

6:23 am 1.20 m

LOW HIGH

12:55 am 0.25 m

7:06 am 1.34 m

LOW HIGH

1:31 am 0.17 m

7:47 am 1.47 m

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology 12:04 pm 12:59 pm http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/ LOW LOW LOW

1:49 pm

6:25 pm – November 7:10 pm Yamba, NSW 2021 HIGH HIGH

7:53 pm

0.45 m

0.35 m

HIGH

0.26 m

1.46 m 1.50 m 1.51 m Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 8 NOV

TUE 9 NOV

WED 10 NOV

LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:08 am 0.12 m

8:30 am 1.60 m

2:39 pm 0.18 m

8:37 pm 1.49 m

THU 11 NOV

LOW HIGH

4:46 am 0.25 m

11:41 am 1.75 m

LOW HIGH

5:33 am 0.35 m

12:37 pm 1.68 m

HIGH LOW

1:03 am 1.04 m

6:30 am 0.45 m

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology 6:22 pm

7:30 pm

http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/ LOW LOW HIGH

1:41 pm

11:58 pm – November 2021 Yamba, NSW HIGH

8:41 pm

0.24 m

0.31 m

LOW

1.59 m

1.12 m 0.35 m Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 15 NOV

TUE 16 NOV

WED 17 NOV

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

2:26 am 1.00 m

7:40 am 0.53 m

2:48 pm 1.51 m

9:49 pm 0.37 m

THU 18 NOV

LOW HIGH

12:23 am 0.32 m

6:41 am 1.29 m

LOW HIGH

12:59 am 0.29 m

7:21 am 1.38 m

LOW HIGH

1:30 am 0.27 m

7:58 am 1.46 m

Tide Predictions - Bureau of Meteorology 12:32 pm

1:22 pm

http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/tides/ LOW LOW LOW

2:06 pm

6:42 pm – November 7:22 2021 pm Yamba, NSW HIGH HIGH

7:58 pm

0.48 m

0.43 m

HIGH

0.39 m

1.35 m 1.32 m 1.28 m Please note: The predictions are in daylight saving time when it is observed.

MON 22 NOV

TUE 23 NOV

WED 24 NOV

LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:00 am 0.27 m

8:31 am 1.52 m

2:46 pm 0.37 m

8:32 pm 1.24 m

THU 25 NOV

LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:57 am 0.36 m

10:47 am 1.57 m

5:18 pm 0.39 m

10:55 pm 1.08 m

LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:30 am 0.41 m

11:26 am 1.54 m

6:00 pm 0.43 m

11:35 pm 1.04 m

LOW HIGH LOW

5:06 am 0.47 m

12:07 pm 1.49 m

6:47 pm 0.47 m

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

12:22 am 1.00 m

5:48 am 0.52 m

12:52 pm 1.45 m

7:42 pm 0.49 m

FRI 22 OCT LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:34 am 0.25 m

10:01 am 1.52 m

4:15 pm 0.33 m

10:06 pm 1.26 m

FRI 29 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:15 am 0.92 m

8:25 am 0.64 m

3:31 pm 1.32 m

10:40 pm 0.51 m

FRI 5 NOV LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:45 am 0.10 m

9:14 am 1.70 m

3:30 pm 0.14 m

9:22 pm 1.43 m

LOW HIGH

0.29 m

10:35 am 1.52 m

4:53 pm 0.37 m

10:39 pm 1.19 m

SAT 30 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

4:36 am 0.98 m

9:51 am 0.62 m

4:39 pm 1.35 m

HIGH LOW HIGH

3:24 am 0.11 m

10:00 am 1.76 m

4:23 pm 0.14 m

10:11 pm 1.34 m

SAT 13 NOV 4:59 am

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1.03 m

9:03 am 0.57 m

3:58 pm 1.45 m

10:49 pm 0.37 m

FRI 19 NOV LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

2:28 am 0.27 m

9:04 am 1.56 m

3:25 pm 0.35 m

9:05 pm 1.20 m

FRI 26 NOV HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1:18 am 0.97 m

6:40 am 0.58 m

1:43 pm 1.40 m

8:42 pm 0.49 m

HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

1.10 m

10:24 am 0.57 m

5:00 pm

HIGH LOW HIGH

1.41 m

LOW HIGH LOW

HIGH

1.51 m

5:32 pm 0.41 m

11:15 pm 1.11 m

SUN 31 OCT HIGH LOW HIGH

5:35 am 1.08 m

11:04 am 0.55 m

5:36 pm 1.41 m

SUN 7 NOV LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

4:03 am 0.17 m

10:48 am 1.78 m

5:20 pm 0.18 m

11:01 pm 1.23 m

SUN 14 NOV HIGH LOW HIGH

5:54 am 1.20 m

11:34 am 0.53 m

5:56 pm 1.38 m

0.35 m

2:56 am 0.28 m

9:37 am 1.58 m

4:02 pm 0.35 m

9:40 pm 1.17 m

SAT 27 NOV HIGH

LOW

0.34 m

11:10 am

11:41 pm

SAT 20 NOV LOW

HIGH

4:29 am

0.43 m

SAT 6 NOV LOW

SUN 24 OCT LOW

11:32 pm

3:49 am

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4:00 am

FRI 12 NOV

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SAT 23 OCT LOW

2:30 am 0.98 m

7:46 am 0.62 m

2:40 pm 1.38 m

9:41 pm 0.46 m

SUN 21 NOV LOW HIGH LOW HIGH

3:26 am 0.31 m

10:12 am 1.59 m

4:39 pm 0.36 m

10:16 pm 1.12 m

SUN 28 NOV HIGH LOW HIGH LOW

3:48 am 1.03 m

9:04 am 0.62 m

3:40 pm 1.37 m

10:34 pm 0.41 m

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