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🎣 Warrnambool • Hopkins River • 2025 Shimano & Hobie Vic BREAM Classics (Final Round) We’re heading to Warrnambool on the Hopkins River to break down the 2025 Shimano & Hobie Vic BREAM Classics – CMA BREAM Classic, held Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th October 2025. It’s the final round of the Vic BREAM Classics season before the Grand Final, and compared to last year’s tough event, this one produced far better fishing, bigger bags, and more full limits. To set the scene, I run through the fish activity wheel, major bite periods, and the tide timings for both days — then we dive into the results, the key awards, and what stood out compared to the same event last year. 🏆 Event Highlights & Awards Heaviest Bag Day 2 / Best Bag: Team JL Angling (Lewis & Jessica) – 5.505 kg Big BREAM (Ecogear Big BREAM): Team Rooworks (Greg Rooke & Gary Carruthers) – 1.51 kg Big Perch (Miller Rogue Big Perch): Team Hamilton Marine – 1.255 kg Monster Movers: Team JL Angling (moved up 14 spots into 3rd) 🎙️ Angler Interviews in This Episode ✅ 3rd Place – Team JL Angling (Lewis & Jessica) A huge story: 17th overnight → 3rd overall, including a Day 2 session where they describe a one-hour stretch producing constant upgrades, capped by a 1.3 kg kicker. They also cover an electric motor issue on Day 1, their lure mix (including Cranka Crab, Bait Junkie Wave Minnow, and nail bombs), and how they approached pressure and wind. ✅ 2nd Place – Boden Zisu (Wild Wings TXD) Boden talks about finally cracking the Hopkins after past struggles, how a pre-fish two weeks prior helped form a plan, and how they built their bags using grubs, plastics, and blades (including old-school gear like the TT Ghost Blade). Plus: the last-cast upgrade that helped lock in second. ✅ 1st Place – Michael Malone (Team Midfield) Michael breaks down a super consistent two-day performance (4.17 kg + 4.155 kg = 8.325 kg) and how freshwater flow and colour played a role. He shares how they got on fish early, what changed from pre-fish to comp days, and why the Bait Junkie Minnow in “Mud Blood” became a key player. 👥 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective If you want more than just the weekly episodes, come and join The Bream Fishing Project Collective. We’ve recently moved our group chats across to Discord, and it’s been a great way to keep the community connected. Join here: breamfishingproject.supercast.com 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday — tips, tactics, and conversations with Australia’s best BREAM tournament anglers. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow/subscribe and leave a rating on your favourite podcast app — it helps more anglers find the show.

We’re off to a brand-new Hobie Fishing Series location for Round 7 at Wallaga Lake, on the NSW South Coast, held 13–14 September — and like most new venues, the hype was real. The setting? Almost perfect. Warm September weather, light winds, and what might be the best Hobie event launch I’ve ever seen: a sandy beach with a clean drop-off, a brilliant Big4 setup, and even a food truck doing coffees and bacon & egg rolls from early. The fishing though… totally different story. This round was tough — 55 donuts on Saturday — yet we still saw cracking fish come across the scales, including a phenomenal 6-fish bag over 6kg, which is massive for a NSW Hobie event. In this episode you’ll hear three different approaches that produced Top 3 results, with interviews from: Chris Byrne (3rd) — creek mission, slow snag fishing, weedless plastics and a Nomad shrimp bite Jamie Cole (2nd) — Cookie stealth blades early, then a late adjustment that delivered big upgrades Jason Marshall (1st) — no prefish, a dominant win, and the key adjustments that separated him from the field Key event notes & stats Fish Activity Wheel: 28 (Sat) → 13 (Sun) Tides: Low 5:54am (0.4m) / High 12:27pm (1.47m) Saturday; Low 6:49am / High 1:30pm (1.43m) Sunday Saturday donuts: 55 Big Bream: Jason Marshall — 1.33kg Monster Mover: Carl Dubois — 1.57kg Young Angler: Ethan Howard — 0.87kg Masters: Peter Nord — 4 fish for 2.16kg Plus, I share how my weekend played out — including finally jagging two fish late on Sunday after being part of the Saturday donut club — and what’s coming next in the Hobie season. Join The Collective Two of the Top 3 in this round are active members of The Bream Fishing Project Collective — if you want to learn faster and fish smarter with the crew, jump in here: breamfishingproject.supercast.com Support the show: buymeacoffee/andrewdeath Thanks for listening — and I’ll catch you next week on The Bream Fishing Project.

Welcome to Episode 172 of The BREAM Fishing Project, our first Monthly Fishing Report of the year, with Andrew and Brett Geddes covering a huge range of fishing, gear, community updates, and milestones from around the country. This episode blends real-world fishing sessions, lure tinkering, tournament updates, and the lighter side of the sport with plenty of Boofhead Moments — plus an important conversation around mental health and the Fly Program. In this episode we cover: January tournament updates with Action Fishing Tournaments (Raby Bay QLD, Parramatta River NSW, and Port Macquarie) A major milestone as The BREAM Fishing Project turns 3 years old Growing the YouTube channel and why listener comments and engagement matter Andrew’s recent sessions on the Cooks River, focusing on bridge fishing with forward-facing sonar Lure talk and experimentation, including Cranka Crabs, mussels, Baby Vibes, Squidgies grubs and bugs Tinkering with rigging ideas for surface and shallow applications Brett’s bass fishing update, including stocked fisheries, surface bites, and local sessions Flathead and BREAM sessions under pressure from holiday boat traffic What Cheeses Me Off and a stack of classic Bullhead Moments A wrap of sponsors and supporters who helped make the Collective challenges possible The Fly Program – More Than Fishing Andrew also shares his recent experience with The Fly Program, a men’s mental health retreat wrapped in fly fishing, connection, and time in nature. A fundraiser has been launched with a goal of $2,800 to help support two participants who may not otherwise be able to attend. 👉 Fly Program Fundraiser: https://flyprogram.org.au/campaigns/the-fly-program-more-than-fishing/?updated=1 Every contribution helps — big or small. Join The BREAM Fishing Project Collective The Collective gives you access to: Early and bonus podcast content Past and current challenge replays Member-only discussions and updates Join here: breamfishingproject.supercast.com Support the show Buy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee/andrewdeath If you enjoy the Monthly Reports, please consider subscribing, rating the show, and sharing it with a mate — it genuinely helps keep the project moving forward. Tight lines, Andrew

We’re heading to Western Australia for Western Australian Tournament Anglers (WATA) – Kayak Round 3 of 2025, held 7 September 2025 on the Moore River (Guilderton, WA). This round dished up some of the nastiest conditions you’d choose to fish in — heavy wind, driving rain, and a river mouth that’d been open for weeks, pushing current and foam through the system. Despite the grind, we still saw a standout winning bag and some really interesting insights into how the top anglers adjusted their approach to get bites when it counted. In this episode, you’ll hear from: ✅ Travis Newland (3rd) – talks through tough winter fishing on the Moore, working contours and drop-offs, and how the open mouth + dirty water changed everything. ✅ Joseph Gardner (2nd) – breaks down his competition plan, the reality of slow fishing in brutal weather, and exactly how he works a pygmy mussel in current. ✅ Matt DeBoer (1st) – a massive win with 2.52kg for three fish, including a 1.19kg big BREAM. Matt explains how he kept his lure presentation natural with wind/tide fighting each other — and how that big fish came unstuck on the day. You’ll also get the quick rundown of the Fish Activity Wheel and the key bite window for the session. Sponsor shout-out A big thanks to Getaway Outdoors for supporting the WATA kayak series — and for anglers travelling over, there are kayaks available for hire so you can jump into a WA round without dragging your whole setup across the country. Want more than the free show? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for extra content, challenges, replays, and more: 👉 https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com If you enjoy the episode, a follow/subscribe and a quick rating helps more than you’d think. 🤝

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to East Gippsland to review the 2025 Mega Bass East Gippsland Bream Classic, brought to you by Vic Bream Classics. This is one of Andrew’s favourite venues at Marlo, a system that can completely separate the field. Some teams grind for bites, while others put together standout bags, and this weekend delivered plenty of big fish stories. Andrew opens with a run-through of the bite periods and tides across both days, then breaks down the key divisional awards and major highlights from the weekend, including: Sunline Best Bag: Team Zero Technique Winners: Josh Jeffrey & Connor Jackson – 5.905kg Day 2 and 11.065kg total Big Bream: Brad & Harry Young – 1.755kg Monster Movers (ZipBaits): Team Hummingbird – a huge Day 2 climb Junior Angler Prize: Team Berkley (Scuba Hodges) Mulloway Road: Team Two Odd Legends – a 1.2kg perch From there, it’s straight into full interviews with the podium teams: 3rd Place – Team Prestige Worldwide (Steven Emerson & Damien Dwyer) A great breakdown of their weekend, including: How their prefish shaped (and didn’t shape) their comp decisions Finding quality fish in the slips and why the area stayed more consistent Fishing light leader (around 3lb) and grinding out bites through the day Their go-to plastics approach (including SPRs) and jighead weights A key upgrade fish around 1.29kg, and how it ate Their LiveScope/sonar setup and how they used it in shallow water 2nd Place – Team Samurai Rods (Dan & Declan) Dan and Declan return with plenty of banter and detail, covering: How they approached Marlo without a big lead-up prefish Working key areas with plastics, and how fish positioning changed from Day 1 to Day 2 Jighead choices and adjusting presentation for flow and boat traffic Managing crowded water and making the most of sporadic bites A few classic moments (including a very memorable fish that ended up hooked in a “creative” spot) Shoutouts to sponsors, boat setup, and the gear that helped them stay effective all weekend 1st Place – Team Zero Technique (Josh Jeffrey & Connor Jackson) The winners break down exactly how they did it, including: Their prefish approach: moving efficiently, confirming fish, and not overcomplicating it Why they leaned into plastics/creature baits over vibes Running 1/12oz jigheads even in shallow water to manage current and keep the bait in the zone Targeting edges early, then shifting to deeper schools using side scan / down scan Fishing 4–5lb leader, staying confident in their strengths, and landing nearly everything they hooked How they built a massive Day 2 bag (5.905kg) to secure the win This episode is stacked with tournament lessons: decision-making in a tough system, how to adjust with current and pressure, and what it looks like when teams execute cleanly across two days.

We’re off to South Australia for the BREAM Masters SA Onkaparinga Round, held 31 October 2025 — and it produced an absolute standout winning bag. In this episode, I’m joined by the Top 3: Ben Gibbs (3rd) breaks down a “slow roll” bite that surprised him — starting with motor oil Slim Swims, then upgrading with blades… and losing both of his best colours to snags on the way back. Josh Bland (2nd) shares a fascinating read on how rain and freshwater layering can change fish behaviour in the Onkaparinga, plus how he found consistent bites up river on motor oil 2.5” Bait Junkie minnows with a 1/20oz jighead and a slow roll approach. Paul Cook (1st + Big BREAM) talks through a day that started with gear failures (power pole + livewell issues) and long dry spells… before landing the goods on small profile hardbodies, including a critical bite on the Daiwa Rolling Crank (Blue Suji) and a 1.28kg Big BREAM, finishing with a massive 3.05kg winning total. If you want more structured learning and extra content, check out The Bream Fishing Project Collective: breamfishingproject.supercast.com

Action Fishing Tournaments – Brooklyn, Hawkesbury (20 July 2025) In this episode we head to Brooklyn on the Hawkesbury with the crew from Action Fishing Tournaments, for a memorable round held on 20 July 2025 and one that won’t be forgotten anytime soon. We break down three very different tournament journeys — each one packed with lessons, timing windows, missed opportunities, upgrades, and one of the most remarkable fish ever landed mid-competition: • Glenn Allen places 3rd with 39, 28.5 and 28.5 cm fish (96 cm total) after a hot early bite window around racks, poles and rock walls. • John Sharp secures 2nd with 30.5, 33 and an impressive 46 cm PB brim for a 109.5 cm bag — taking just three bites all day and converting every single one. • Joshua Richards takes the win with a jaw-dropping 34 / 46 / 51 — totalling 131 cm including a 51 cm yellowfin brim, hooked deep around bridge pylons and landed against all odds. A true unicorn fish. Andrew wraps up with a personal update on training for the Fly Program, discussing a week of walking, physical reset, momentum, and encouragement for anyone wanting to start moving again — even short efforts count and confidence builds quickly. 💛 Support the Show ☕ Buy Me a Coffee — support The Bream Fishing Project 👉 https://buymeacoffee.com/AndrewDeath 🎣 ARK GENESIS – 15% OFF with code: BFP Australian-designed, eco-friendly lead-free jig heads & sinkers built for precision, performance & sustainability. Listeners get 15% off using code BFP at checkout. 👉 https://arkgenesis.com.au/ 🔗 Stay Connected 🌐 breamfishingproject.com 🎧 The Collective – bonus content & live sessions: breamfishingproject.supercast.com 📸 Instagram: @thebreamfishingproject 📩 Email: [email protected]

In this December Monthly Report, Andrew is joined once again by Brett Geddes for a full wrap-up of the month in bream fishing, tournament results, big fish stories, tackle talk, and a few trademark Boofhead moments. This episode covers the end-of-year comps, including the Vic Bream Classics Grand Final at Gippsland Lakes, the WA Boat Grand Final, and recent events at Brooklyn. Andrew and Brett break down why the fish behaved the way they did, how the lakes system is fishing late in the year, and what stood out about the Grand Final — including a number of big fish over 1.7 kg. There’s also plenty of discussion about giant bream, the 50 cm debate, measuring techniques, and fish movement in spawn-mode conditions. Andrew and Brett also talk through Andrew’s recent jewfish trolling efforts on the Georges River, including stories of metre-plus mulloway taken on light gear, rock-wall sessions, and how mapping, boat speed, and lure depth all play a role. The episode also includes: A bass session update A tailor with two lures in its mouth EcoGear Aqua catches SX-40 style crankbait fish ARK Genesis lead-free jigheads and sinkers Leader treatment, light-line finesse, and tackle tweaks “What Cheeses Me Off?” Boofhead stories and gear mishaps Info about Andrew’s upcoming trip with The Fly Program Details about the Daiwa Reel Connections Day A look back at one full year of Monthly Reports If you'd like to check out the ARK Genesis lead-free jigheads and sinkers, you can visit: https://arkgenesis.com.au Use the code BFP at checkout for a listener discount. If you enjoy these episodes and want to support the show, you can buy Andrew and Brett a coffee at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/andrewdeath

This week on The Bream Fishing Project we’re headed to the Gold Coast for TT Round 6 of the Hobie Kayak Fishing Series 16, held on the 9–10 August 2025. Normally this round is all sunshine and flat water… this year, the anglers got absolutely belted by wind and swell. Arena zones were cut, Sunday was shortened by an hour, and anyone heading wide had to really earn it. Even with the tough weather, the 47-angler field still turned on quality fish and a genuine shootout between the reef specialists and the canal and bridge guys. I kick things off with a look at the tides and bite periods for both days, including: Saturday fish activity score of 97, with a major bite mid-morning and a high tide around 7:49 am Sunday still at 94 on the activity wheel, with another strong late-morning major bite and low tide just after lines-out From there we run through the division results: Overall 1st: Simon Morley – 6/6 for 4.01 kg (1.80 kg + 2.21 kg) fishing the reef off Wavebreak Island 2nd: Andrew Krushka (TAS) – 6/6 for 3.40 kg (1.44 kg + 1.96 kg) out of the Nerang bridges and canals 3rd: Stephen Maas – 6/6 for 3.33 kg, just 10 grams ahead of 4th place Big Bream: Andrew Kraka with a 0.78 kg lump Monster Mover: Brack Guru with 1.72 kg on day two after a day-one donut Youth: Riley Whelan – 6 fish for 2.26 kg Masters: Greg Cooper (WA) First-Timers: Travis “Leg” with 6 fish for 2.02 kg We also keep score in the unofficial “Batman & Robin” Hurricane Lures rivalry. With Tony Pettie sitting this one out, Simon’s win on the reef firmly cements him as Batman for now. Then it’s into the angler interviews: 3rd – Stephen Maas: Stephen has barely sat in a kayak over the last two years, but turns up and finds a pattern the old-fashioned way – no sounder, just reading water, wind and structure. On day one he pedals up the Nerang River, abandons a dead bridge bite, then finds a sandy canal loaded with legal bream on unweighted Aquas and light plastics and crabs. He sneaks in behind pontoons in a foot of water, fishing 3–4 lb leaders, ripping fish out before they can bury him on the poles. On day two he commits to a massive 12 km pedal to Lake Intrepid behind the casino, gets his bag in three casts, then enjoys one of those magic sessions where almost every cast gets eaten. A phone call from his wife turns into back-to-back 37-fork upgrades as he leans on Hurricane crabs and Gulp Crabbies on light jigheads. 2nd – Andrew Krushka (Tasmania): Andrew flies up from Tassie, hires a Hobie Compass from Sunstate and has his “pre-fish” cut short when the wind pours waves over the bow and soaks him. With almost no practice, he leans on past knowledge, old Morgo highlights and this podcast to build a plan around bridges and pontoons. Day one, he fills a small bag on crabs and Aqua prawn plastics before slowly upgrading on Gold Coast pontoons. Day two starts brutally with no fish until mid-morning, when a key bridge bite turns on. An olive crank crab hopped across the bottom produces his Big Bream contender (just under a kilo), then a clever tweak – adding split shot to his unweighted Aqua rig – lets him punch under wind-blown pontoons for a crucial late upgrade. He runs Samurai Premium custom rods (built by BK Custom Rods) matched with Daiwa TD Black reels and 5 lb leader, and takes home 2nd place, Big Bream cash, prize packs and an invite to the Australian Championship. 1st – Simon Morley: Simon finally converts years of near-misses on the Gold Coast into a dominant win, finishing over 600 g clear of the field. After a wild pre-fish on the Wavebreak reef where he dodges standing waves and still finds a 37-fork model on a crab, he commits to the reef both days despite zone cuts and a nasty forecast. Day one, he rides out rising wind and tide on the 5–8 m reef, rotating between weighted Hurricane crabs and a Hurricane Sprat on a 1/6 oz jighead to post 1.80 kg. Day two, with glued-on weights, 7 lb X-link leader and super-sensitive St Croix Avid Panfish rods, he works a fresh line of untouched fish, putting three bream over 34 fork in the well for a 2.21 kg limit and the win. Along the way he dodges stonefish, deals with tarwine bycatch, and shows exactly how to manage boat position, line angle and safety in heavy wind and current. We wrap up with a quick reminder about The Bream Fishing Project Collective – the subscription community where we dive deeper into challenges, lures, techniques and on-water problem-solving through live streams, group chats and bonus episodes. If you’re time-poor but want to make your hours on the water count, it’s there to help you fast-track your bream fishing. Hit follow, leave a rating, and share this episode with a mate who loves Hobie bream comps on the Goldy.

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to one of Andrew’s favourite waterways — Forster — for the NSW Tournament Series, held July 12–13, 2025. This round had it all: clear weather, light winds, and a bite period that lined up perfectly with the fish catches. Andrew breaks down the tides and bite periods for both days, then dives straight into detailed angler interviews from the top of the leaderboard. You’ll hear how each team approached the racks, what lures worked, and how subtle changes in technique made all the difference. 🎣 Top 3 Teams 🥇 1st Place – Team Stratosphere: David Masters David backed up his Lake Mac win with another impressive result, going back-to-back with 7.46kg over two days. He fished solo and dominated the rock wall using small crabs on light braid-to-leader setups. 🥈 2nd Place – Team Tackle Addiction / Dizzy Scent: Rick King & Ryan Honeybrook. The pair christened their new Triton 165 bass boat in style, finishing with 6.08kg and landing the only kilo fish of the comp. Their key baits were Aqua and Gulp Crabby soft plastics, fished precisely through the racks. 🥉 3rd Place – Team Skeeter: Hayden Wadsworth & Chris Smith A consistent performance across both days with 5.71kg, working grubs and crankbaits through the racks. The duo capitalised on calmer conditions after recent floods, fine-tuning their approach with Bait Junkie 2.5” grubs in “Mud Blood”. 🌊 Bite Period Highlights Saturday: Minor 7:08–8:38 AM | Major 11:46 AM–2:16 PM Sunday: Minor 7:45–9:15 AM | Major 12:38–3:08 PM Fish activity aligned perfectly with these windows — worth noting for anyone fishing Foster in similar conditions. 🧠 Techniques & Tactics Grubs & Crabbies dominated across both days Rack edges and outer poles produced quality fish Key leaders: 8–12lb fluorocarbon Common thread: patience, precision, and timing around bite periods 🙌 Thanks & Shoutouts Big thanks to Grant Oliver and the NSW Tournament Series crew for running another great event. And congratulations to Collective members who made podiums across recent comps — including Rick King in this one! 🔗 Connect & Support Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for live sessions, deep-dive challenges, and bonus content: breamfishingproject.supercast.com Follow on Instagram: @thebreamfishingproject #BreamFishing #Foster #BreamTournaments #LureFishing #TheBreamFishingProject #NSWTournamentSeries #BaitJunkie #CrabbyLures #FishingPodcast #KayakFishing #EstuaryFishing #RackFishing #FishingAustralia

EP164 — November Monthly Report w/ Brett Geddes: In this month’s report, Andrew is joined again by Brett Geddes to break down November across the bream fishing scene. They talk tournaments, upcoming finals, squid sessions, flathead on blades, old lures making a return, and what’s been happening around the traps. This one has plenty of laughs, stories and good info if you like your bream fishing news, reports and tackle chat. Episode Highlights ✅ Squid mission success ✅ Flathead talk ✅ Old-school lures making a comeback ✅ Tournament scene updates ✅ What’s been happening on the water ✅ A few tangents and the usual laughs Mentioned in the show: Tournaments and events Squid gear Flathead lures General conditions and reports If you enjoy the Monthly Report, hit like, subscribe, and drop a comment with what you’ve been catching or what you want covered next month. Join The Collective (early access, bonus shows, live streams): https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebreamfishingproject

Welcome back to The Bream Fishing Project—this is Part 2 of our ABT Grand Final 2025 wrap, the winner’s report with Mark “Crommo” Crompton. Across three days split between Marlo – Bemm River – Marlo, Crommo delivered a full 15-fish limit for 13.795 kg (as stated in the interview), with day bags called out in the chat including: Day 1 (Marlo): 5 for 4.430 kg Day 2 (Bemm River): 5 for 4.010 kg Day 3 (Marlo): 5 for 5.355 kg Inside this hour you’ll hear (all straight from the interview): Mindset & game plan: staying calm, backing a tight zone, and choosing bag first over hero hunting. Reading the system in spawn: why he targeted transition water and used schools of salmon/EPs as a clue, not a distraction. Slow-motion presentations: letting prawn imitations soak for minutes until the ‘tick’. Lures & weights mentioned: Smash Baits/Roz prawn shapes and Hurricane Sprat 75 fork tail, commonly on 1/40–1/20–1/12 heads, swapping by depth, wind and salmon pressure; colours called out included “beer bottle/duro” (Smash Bait) and Machete/Cleaver (Hurricane). Terminal choices: BKK hooks on Daiwa Covert or Bait Junkie jig heads. Leaders & main line: ~3 rod lengths of 3-lb J-Thread Finesse to a 12-carrier PE (diameter-first thinking). Electronics & boat control: dual-view ActiveTarget (forward + perspective), Power-Poles for shallow anchoring when spot-lock wasn’t viable. Rods & reels he loves: the ultra-light old 7’3” “Geck” sticks, and Daiwa Exist/Tatula 2500 shallow spools. Product talk: first impressions of ShyneAway line mattifier—how he applies it and the simple “didn’t hurt me” verdict. A moment that matters: celebrating with his wife Dani and Alvy (“There’s my daddy—he just won a boat!”). The prize pack (as described): Ally Craft Bass Pro Series 530 with Mercury 150 Pro XS Racing, full Garmin kit with Force electric and LiveScope, Green Marine lithiums, on a Redco trailer—quoted at ~$95k total. Big thanks in the ep to: Steve Morgan & Nicole at ABT, and to sponsors/support mentioned by Mark: Daiwa, Lowrance, Power-Pole, Rise Above Plumbing. If you enjoyed this, please follow/subscribe and leave a rating—it really helps. — Join The Collective (early access + live sessions & extras): breamfishingproject.supercast.com Instagram: @thebreamfishingproject Host: Andrew Death (2019 Hobie Kayak Fishing World Champion) Bullet Highlights (for quick skim in apps) Winner’s mindset: calm, bag-first strategy Where/why: transition zones during spawn Lures: Smash Baits/ prawn shapes & Hurricane Sprat 75 FT Weights: 1/40–1/20–1/12 depending on wind/depth/salmon Leader: ~3 rod lengths of 3-lb J-Thread Finesse Live imaging: forward + perspective; how he avoided spooking Boat control: Power-Poles > spot-lock on skinny flats Gear chat: BKK hooks, Daiwa Exist/Tatula, the featherweight 7’3” “Geck” Product: ShineAway line mattifier—how he applies it Family moment + prize pack (~$95k)

🎣 ABT 2025 Grand Final – Marlo & Bemm River | Non-Boater & Boater Podiums In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project Podcast, host Andrew Death kicks things off with a quick look back at the standout ABT winners from throughout the 2025 season, before diving into the action from the Daiwa BREAM Series Grand Final, held across Marlo and Bemm River in Victoria from October 14–16. Anglers faced shifting tides, strong winds, and testing conditions — but the country’s best still found ways to make it happen. This episode features the top three non-boaters and the third-placed boater, followed by ABT’s Steve Morgan, who finished second overall. Each guest shares their lures, retrieves, and tactical decisions that defined their Grand Final results. 🏆 Non-Boater Division 🥇 Samuel Rako – Four fish for 3.34 kg while fishing with Ian Nielsen and Scott Sauna. Samuel explains how listening to past podcast episodes helped him prepare, and how crank crabs, plastics, and Clone Prawns produced when the bite was tough. 🥈 Lance Marsh – Five fish for 3.20 kg using Z-Man Prawns, brown Chubbies, and Hybrid Shrimps. He breaks down the lure tweaks and patient retrieves that delivered late-day upgrades. 🥉 Chris Hokin – Four fish for 3.155 kg, including a key 1.25 kg bream on a Gulp Baby Prawn at Marlo, then switching to the Daiwa Hybrid Shrimp with Steve Morgan at Bemm River to finish his limit. 🚤 Boater Division 🥉 Mario Vukic – 12.37 kg across three days using bloodworm Wrigglers, VX35/40 blades, and Z-Man Grubs. Mario shares how he worked the sand-edge drifts, downsized to 2 lb fluoro, and relied on proven soft plastics for consistency. 🥈 Steve Morgan – 12.775 kg total, combining Garmin Perspective Mode and Humminbird Mega Live 2 to find scattered fish and tempt them with the Daiwa Hybrid Shrimp. Steve talks through live-sonar strategy and pays tribute to Nicole Smith and the ABT team behind the scenes. 🎧 Episode Highlights ABT 2025 Grand Final – Marlo & Bemm River recap Podium interviews: Samuel Rako, Lance Marsh, Chris Hokin, Mario Vukic & Steve Morgan Lures: Daiwa Hybrid Shrimp, Z-Man Prawns & Grubs, VX Blades, Bloodworm Wriggler Live-sonar tactics & tide-driven bite patterns Behind-the-scenes ABT insights from Steve Morgan 🎙️ Hosted by: Andrew Death 📍 Event: ABT BREAM Series 2025 Grand Final – Marlo & Bemm River 📆 Recorded: October 2025 👉 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for bonus content, live-stream replays & monthly challenges: breamfishingproject.supercast.com 📢 Next episode: Don’t miss the winner’s interview with Mark “Crommo” Crompton, coming up next on The Bream Fishing Project Podcast.

🎣 ABT Victorian Open – Gippsland Lakes (Oct 11–12 2025) | Winner: Dan Kent (13.419 kg) Episode Summary A huge Victorian Open at Gippsland Lakes with monster bags and wall-to-wall action. Andrew recaps event stats (tides, bite periods, weather) and then dives straight into angler interviews: winner Dan Kent (13.419 kg for 9 fish), 2nd Mitchell Blomquist (13.020 kg for 10 fish), and 4th Peter Breukel (12.008 kg for 10 fish). Hear how they located fish, the lures that did damage, how live imaging and sight-casting came together, and why rock, weed edges, and timing made all the difference. Andrew also shares a quick note about new sponsors and encourages listeners to support the brands that support the show — and to check out The Collective for upcoming challenges. 🗓️ Event Overview Event: ABT Victorian Open Venue: Gippsland Lakes Dates: Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 October 2025 Saturday: Fish Activity Wheel 46 | Minor Bite 7:57 – 9:27 a.m. | Low 5:21 a.m. (0.55 m) | High 12:13 p.m. (1.11 m) Sunday: Fish Activity Wheel 33 | Minor Bite 8:52 – 10:22 a.m. | Low 4:40 a.m. (0.63 m) | High 1:07 p.m. (1.09 m) 🎣 Interview 1 – Peter Breukel (4th Place, 12.008 kg total) Bags: Day 1 – 7.005 kg | Day 2 – 5.003 kg | 10 fish total. Approach: Started in the Mitchell River, then moved to reef + weed-edge zones packed with fish on perspective mode. Lures: Sickle 85 Sprat (1/30 jighead), Spike 44, Slam deep hardbody, RBX 66, Fat 37 UV, Naughty’s vibes. Technique: Cast tight to the weed edge, fish on bottom, constant contact key. Tackle: 3–4 lb Yamatoyo Harris Fighter leader | PE 0.4 mainline. Notes: Dozens of 36–41 fork fish; defended productive spot once scores appeared. Payout: ≈ $2,000 + plaque + badge. Thanks: Nicole Smith & Steve Morgan (ABT), Hurricane Lures (“Naughto”), Kris Hickson, Manning River Marine, and Kath for her support. 🎣 Interview 2 – Mitchell Blomquist (2nd Place, 13.020 kg total) Bags: 6.565 kg + 6.455 kg = 13.020 kg (10 fish). Prefish: Checked Mitchell River / ILT jetties → moved to Eagle Bay (timber + rock wall, big tides holding water). Lure: Single SX-48 #390 (clear with green stripes) for the entire event. Method: Slow-rolling hardbody; “if you think you’re winding slow, wind slower.” Combined sight casting and perspective mode. Fish Size: Smallest ≈ 34 fork; many 37 fork fish. Gear: 6’9” Shimano rod | 2500 reel | PE 0.6 | Yamatoyo Harris Fighter 4 lb leader. Shoutouts: JML Angler’s Alliance (Tony), Shimano (event sponsor), Josh Carpenter & Starlo (event coverage), Dad (pre-fish partner), travel crew (Scott, Peter Breukel, Jamie McEwen), ABT (Steve Morgan & Nicole Smith), and Andrew’s podcast for the road trips. 🥇 Interview 3 – Dan Kent (Winner, 13.419 kg total) Bags: Day 1 – 6.792 kg (5) | Day 2 – 6.627 kg (4) = 9 fish @ ~1.49 kg average. Prefish: Hollands Landing (no fish) → Paynesville canals (back-up bag fish ≈ 32 fork). Day 1: Launched Paynesville → Mitchell Flats rock bar; deep-diving Chubby scratched through rocks in ~1–1.2 m; dirty water, heavy scent; steady upgrades all day. Hooks: Decoy Y25 Size 10. Rod/Line: Custom Miller Rod Control Freak (1–3 kg) | 9 lb Yamatoyo PE Resinate | 5 lb Yamatoyo leader. Day 2: Glassed-out start; moved back outside the Silt Jetties; side-scan lit up with fish in 2.2 m; switched to Hurricane Sprat 75 on 1/8 oz painted motor-oil TT jighead | 6 lb leader. Landed four fish over 40 fork (43 fork ≈ 1.8 kg) in one-hour window (12–1 p.m.). Payout: $7,000 cash + ABT trophy (Vic Open Champion) + exclusive patch. Business: Runs Apollo Bay Fishing Charters (31’ Noosa Cat – snapper, flatties, gummies, school sharks, tuna). Summer spots open now via website calendar. Thanks: Mates Alex, Fran, Matt, Kit & Declan, ABT (Steve Morgan & Nicole Smith), family for support, and the ABT community for a great event. 💡 Key Takeaways Dirty water + rock: A deep chubby crashed through rock was the bite trigger. Weed-edge precision: Bottom contact with plastics and hardbodies was critical. Fish movement: Shifting from rivers to lake edges to outer lines required timing with tides and wind. Light leaders, heavy confidence: 3–6 lb leaders handled serious blacks. Seeing is believing: Perspective / Live Scope and sight-casting produced massive bags. 🔗 Links & Mentions Coverage: Josh Carpenter & Starlo ABT Team: Steve Morgan & Nicole Smith Dan’s Charters: apollobayfishingcharters.com.au Join The Collective: breamfishingproject.supercast.com

In this episode, we return to Lake Macquarie for Hobie Kayak Round 4, held on 24–25 May 2025 — an event shaped by major flooding across the region in the lead-up. With the system running high, dirty, and cold, anglers were forced to adapt quickly, reading the salt wedge, adjusting lure weights, and finding cleaner water zones to stay in the game. Andrew kicks things off by breaking down the fish activity wheel, tide times, and key bite periods for both days. He also reflects on his own weekend — including the rare decision not to fish on Day 2 — and how misreading the system initially shaped his approach. From there, we dive into three full-length podium interviews packed with tactical gold: 🥉 Jared Hickman (4.01 kg total) — makes his first podium with a shallow crankbait bite on a wind-blown rock wall, using a Pro Lure F36 in matt black and carefully working rough water with 5 lb leaders and 0.6 PE braid. 🥈 Joseph Gardner (4.09 kg) — travelling from WA, Joseph adapts brilliantly to the salt wedge line, targeting fish in 2–3.5 m over reef edges with Bait Junkie Wave Minnows and grubs. His detailed insight into tracking the salt/fresh boundary is a masterclass in reading post-flood systems. 🥇 Greg Crebert (4.84 kg) — the local angler dominates Day 1 with a 2.73 kg bag on a Jackall Chubby Vibe fished deep in rough, dirty water. He locks into a handful of quality bites over a 50 m stretch, then switches gears on Day 2 to work Clone Prawns and Hurricane Fats along the drained edges to secure the win. This episode is loaded with tactical takeaways on cranking rock walls, deep-vibe presentations, salt wedge positioning, and adjusting to post-flood systems. Whether you fish Lake Macquarie regularly or just want to sharpen your tournament skills, this is a must-listen recap.

This is the first Angler Profile on The Bream Fishing Project—and it’s a cracker. Andrew sits down with Liam Carruthers (2015 ABT BREAM Grand Final champion; multiple AFC titles) to trace his lure-fishing journey and pull apart the techniques he’s best known for. Across the chat you’ll hear: Origin story: moving to Nowra, a fateful visit to the local tackle shop, and a first Yellowfin bream on a blade (36 fork) that lit the fire. Paying dues: the early Hawkesbury learning curve, soaking up weigh-in wisdom from the “OGs,” and three seasons of “don’t donut” before it all clicked. Opening up the playbook on Cranka Crabs: Bridge pylons, rock walls/reefs in heavy tide, shallow rock with oyster clusters, potholing on flats, and pitching under boats. Working with current (casting up-tide, feeling the “machine-gun” bite), managing snags, and why fast water does the work for you. Gear notes mentioned in the chat: Miller Rods Brawler, 2500-size spin, ~10 lb braid, Sunline V-Hard 6–8 lb leaders; plus a summer trick—3 lb straight fluoro and a heavy crab for marina/boat hulls. When and why Liam upsizes to the larger crab model around deep boulders in the Spencer/Middle Hawkesbury. Crankbaits for the mid-column fish: why he likes the Daiwa Spike MR on bridges (casting tight, letting it “tick” pylons), favourite colours called out (Matte Prawn, Suji tones), and a quick note on swapping to a stickier rear treble. Topwater windows: glass-outs and Victorian flats (e.g., Mallacoota), plus the adrenaline hit of running surface lures over racks. Formative detour: two years in the U.S. bass scene that forced lure/technique diversity—then returning home ready to read systems instead of locking into one approach. Big-fish memories: a giant Gippsland Lakes fish measured to the fork on a tournament ruler, and a late, heavy Sydney Harbour bridge-pylon bruiser that swam out from danger on a social day. Shout-outs as mentioned by Liam: Cranka, Mako Eyewear, Hot Tackle, On The Chew, and Miller Rods. If you’re keen to refine your bridge and current game—or finally make friends with crabs—this episode’s packed with practical detail straight from the conversation.

Today’s a special one: Chris Purnell joins me to wrap Series 16, explain the big Hobie ownership change, and reveal the 2025 Hobie Kayak Fishing Series (Series 17) calendar — including a mid-week Bemm River opener, a Tassie double-header, and Mallacoota in October leading into a Victorian AC. What we cover Hobie ownership update: context on the restructure and the brand’s move under Bass Pro’s White River Marine Group, and what that means for AU/NZ dealers, parts, and anglers. Series 16 takeaways: tough late-season fishing (e.g., Wallaga Lake), standout bags, and why some arenas deserve a second look. Series 17 (2025) calendar & key notes (dates/locations below). Shout-outs to anglers (the heart of the series) and sponsors (incl. naming-rights partner Daiwa). 2025 Hobie Kayak Fishing Series (Series 17) – Dates & Locations (AC = Australian Championship; pre-Fish and lay day marked where relevant) Early Feb — AC (Australia): exact dates/location TBA (announcement ASAP). Feb 17–18 (Tue–Wed) — Bemm River, VIC (mid-week) Feb 16 (Mon) — pre-Fish Feb 19 (Thu) — lay day Feb 21–22 (Sat–Sun) — Marlo, VIC Feb 20 (Fri) — pre-Fish Mar 20–21 — Wallaga Lake, NSW Apr 8–9 (mid-week) — Little Swanport, TAS Apr 10 — pre-Fish Apr 11–12 — Swan River, TAS Tassie travel option: indicative Spirit of Tasmania sailings discussed (in via Geelong→Devonport ~Mon Apr 6, out Sun Apr 13). Most anglers base in Swansea. Local partners: Tasmanian Kayak Fishing Series & Launceston Angling Club (local bump tubs/scales). Limited loan kayaks likely; details to be confirmed via Hobie AU. May 2–3 — Forster, NSW Jun 20–21 — Georges River, NSW Jul 18–19— Lake Macquarie, NSW Aug 15–16 — Gold Coast, QLD (Broadwater Tourist Park launch as per usual setup) September — No round (spring transition month) Oct 10–11 — Mallacoota, VIC November — AC (Victoria) TBA (southern venue; details to follow) Start / Briefing times: Events typically run a briefing ~6:30am with start ~7:00am — please confirm each round’s official times on the event listing. Why these dates? Targeting better tides/moons than Series 16’s back-half. Tassie double-header to make travel worthwhile (Little Swanport → Swan River). Forster in early May (historically strong window). Gold Coast mid-August to avoid clashes and school-holiday pressure. Mallacoota in October to set up a Victorian AC in November. Quick acknowledgements (from Chris) Anglers: there’s no series without you. Sponsors: especially Daiwa (naming rights) and the many family-run partners backing the tour. Hobie AU team behind the scenes: Brad, Darryl, Zoe, Tamika, Scotty, Mick, Shane, and more. If you’re looking at Tassie, start scoping accommodation around Swansea and keep an eye out for the Spirit of Tasmania details mentioned in the episode. For loan-kayak availability and local logistics, contact the Hobie AU media team via the email referenced in the show. — Guest: Chris Purnell Host: Andrew De (2019 Hobie Kayak Fishing World Champion) Show: The Bream Fishing Project

Swan River, WA — Kayak Round 2 Recap (26–27 July) | Hobie qualifier This episode returns to Western Australia for a deep dive on Kayak Round 2 on the Swan River, held 26–27 July in conjunction with Hobie Fishing (a qualifying round for the Hobie Kayak Fishing Series). Andrew opens with bite windows and tides, then steps through the podium interviews with Matt McCarthy (3rd), Joseph Gardner (2nd), and winner Travis Newland (1st)—including how they adapted to a brutal weather change on Day 2. Tides & bite periods mentioned Saturday: Minor bite: 7:35–9:05 AM Major bite: 12:33–3:03 PM High tide: 10:12 AM (~0.7 m) → Low tide: 7:27 PM (~0.3 m) Sunday: Minor bite: 8:06–9:36 AM Major bite: 1:19–3:49 PM High tide: 10:39 AM → Low tide: 7:39 PM (0.35 m) Big Bream & awards Day 1 Big Bream: Paul Siemaszko — 1.18 kg Day 2 & Overall Big Bream + Monster Mover: Rick Raynham — 1.27 kg Podium interviews 3rd — Matt McCarthy (6/6 for 3.970 kg; 2.26 kg then 1.71 kg) Approach: Started near Garrett Road Bridge, then worked down to the Belmont stretch. Found stacked fish on live/side scan but many were shut down. Key bites: Early flurry on an old jetty/marker line; upgraded along a two-metre contour where fish moved up and down “like a highway.” Tackle notes: Mixed confidence baits (including mussel/crab profiles and light plastics); went as light as 3 lb straight-through fluorocarbon when bites were subtle. Day 2: Weather made visual line control hard; persisted, left with a full bag late after grinding through rain and wind. Takeaway: Commit to zones holding life (even when fish are lock-jaw) and cycle proven confidence baits patiently. 2nd — Joseph Gardner (6/6 for 4.660 kg; 2.310 kg then 2.350 kg) Prefish: Four sessions with patchy results from upriver to downriver; no firm pattern before the event. Day 1 route: Tried Garrett Road Bridge (no eaters), then picked fish from Maylands Yacht Club/old jetty area and opposite banks; added reaction upgrades on small vibes when mussel bites were too slow. Day 2 pivot: In severe cold/rain, timed a window at Claisebrook Cove—casting a pygmy mussel to the waterfall/drain edge before the drain began pumping hard again—pulling three key legals in ~90 minutes. Tackle notes: Ran heavier leaders (6–8 lb) with prawn/mussel profiles; used a single rear hook on baby vibes to reduce weed/snags. Result: Another consistent runner-up finish, crediting patience, timing and a crucial drain bite window. 1st — Travis Newland (6/6 for 5.230 kg; 2.53 kg then 2.70 kg; kicker 1.14 kg) Game plan: No recent prefish; trusted a down-river milk run and slow, heavy bottom work with compact yabby/creature profiles. Day 1: Early fish from a creek mouth drop-off, then built a quality bag along the Belmont banks, working the drop-off methodically in current/wind. Day 2 (storm): Paddled straight to the key stretch; landed a “kegger” behind an overhanging tree, then another big fish later. Finished with a strong third fish (~33 fork) to seal it. Tackle notes: Predominantly a yabby/creature (“Bruce”) on a heavier jighead; 12 lb braid to 4 lb fluoro leader, light, soft-tipped rod to let big fish play out on clean ground. Outcome: Win by ~700 g, plus Hobie AC qualifying spot and $650. Emphasis on patience, line control and repeated passes over a short, productive 50 m lane. Episode themes you’ll hear Reading wind/current lanes and depth contours (2 m “highways”). When to stay ultra-finesse (straight-through light fluoro) vs. forcing a reaction with small vibes. Timing drain/flow windows (bite flurries before outflow surges). Managing mindset and decisions when it’s cold, wet, and slow—especially in kayaks. Hosted by: 2019 Hobie Kayak Fishing World Champion Andrew Death. If you enjoyed this recap, please subscribe and leave a rating. Andrew also mentions The Bream Fishing Project Collective for anglers who want extra tactics, live sessions and community chat.

Welcome to the Bream Fishing Project — October Monthly Report With Brett Geddes back on the mic, we cover a huge month: national comp calendar, honest session breakdowns (the good, the bad, and the donuts), tackle and tech that moved the needle, and bigger-picture news that matters to kayak lure anglers. Around the Grounds (October comps) Hobie — Burrill Lake (Thu 2 Oct, AOY points only, mid-week round) Hobie — BurleyPro Fish Tech, St Georges Basin (4–5 Oct) — Andrew will be there NSW Tournament Series — Grand Final, Botany Bay (25–26 Oct) ABT — Vic Open, Gippsland Lakes (11–12 Oct) ABT — Grand Final, Bemm & Marlo (14–16 Oct) Action Fishing Tournaments — Grand Final, Camden Haven (25–26 Oct) Vic Bream Classics — Round 5, Warrnambool (18–19 Oct) WATA — Boat Rd 3, Swan River (Perth, 5 Oct) ECBS — Grand Final, Sydney Harbour (19 Oct) Segments What Cheeses Me Off — New segment tease — “I think I did a dumb thing” Sessions, Tactics & Lessons Waller Lake — Stunning, but savage: 55 donuts Day 1 (of 75); Jason Marshall ~3.5 kg. Andrew scratched two late Day 2 near the launch — lesson: don’t overrun the obvious. Grubs Month (Collective focus) Georges River — ActiveTarget on boat-holes/mooring blocks; Squidgy Wrigglers on 1/16 oz & lighter in 2–3 m; watched fish rise to the drift. Standout fish 36 fork, 32, 30, plus a salmon called on sonar. Tunks Park — All-day grubs, great FFS interactions… and the missed photo that cost places. St Georges Basin prefish — Salmon schools “called” on FFS (cast-to-distance trick worked for Stewie Dunn). Only one legal bream for Andrew. Stewie tangles with a very big mulloway on 5 lb/light gauge — compelling FFS footage shows scale vs bream. Brett’s update — Windy spring, bream moody; perch to the rescue. From ~1400 to 1700 EPs, often 30–40/session on blades (Sprat/Tomahawk 85 style). Squid mission ongoing. Big Bite & Big Picture Yellowfin tuna (stickbaits) — Electric surface rushes, chaotic ramps; single stinger hook setups; airborne follows and missed bites provide insane visuals. South Australia fish kill — Coastal oxygen event; tough for communities and tourism. Nature will rebound, but it’ll take time. Community shout-outs Andrew “Andy” Kettle — Land-based, night-only EP specialist; surface walkers/high-stick retrieve; “EP ninja” dedication. Leon — Strong Hobie Day 1; three kayak rules: mussel, mussel, no flatties aboard. Gear we mentioned Jabbers travel rods (6-piece) & Upper Cut trebles (12/14/16; strong, sticky; 100-pack jars). BurleyPro HDS Pro visor (better screen & battery headroom); Connector Protectors (stop wet-plug corrosion). Braid 0.4 PE white (rated 8 lb; higher measured break); considering bite-marker dots for strike watching (inspired by Joseph Gardner using multi-colour jigging braid). Shyne Away leader treatment — Degloss + decontaminate to reduce visibility (most effective to up to 10–12 lb leaders). Lovig Bay Boots — Warm/dry, easy winter wear; trying full size run at St Georges Basin. Hobie news — Ownership update discussion; 180 drive aftermarket ceramic roller solution mentioned (alternative when out of warranty). K-spike kayak power pole (Greg Rook; with Tony “Batman” Petty); lightweight 6/8/10 ft; drift chute attachment idea is clever. Regional outlook (VIC/NSW) Early spring bream remain fickle (Aug–Oct lull). Expect ramp-up as temps lift; dusky flathead to become a major play. Daylight savings adds post-work windows. Timestamps / Chapters (Adjust once your final audio export sets exact times.) 00:00 Intro — why this month matters 02:10 Around the Grounds — October comp calendar 08:45 Segment: What Cheeses Me Off (the 10 mm spanner) 12:20 New segment tease: “I think I did a dumb thing” 16:00 Wallaga Lake wrap — donuts, context, and late salvage 20:05 Georges River — grubs + ActiveTarget (fish rising to the drift) 25:10 Tunks Park — the missed photo lesson 28:30 St Georges Basin prefish — calling salmon on FFS; Stewie’s big mulloway on 5 lb 34:40 Brett’s perch run — 1,700 EPs, blade patterns, squid pains 40:25 Yellowfin stickbait bite — why it’s so wild 45:15 South Australia fish kill — what’s happening and why it matters 50:00 Community — Andrew “EP ninja” Kettle; Leon’s kayak rules 53:10 Gear — Jabbers trebles & rods 56:20 BurleyPro visor + connector protectors 59:15 Braid & bite-markers; Joseph Gardner note 1:02:20 Shyne Away leader matte 1:05:10 Lovig Bay Boots — try-ons at Basin 1:08:40 Hobie ownership chat; 180 ceramic fix; name change note 1:14:30 K-Spike kayak power pole preview 1:18:00 October fishing outlook 1:21:30 Interview workload & what’s coming 1:24:30 Hosting change to Podbean & dynamic ads 1:28:45 Outro & subscribe CTA

Hi everyone, and welcome to The Bream Fishing Project. In this episode we’re off to Nelson on the Glenelg River reviewing the 2025 TT Glenelg Shire Bream Classic, brought to you by the Vic Bream Classics. This one was held on 21–22 June 2025. One of the things I like about the Vic Bream Classics is they have all the divisions — juniors, Big Bream, Best Bag — heaps to dig into. Roll the intros and let’s get straight into it. What’s inside this episode: • Why the Vic Bream Classics format shines (juniors, Big Bream, Best Bag and more). • Full event stats: fish activity wheel, major bite windows and tides for both days. • Division highlights. • Interviews: – Team Blackfin (3rd overall): Steve Wheeler on mudflats vs edges, vibes vs plastics, and managing perch by-catch. – Team Nomad BKK (1st overall on countback): Peter Bouquet Jr on structure, vibes, prototype plastics, and straight-through light leaders. The Collective (subscriber group): Quick reminder: the Collective (private subscription group for The Bream Fishing Project) is focusing on grubs this month. We pick a lure or lure style, fish it as a group, then reconvene to compare notes and dial it in together. There are a couple of exciting things coming in the next months (even Collective members don’t know yet). Join or support the show: https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com Event stats (as discussed on the show): Dates: Saturday 21 June & Sunday 22 June 2025 Location: Nelson, Glenelg River Saturday: • Fish Activity Wheel: 47 • Major bite: 7:03–9:33 • Low tide: 1:04 AM @ 0.40 • High tide: 10:59 AM @ 0.71 Sunday: • Fish Activity Wheel: 59 • Major bite: 7:58–10:28 • Low tide: 1:48 AM @ 0.34 • High tide: 11:19 AM @ 0.84 Division highlights (as discussed on the show): • Sunline Best Bag: Team Sniper (Ray & Brandon Doman) — 5/5 for 5.005 kg • Ecogear Big Bream: Team Sniper (Ray & Brandon Doman) — 1.345 kg • Monster Movers: Team Weedless (Matty Katon & Byron Blaine) — 5 for 3.325 kg on Day 2, up 23 places to 28th • Junior Angler: Jarvis Kent (Team Apollo Bay Fishing Charters) — finished 8th • Miller Rods prize: Team Slow Rollers (Darren Lock & Quentin) — 1.625 Full results are at: https://vicbreamclassics.com.au Interview 1 — Team Blackfin (3rd overall) Weights: • Day 1: 5 for 3.580 kg (Big Bream 1.27) • Day 2: 5 for 4.025 kg (Big Bream 1.175) • Total: 7.605 kg (3rd) Notes from Steve Wheeler: • Prefish: launched at Dry Creek; checked rock-wall edges, reeds and mudflats. A 36 fork fish on a mudflat set the plan. • Boat placement let them reach reeds in ~0.5–0.75 m and the drop into ~4 m; picked fish in that 4 m zone. • Day 1 edges were quiet; moving wider with vibes (Cranka Vibe, Bivi Vibe) and small hops in 2.5–4 m produced bites. Added a heavy “muss” bite for an upgrade. Lots of perch mixed in. • Day 2 similar program on mudflats with one early ~36 fork and a bag of 32–33s. • Leader thinking: prefers thin-diameter 6 lb (and 8 lb on structure). Prize: $1,500 split. Interview 2 — Team Nomad BKK (1st overall, on countback) Weights: • Day 1: 5 for 3.980 kg (kicker 1.145) • Day 2: 5 for 4.015 kg • Total: 7.995 kg (tied with 2nd; won on Day-1 bag countback) Prefish & pattern (Peter Bouquet Jr): • Marked fish on Active Target (T1) before light; first ski zone edges dropping to 3–4 m with trees and rock. • Early bites on a prototype Nomad soft plastic (natural/brown-orange) and ZX35 vibe (black, assist hooks). • Structure (shacks & poles) produced 600–800 g fish on 1/16 hidden-weight jigs; saved it for comp. Day 1: • Two early ~700 g fish on the prototype plastic on structure. • Taylor Strait: Cranka Crab (olive) on 3 lb straight-through for ~750 g. • Donovans: mixed EP/bream school on side scan; heavier plastic (1/12) delivered a 1.145 kg kicker. • Finished bag near the mouth; ZX-style vibe (black) with assist pushed through weed. Day 2: • More pressure and tentative bites. • A foam/eddy on a pole produced three quick fish (~850 g, ~750 g, ~700 g) on the prototype plastic with stingers. • First ski zone: another solid ~750 g on plastic from an undercut edge. • Donovans: targeted shadow lines on rock; Cranka Crab (black) on 3 lb straight-through sealed the fifth fish and upgraded a 29.5 cm. • Lines/leaders: 6 lb braid; 3–4 lb leaders (and 3 lb straight-through with crabs) to keep bites coming in winter; softer, longer rods helped keep hooks pinned. Prize: $3,750. Tackle mentioned (from the show): • Hardbodies: Spike 53 (matt prawn), various edge cranks • Vibes: Cranka Vibe, Bivi Vibe, ZX35 (black with assist) • Crabs: Cranka Crab (olive, black); slow crawl; 3 lb straight-through noted • Soft plastics: Prototype Nomad plastic (natural/brown-orange), hidden-weight jigs (1/16, 1/12), stinger hooks on Day 2 • Leaders: 3–4 lb (straight-through for crabs) up to 6–8 lb on structure; emphasis on thin diameters • Electronics: Active Target (T1), side scan to find mixed EP/bream schools Thanks & credits (from the show): • Vic Bream Classics

NSW Tournament Series – Round 4 (Lake Macquarie) | 15 June 2025 Welcome to The Bream Fishing Project. This episode covers Round 4 of the New South Wales Tournament Series held at Lake Macquarie (15 June 2025). After a quick housekeeping note about upcoming dynamic ads and a behind-the-scenes hosting platform change (no change to your listening experience—please reach out if you hit any issues), we dive straight into the results and angler interviews. Results covered Winners – Team Stratosphere (solo): 5/5 for 4.84 kg, including Big Bream of 1.40 kg. Guest: David Masters (how he located fish, why he stayed shallow with blades, coping with gear issues on comp day). 3rd – Team Flat Knacky: 5/5 for 4.26 kg, Big Bream 1.23 kg. Guest: Steve Cole (no-plan plan, hot-water outlet start, deep cockle-weed gutter, steady upgrades). Tactics & takeaways (as discussed by guests) Location & approach: Shallow blading near edges/cockle beds (Masters); deeper gutter with cockle weed and bait present (Cole). Lures mentioned: Crankbaits; Z-Man Slim SwimZ; Z-Man Prawn (motor oil); Gulp Prawn (camo); metal blades. By-catch & moments: Flathead runs, an 80 cm jewfish on a 2" prawn, and even an accidental hammerhead hookup near the boat. Lines/leaders (Masters): 6 lb braid with 3–6 lb leader, subtle bites, careful drag management. Tides & bite window (host notes) Fish Activity Wheel: 57 Minor bite period: 9:17–10:47 a.m. Low tide: 5:36 a.m. (0.26 m) High tide: 11:15 a.m. (0.77 m) Housekeeping You may hear the return of ads—now dynamically inserted so deals, lure releases, and tournament info stay current. If you’re in the fishing industry and want to get involved, reach out for a chat. Support & community Want to go deeper or support the show? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for community chats and extra content: breamfishingproject.supercast.com. After joining, please message me on Facebook so I can link you to the private group. If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe and rate the show on your podcast app. Thanks for listening!

Hobie Kayak BREAM — Round 5, Georges River | 14–15 June (Anaconda Round) One of Andrew’s favourites! We’re on the Georges River in Sydney for Hobie Kayak BREAM Series — Round 5 (Sat–Sun, 14–15 June), proudly round-sponsored by Anaconda. We cover bite windows, tides, divisions and then dive into angler interviews with the podium—plus a shout-out to The Bream Fishing Project Collective crew for putting on the enhanced sausage sanga BBQ all weekend. 💪 Results & Guests 1st — Mitchell Taylor (6 fish, 4.91 kg | Day 1: 2.19, Day 2: 2.72) — Anaconda Big Bream 1.18 kg Finds a mid-river “hump”/rack-style structure and bridges; rotates metal vibes and Cranka Crab presentations for constant upgrades. 2nd — Jason Marshall (6 fish, 4.75 kg | 2.57 + 2.18) Smart call on safety and conditions; mixes Cranka Crab + Mussel on Captain Cook’s Bridge and makes the long haul to Cooks River for a flurry of keepers. 3rd — Mohamed “Mick” Farage (6 fish, 4.56 kg | 2.42 + 2.14) Versatile game: pontoons → deep blades → Como Bridge pylons → moored boats. Standouts: Cranka Crab UV, Ecogear VX40 (439) on 4–6 lb setups. Divisions & Notables Anaconda Big Bream: Mitchell Taylor — 1.18 kg Monster Mover / Big Bag: Blake Partington — 3.31 kg (Sun); Blake also weighed a 1.04 kg fish on Saturday Youth: Riley Whelan — 3.60 kg Women: Fiona Johnson — 1.90 kg Masters: Raymond Cooper — 3.52 kg First Timers: Kevin Nguyen — 1.30 kg Conditions (as discussed on-air) Saturday (Fish Activity 68) • Minor: 8:41–10:11 a.m. • Major: 1:07–3:37 p.m. • Low 4:41 (0.21 m) • High 10:37 (1.02 m) Sunday (Fish Activity 55) • Minor: 9:21–10:21 a.m. • Low 5:26 (0.19 m) • High 11:28 (1.03 m) Tackle & Techniques Mentioned Hard/Soft: Cranka Crab (UV/XL), Mussel, Ecogear VX40 “439”, metal vibes (Infeet/“metal vibes”), Gulp Crabby, Sprat 75, deep cranks. Structure: Como & Captain Cook’s bridges, Cooks River, moored boats (hulls & blocks), pontoons/wharves, shaded edges, mid-river “hump/rack” piece. Rigs/Lines: 4 lb straight-through for blades; 6–8 lb leader around pylons/boats; add belly weight to crabs (⅛) to pin them in current; cast up-current and let presentations track down the pylon face. Community Note Huge thanks to The Bream Fishing Project Collective members for funding & running the weekend BBQ (Jamie & Andy—legends). Also: yes, CCs on chip sambos… minds were changed. 😄 Early access & extras: Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for early releases, live challenge sessions, and bonus content: breamfishingproject.supercast.com Instagram: @thebreamfishingproject

WA BREAM Series — Boat Round 2 (Peel/Mandurah) | 15 June 2025 We’re off to Western Australia to recap WA BREAM Series — Boat Round 2 on the Peel/Mandurah system (Sunday 15 June 2025). Andrew breaks down bite windows, tides and the winning patterns before rolling into angler interviews with the top three teams. Results & Guests 1st — Team Stinger (4.380 kg, Big Bream 1.27 kg): Alex Griesdorf & Ben Oaks detail a canals bite that shifted from Z-Man grubs early to brim prawn (Decoy Worm5/offset) as conditions changed, with last-minute upgrades sealing the win. 2nd — Team B1 & B2 (4.050 kg, Big Bream 1.62 kg): Joseph & Jenny Gardner on a four-fish bag anchored by a 1.62 kg Big Bream. No pre-fish; methodical work on lower-Murray snags, brim prawn + Decoy Worm5 on 6–8 lb leaders, shaded timber, and bird-sign clues. 3rd — Team Dragon (3.740 kg): Bill Bland (with Rob) milked bridge pylons, mixing Gulp Crabby on 1/16–1/32 jigheads and River2Sea Baby Vibes. Smart boat handling around wood vs concrete pylons delivered a near-kilo average. Conditions (as discussed) Fish Activity Wheel: 56 Minor bite: 9:42–11:12 a.m. Tides: High 12:20 p.m. (0.64 m); Low 11:44 p.m. (0.28 m) Tackle & Techniques Mentioned Brim prawn/weedless (Decoy Worm5), Z-Man Grub 2.5", Gulp Crabby, River2Sea Baby Vibe, Hurricane prawn; 6–8 lb leaders; bridge pylons, canals, shaded snags; patient bites and deliberate boat positioning to pull fish clear. Thanks (from the anglers) Huge appreciation to the event volunteers/organisers and series sponsors who keep WA comps running. Early access & extras: Get episodes early + live challenge sessions—join The Bream Fishing Project Collective: breamfishingproject.supercast.com Instagram: @thebreamfishingproject

Episode 151 — September 2025 Monthly Report with Brett Geddes 🎣 In this month’s Bream Fishing Project Monthly Report, I catch up with Brett Geddes to dive into what’s been happening on the water across the country. We unpack the latest tournaments, explore new techniques, and share insights from Brett’s incredible sessions — including some big perch, whiting, and bream encounters you’ll want to hear about. We cover: 🏆 Tournament updates across the country, including Wallaga Lake and other key rounds 🎣 The latest Collective Challenge — focusing on curly-tail grubs and how to rig them for success 🦀 Gear talk: Jackall Drift Crab Mini, Blue Lip Baits Micro Mussel, and Hurricane Sprat 85 🔹 Brett’s 92-fish session, tips on lure selection, and when to use free-rig and drop-shot techniques 😂 A lighter moment with Brett’s “What Cheeses Me Off” rant — toilet paper logistics included! 📰 Updates from the Bream Fishing Project Collective, plus what’s coming next If you want early access to episodes, bonus content, and the chance to join monthly live streams where we break down tactics and techniques, check out The Bream Fishing Project Collective here: 🌐 https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com Follow the podcast on Instagram: 📸 @thebreamfishingproject

Welcome back to The Bream Fishing Project! In this episode, we head to Tuggerah Lakes for the Action Fishing Tournament held on May 10, 2025. It was an incredibly tight competition, with podium spots decided on countback and some big fish hitting the decks early in the session. Joining host Andrew Death (2019 Hobie Kayak Fishing World Champion) are the top three finishers from the round: 🥇 Rick King – 1st Place – 109.5cm 🥈 Ryan Honeybrook – 2nd Place – 107.5cm (on countback) 🥉 Aaron Enright – 3rd Place – 107.5cm (on countback) In this episode, we break down the strategies, lure choices, and critical bite windows that helped these anglers find success in challenging conditions. Rick and Ryan even jump on together for a lively chat about fishing side-by-side, swapping tips, and chasing down those metre-plus totals. Highlights in This Episode: Tightest top-three finish of the season — countback decides 2nd & 3rd! Why shallow cranks, Pro Lure Shallows, and motor oil colours dominated the flats. Key techniques for fishing weed edges and working bridges effectively. Insights into the major bite period between 8:36 AM and 11:06 AM. How the leaders handled the long tom problem and maximised their chances at the right time. Behind-the-scenes laughs as Rick, Ryan, and Aaron share stories from the day. Episode Guests Rick King – 1st Place Winner Ryan Honeybrook – 2nd Place Aaron Enright – 3rd Place Sponsors & Shoutouts Big thanks to our ongoing supporters and local legends who keep these tournaments thriving: HWS Hobie Kayaks & Accessories Fishin.com.au Podium Marine Wraps Local tackle shops, including Tackle Addiction and Hot Tackle Support the brands that support the show! Join The Collective Want early access to episodes, exclusive bonus content, and live monthly fishing deep-dives? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective today: 🔗 breamfishingproject.supercast.com 🎧 Whether you're a competitive bream angler or just love learning from the pros, this episode is packed with tips, tactics, and laughs from one of the tightest events of the season.

We’re back in the fast boats on the Tweed River, NSW, for the final ABT qualifier of 2025—two wind-and-rain-soaked days that still produced cracking fishing, a first-time boater champion, and both boater and non-boater Angler of the Year stories. Non-Boaters 1st – Lance Marsh (2.975 kg): Methodical and calm across bridges, walls and the famed Blue Hole; mixed Z-Man GrubZ (motor oil), Cranka Crab, and plastics to stack steady upgrades and claim his second tour win. 2nd – Grant Painter (2.89 kg): Day-one damage on Cranka Crab over Kennedy Drive reef, then switched gears on Day 2 with unweighted Aquas and Gulp Crabby on bridges and walls to hang on for the podium. 3rd – Nathan Booth (2.730 kg) —and 2025 Non-Boater AOY: Versatile across deep rock edges and mid-river rubble with Hurricane Sprat Hybrid 85s (bloodworm tail), grubs on 1/6–1/4 oz heads, and Cranka Crabs. Light leaders (3–4 lb) and smart current angles were key. Boaters 1st – Joe Darmody (5.540 kg total, incl. 3.035 kg Day 2 & big bream ~1.335kg): A clutch Day-2 mega bream off the exposed M1 reef line sealed it. Smart tide calls, precise crankbaiting (Jackall Chubby Brown Suji) along shallow rock and man-made walls, and opportunistic Aquas around structure turned four fish into a match-winning limit. 2nd – Mark Healey (4.935 kg) & back-to-back Boater AOY (497 pts): Classic Healey consistency—deep structure rotations, Cranka Crab on reefs/bridge pylons, and selective crankbait runs. Forward-facing sonar (Active Target 2) helped pick off better schools without over-fishing dead water. 3rd – Ben Cronk (4.680 kg): In his first ABT boater start, leaned on bigger profiles (MMD Soft Prawn 60/75 rigged on heavier jigheads) to glide down rock faces and draw quality bites; finished with tidy back-to-back limits. Patterns & Tackle at a Glance Locations: Kennedy Drive reef, M1 bridge, deep foreshore walls, Blue Hole. Tides: Early bites around the run-in; quality windows on the turn and first of the run-out. Lures: Cranka Crab (brown/olive tones), Jackall Chubby (Brown Suji), Hurricane Sprat Hybrid 85, MMD Soft Prawn, Z-Man GrubZ (motor oil), Gulp Crabby, Aquas. Rigs: 1/6–1/4 oz jigheads to beat heavy flow; 3–6 lb leaders; keep hooks razor-sharp—treble swaps mattered on the tougher Day 2. Plus: playlists are now live—jump into our Tweed bundle on Spotify to binge every Tweed-system episode ahead of the Grand Final prep. Enjoy the interviews, the tactics, and the tales—from first-cast hookups to that once-in-a-season lunchtime kilo-plus bream that changed everything.

August 2025 Monthly Report – The Bream Fishing Project Podcast In this August Monthly Report, Andrew takes you through a big month in the bream fishing scene, bringing together tournament results, Collective news, and his own on-water experiences. It’s a packed episode that reflects on where things stand as we head into the final stretch of the year. You’ll hear about standout results from recent events, including who placed where and the conditions anglers faced on the day. Andrew gives updates from The Bream Fishing Project Collective, including the current lure challenges, member contributions, and upcoming live sessions. He also shares what’s been working for him personally, and some of the lessons learned from time on the water this month. The conversation covers the latest with popular lures like the Squidgy Bug and Crush City Trickster, as well as the role they’ve played in recent sessions. You’ll get a clear snapshot of how anglers are approaching different conditions and how community feedback is shaping the Collective’s challenges going forward. If you’ve been following the comps, want to keep up with the latest trends, or just enjoy the monthly wrap of news and stories from Australia’s bream fishing community, this episode is for you. 🎣 Lures mentioned in this episode: Squidgy Bug, Crush City Trickster.

🎣 NSW Bream Tournament Recap – St Georges Basin | The Bream Fishing Project Podcast In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, host Andrew Death covers Round 3 of the NSW Tournament Series, held on the legendary St Georges Basin, launching out of Sussex Inlet. Across two days of competitive bream fishing, anglers battled calm conditions, an explosion of jellyfish, and the pressure of a stacked leaderboard. Despite the challenges, the top teams delivered impressive bags, showing exactly how to catch big bream in tough conditions. 🎣 Featured Interviews and Key Insights: Team Shiano Nevermind (3rd Place) – Wal discusses adapting to jellyfish-filled waters, how they found a late-day bite window, and their go-to lures and techniques, including the Ecogear ZX30 and vibes. Team Rise Above Plumbing (2nd Place) – Long-time tournament anglers Mark and Glen break down their mixed lure approach using Daiwa Reflex, Gulp Shrimp, and Juro-style lures, plus the impact of moon phases and water clarity. Team Hooked Up DTH Plumbing (1st Place) – Daniel and Steven explain how they secured the win without pre-fishing, using Hurricane SPRs, shallow crankbaits, and LiveScope sonar to target fish around cockle weed and edges. 🎯 What you’ll learn: How to target bream using soft plastics, vibes, crankbaits, and hidden weight rigs Tactics for fishing St Georges Basin in tough conditions Gear setup for tournament bream fishing: rods, reels, lines, and leaders Tips for deepwater bream fishing, using sonar and sounders effectively 🧰 Lures & Gear Mentioned: Daiwa Reflex Hurricane SPR Gulp 2.75” Shrimp Ecogear ZX30 Pro Lure Cranks PowerPro Braid and Sunline Leaders 🙌 Shoutouts to: Daiwa Australia – for the Reflex lure that turned the tide Fishin.com.au – for gear and community support Zeus Tackle – supporting Team Hooked Up Rise Above Plumbing – tournament sponsor and second-place team Casting for a Cause – charity bream competitions supporting children’s hospitals

In this episode, we’re recapping Round One of the 2025 Western Australian Tournament Anglers Kayak Bream Series, held on April 12–13 on the iconic Blackwood River. The event saw top anglers adapt quickly after a late venue change and battle it out under excellent bite conditions, with the river fishing brilliantly across both days. 🥇 Joseph Gardner takes us through his winning tactics and how he bagged 3.91 kg over two days using a combination of Blue Lip Baits’ Pygmy Mussels and Brim Prawns. He explains how key locations and wind direction played a major role, along with his rigging choices on six and eight-pound leaders. 🥈 Ben Oakes gives an in-depth look at how his upgraded triple-sounder setup and dedicated side scan mapping helped him pinpoint productive drop-offs and structure. He shares his successful lure rotation of Slim Swims, Dunks, Aqua Mussels, and Baby Vibes, and talks us through the heartbreaking big fish that got away. 🥉 Paul Burton rounds out the podium with smart use of tried-and-true Slim Swims on his favourite banks. He talks about adjusting his jighead weight to maintain feel, and the importance of early bags and key upgrades that ultimately landed him a spot on the podium. We also touch on: Tide and bite periods from the Fish Activity Wheel (93/96 rating days!) What worked and what didn’t in a system filled with bream The Collective’s free rig and drop shot challenge update How bream behaviour changed across the river with current, wind, and pressure And why balance beams and barnacles made all the difference 🏆 Prize sponsors included: Shimano Australia Pro Lure Australia (featuring the new Hybrid Shrimp) Atomic Lures, Rapala, TT Lures, and Force Lures Special mention to Michelle from Getaway Outdoors Kelmscott and Kanga Brew Coffee Van for supporting the event 🎧 Subscribe now and don’t miss a beat: 👉 breamfishingproject.supercast.com — early access, bonus episodes, and monthly live streams via The Bream Fishing Project Collective. 🎁 Ask about our new Junior Memberships or Father’s Day gift subscriptions — just message Andrew directly! — 📸 Big thanks to Dave Bennett for event photography and WA Tournament Anglers for running a great comp despite location hurdles. 📍Whether you're a comp angler or weekend warrior, this episode is packed with gold — from lure technique breakdowns to reading water and structure. The Bream Fishing Project: Australia’s #1 podcast dedicated to helping you catch more bream on lures, with tips, tricks, and tournament insight from some of the best in the game.

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we’re back at Foster for Round 3 of the Hobie Fishing Series, held on 12–13 April, proudly supported by sponsor Pro Lure. Host Andrew Death not only fished this round but brings you firsthand insights and interviews with the top anglers from the weekend. First up, Ryan Honeybrook, who secured his first Hobie podium with a third-place finish, shares a detailed account of his strategy fishing the Forster racks and the breakwall, how he adapted across both days, the key baits he used—including Aquas and Crabby—and how guidance from his mate at Stoke Lures influenced his approach. Next, we hear from current Hobie Kayak Fishing World Champion Jack Gammie, who claimed second place with an impressively consistent performance. Jack breaks down his tactics targeting shallow rock bars and racks, his lure selection featuring Pro Lure shallow cranks and Aquas, and adjustments he made to leader and presentation to suit conditions. Finally, Luke Rogan—who backed up his 2024 win with another first-place finish in 2025—details his fearless style of skull-dragging big fish from gnarly racks using heavy tackle, bent minnows and crank crabs, and how he managed fish and spots across both days. Luke reflects on how minor changes in conditions between Day 1 and Day 2 influenced his result and shares what this repeat win at Foster means to him. This episode provides a wealth of insights for anglers chasing bream in racks, rock bars, and oyster leases and delivers great stories from some of Australia’s top tournament competitors. 👉 If you’d like even more fishing content, early access to episodes, and exclusive monthly live streams, join The Bream Fishing Project Collective at breamfishingproject.supercast.com.

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we recap Round 1 of the 2025 WA Bream Series, held at stunning Walpole in the Nornalup Inlet. It was a tough two-day boat round under challenging conditions, featuring a four-fish bag limit and a two-week prefish ban that tested the skills of all competitors. We catch up with two top teams from the event: Callum Dowell and Oliver Frank from Team Don’t Blush Bream, who finished third. Callum, founder of Outback Bruma Baits, shares fascinating insights into his lure designs, customizing colors to match local shellfish, and the importance of replicating natural profiles. He and Oliver detail their tournament strategy, including an impressive Day 2 turnaround driven by adapting techniques—from bent minnows to Hurricane Sprats on resin heads, including a subtle but critical adjustment with suspend dots that helped them secure upgrades. Oliver, in just his first tournament, even talks about landing a 50 cm bream and fishing the event with his uncle, Callum. Joseph Gardner and Jenny Gardner from Team B1 & B2, who finished second. Joseph explains why they targeted the scenic Deep River instead of the more familiar Franklin River. They share a breakdown of their successful day-one approach that put them in the lead, including fishing bent minnows deep among snags, precise casting to structure, and carefully rigged Brim Prawns and Pygmy Mussels. Joseph discusses their second-day challenges as conditions and pressure changed, the need to adapt techniques, and Jenny’s crucial contributions to filling the bag when the bite got tough. We also recap the winning performance by Daniel and Mitch Perella, who mounted an extraordinary comeback on Day 2 with a massive four-fish bag for 3.28 kg, including an 870-gram kicker fish—taking the win by over 1.2 kg. Bite Periods and Tides Recap: Saturday: Major bite period at 4:43–7:13 AM, low tide at 7:16 AM (0.17 m), high tide at 8:48 AM (0.35 m). Sunday: Major bite period at 5:36–8:06 AM, low tide at 7:24 AM (0.17 m), high tide at 9:51 AM (0.36 m). Throughout the interviews we explore gear choices, rigging techniques, key adjustments made under pressure, and tournament highlights that illustrate the creativity and skill required to succeed in this tricky fishery. 🎣 Sponsors & Acknowledgments: Thanks as always to our sponsors who make The Bream Fishing Project possible: HWS Hobie Kayaks & Accessories Fishing.com.au Podium Marine Wraps Big thanks to the WA Bream Series organizers and supporting sponsors, including Getaway Outdoors, ZipBaits, and local tackle shops, for their work supporting bream fishing in Western Australia. 👉 Subscribe for more: If you enjoyed this episode and want to improve your bream fishing, subscribe to The Bream Fishing Project wherever you listen to podcasts — and consider joining The Bream Fishing Project Collective for exclusive content, monthly live streams, and deeper dives into the techniques and tactics that help you catch more fish.

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we recap all the action from the Action Fishing Tournament’s Pittwater Round, held on March 23, 2025—a challenging day that tested even the most seasoned anglers. We hear from the top three placegetters, each with their own fascinating stories: 3rd place: Nelson Guerrera, in his very first tournament, shares how he overcame nerves and no pre-fish to secure a podium with boats, pontoons and carefully placed crab casts. 2nd place: Jason Reid reveals his approach to reading structure and fighting hard-won fish in tough conditions, building on his win in the previous round. 1st place: Jamie Dempsey claims back-to-back victories with a measured approach, key lure changes, and an eye for detail that made all the difference. But stay tuned—Andrew also shares his own incredible story from the day… let’s just say that after struggling all day to find fish, the final moments of the comp delivered an unexpected twist. For anglers looking to improve their results and fast-track their learning, join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for exclusive live streams, content and community discussions: breamfishingproject.supercast.com This episode is packed with insights for anyone who loves kayak bream fishing, from beginners through to competitors looking to hone their edge.

🏆 Samaki BREAM Queensland Open 2025 – A Battle on the Gold Coast & Moreton Bay | Full Recap + Angler Interviews Welcome back to The Bream Fishing Project! In this episode, we dive deep into the 2025 Samaki BREAM Queensland Open, run by ABT and contested across two iconic Queensland fisheries: the Gold Coast canals (June 28) and Moreton Bay (June 29). This is the third year we’ve covered this prestigious event on the podcast, and we’re starting to see patterns, standout performers, and unforgettable moments emerge across the timeline. With the event held under ABT’s fully app-based format, the focus was on results, tactics, and making the most of limited time on the water—and the anglers delivered. From motor breakdowns and monster fish to strategy shifts and tight leaderboard battles, this one has everything. 🎣 1st Place – Luke Rogan Luke secured his first Queensland Open title with a monster 4.676kg bag from the Gold Coast on Day 1, anchored by a 40.5cm fork-length beast. He talks through his gear choices, including a heavy rotation of edge rods, zip baits, and crushed crab lures. Day 2 proved challenging in the bay, but a smart decision to finish in the canals helped lock in the win. Listen in for a raw, honest account of landing (and losing) trophy fish—and how 10 years of effort finally paid off. 🎣 2nd Place – Bernard Kong Bernard’s story is one of pure grit and adaptability. After suffering a motor failure on Day 1, he fished the entire session on electric power alone and still came in 5th overnight. With support from mates in the community, he borrowed a boat for Day 2 and made the most of his time on the water, targeting the front ends of canals and fishing slowly with zip baits and crabby presentations. He credits the slower pace—and a couple of clutch fish in the final minutes—for one of his best results to date. 🎣 3rd Place – Mick Slade Mick delivered a consistent two-day performance, weighing 3.317kg on Saturday and 2.8kg on Sunday for a total of 6.117kg. In this chat, Mick runs through a diverse bag of techniques, including crankbaiting pontoons, fishing Pro Lure prawns and crabs, and using topwater in the canals. It’s a classic tale of persistence, a bit of tech trouble with the app, and a well-earned podium finish. 🕘 We also cover bite periods, tide charts, and moon phases, and look back at past Queensland Opens from 2023 and 2024 to compare bag sizes and event conditions. Whether you’re chasing trends or just want to hear great stories from elite tournament anglers, this episode delivers. 🎧 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective Want early access to episodes like this, bonus content, and exclusive live streams breaking down lures, techniques, and results in detail? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective. It’s your chance to learn faster, fish smarter, and be part of a growing Australian bream fishing community. Subscriptions start for less than the price of a single lure per month. 🧠 Recent topics in the Collective include: Using 2 & 3 lb straight-through fluorocarbon Mastering chubby-style lures and crankbait techniques Crabs, mussels, and hybrid baits 🎣 Proudly supported by: HWS Hobie Fishing – For all your kayak fishing needs fishin.com.au – Australia's online fishing tackle destination Podium Marine Wraps – Premium boat wraps and custom marine branding Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed the episode, leave a rating or review and share it with your fishing mates. See you next Tuesday on The Bream Fishing Project.

🎣 July Monthly Report – Swains Reef Adventures, Tournament Rundown & the Free Rig Challenge In this packed episode of The Bream Fishing Project, Andrew Death is joined once again by Brett Geddes for the July Monthly Report — and there's plenty to cover! From offshore adventures to grassroots tackle experimentation, this episode dives deep into what's been happening across the bream fishing scene. Topics covered include: • A full tournament calendar rundown for July across NSW, QLD, WA, and the ABT • Brett’s first-hand insight into Gippsland’s booming perch and bream numbers thanks to stocking efforts • Andrew’s Swains Reef trip recap with ET — including big sharks, coral trout, GTs, and one unforgettable enhanced sausage sandwich • The launch of the Collective’s new challenge: drop shot and free rig fishing, plus Brett’s honest first impressions • Massive session recaps with hundreds of perch and bream landed in recent trips • A heartfelt tribute to Victorian angler Dougie Fair • Giveaway results for new Collective subscribers featuring a prize pack from Force Lures • This month’s featured record: Rust Never Sleeps by Neil Young 🎧 Subscribe to The Bream Fishing Project Collective to unlock bonus episodes, live streams, early access to interviews, and exclusive giveaways: 👉 https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com Thanks to our sponsors: Hobie Fishing, fishin.com.au, Podium Marine Wraps, and Force Lures.

🎧 ABT Foster Round 2 Recap – Crabs, Grubs & Gutsy Calls: AOY Battle Heats Up | The Bream Fishing Project Back-to-back Foster comps! In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we return to the stage of last week’s action for Round 2 of the 2025 Daiwa BREAM Series. The fish had seen it all. Pressure was up, the weather was finally calm, and the Angler of the Year race was down to two names: Mark Crompton and Mark Healey. Six top anglers break down their tournament—how they adapted, adjusted, and pushed through fatigue and traffic on the water to land the right fish at the right time. From prawn bites and dirty water grinds to dramatic last-minute upgrades and technical rack extractions, this episode is full of insights from both new faces and seasoned veterans. 🎙 Interviews in this episode: 🟡 Drew Reid (3rd, Non-Boater) – In just his first ABT events, Drew takes us through six days on Foster including adapting to four completely different boaters. He reflects on how each taught him something new—from grub fishing with Scott Wilson to prawn presentations with John Glover. His comp ended with a calm, clutch finish using Daiwa prawns and a rolling crank in tight water. 🟡 Lance Marsh (2nd, Non-Boater) – Lance shares his evolution from a double donut in his first ABT four years ago to now bagging out early and calmly upgrading his way to second place. His consistent approach—casting Z-Man prawns at every pole he could see—paid off, as did smart decisions to fish hard while the tide was still high. 🟡 Mark Street (1st, Non-Boater) – An emotional win. Mark reflects on slow starts, exacting lure changes, and a deep-diving chubby upgrade right before weigh-in that helped him edge the win by just 20 grams. His honest recap includes the challenges of casting accuracy, changing hook weights, and the power of staying composed under pressure. 🟡 Paul Langley (3rd, Boater) – Paul returns for his second third-place finish in a week on the same waterway. He opens up on how he used clean water, wall structure, and subtle adjustments in presentation to deliver results. His use of active target and careful spot management helped both himself and his non-boaters finish high. 🟡 Chris Smith (2nd, Boater) – Chris reveals how a new rock wall he’d never fished before produced fish every day of both Foster rounds. He details how fish were striking crankbaits at the rod tip and explains how simplicity and confidence helped him commit to the same lures all week—earning a strong runner-up finish. 🟡 Mark Crompton (1st, Boater) – The win that sets up the AOY decider. Mark talks about risky choices that paid off, pushing into racks others wouldn’t touch, and the importance of speed rigging and line angles. The Daiwa Bait Junkie Grub once again played a starring role, and Mark shares why it remains one of the most underrated—but deadly—lures in comp fishing. 🌊 Tides & Bite Periods: Saturday: 55 activity rating. Major bite: 7:10–9:40 AM. High tide 5:34 AM (1.24 m), Low at 11:41 AM (0.41 m) Sunday: 65 activity rating. Major bite: 7:52–10:22 AM. High tide 6:19 AM (1.22 m), Low at 12:16 PM (0.40 m) (Note: Tides inside Foster lagged up to 2 hours.) 🎣 If you're enjoying the podcast... Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective, a subscriber-only community for anglers who want more from their time on the water. Members get early access to episodes, live group Q&As, exclusive content, and a chance to be part of monthly lure challenges. 👉 breamfishingproject.supercast.com 💥 Thanks to our sponsors: Hobie Fishing, fishin.com.au, Podium Marine Wraps, and lure brands featured in this episode including Daiwa, Z-Man, Cranka, Karisma, and Bait Junkie. 🎥 Mentioned: Drew Reid’s YouTube channel – Moment of Stoke. Just search “Moment of Stoke Bream” on YouTube. 🎧 Hosted by 2019 Hobie Kayak Fishing World Champion, Andrew Death.

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we’re back at one of my all-time favourite arenas — Forster — to recap Round 1 of the 2025 Daiwa BREAM Series, proudly presented by ABT and sponsored by X-Braid. With the Manning River round cancelled due to weather, Forster stepped up to host the first of two back-to-back events across June 4–5 — and the fishing didn’t disappoint. We kick things off with Sam Raco, who took 3rd place in the non-boating division with 2.865 kg. After a slow start and no fish until 11 a.m. on Day 1, Sam found success working racks with Outback Breamer muss lures and Bait Junkie Risky Critters, before pulling a critical late-session upgrade on a Cranka Crab that bumped him into the top three by just 30 grams. But the standout performance of the round came from Mark Healey, who delivered a commanding win in the boating division with 10 fish for 6.975 kg — more than a full kilo ahead of second place. Mark overcame major hurdles just to compete — including mechanical issues during pre-fish that forced him to borrow a boat — yet still produced a flawless two-day campaign. He leaned on years of experience, precise crab presentations, and thoughtful spot management. His Day 1 included the big bream of the event, a 1.485 kg unit that helped secure his overnight lead. Day 2 saw him nearly crack 4 kg, sealing the win in dominant fashion. Healey breaks down his winning approach: Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Light Vanford 2500HG 6 lb Sunline Castaway braid and 8–10 lb Ocea fluorocarbon leader Heavy Cranka Crabs in UV Olive for maximum line contact and drift control in tight structure Also featured: 🥇 Ethan Glover – 1st place non-boater (3.470 kg), landing quality upgrades on crabs and rolling crankbaits 🥉 Paul Langley – 3rd place boater (5.475 kg), building bags with Gulp Crabbies and finesse grubs 🥈 Steven Pryke – 2nd place boater (5.820 kg), combining crankbaits, plastics, and a new reef find via LiveScope — plus an unplanned swim mid-session! This is one of the most detailed breakdowns we’ve had — full of smart tactical choices, late-session clutch moments, and some truly quality bags. 🎣 Want more? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective at breamfishingproject.supercast.com — get early access to episodes, join lure-specific challenges, tune into exclusive livestreams, and grab a tournament shirt before they’re gone.

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to the mighty Botany Bay on the Georges River in Sydney to recap the NSW BREAM Tournament Series round held on the 9th of March 2025. A one-day event with everything from boat trouble and bad weather to big fish and first-place finishes. We hear from: 🎣 Abz Machlaoui and Rashid Ammoun from Team Finesse Angler who landed third place with a 3.89 kg bag, including the event’s Big Bream at 1.13 kg. Abz shares a chaotic but inspiring day that included rain, a collision, and a massive late-session upgrade using the Daiwa Baitjunkie 2.95" Flick in Red Herring. 🎣 Dane Tomaszeki and Adam Lacey from Team Zeus Tackle who finished second with 4.01 kg. They break down their precision pontoon approach with crabs and mussels, talk through heartbreaking near misses, and reflect on how Adam’s 1.1 kg fish nearly took Big Bream honours. 🎣 Ahmad Mahfoud and Rabih Itani from Team Smart Fish / Precision Building Maintenance who dominated the field with a 4.74 kg bag. They cover their methodical run from East Hills to Woolooware Bay, landing multiple kilo-class fish using Jackall Chubbies and Atomic Crank 38s in key current zones. You’ll get lure talk, tactical insight, and some great stories from a tough but rewarding day on one of Sydney’s iconic Bream fisheries. 🔗 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective Get early access to episodes, bonus content, live streams, and monthly lure-specific challenges: 👉 breamfishingproject.supercast.com Subscribe, share, and enjoy the show!

Daiwa BREAM Series – Blackwood River WA | May 17–18, 2025 – Full Event Recap In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we’re heading back to the picturesque but punishing Blackwood River in Western Australia to break down the Daiwa BREAM Series round held over the weekend of May 17–18, 2025. With conditions proving difficult across both days—flat conditions, fog delays, speed restrictions, and finicky fish—the event became a real test of patience, presentation, and local knowledge. Despite the challenges, Rob Dawson came out on top in the boating division with a unique stat: matching weights of 1.93 kg on both days of competition. In a field full of experienced competitors, consistency was key. Joining the show are all six podium finishers—boaters and non-boaters—who walk us through their pre-fish strategies, lure choices, on-the-day decisions, and what they’d do differently next time. You’ll hear from: Boating Division: Rob Dawson (1st), Greg Cooper (2nd), and Mark Crompton (3rd) Non-Boating Division: Ben Oakes (1st), Ruan Vanderberg (2nd), and Michael Saot (3rd) From jerkbaits and sprats to mussel vibes, baby vibes, and finesse presentations, the stories highlight how subtle adjustments and sheer persistence made all the difference. Whether it was long casts with stick minnows, twitching Noris laydown minnows across wind-blown flats, or dragging Z-Man craws along the bottom, each angler found a different way to unlock fish. There are also some great personal reflections—Ruan revisits his early days on the show, Rob discusses guiding on the Blackwood, and Mark shares how one turned belly-up fish possibly cost him the win. It’s a great reminder of how small margins often define tournament results. 🎣 Join the Bream Fishing Project Collective If you want to learn more between comps, consider joining The Bream Fishing Project Collective. Members get early access to episodes, exclusive live streams, and take part in lure-specific challenges aimed at helping you improve your results on the water. 👉 breamfishingproject.supercast.com

🎣 The Monthly Report – June 2025 Welcome back to The Bream Fishing Project! In this packed June edition of the Monthly Report, Andrew is joined once again by Brett Geddes for a wide-ranging and insight-rich conversation. From competition recaps to deep dives into tackle, tactics, and Collective breakthroughs — this episode is full of value for serious bream anglers. We cover: Tournament updates from Foster, Georges River, Lake Macquarie, Nelson, Peel Inlet, and more East Coast Bream Series recap Lure-specific discussions: crabs, mussels, baby vibes, and prawns Big fish stories (including a 91cm flathead on 4lb leader) Tech talk: forward-facing sonar, side imaging, sounder insights Collective highlights and lessons learned from shared experimentation Brett’s milestone: 1,000+ bream caught so far in 2025 A tribute to Brett’s father and the joy of multi-generational fishing trips 🎁 Subscriber Giveaway Two Force Lures prize packs are up for grabs — one for new subscribers and another exclusively for members of The Bream Fishing Project Collective. Sign up now to be included in the draw! 🧠 Join the Collective Take your fishing to the next level. Be part of our lure-specific challenges, live-streamed mastermind sessions, and early episode access. 👉 Join now at: breamfishingproject.supercast.com 📺 Watch + Subscribe on YouTube Want to see the lures, rigging tips, and on-screen tackle chat? Watch the full Monthly Report episode on YouTube. 📢 Don’t forget to hit the subscribe button on our channel to get all the latest fishing interviews, breakdowns, and gear reviews! 👉 youtube.com/@thebreamfishingproject 🐟 Featured Brands & Gear: Outback Breamer Baits – Makers of “The Muss” and “Lil Muss,” tournament-proven mussel imitation lures designed in WA. 🌐 outbackbreamerbaits.com Blue Lip Baits – Joey’s handcrafted mussels and chin weights, perfect for finesse fishing and deep presentations. Force Lures – Known for the Spider Crab, a standout performer in the Collective’s mussel & crab challenge. Chasebaits – The Chasebaits Junior 65mm soft plastic is proving lethal on bream and perch. Pro Lure – Featuring Prey Minnows and the new Ultra Gar, plus the 220mm version for offshore action. Burley Pro – Kayak accessories to optimize your time on the water. 🙌 Thanks for listening — don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, join The Collective, and subscribe on YouTube for more epic bream fishing content. Tight lines!

Jamie McKeown – 3-Time Australian Open Champion Full Episode Description: In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, I’m joined by Jamie McKeown, who has just made history by becoming a three-time winner of the Daiwa BREAM Australian Open. With 15 fish for 10.405 kg across three days on Sydney Harbour, Jamie delivered one of the most consistent and hard-fought victories we’ve seen in years. We go deep into: 🎣 His practice day strategy 🚤 How he broke down boat hull zones across the harbour 🦀 The lures that made the difference: Outback Breamer Baits Mini Muss, PML Claw Crab, ZipBaits Khamsin Tiny, and the all-new Samaki Redic 40 💡 Tuning tips, boat positioning, and bite windows 🧠 The mental game of chasing a win — including moments he thought he’d lost it From Day 1 heartbreak to the winning bite on Day 3, Jamie shares everything: the gear, the thinking, and the hard-earned lessons that helped him come out on top once again. 👥 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective Become part of the team. Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus content, and join our lure-specific challenges designed to help you catch more fish. Each challenge focuses on one lure style over 4–6 weeks so we can all improve together. 👉 https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com 👕 Limited Tournament Shirts Our official Bream Fishing Project tournament shirts are almost sold out — grab one while you still can. 📺 Watch the Full Video on YouTube Check out the full video version of this interview on our YouTube channel — including footage, visuals, and bonus content. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe on YouTube to stay up to date: The Bream Fishing Project on YouTube 📸 Follow us on Instagram @thebreamfishingproject 💬 If you're enjoying the show, please share it with your mates or leave a quick review — it really helps us grow.

2025 Daiwa BREAM Australian Open – Day 1 & 2 Deep Dive (feat. Tim Vickers & Steve Morgan) In this first part of our two-episode special, The Bream Fishing Project takes you into the heart of the 2025 Daiwa BREAM Australian Open — one of Australia’s premier lure-only bream tournaments, fished across Sydney Harbour and launching from Drummoyne Sailing Club. Host Andrew Death sets the tone with a sharp overview of the tournament structure, timing, and bite windows, before shifting gears into two of the most insightful, technical, and honest interviews you’ll hear all season. 🎣 Tim Vickers – From Bust-Offs to the Podium We follow Tim Vickers’ incredible run across the first two days of competition. After a tough Day 1 plagued by dropped fish and difficult conditions, Tim rebounds on Day 2 with a huge 3.945 kg bag, rocketing up the leaderboard into third. He walks us through: Fishing tight timber structure with 3lb straight-through and a 7’8” Daiwa Infeet rod How he managed fish that should have bricked him, using finesse gear, long rod angles, and clever boat control The bite patterns in Watsons Bay, Clifton Gardens, Shark Island, and Double Bay How lure colour, sink rate, and slack line presentation with the Pro Lure Hybrid Shrimp were absolutely critical Mental game under pressure, leaderboard strategy, and the decisions that shaped his comeback Tim also gives a brilliant look at his setup, mindset, and a few missteps — including pushing a hot spot too hard on Day 2 that came back to bite him on Day 3. 🐟 Steve Morgan – Precision Tactics & Big Bream in Crunch Time Next, Steve Morgan jumps on for a full tournament recap, and it’s classic Steve — analytical, honest, and deeply tactical. Steve dives into: His stick minnow-only strategy and why it dominated under calm, sunny, finesse conditions How he fished shallow moored boats with forward-facing sonar, presenting stick minnows with slack-line precision The specific Daiwa gear, lure modifications, and hook upgrades that turned lookers into biters Why he targeted eastern harbour over Parramatta River and how fish condition and location made a 150g per fish difference His Day 3 heroics, including landing a 38cm kicker in the final minutes to leapfrog into second place overall, justedging out Mario. Steve also breaks down his tournament planning, mindset, tackle selection, and how he thinks brim fishing coverage should evolve — making this a must-listen for serious anglers. This episode is packed with real tournament pressure, decision-making under fire, and gear breakdowns that you can apply straight to your own fishing. Whether you're here for the story or to sharpen your skills, this is one of the most in-depth episodes we’ve done. 🧢 Stay tuned for Part 2 — where we’ll catch up with the 2025 BREAM Australian Open Champion for a full breakdown of the win. Join the Bream Fishing Project Collective to level up your tournament fishing: breamfishingproject.supercast.com

Big Bream and Big Stories on the Hawkesbury – Daiwa BREAM Series May 2025 In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to the Hawkesbury River for the Daiwa BREAM Series, held over the weekend of May 3–4, 2025, with Bait Junkie as the proud round sponsor. It was a huge event with fast boats, heavy fuel bills, and some massive bream hitting the scales. We catch up with the top three non-boaters: 🎣 Rodney O’Sullivan – 1st place with 4.965kg 🎣 Aaron Bonser – 2nd place with 4.215kg 🎣 Aaron Booby – 3rd place with 4.1kg And the top three boaters: 🚤 Peter Breukel – 1st place with 8.59kg 🚤 Mark Crompton – 2nd place with 8.51kg 🚤 Mark Healey – 3rd place with 8.37kg We break down how each angler approached the comp — from chasing bream in deep current with UV crabs, to working rock walls and oyster racks, to high-speed runs up to Spencer and beyond. There's plenty of insight into tackle choices, bite patterns, Active Target use, and the key decisions that led to podium finishes. 🎣 Plus, don’t forget we’re halfway through our Mussel & Crab Lure Challenge inside The Bream Fishing Project Collective. Our mid-session catch-up Zoom is on Wednesday, May 21 at 8 p.m., and if you’re not in the Collective yet, join now at 👉 breamfishingproject.supercast.com Thanks again to our sponsors: HWS Hobie, fishin.com.au, Podium Marine Wraps, Bait Junkie, and all of our Collective supporters.

Here’s a polished podcast episode description based on your transcript: 🎣 Vic Bream Classics 2025 – Club Marine East Gippsland Bream Classic Location: Gippsland Lakes Dates: March 22–23, 2025 This week on The Bream Fishing Project, we head to Gippsland Lakes for the Club Marine East Gippsland, Round 1 of the Vic Bream Classics 2025 series — and what a cracking round it was! With Gippsland Lakes absolutely firing, we break down an epic weekend of bream fishing, from record bags to monster upgrades and wild rides in the straits. Hear from the top three teams: 🥇 Team Zero Technique (Josh Jeffery & Connor Jackson): The new kids on the block stormed to victory with an incredible 6.86kg day-one bag and a 410g win margin — despite a late penalty scare! 🥈 Team Lowrance/Miller Rods (Paul Malov & Alex Franchuk ): Two second-place finishes in a row for these seasoned anglers, who share their tactics, heartbreak losses, and 21-rod tournament setups. 🥉 Team Samurai Rods (Dan Mackrell & Declan Betts): From 25th to 3rd with a huge 6.54kg day two bag — the guys dive deep into the strategy behind their comeback and the moment it all turned. Along the way, you’ll hear how baby flathead, elephant pants, and mid-comp dance moves all played a part in this action-packed round. 💬 Plus, stay tuned for tide and bite period data, lure selections, structure breakdowns, and an interesting discussion on how rod selection might be the key to landing big bream in gnarly snags. 🎧 Want more like this — and early access to episodes, exclusive content, and monthly live streams? 👉 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective: https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com 🎁 New subscribers go into the draw for a Force Lures prize pack — odds are great, so sign up today! 👉 https://forcelures.com.au

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to the Glenelg River for the Bream Master South Australia round, held on March 22–23, 2025. This round was a Hobie qualifying event and delivered an incredibly tight finish, with just 50 grams separating second through sixth place. Join Andrew as he interviews the top three anglers — Kobe Rothel, Dylan Pace, and Sean Pearson — for a deep dive into their winning strategies, techniques, and bait choices. Kobe Rothel shares how he cracked over 5kg using mussel-style presentations, while Dylan Pace reflects on a rollercoaster weekend full of long river runs, lost kilo fish, and a strong Day 2 comeback. Sean Pearson discusses transitioning from surface lures in pre-fish to a deeper bite during competition and explains how subtle rigging and lure changes helped secure his third-place finish. We also break down the bite periods, tides, and environmental changes that made this event unique — plus a quick mention of the Australian Open wrapping up and the launch of our latest Collective Challenge: Crabs and Mussels. Brands and lures mentioned in this episode include: Outback Breamer Baits – including the highly effective mussel presentations Gladiator Tackle Force Lures Fishin.com.au – source of the popular Baby Vibe Hurricane Lures Find them on Facebook – Blue Lip Baits 💬 Want to be part of the Collective Challenge and access exclusive member giveaways (like the Force Lures pack)? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective: 👉 https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com Thanks for listening — don’t forget to rate, follow, and share if you’re enjoying the show!

🎣 May 2025 Monthly Report with Brett Geddes – Mussel Lures, Micro Vibes & Unique Techniques In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, Andrew Death is joined by regular guest Brett Geddes to discuss the latest in bream fishing across Australia. They touch on upcoming competitions around the country and delve into the effectiveness of various lures, including mussel and crab imitations, baby vibes, and micro blades. Highlights from the episode include: Outback Breamer Baits' Mussel Vibe: A standout performer this season, these lures have proven effective in various conditions. Explore their range here Gladiator Tackle: Known for their quality and innovation, their range of lures and accessories are tailored for Australian conditions. Check out their products Force Lures: Offering a variety of lures designed to appeal to a wide array of fish species, these are versatile tools for any angler. Discover more Fishin.com.au: Your one-stop online shop for a vast selection of fishing gear, from lures to rods, catering to all your angling needs. Browse their extensive catalog Hurricane Lures: Specializing in bream lures, their products are designed for Australian conditions. View their offerings Blue Lip Baits: Find them on Facebook – Blue Lip Baits. The episode also features shoutouts to impressive efforts by listeners: Mike from Tasmania and his creative blade technique, Nev's rapid rise on YouTube, and a look at how Collective members are embracing the current mussel lure challenge. Special thanks to Outback Breamer Baits, Blue Lip Baits, Gladiator Tackle, Force Lures, Fishin.com.au, and Hurricane Lures for backing this month’s challenge and supporting The Bream Fishing Project Collective. 🎧 Join the Collective and get access to bonus episodes, live streams, and all past content at: https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com

This week on The Bream Fishing Project, we’re heading back to one of my favorite battlegrounds — the mighty Georges River — for Round 2 of the 2025 Action Fishing Tournaments! The Georges threw plenty of challenges our way, but it also delivered some absolute magic for the anglers who cracked the code. In this episode, I’ll walk you through the day's conditions, a few insights from my own session, and then we dive into interviews with the top three anglers who lit it up when it mattered most. Joshua Richards kicks things off with a gritty performance fishing out of a no-frills Hobie Outback — no sounder, no 180 drive, not even a paddle! He shares how simplicity and good decision-making carried him onto the podium. Next up, Jamie Dempsey talks us through his climb to second place, revealing how he tuned his crankbaits to perfection, pulled crucial upgrades from boat hulls, and leaned on a perfectly balanced finesse setup to make it all happen. And finally, Jason Reid caps off the episode with a wild story of landing a monster 45.5cm bream on 4lb leader after a heart-stopping battle around the pontoons — a fish that not only secured him first place but also Big Bream honors for the day. You’ll hear about tackle choices, lure selections, tuning tricks, and some crazy moments that made all the difference. If you’re chasing your next PB or just love hearing how tournaments are won, you’ll love this one! Plus, don’t miss the updates on the next Action Fishing Tournament rounds — including Redcliffe and Tuggerah Lakes — and a reminder that The Bream Fishing Project Collective is gearing up for our next live session on Wednesday, 30 April. Jump in now at breamfishingproject.supercast.com to be part of it! Massive thanks to Joshua, Jamie, and Jason for sharing their stories — and congrats again on some seriously impressive fishing. Let’s dive into it!

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to the mighty Bemm River for Round 2 of the 2025 Hobie Kayak Fishing Series, held on March 1st and 2nd. The fishing was fierce, the bite periods were tight, and the final results came down to just grams between podium places. Join host Andrew Death as he recaps the weekend’s conditions, breaks down the tides and bite periods, and dives deep into full interviews with the top three finishers: 🥇 Joel Crosby – claiming his first win since 2015 with a razor-thin 60-gram margin 🥈 Joseph Gardner – the reigning Australian Champion, charging hard into second 🥉 Brad Clark – Big Brim winner and a standout performance at a tough venue Hear how each angler approached the system, their lure choices, how the bite changed across the weekend, and the critical adjustments that made the difference. 🎣 Want to improve your fishing? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for early access to episodes, bonus content, and exclusive live streams. Our next members-only session is on Wednesday, 1st May — make sure you sign up by Monday night, 29th April to be part of it: 👉 breamfishingproject.supercast.com 🧢 Tournament shirts are still available – $50 plus postage. Message Andrew to grab yours while stocks last! Thanks for listening, and see you on the water.

🎣 Hurricane Round Recap – A New Champ Emerges at Gippsland Lakes! In this highly anticipated episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to Gippsland Lakes for the Hurricane round of the Hobie Kayak Fishing Series — and what a cracker of an event it turned out to be! With a last-minute venue change, near-perfect weather, and serious fish activity, it was a round full of surprises. A brand new winner emerged in just his second-ever kayak comp, taking top spot by a mere 20 grams — even after a 100g time penalty! Hear how Leon battled cramps, dehydration, and a late start to power through with a pair of cracking bags. We also catch up with Simon Morley and Tony Petty, aka Batman and Robin, who took out second and third place respectively. They share their tactics, locations, and the lures that helped them secure podium finishes. This episode is packed with insights, gear breakdowns, bite period observations, and on-water stories from some of Australia’s most dedicated kayak anglers. 🎧 Want more in-depth fishing talk, live streams, and bonus content? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective here: https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com

🎣 April 2025 ABT Clarence River Wrap-Up | Floods, Plastics & First-Time Winners! In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to the mighty Clarence River in northern NSW for the ABT Daiwa Bream Series round held on March 29–30, 2025. Despite flood conditions and plenty of rain, the fish were there—and so were the stories. Andrew breaks down the tides, bite periods, and weather before diving into interviews with some of the standout performers of the weekend: 🥇 John Parkinson – scoring his first-ever ABT win in the non-boater division. 🥈 Ethan Glover – still in school, but already showing up on the podium. 🥉 Joe Darmody – putting together a solid performance for third in the boaters. 🥈 Kris Hickson – fresh off the World Black Bass Championships in Italy, landing second place and dropping serious insights. Plus, hear the gear setups, lure choices, bite windows, and a fascinating theory about how bream use rock walls as landmarks in floodwater. 💡 Whether you're prepping for a comp or just love learning how the pros approach tough conditions, this one’s for you. 👉 Check out ABT Tournaments for event info and upcoming rounds. 👉 Want more? Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for early access to episodes, bonus content, and live tactical sessions with top anglers. 🎧 Thanks for listening—don’t forget to subscribe and rate the show on your favourite podcast platform!

🎣 April 2025 Monthly Report with Brett Geddes | The Bream Fishing Project In this month’s report, I’m joined once again by the legendary Brett Geddes for an epic session full of insight, ideas, and a bit of bream-fishing madness. We cover everything from comps around the country to some seriously creative soft plastic prawn setups, bottom-grubbing techniques, and even some weird (but very effective) double-rig experimentation. We also dig into: What’s been happening in the Vic Bream scene How prawns, rattles, and superglue are changing the game Tweaks and tricks for soft plastic rigging Insights into Lake Wellington, active target tech, and blades in the shallows Plus some standout stories from the road (and the kayak) — including a last-minute comp bag fill in just three casts! This one's packed with gold, laughs, and practical tips that’ll definitely get you thinking. 💬 Got feedback or want to join the conversation? Head to the Collective or tag @thebreamfishingproject on Instagram. 👉 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective here: https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com/