A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
Volume 17, No. 1, December ’24/January ’25
Welcome to our first newsletter of 2025!
Apologies for the delay in getting this newsletter out. After spending several weeks in Sydney for Ann’s second hip replacement, some things had to take a backseat. On behalf of Ann, I’d like to extend our gratitude to everyone who sent their well-wishes and the thoughtful card, organised by our social secretary. Read More »
Fed’s Simple Possum Emerger is a minimalist yet highly effective fly that utilises natural possum fur to simulate an emerging insect. This emerger pattern is ideal for dry fly fishing, particularly during the early stages of a hatch when trout are actively seeking emergers just beneath the surface. Read More »
The Pheasant Tail Possum Emerger is an innovative fly pattern originally crafted by Jan Spencer, a two-time Australian national representative fly fisher. It imitates an emerging insect, a crucial stage in the aquatic insect life cycle when they rise from the water to the surface. Read More »
In the world of fly fishing, creativity and innovation often result in effective fly patterns that perform exceptionally well. One such pattern is the Bead Head Yellow Squiggly, a pattern attributed to a YouTube discovery but not properly credited by the presenter. Read More »
The Battle Over Trout Stocking in the Monaro Region
Trout stocking in the Snowy Monaro region has long been central to its economy and culture, but recent stocking bans have sparked controversy.
In the heart of the Snowy Monaro region, trout fishing has long been more than just a pastime. Read More »
Bream fishing has always been a game of patience and observation. Experienced anglers know that Bream often prefer to inhale a static fly, rather than chase after one that’s rapidly moving. This behaviour inspired Craig Coltman to develop the Polar Fibre Minnow, a highly effective fly that has become a favourite for many in the fly-fishing community. Read More »