This episode of the High Tide Podcast, brought to you by Blake's Marine, aired on the 5th of April following a brief hiatus due to NBN connectivity issues. The hosts open the show by commemorating Anzac Day, paying tribute to the service of both humans and animals in the armed forces, specifically mentioning the Light Horse Brigade.

Local Fishing Reports

The episode provides comprehensive regional fishing updates for various Australian locations:

• Northern Beaches & Sydney: Mitch from Narrabeen Bait and Tackle reports active fishing for Dewfish, Bream, Flathead, and Hairtail in the Hawkesbury and Pittwater regions.
• Coffs Harbour: Josh notes a good run of Marlin and Yellowfin out wide, with Snapper and Mackerel found closer to shore.
• Tamworth & Inland: Dam levels remain steady, with Yellow Belly and Cod being caught on black grubs and spinnerbaits in the Keeper and Chaffey Dams.
• South Coast (Narooma): The "Ocean Hut" reports crystal clear water at 23°C, with Snapper, Flathead, and Kingfish active around the island.
• Canberra: Local lakes like Burley Griffin and Burrinjuck are producing Yellow Belly on worms and soft plastics.

Special Guests & Industry Insights

• Paul Burt (Step Outside): Joins the program to discuss the challenging offshore conditions in Southeast Queensland due to strong southerly winds. He shares advice on wading the flats for Whiting using unweighted yabbies and light tackle. He also recounts a dramatic story from the tropics involving a large snake consuming a wallaby.
• Mark Banasiak (Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party): Discusses the structural struggles facing the commercial fishing industry. He highlights concerns regarding the shift toward aquaculture, arguing for stronger labeling to distinguish between wild-caught and farmed seafood for consumers
• Steve Bowler(Tenterfield Firearms): Offers a perspective on the intersection of politics and outdoor sports, while providing a report on the dry conditions impacting the Tenterfield region. He shares technical advice for targeting Cod when they are "shut down," recommending a switch from natural colors to bright, outrageous lures to trigger a defensive strike.