What fish can you catch in the Barwon river?

Most abundant angling fish are tench, short-finned eel, redfin and brown trout. Other species are river blackfish, common galaxias, spotted galaxias, congoli, Australian grayling, Australian smelt, flathead gudgeon and goldfish.

How do you catch mulloway in a river?

Try to cast toward shallower water working back toward the deep as active fish will move to shallower margins where the bait is to feed and ambush prey. A good sounder is invaluable if lure or bait fishing. Always keep a keen eye out for bait and of course larger predators trailing them.

Where is the best place to catch mulloway?

Their habitat range extends from the upper tidal limits of coastal rivers in near-drinkable water to reefs and offshore gravel beds many kilometers from the coast. They are particularly fond of hunting in river mouths and adjacent coastal areas along rocky foreshores and beaches where baitfish and squid are abundant.

Where can I fish Barwon in Geelong?

The upper reaches of the Barwon river around Ocean Grove and Barwon heads have a very high volume of yellow-eye mullet, salmon and whiting. Fishing along the jetties on river parade or sheep wash road you can catch countless of them using small hooks. You will also find trevally, flathead, gurnard, pinkies, bream.

Are there sharks in the Barwon River?

Barwon Heads Boardriders club member Wayne Cahir said he had seen three sharks over the past six months, but was unsure of their size. “It’s not really anything drastically unusual — you have to expect them from time to time,” he said.

What is biting at Barwon Heads?

Downstream of the bridge the Barwon Heads jetty is a popular spot for catching whiting, snapper and mullet. Fishing is also very popular out to sea, with many fisherman heading out out from the Heads catch various species of shark including blue sharks, mako sharks and thrasher sharks.

What is the best time to catch mulloway?

dusk and dawn
The best fishing times are at dusk and dawn especially with a rising tide. Mulloway, once caught, will typically make two runs and it is best to let them run on their first and bring them in on their second run. Be careful when gaffing and handling this fish, taking care to always support the body.

What time of year is best for jewfish?

The prime time is between July and September but October can be productive if the cold water hangs around longer than expected. During these colder months the tides reverse order and the highest highs occur at night, unlike in summer when the spring tides occur during the day.

Is it safe to swim in the Barwon River?

However, inland waterways often have hidden dangers, such as strong currents and submerged objects. Conditions can change rapidly with flooding occurring quickly. It is because of these risks we strongly discourage swimming in the Barwon River.

Is the Barwon River saltwater?

Originally built to prevent salt water moving upstream, it now keeps the river level through Geelong constant and is an important crossing point. Construction on the weir started in late 1838 under Captain Foster Fyans and was completed by May 1840.

Can you catch squid in Barwon Heads?

Targeting Squid at Barwon Heads Targeting squid is a fun form of fishing growing in popularity with the reward of fresh calamari. Squid can be caught all year round, you will find them in shallow weedy areas and they respond well to jigs in clear water conditions.

Can you catch jewfish at low tide?

The best bet is to focus more on the tides. Nine times out of 10 the change of tide is a likely time for a jewfish to take the bait. In deep water that could mean high or low water but in shallow spots you’re better off concentrating around the top of the tide.

Is there blue green algae in the Barwon River?

High levels of Blue Green Algae have been detected in the Lake Connewarre and the lower reaches of the Barwon River near Barwon Heads.

Can you swim in Barwon River?

Barwon Heads enjoys the best of both beach worlds, with safe swimming for families along the shallow and sandy river foreshore and more challenging water for swimming and surfing over the Bluff at Thirteenth Beach, which is patrolled daily in the summer peak and on weekends until Easter.

What is the best moon to catch mulloway?

The worst week of the month to target mulloway is the week after and including the night of the full moon. The best weeks are the lead up to the full and new moon. It’s no coincidence that the perfect tides during these periods fall in the early morning and late afternoon in low light conditions.

Do jewfish like the full moon?

1) Jew will feed on any moon phase. 2) Jew are full of food come the night of the full moon – they usually spend a few nights before to feed. 3) Prawns runs on the dark of the moon – excellent time to fish for them.. 4) Barometer is a huge factor to jewfish success..