Episode Description: Welcome to an exciting new segment on The Bream Fishing Project! In this inaugural "Monthly Report" episode, Andrew Death is joined by Brett Geddes for an in-depth discussion that extends beyond bream fishing. Together, they dive into techniques, stories, and experiments with various fishing styles and species, including Brett's unique hybrid lures, flathead fishing adventures, and thoughts on leader weights.

Discover insights into fishing in Gippsland Lakes, the evolution of dusky flathead fishing, and the secrets behind targeting big fish in different environments. This episode also unveils Brett’s thoughts on adapting fishing techniques and his experiments with lighter and heavier leader lines. Plus, the tables turn as Brett interviews Andrew, giving listeners a glimpse into the highs, lows, and personal milestones of 2024..

Packed with engaging conversations and valuable fishing tips, this episode promises to kick off the "Monthly Report" series with a bang. Tune in to learn, laugh, and get inspired for your next fishing trip!

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🎣 Episode 108: Port River Championship Recap - Breammasters South Australia 🎣

Welcome to another episode of The Bream Fishing Project Podcast! This week, we’re heading to South Australia for the Breammasters South Australia Port River Championship Round, held on October 13, 2024. This exciting event saw some of the best anglers in the region battle it out, and we’ve got the full recap for you.

What’s in this episode?

🎤 Angler Interviews and Key Highlights:

• Angler of the Year 2024: 🏆 Joshua Bland
• Runner-Up for Angler of the Year: Paul Cook, who had an impressive season.
• Big Bream Winner: 🎣 Dylan Pace with a stunning 1.14kg bream caught at Nelson.
• Top three podium finishes at the Port River Round:
  • 🥉 Jerry Hackett (1.78kg) shares his story of persistence and adapting techniques to find fish late in the day.
  • 🥈 Luke Ansell (2.24kg) breaks down his strategy, including landing two impressive bream, one of which earned Big Bream of the Day at 1.35kg.
  • 🥇 Ryan Ottens, the 2024 Port River Champion, reflects on his journey, including pre-fishing challenges, adapting on the fly, and ultimately finding success with grubs in the Port’s challenging waters.

🛠 Gear and Tactics Breakdown:

• Popular lures and setups used during the competition, including:
  • Z-Man Grubs (Motor Oil and Bloodworm colors)
  • Cranker Crabs
  • Pro Lure Hybrid Shrimps
  • Jigheads, leaders, and rods that proved critical to success.
• Insights into reading sounders and targeting bream in tough conditions.

🤝 Community and Challenges: We also dive into the latest Bream Fishing Project Collective challenge. Learn how this supportive community of anglers is working together to improve their skills and knowledge. Past challenges, like the Juro Challenge (using pintail and forktail plastics), have helped anglers refine their techniques and catch more fish.

📢 Want to join the community? Visit breamfishingproject.supercast.com to subscribe and gain access to monthly live streams, exclusive content, and more.

🎣 Sponsor Shoutouts: This episode is proudly supported by our sponsors:

• HWS Hobie Kayaks & Accessories: For the best kayak fishing setups, visit hws.com.au or check out their store at Shop 3/638 Pacific Highway, Belmont.
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🏆 Prizes and Recognition: Listen as we highlight the fantastic prize packs provided by event sponsors, including gear from Burley Pro, Pro Lure, TT Lures, and more.

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Get inspired by these amazing angler stories and take your bream fishing game to the next level. Whether you’re a tournament pro or just starting out, The Bream Fishing Project Podcast is here to help you grow and succeed.

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🎣 Doubleheader: Queensland Team Series Rounds 6 & 8 🎣

In this exciting episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we take you to Queensland for a doubleheader, covering Rounds 6 and 8 of the Atomic Queensland Team Series. Join host Andrew Death as he dives deep into the strategies, techniques, and standout performances that shaped these competitions.

🏆 What’s Inside:

• Round 6: Insights into pre-fishing, on-the-water tactics, and post-comp reflections with the top three teams from the Gold Coast.
• Round 8: Relive the highs of this rescheduled competition with interviews featuring the winners of the season’s biggest bag.
• Detailed tide, bite period, and conditions breakdowns for each event.
• Anglers discuss their use of advanced technology, including Lowrance Active Target and Garmin LiveScope, to find and catch fish.

🎁 Special Announcement: One lucky Collective member will win the Jason Meech Experience—two days on the water with one of the kayak fishing scene’s champions. Entries close this Thursday night, so sign up now at breamfishingproject.supercast.com.

Sponsored By: 🎣 Fishin.com.au: Your one-stop shop for bream lures and tackle. Shop online or visit their store at Shop 18/29 Kiora Rd, Miranda. 🛶 HWS Hobie Kayaks: Stocking the latest Hobie kayaks and accessories. Visit hws.com.au or their Belmont store, with free kayak delivery across Greater Sydney, Central Coast, and Hunter. 🎨 Podium Marine Wraps: Custom boat wraps and decals to protect and enhance your vessel. Call 0422 914 140 or visit Podium Marine Wraps.

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🎧 Tune in every Tuesday for the latest tips, tricks, and stories from Australia’s elite bream anglers. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite podcast platform!

 

Episode Description

Welcome to 2025! This episode of The Bream Fishing Project Podcast kicks off the new year with exciting news about a brand-new tournament series in Southern New South Wales—the New South Wales Tournament Series. Join host Andrew Death as he chats with tournament director Grant Oliver about the series format, event locations, and what anglers can look forward to.

Key Highlights:

• Competition Overview: Learn about the Atomic Tournament Series, featuring team-based events with 1-day and 2-day formats, including a unique pre-fish ban and hybrid competition style.
• Calendar and Locations: Hear about tournament dates and venues, including the Hawkesbury River, Botany Bay, St. George’s Basin, Lake Macquarie, Foster, and Sydney Harbour.
• Grand Final Details: A potential 4-day split grand final across two weekends with unique rules and exciting prizes.
• Special Offers: Information about sponsors, big bream prizes, and other exciting incentives.

🎣 Don’t miss this episode packed with tips, tournament insights, and updates to help set your fishing goals for 2025!

Calendar Dates and Locations for the Atomic Tournament Series:

1. Round 1: Hawkesbury River – 9th February
2. Round 2: Botany Bay – 13th April
3. Round 3: St. George’s Basin – 10th & 11th May
4. Round 4: Lake Macquarie – June
5. Round 5: Foster – 12th & 13th July
6. Round 6: Sydney Harbour – 14th September
7. Grand Final: Botany Bay (25th–26th October) and St. George’s Basin (November dates TBD)

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  – For all your marine wrapping needs.

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In this episode we cover the  2024 Asakura East Gippsland Bream Classic held at Marlo on October 12-13. This event, part of the Vic Bream Classics series, showcased impressive angling skills and strategies.

Episode Highlights:

• Event Overview: Marlo presented challenging conditions on Day 1, but anglers experienced improved catches on Day 2, with notable bags brought to the scales.

  Vic Bream Classics

   

• Winning Team Insight: Father-son duo, Mario and Mikey Vukic of Team Don The Sash, climbed from fourth place on Day 1 to clinch victory with a total of 10/10 bream weighing 10.145 kg.

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• Top Competitors: Interviews with leading teams, including Team Samurai Zip Baits and Team Wirth Rods, reveal their approaches, lure selections, and adjustments made during the competition.

• Tactical Discussions: Detailed analysis of tide patterns, bite times, and the specific techniques that led to success in the varying conditions at Marlo.

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• Fishing.com.au: Your comprehensive source for fishing gear, including lures, tackle, and accessories. Explore their selection at fishin.com.au.

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Tune in to this episode for a comprehensive breakdown of the Marlo event, gain insights from top anglers, and discover strategies to enhance your bream fishing endeavors. Subscribe to The Bream Fishing Project on your preferred podcast platform to stay updated with the latest episodes.

 Action Fishing Tournament Round 8 Recap – Georges River, NSW

Welcome to The Bream Fishing Project! In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Action Fishing Tournament Round 8, held on the mighty Georges River, NSW, on October 5, 2024. This exciting competition brought together some of the best anglers in the region, and host Andrew Death provides an in-depth breakdown of the action, key moments, and standout performances.

What to Expect in This Episode:

🎣 Tournament Highlights Andrew recounts his personal experience, narrowly missing fourth place and finishing fifth on countback. Discover how the top anglers secured their positions in a tightly contested event.

🐟 Exclusive Angler Interviews

• Corey Lean (3rd Place): A consistent season led Corey to another top-three finish, securing Angler of the Year honors. Corey shares his tactics, rod setups, and thoughts on the local kayak series.
• Warren Allen (2nd Place): Hear how Warren targeted mangrove edges and used Sprats to build his bag, including a standout 42.5 cm fish.
• Ryan Honeybrook (1st Place): Dominating Georges River once again, Ryan reveals how he navigated the racks with precision, pulling out the big fish (44.5 cm) to claim victory on countback.

💡 Insights & Strategies Learn how the tides, bite periods, and key lure choices like Crabbies and Sprats influenced the competition. Andrew also shares his observations on the increasing use of forward-facing sonar in tournaments.

🎁 Bonus Shoutouts & Updates

• Andrew gives updates on his Hobie 12 360 XR with Lowrance Active Target 2 and the new Transducer Pole by Transducer Poles Australia.

Sponsor Shoutouts:

✨ Podium Marine Wraps – Specialists in premium wraps for kayaks, bass boats, and yachts. Visit podiummarineraps.com.au. ✨ Fishin.com.au – Your one-stop shop for premium bream lures and tackle, including Cranka Crabs, Muscle Vibes, and Daiwa rods. Shop at fishin.com.au. ✨ HWS Hobie Kayaks & Accessories – Explore Hobie’s latest kayaks and gear. Visit hws.com.au.

Why You’ll Love This Episode:

This episode is packed with actionable advice, thrilling fishing stories, and expert analysis that will elevate your bream fishing game. Whether you’re a tournament angler or a casual fisher, there’s something here for everyone.

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Episode 103: Queensland Team Series – Round 7 Highlights & Pro Insights

In this action-packed episode of The Bream Fishing Project Podcast, we dive into the Queensland Team Series (QTS) Round 7, held on September 15, 2024, at the stunning Moreton Bay. This episode is packed with valuable insights, tournament tactics, and a breakdown of the key moments from the competition.

We spotlight the standout performances of the top teams: 🎣 Team Donut – Harry Schofield steps in to share his experience of fishing with his dad, Clive, in this round, showcasing how their teamwork paid off. 🎣 Team Swampy – Joel and Lance reveal the secrets behind their second-place finish. 🎣 Team ZipBaits Samurai – Drew Griffiths, the champion of this round, offers a detailed breakdown of his winning techniques and strategies for targeting big bream under challenging conditions.

🔹 Exciting News for Collective Members – One lucky subscriber will win two days of intensive fishing coaching with Jason Meech, a rare opportunity to level up your angling skills.

Special thanks to our sponsors:

• 🛶 HWS Hobie Kayaks & Accessories – hws.com.au
• 🎣 Fishing.com.au – fishing.com.au
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Packed with actionable advice, tournament insights, and expert commentary, this episode is a must-listen for any bream angler, whether you're competing in tournaments or fishing for fun.

Tune in now, subscribe, and join the Collective at breamfishingproject.supercast.com to stay in the loop and gain exclusive perks.

 

 

Episode 102: Daiwa ABT 2024 Grand Final – Lake Macquarie

Join host Andrew Death for a two-part deep dive into the Daiwa ABT 2024 Grand Final, held at the iconic Lake Macquarie from November 29 to December 1. This action-packed episode covers the groundbreaking tournament format, strategic insights from podium finishers, and exciting lessons learned from one of the most competitive bream fishing events in Australia.

What to Expect in This Episode:

🎣 A Groundbreaking Tournament Format Discover how the innovative structure, including a final day cut to the top 15 anglers, added a new layer of excitement and strategy to the event.

🐟 Tides & Bite Periods Breakdown Learn how the changing tides and major bite windows shaped angler tactics across all three days.

⭐ Exclusive Angler Interviews Hear from top-performing anglers as they share their secrets to success:

• Liam Allen (2nd place, non-boater division): Pre-fishing strategies, lure selections, and first-time tactics for Lake Macquarie.
• Dallas Blatchford (1st place, non-boater division): Standout moments fishing cicada lures along the edges.
• Scott Wilson (3rd place, boater division): Adaptation to shifting weed beds, key lure choices, and overcoming a treble hook injury mid-competition.
• Adam Kennedy (2nd place, boater division): Flats and edge techniques, camaraderie within the community, and building a consistent bag with chubbies and Sprats.
• Jamie McKeown (1st place, boater division): A masterclass in targeting boat hulls, overcoming challenges like kidney stones, and executing a winning strategy to claim the championship title with a 10.19 kg total.

💡 Tournament Lessons Learned Gain insights into Lake Macquarie’s unique challenges, including how angler observations and shared knowledge can refine your approach for future events.

Special Features:

🎁 The Bream Fishing Project Collective Giveaway Andrew announces an exclusive opportunity for one lucky Collective member to win two days of on-the-water coaching with an elite angler. Join now at breamfishingproject.supercast.com.

 

Sponsor Shoutouts:

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Why You’ll Love This Episode:

This extended episode offers an unparalleled look at the strategies and stories that defined the Daiwa ABT 2024 Grand Final. Whether you’re preparing for your next competition or refining your bream fishing skills, this episode is packed with actionable advice, thrilling tales, and expert analysis.

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In this action-packed episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to New South Wales for a detailed recap of Round 7 of the Action Fishing Tournaments, held on August 17, 2024, at Berowra Waters, just north of Sydney. From the major bite periods to the podium results, Andrew Deeth dives into the highs, lows, and lessons learned from this challenging yet rewarding event.

This week’s standout performances include:

• Josh Richards with a massive winning bag of 126.5cm and some insightful tips on adapting to changing water temperatures.
• Abz Meshlawi, the finesse angler, securing second place with his calculated techniques and precision fishing.
• Corey Lean, rounding out the top three with a solid effort and strategies for tough competition days.

You’ll also hear:

• Gear tips, including how leader choice and lure selection can make all the difference.
• Insightful interviews with top anglers sharing the stories behind their successes.
• Andrew’s thoughts on the importance of persistence, preparation, and time on the water.

Special thanks to our sponsors:

• HWS Hobie Kayaks & Accessories: For expert kayak setups, visit hws.com.au.
• Fishin.com.au: Your one-stop shop for tackle and gear. Check them out at fishin.com.au or email them at [email protected].
• Podium Marine Wraps: Premium boat and kayak wraps. Learn more at podiumarinewraps.com.au or email Corey at [email protected].

Plus, get updates on the latest podcast happenings, upcoming events, and some exciting news about Andrew’s kayak upgrades with the Lowrance ActiveTarget 2 system.

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just starting, this episode is packed with tips, tricks, and inspiration to help you on your next fishing adventure. Don’t miss it!

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Brim Fishing Project Celebrates Milestone with Thrilling Tournament Coverage

The Bream Fishing Project podcast marked its 100th episode with an exciting recap of the Western Australian Tournament Anglers Kayak Round 3. Held at Moore River on September 29, 2024, the event drew an impressive 39 kayak anglers, showcasing the growing popularity of the sport.

Host Andrew Death kicked off the landmark episode by expressing heartfelt gratitude to listeners, sponsors, and guests who have supported the show throughout its journey. The celebration, however, quickly turned to the action-packed tournament at hand.

Moore River, described by competitors as a small but rewarding fishing system, proved to be a challenging yet fruitful venue. Its compact nature demanded strategic approaches from anglers, with the potential for excellent catches lurking in its waters.

Alex Griesdorf secured third place with a respectable haul of three fish weighing 1.60 kg. His arsenal included a mix of grubs, Slim Swims, and Baby Vibes, demonstrating the effectiveness of versatility in lure selection.

Edging out Alex for second place, Matt McCarthy landed three fish totaling 1.820 kg. McCarthy's success came from an unconventional "dragon belly" soft plastic and the reliable pygmy mussel lure. His methodical approach to fishing structure, particularly trees and rocks, paid dividends.

Both anglers emphasized the importance of slow retrieves and light 3 lb leaders in their strategies. The shallow waters and edges of Moore River proved to be prime hunting grounds for bream, requiring finesse and patience from the competitors.

Adrian Barbour emerged victorious in the Western Australian Tournament Anglers Kayak Round 3 at Moore River, securing first place with a bag of three fish weighing 1.87 kilos. Despite feeling jet-lagged from a recent overseas trip, Barbour found success close to the launch site, fishing within a kilometer of the start. His winning strategy involved using a 3-pound straight-through leader and slow-rolling soft plastics, particularly a discontinued color of Jackall minnow. Barbour’s patience paid off as he landed his three keepers by 9:30 AM, including two 34cm fish and one 30cm fish. 

In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, Andrew Death takes you to one of his favorite fishing destinations—Foster—for the Hobie Series event held on September 21-22, 2024. Known for its challenging conditions and iconic racks, Foster didn’t disappoint, presenting anglers with tough tidal shifts, delayed tide movements, and plenty of lessons learned along the way.

Andrew dives into his personal experience, including the highs of competing at a beloved location and the lows of finishing 22nd with a bag he had hoped would weigh more. Hear all about the bite periods, tidal challenges, and the strategies that worked (and didn’t). Despite the hurdles, the event was packed with standout performances and valuable insights.

Join Andrew as he recaps the achievements of top anglers like Warren Allen, who secured Big Bream honors, Ruth Beeby’s impressive win in the Women’s Division, and Luke Rogan’s calculated approach that led to his second consecutive Hobie Series win—despite only weighing five fish across the weekend! Listen to exclusive interviews with podium finishers Mitch Madison, Glenn Allen, and Luke Rogan, who break down their winning strategies, favorite lures, and the techniques that helped them succeed.

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Packed with lessons from the water, stories of overcoming challenges, and a celebration of bream fishing at its finest, this episode is one you don’t want to miss. Tune in now and relive the action, insights, and camaraderie that made the Foster round a truly memorable event!

A big thank you to our episode sponsors who make The Bream Fishing Project possible:

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