Freshwater

Awoonga Mega Barra Tactics & Melbourne Murray Cod

The AFN Fishing Show travels to Qld where the team targets huge and fussy impoundment barramundi. Down south, Bill Classon shows us how to catch Murray cod in the middle of Melbourne.

Spot X Bream & Reynolds River Surface Sooties

We visit the secret spot X in South Australia on the search for some beautiful bream. Then the team head off the beaten track in the Northern Territory for some epic surface fishing for sooties in the Reynolds River.

Kayak Murray Cod & Southern Whiting Tactics

We go from the highlands of NSW to the southern waters of Australia. If you love the idea of chasing murray cod in the gorges or big South Australian whiting then you’d better tune in!

Spinnerbaiting the Upper Murray

Bill Classon targets native fish of the upper Murray River using spinnerbaits.

Downrigging Tactics for Trout

Tips for catching trout on downrigged lures in Lake Jindabyne.

Eildon Golden Perch

Luring golden perch in Victoria’s Lake Eildon.

New Zealand Mouse Feeders

Bill Classon targets N.Z South Island river trout on fly.

Awoonga Mega Barra

Fooling Awoonga’s huge and deep water barramundi.

Mudeye Tactics

Tips for catching trout using mudeyes as bait.

Polaroiding Mountain Trout & Luring NSW Salmon

The AFN Fishing Show heads to Lake Jindabyne for some exciting sight fishing with soft plastics. Then, Andrew and Mitch McGovern are on the hunt for salmon in the estuaries of New South Wales.

Deep Water Cod & Miami Boat Show

Nige gets the adrenalin pumping with some murray cod fishing that’s sure to have you on the edge of your seat. Also on the show, Bill Classon travels to the Miami International Boat show, and checks out some of the amazing new technology on display.

Offshore Trolling Techniques & Roaching Trout

We head to the waters off the Gold Coast to chase pelagics on large trolled lures, before heading south to troll up a few lake trout.

Finessing Snapper on Softies & Flood Plain Barra

We chase a couple of our iconic Aussie sport fish. We head offshore to learn the art of fishing small soft plastics for snapper before hitting the floodplains of the Northern Territory in search of barra.

Southern Surface Bass

In a special episode, the AFN Fishing Show heads to Blue Rock Dam. We’ve heard rumors about the successful stocking of bass in the lake, and we want to see if the fishing is as good at the stories.

Soft Plastics on the Reef & Teasing Trout

Nige Webster has some fun on soft plastics at Queenslands 1770, and catches a few reef species along the way. Then, we head across to Lake Jindabyne to see if we can attract a trout or two, trolling cowbells and soft plastics.

Timber Bass & Soft Plastic Baiting

The AFN Fishing Show goes polaroiding, as we discover some excellent bass fishing plastics amongst submerged timber. Then, we join Peter Morris and explore the basics of using scented soft plastics to fish for flathead.

Kayak Flathead Basics & New Zealand Trout

We hit the water in a variety of small water craft. We kayak fish for flathead before heading across the ditch in search of lake and river trout.

Plastics on the Hawkesbury & Ghosting the Margins

The AFN team explore the Hawkesbury River with fishing guide Dan Selby, chasing big species on soft plastics. Then, we take a musical interlude as we chase shoreline trout.

Estuary Basics & Trout Cod Story

It’s back to basics as the AFN crew targets bread and butter species in estuary waters, then Bill Classon discovers the untold story of the trout cod- and you’re in for a surprise!

Eildon Golden Perch & NT Barra Trolling

Bill and Lenny pull out deep diving lures and chase perch in Victoria, before Kane Dysart joins the team trolling for barra at Dundee Beach.

Triple Lure Trout Challenge & Drifting Offshore Baits

The AFN Fishing Show embarks on the ‘triple lure trout challenge’ – aiming to catch 3 trout on 3 different types of lures. Then, we drift baits offshore in search of snapper and mackerel.

Baiting Chinooks & Finesse Jigging Bass

The AFN Fishing Show heads to Bullen Merri, searching for chinook salmon. Later on in the show, Jason Ehrlich and Callum Munro try their luck jigging for deep water bass.

Ballarat Trout Challenge & Tumby Bay Whiting

It’s Nige Webster V Trevor Hawkins AND lure versus fly in the ultimate trout challenge! Then we head to South Australia, to meet up with our mate Tumby Tom for a lesson on whiting tactics.

Downrigging Mackerel & Melbourne Trout

We explore the benefits of a deep water approach, towing deep baits for mackerel. Then, Bill Classon discovers the great fishing options that Mount Dandenong provides.

Port Stephens Getaway & Snapper on Soft Plastics

We hit the holiday road with a Sydney working family and learn how they go about catching plenty of bread-and-butter species from the beach and estuary at Port Stephens. Then, Bill Classon and Travis McIntyre look at soft plastic techniques for snapper in Port Phillip Bay.

Upper Murray Spinnerbaiting Tactics

Bill Classon joins Lenny Vanderwaal and local expert Dougy Blair to fish the pristine waters of the Upper Murray River for Murray cod. Together they explain how to do it, where to go and the best spinnerbaiting tactics for fishing the river from a drifting boat. They explore the waters around Tintaldra, Walwa, Jingellic and Towong as well as experience some exciting tributary and back water action. One of the most exciting new freshwater fisheries to come on-line for a long while!

Herbert River Gorge Kayak Adventure

Join Jason Medcalf and friends on a kayak fishing adventure of a lifetime. The boys are flown into the remote Herbert River Gorge in far North Queensland by helicopter with ‘yaks in tow; the plan is to make their’ own way out and do a little fishing on the way. The gorge is home to an abundance of wildlife and the river is filled with sooty grunter, barramundi and is also home to the North’s apex predator: the crocodile. The venture is fully filmed by Jason and the kayak crew and shows us how to enjoy and survive that trip we have all dreamed of.

Fly Fishing Tactics

Join one of Australia’s most respected fly fishing instructors, writers and editors Philip Weigall as he helps you to become a better flyfisher. From beginner to expert, there’s something here for everyone as Philip takes us on a journey along Australia’s trout streams and lakes to offer his insights into what works—and what doesn’t. Everything from equipment, fly choice and presentation, through to reading streams and lakes, is covered in a way that simply makes sense.

Trout Trolling Tactics

Trolling is one of the most productive and challenging methods of catching freshwater fish. This DVD is aimed at the trolling angler who wants to turn time spent travelling on a lake into time catching fish. Filmed on some of Australia’s most productive mainland trout lakes this DVD shows you everything from boat set-up, gear selection—including rods, reels, line and lures, locating and catching fish, and flatline, leadline and snapweight techniques to ensure that you will catch fish. And as inspiration, there are some great scenery and fish action shots. Trout Trolling is aimed at the angler who wants to increase the number and size of fish caught, and have a more productive time on the water.

Soft Plastics Trout Tactics

Catching trout on soft plastics is one of the most effective ways to hook and land what is one of our most popular freshwater species. Join one of Australia’s leading freshwater journalists and anglers, Andrew McGovern, as he covers many aspects of using soft plastics for trout. Andrew will demonstrate the different styles of retrieval, explain the importance of jig head weights and outline different lure types all while engaging with some beautiful brown trout.

Barra Tactics 2: Dam Barra

Join fishing journalists and barramundi tournament anglers, Nigel Webster and Jason Medcalf in one of AFN’s most striking DVDs yet as they outline the latest soft plastics techniques for our huge impoundment barra. Enjoy some of the most eye opening, metre plus barramundi action ever, combined with a detailed explanation of some of the hottest tactics currently being used to catch these ever more lure-wary trophies. Both Jason and Nigel have fished Lake Awoonga for years, they have watched and experienced the fishery explode and have been at the forefront in developing techniques that produce the fish. Get set for action – Get set for Barra Tactics 2!

Golden Perch Tactics

Golden Perch Tactics is set on one of Australia’s largest impoundments – Lake Eildon – where Bill Classon from Freshwater Fishing Australia magazine takes you through all the strategies for catching one of Australia’s premier native freshwater sportfish – golden perch. Bill will show you how to find structure and other areas where goldens are to be found. Learn the various lure fishing tactics from a shore-based and boat perspective including casting and retrieving, and trolling including lure colours and types, soft plastics, scent attractants and bait as well as plenty of the top techniques for native fish in lakes and dams across Australia. Running for forty-five minutes, it has plenty of instruction, plenty of action and lots of fish – including a couple of unexpected captures! Learn the secrets to catching golden perch and a brief history of the beautiful Lake Eildon itself.

Advanced Trout Trolling Tactics

Murray Cod Tactics

Relax and enjoy the scenery as Rod ‘Harro’ Harrison and Bill Classon take you through the ins and outs of how to catch Murray cod on one of Australia’s most famous and productive cod lakes, the beautiful Mulwala on the border of Victoria and New South Wales. From decades of experience on the water chasing and catching cod, Harro and Bill offer you a veritable gift shop of tips, tactics and technical know-how including setting up your boat, locating fish, looking for the best snags, lure selection, trolling tactics, lure casting tips and more. Harro’s classic, easy-going style, is easy to listen to and learn from, ensuring your next cod outing is more productive.