The Bream Fishing Project

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: Round 1: Hawkesbury River – 9th February Round 2: Botany Bay – 13th April Round 3: St. George’s Basin – 10th & 11th May Round 4: Lake Macquarie – June Round 5: Foster – 12th & 13th July Round 6: Sydney Harbour – 14th September Grand Final: Botany Bay (25th–26th October) and St. George’s Basin (November dates TBD) Sponsor Links: Fishin.com.au – Your one-stop shop for the latest bream tackle and accessories. Visit them online or in-store at Shop 18, 29 Keora Road, Miranda. HWS.com.au – For top-quality Hobie kayaks and fishing accessories. SLHobie.com.au – Grab Scott Lovig’s bay boots and other essential gear. Podiummarinewraps.com.au – For all your marine wrapping needs. Join the Collective! Be part of The Bream Fishing Project Collective, offering early access to podcast episodes, monthly live streams, and bonus content. Members also get a chance to win unique fishing experiences like two days with champion angler Jason Meech. 🎣 Subscribe now at breamfishingproject.supercast.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, rate, and share! Let’s make 2025 a year to remember in bream fishing!

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. Vic Bream Classics   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. Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective: Enhance your angling skills by joining The Bream Fishing Project Collective. Members receive early access to episodes, participate in live streams, and gain exclusive content tailored to bream fishing enthusiasts. Episode Sponsors: Fishing.com.au: Your comprehensive source for fishing gear, including lures, tackle, and accessories. Explore their selection at fishin.com.au. HWS Hobie: Australia's premier provider of Hobie kayaks and accessories, offering a range of products for both novice and experienced anglers. Visit hws.com.au for more information. Podium Marine Wraps: Specializing in custom boat and kayak wraps, as well as signage for anglers seeking personalized designs. Learn more at  Podiummarinewraps.com.au BerleyPro: Offering innovative kayak accessories and upgrades, including sounder visors and mounting solutions. Check out their products at berleypro.com SLH Hobie: Providing a wide range of Hobie kayaks, parts, and accessories, along with expert advice for all your kayaking needs. Explore their offerings at slhobie.com.au. 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. 🎧 Listen Now and Subscribe! Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for exclusive content, live streams, and giveaways: breamfishingproject.supercast.com.

  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 🚤 Podium Marine Wraps –  Podiummarinewraps.com.au 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.