BOI Fishing Report - 19th February 2026

The Eldorado Bill fish tournament was held on the 26-28th February. We entered the mighty 2050 Stabi to compete with the big boys and “enjoyed” 3 days of somewhat sporty sea conditions. On day two, we snagged a double of yellowfin tuna and shortly followed up with a Mahi-mahi for yours truly. A club pin fish! The same day we saw 2 marlin and although one seemed to take a look at the lures we didn’t get a bite. Only a single broadbill swordfish was tagged for the entire tournament!

The results of the Eldorado were as follows: 

Banana Trophy, Biggest F**k up - Garry Townley aboard Merrin - always remember to bring your riggers down before driving up the ramp!!! Sometimes you have to laugh at yourself!
Heaviest other species - John Edlin, Bellevie, 23.25kg yellowfin tuna
Male angler most points - Brad Batterton, 500 points
Winning team - Resolution
Winning skipper - Jeff Douglas
Winning crewman - Hammer

Meanwhile in the Bay the snapper and kingfish fishing has been variable. We have ventured out deep and only managed a few fish but other report good fish in the shallows.

Next on the tournament calendar is the Russell Volunteer Fire Brigade Annual Gamefish Tournament to be held 19-21st March, followed by the Truckers and Loggers on the 26th to 28th March.

Come into the shop to check out the latest in gear, get your bait, ice and berley, and most importantly, some genuine intel! We are now operating on our Feb/Mar hours, Open 7 days from 9am to 4.00pm, but close on Sundays at 3pm. As always, if you urgently need some supplies after hours just give me a call.