The Bream Fishing Project

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A weekly podcast for keen Bream anglers who like to catch Bream on lures, especially within a competition setting. Each week we will talk with successful bream fishermen and woman who have achieved excellent results in the art of catching bream on lures. We will be covering tips and tricks that will help you to catch more bream on lures around the country.

  1. 19H AGO

    EP 200 !!! NSW Tournament Series Round 2 — Big Hawkesbury BREAM on Crabs

    In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to the mighty Hawkesbury River for Round 2 of the New South Wales Tournament Series, brought to you by Atomic and sponsored by Force Lures. Run on 26 April 2026, this Hawkesbury round produced a technical and challenging bite, with anglers dealing with low fish activity, timid bites, heavy current flow and tough conditions around the deep rock walls of the river system. The episode opens with a breakdown of the bite periods and tidal movements, before diving deep into interviews with the top three teams from the event. First up, Mitch and Mat Simonis from Team Off The Scales break down their third-place finish with 5 fish for 4.06kg. The boys explain how they targeted deep rocky bottom with crabs and blades, how current speed completely changed the effectiveness of their presentation between pre-fish and comp day, and how a late kicker fish helped secure another podium finish. The interview also covers drifting techniques, fishing deep structure, lure control in heavy current and the importance of staying in the strike zone around the Hawkesbury’s brutal reef systems. Next, Tim Vickers from Team Cronulla Slipways talk through their second-place finish with 4.15kg. Tim details how they chased the outgoing tide upriver using heavy cranker crabs on deep rock walls before adapting late in the session with washes, flats and forward-facing sonar. The interview covers using Mega Live and forward-facing sonar around structure, tracking fish schools on the flats, fishing Box Head washes, leader selection, and how a critical late-session upgrade secured second place in an incredibly tight field. Finally, event winners Scott Wilson and Col Wilson from Team Surge break down their impressive winning bag of 5.03kg. Fresh off travelling back from Tasmania, the father-and-son team committed to fishing crabs on deep Hawkesbury rock walls despite having no pre-fish. Scott explains how rotating crab sizes, colours and scents — while constantly moving to fresh walls — helped them consistently upgrade throughout the day. They also discuss fishing extremely heavy tackle around reef structure, dealing with ultra-timid bites, fishing around boat pressure, and how they converted key bites into kilo-class fish. This episode is packed with information for anglers wanting to improve their understanding of: Hawkesbury River BREAM fishing Deep water crab techniques Fishing rock walls and reef structure Current-based fishing strategies Team tournament tactics Wash fishing and flats fishing Leader and tackle selection Forward-facing sonar applications in tournament fishing A huge thank you to all the anglers for making time to record these interviews at short notice. Sponsors & Links Check out Force Lures: https://forcelures.com.au Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective for extra content, live streams, challenges and member-only discussions: https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com SEO Keywords BREAM fishing, Hawkesbury River BREAM, NSW Tournament Series, New South Wales Tournament Series, Atomic, Force Lures, BREAM tournament fishing, crab lure fishing, Hawkesbury River fishing, deep water BREAM fishing, rock wall fishing, Scott Wilson, Col Wilson, Tim Vickers, Grant Grounds, Mitch Simonis, Mat Simonis, Australian BREAM fishing, tournament fishing Australia, lure fishing podcast, fishing podcast Australia Hashtags #BreamFishing #TheBreamFishingProject #HawkesburyRiver #NSWTournamentSeries #ForceLures #Atomic #BreamTournament #RockWallFishing #CrabFishing #AustralianFishing

    57 min
  2. EP199 | Swan River Shootout – WA Boat Round 3 Breakdown

    MAY 18

    EP199 | Swan River Shootout – WA Boat Round 3 Breakdown

    In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project we head across the country to Western Australia for the final boat round of the 2025 WA BREAM Series, held on the iconic Swan River in the heart of Perth. This one-day shootout produced some quality fish and plenty of tactical decisions as teams battled changing wind, subtle bite windows, structure fishing and ultra-finicky Swan River bream. The episode features interviews with: Travis Newland & Josh Phillips (1st Place) Aiden & Herbert Miller (2nd Place) Callum Dow & Oliver Frank from Outback Bream Baits (4th Place) We dive deep into: fishing bridge pylons and retaining walls mussel presentations crankbait techniques line control in wind and current how subtle angles and lure placement changed the bite pre-fish struggles and tournament adjustments Swan River structure fishing strategies and the importance of timing bite windows on tough systems There’s also plenty of discussion around: the Outback Bream Baits Muss the new Shine Away leader treatment product crankbait retrieves tournament decision making and how WA anglers are targeting big pre-spawn bream in urban systems. Aiden and Herbert Miller also share the story of their first major event fishing together as a father-and-son team, while Travis and Josh break down the adjustments that helped them turn a brutal pre-fish into a tournament-winning performance. As always, we also run through the bite periods, tides and key tournament conditions from the day. A massive thank you to everyone supporting the show and The Bream Fishing Project Collective. Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective here: https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com/ Follow The Bream Fishing Project on Instagram: @thebreamfishingproject Sponsors & Supporters Mentioned: Outback Bream Baits Tackle West Shine Away Tackle Addiction Force Lures Pro Lure Shimano Daiwa If you enjoy the podcast, please share the episode around, tag a fishing mate and leave a review on your podcast platform.

    1h 13m
  3. EP198 – 2026 ABT Duo Tasmanian BREAM Teams Open | St Helens Tasmania

    MAY 12

    EP198 – 2026 ABT Duo Tasmanian BREAM Teams Open | St Helens Tasmania

    The Tasmanian leg of the ABT tour wraps up in style as the 2026 Duo Tasmanian BREAM Teams Open heads to the iconic waters of St Helens, Tasmania. In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, Andrew breaks down one of the most unique tournament formats seen in recent years — a catch-photo-release teams event where anglers could upgrade their five-fish bag across both competition days. With late 10am starts, gentleman’s hours, changing tides, and fish spread between racks, flats, gutters and shallow edges, this event forced competitors to think differently. The result was a dramatic two-day battle where no lead was safe and teams could surge through the field right up until the final session. This episode features full interviews with the top three teams from the event, diving deep into the tactics, lure choices, and adjustments that helped them unlock the St Helens BREAM bite. In this episode: 🥉 3rd Place – Team Cranka Shimano Steve Steer breaks down an incredibly technical tournament built around: Fishing shallow oyster racks with crabs Working gutters and channel markers at low tide Using Cranka Crabs in the famous spotted crab colour Adjusting tackle overnight after getting smoked by big fish on day one Fishing “gentleman’s hours” and why the late starts suited St Helens perfectly Steve also shares detailed insights into: Fishing crabs away from structure Subtle rod-tip movements for natural crab presentations How tide movement positioned fish on the flats Why St Helens fish fight so hard in shallow water 🥈 2nd Place – Team Force Lures Jon Fitzgibbon and David Shanahan detail a massive comeback charge from outside the top spots into second place after finding fish on shallow wind-blown flats late on day two. Topics include: Fishing lightly weighted DUO Sprats in the Cleaver colour Using Force Paddle Tail Grubs around racks and shallow edges Pushing the boat through freezing Tasmanian shallows to access hidden water Big shallow-water fish nearly spooling reels The importance of adapting when racks shut down The pair also discuss how one decision to abandon the racks and drift a protected shallow flat completely changed their tournament. 🥇 1st Place – Team Australia 2 + Tas Peter Maisey and Jesse Rotin take the win with an impressive 6.221kg combined total built around: Bait Junkie 2.95 Flicks on light jigheads Daiwa Infeet Sazanami jerkbaits Fishing subtle flats close to deeper channels Managing nerves while leading overnight Picking apart shallow flats during tricky tide windows The boys explain how they stayed calm under pressure on day two, worked through changing wind conditions, and slowly upgraded key fish to secure the victory. This episode is packed with advanced tournament insights covering: Shallow-water flats fishing Rack fishing strategies Crab presentations Light-line tournament tactics St Helens tide timing Hardbody vs soft plastic approaches Team strategy and communication during high-pressure events If you love technical tournament fishing and hearing how Australia’s top anglers adapt on the fly, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🎣 Sponsors & Supporters A huge thank you to: DUO Wilson Fishing Force Lures Bait Junkie Daiwa ABT Tournament Series 🔥 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective Get access to: Bonus podcast content Live Zoom sessions Challenge events Technique breakdowns Exclusive community discussions Replay archives and extra fishing content Join here: The Bream Fishing Project Collective 📱 Follow The Bream Fishing Project Instagram: @thebreamfishingproject Facebook: The Bream Fishing Project Facebook Page #BREAMFishing #TasmaniaFishing #StHelens #ABT #BreamFishingProject #TournamentFishing #DUOInternational #ForceLures #BaitJunkie #DaiwaAustralia #AustralianFishingPodcast

    1h 20m
  4. EP197 ABT Derwent River: Sprats, Hard Bodies & Big Bags

    MAY 12

    EP197 ABT Derwent River: Sprats, Hard Bodies & Big Bags

    In EP197 of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to Tasmania for part two of the ABT Tasmanian Tour, covering the Derwent River round, held on 18–19 April 2026. This episode breaks down a cracking Derwent River event with big bags, quality BREAM, and plenty of detail from both the non-boater and boater divisions. Andrew chats with the top non-boaters, including Simon Kraus, Leighton Beer, and Marty Evans, as they explain how they caught their fish, what they learned from their boaters, and how key lure choices like Hurricane Sprats, Gulp Smelt Minnows, Daiwa Double Clutches, ZipBaits, VX vibes, and Duo Bivvys played a role across the weekend. The episode also covers the boater side of the event with Mario Vukic, Steve Morgan, and event winner Isaac Harris, including the importance of baitfish, long skinny hard bodies, plastics, current lines, rocky edges, Ralphs Bay, and making the right decisions when the bite window opens. There is plenty in this one for anyone who loves tournament BREAM fishing, especially if you want to understand how anglers adapt between edges, flats, deeper rock walls, vibes, plastics, and jerkbaits on a tidal Tasmanian system. The episode also includes tide and bite period information, lure details, leader choices, tackle setups, and the decision-making that shaped the final results. A big thank you to Steve Morgan for allowing us to use audio from his YouTube clip featuring Isaac Harris. If you’d like even more BREAM fishing content, including live streams, extra fishing discussions, challenge series, and access to The Collective community, check out The Bream Fishing Project Collective here: The Bream Fishing Project Collective Perfect for anyone wanting to learn more about catching BREAM on lures, tournament fishing strategy, and how some of Australia’s best anglers break down a waterway under pressure.

    2h 1m
  5. Ep 196 The May Monthly Report – From Doughnut Lures to 511 Perch

    MAY 11

    Ep 196 The May Monthly Report – From Doughnut Lures to 511 Perch

    The May Monthly Report is here, and this one absolutely goes everywhere. Andrew is joined once again by Brett Geddes for a massive session covering tournament fishing, homemade lure disasters, junior anglers coming through the ranks, forward-facing sonar, giant fishing numbers from Gippsland. The boys are also joined by young gun Harvey, who has been quietly putting together some seriously impressive catches fishing out of Andrew’s original Hobie kayak. Harvey talks about competing in the Daiwa Young Fishing Club, how the app-based competition works, and some standout recent captures including: A 36cm black bream on a Duo Bivi Flathead on Z-Man plastics Tailor and perch from both the kayak and the stones Preparing for his first Hobie competition on the Georges River The discussion also highlights the growing opportunities for junior anglers in tournament kayak fishing and how the next generation is learning faster than ever before. Andrew and Brett then dive into one of the most entertaining topics they’ve covered in months — the Collective lure making challenge. Andrew explains how he built a timber chubby-style lure completely by hand using basic tools, super glue and even nail polish as paint, before finally catching bream on it after dropping a quality fish earlier in the session. Brett shares his own homemade lure journey, including the now-infamous “Homer Simpson Doughnut” lure — a pink doughnut-shaped creation built by Beth from the Collective, rigged with multiple hooks and a cheb weight, which somehow went on to catch perch. There’s also a huge Gippsland fishing update from Brett, who reveals some unbelievable numbers from the first four months of the year: 511 estuary perch 223 bream to 48cm 99 bass 89 flathead to 86cm Brett breaks down why the Gippsland Lakes system is currently fishing as well as anywhere in the country, including: Mulloway showing up throughout the lakes system Massive bait concentrations Saltwater pushing deep into the system Open lake perch behaviour Heavy leader fishing for big perch Why the fishery is changing dramatically compared to years gone by The boys also discuss standout lures from the month, including: Sprat 65s and 85s Hard-on-soft presentations Duo Bivis Twitch 50s Hurricane Slams Hybrid Shrimp techniques Fishing deep timber with near snag-proof presentations Tournament coverage is a massive part of this episode, with discussion around: The Tasmania Hobie and ABT rounds Steve Morgan continuing to dominate while simultaneously filming, livestreaming and producing media content Isaac Harris narrowly edging out Morgo in one event Joel Crosby quietly building momentum with big plastic “power breaming” techniques NSW Tournament Series results Foster and Marlo previews The realities of organising and recording tournament interviews every single week Andrew also talks about recording more than 17 interviews in a single week and the behind-the-scenes workload involved in running The BREAM Fishing Project. The episode wraps up with discussion around the new forward-facing sonar course from My Fishing Coach featuring Nabil Issa and Steve Morgan, including detailed setup walkthroughs for Garmin, Lowrance and Humminbird units, fish behaviour interpretation, mapping insights and species-specific sonar applications. This is one of the loosest and most wide-ranging Monthly Reports yet — packed with laughs, fishing stories, tournament insight, lure experimentation and plenty of classic Brett Geddes moments. #TheBreamFishingProject #BREAM #KayakFishing #TournamentFishing #EstuaryPerch #FlatheadFishing #ABT #HobieFishing #LureFishing #AustralianFishing

    1h 7m
  6. EP195: Huon River ABT Tasmania – Full Tournament Breakdown, Winning Patterns & Big BREAM Bags

    MAY 8

    EP195: Huon River ABT Tasmania – Full Tournament Breakdown, Winning Patterns & Big BREAM Bags

    In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to Tasmania for the ABT round on the Huon River — a standout event that produced incredible numbers, consistent bites, and quality fish across both divisions. With near-perfect catch rates across the field, this tournament became a battle of upgrades, decision-making, and execution under pressure. 🏆 Boater Results 1st – Steve Morgan (10.510 kg) 2nd – Mark Crompton (10.045 kg) 3rd – Brett Crowe (9.975 kg) 🏆 Non-Boater Results 1st – Michael Vukic (6.680 kg) 2nd – William Thorpe (6.290 kg) 3rd – Michael Maas (6.235 kg) 🎣 In this episode, we hear from: Michael Maas (3rd Non-Boater) – First trip to Tasmania and straight onto the podium, building early bags with soft plastics before upgrading with jerkbaits Michael Vukic (1st Non-Boater) – A clinical performance focused on baitfish patterns, plastics, and precise upgrades on the flats Brett Crowe (3rd Boater) – A consistent two-day approach centred around slow presentations, shallow structure, and maximising productive water Mark Crompton (2nd Boater) – Making bold on-the-water decisions, fishing bait-rich zones, and adapting quickly to changing conditions Steve Morgan (1st Boater) – A winning performance built on consistency, key decisions, and executing when it mattered 🔍 What’s covered in this episode: Pre-fish strategy and adapting to unfamiliar fisheries Fishing shallow structure, flats, and bait-heavy zones Soft plastics vs jerkbait approaches and when to switch The importance of early bagging vs upgrading How retrieve speed and presentation changed outcomes Tournament decision-making under pressure Tasmania once again proves why it’s one of Australia’s premier BREAM fisheries — offering both numbers and quality, and rewarding anglers who can adapt quickly. 🔗 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective If you want to go deeper into the tactics, techniques, and decision-making discussed in these episodes, join The Bream Fishing Project Collective: 👉 https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com We’ve also got a new challenge kicking off next week, giving members a chance to get involved, apply what they’re learning, and share their results with the community. Inside the Collective you’ll get: Bonus podcast content Live streams and detailed breakdowns A community of anglers sharing real-time insights

    1h 49m
  7. EP194 From ABT to Electronics – Nabeel Issa on Modern BREAM Fishing

    APR 26

    EP194 From ABT to Electronics – Nabeel Issa on Modern BREAM Fishing

    In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, I’m joined by Queensland tournament angler Nabeel Issa (Nabs) to dive deep into his journey through competitive BREAM fishing and the evolution of modern electronics on the water. Nabeel shares how he got his start in fishing at a young age, working his way through the ABT circuit as a non-boater, and eventually building a strong tournament record with multiple wins and consistent top finishes. From early lure fishing struggles through to finding his edge, this is a great look at what it takes to develop as a competitive angler. We also explore one of the biggest game-changers in modern fishing — sounders and sonar. Nabeel breaks down how learning to properly use side scan and sonar completely changed the way he fishes, allowing him to locate and target fish with precision rather than relying on guesswork. The conversation also covers: Early tournament experiences and progression through the ranks Key lure trends and techniques over the years The transition from non-boater to boater (and the challenges that come with it) Using side scan and sonar to find structure and fish Targeting species like BREAM, mulloway, snapper and more with electronics Towards the end of the episode, we also touch on the upcoming sounder course release, which will be available this Friday — so keep an eye out. 👉 Check out the sounder course: https://myfishingcoach.com.au For members of The Bream Fishing Project Collective, there will also be an exclusive additional discount available, generously provided by Steve and Nabeel. 👉 Join The Bream Fishing Project Collective: https://breamfishingproject.supercast.com There’s also a hint at what’s coming next for The Bream Fishing Project… so make sure you stay tuned. 🎧 SUPPORT THE PODCAST If you’re enjoying the podcast, make sure to follow and share it with a mate — and if you want to take your fishing further, the Collective is where we go deeper with live sessions, extra challenges, and a community of anglers all working to improve.

    1h 24m
  8. NSW Tournament Series Grand Final Recap – Botany Bay | EP193

    APR 20

    NSW Tournament Series Grand Final Recap – Botany Bay | EP193

    In this episode of The Bream Fishing Project, we head to Botany Bay for the Grand Final of the inaugural New South Wales Tournament Series. This event, held on October 25–26, 2025, wrapped up a strong first season for the series. It featured a competitive field and some impressive bags despite the tough fishing conditions leading into the event. Andrew breaks down the tournament with interviews from the top three teams, diving deep into their approach, decision-making, and the small details that made the difference over two days of competition. 🥉 Third Place – Team Bream Brothers (Aaron Clifton & Simon Moore) A consistent two-day performance saw Team Bream Brothers finish with 6.58 kg, just 20 grams shy of second place. They discuss: Fishing deep structure in 12–25 ft of water Using crabs to target timid fish Managing spots across a two-day event Adjusting leader strength to handle deep current and structure The importance of patience when bites are subtle 🥈 Second Place – Zeus Tackle (Dane Tomasewski & Adam Lacey) Finishing just ahead by a narrow margin with 6.60 kg, the Zeus Tackle team shares a gritty account of their tournament. They cover: Grinding out bites on rock walls and bridges Landing key fish under pressure, including a crucial 950 g upgrade Fishing light leaders in clear water Using crabs and mussels as primary techniques Decision-making when swinging for upgrades late in the session 🥇 First Place – Team Smart Fish / Precision Building Maintenance With a dominant performance, the winning team secured victory with 8.81 kg, including a standout 1.3 kg bream. They reveal: Using forward-facing sonar to locate and target fish Fishing bridges and bays based on tide timing Matching lure choice to fish position in the water column Upgrading entire bags in short feeding windows Executing under pressure late on day two 🌊 Conditions & Bite Periods Fishing across both days proved challenging, with: Limited bite windows Fish holding deeper than expected Clear water requiring finesse presentations Success came down to staying adaptable, making the most of short feeding periods, and executing cleanly when opportunities arose. This episode is packed with real tournament insight, covering everything from lure selection and depth control to mental decision-making across a two-day format. If you’re looking to improve your tournament fishing or better understand how top anglers approach tough conditions, this is one to listen to. 🎧 Tune in now and learn what it took to get it done at Botany Bay. 🔗 Links & Sponsors https://fishin.com.au HWS Hobie Kayaks & Accessories Podium Marine Wraps 🎣 Follow The Bream Fishing Project Instagram: @thebreamfishingproject

    1h 2m
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A weekly podcast for keen Bream anglers who like to catch Bream on lures, especially within a competition setting. Each week we will talk with successful bream fishermen and woman who have achieved excellent results in the art of catching bream on lures. We will be covering tips and tricks that will help you to catch more bream on lures around the country.

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