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Townsville Maritime Museum
Mar 8th
In 2001, the museum opened its doors to the public after a year of extensive refurbishment. With Commonwealth Centenary of Federation funding, the resulting ‘ship complex’ has attracted a great deal of community support. Located on the southern bank of Ross Creek, the boardwalk overlooks the Townsville motorboat and yacht club, while the entrance gate More >
All of the Boat Ramps listed here have great land based fishing
Mar 8th
There are plenty of flat “work spaces” surrounding all the boat ramp listings. Some of these offer a variety of beach and estuary fishing with many varied species on offer. Some of the Northern beaches offer excellent fishing straight off the beach. If you turn off the Bruce Highway at any of the signs in More >
Aplins Weir (Fresh meets the Salt)
Mar 8th
This is renowned for producing plenty of Barra during the wet season. This is where the fresh water meets the tidal saltwater section of the Ross River. There is usually heaps of bait down here but also rocks if you are not carefull. There are some sandy edges down by the riverside that are better More >
Five Mile Creek
Mar 8th
This little creek is tidal and can produce really good fish at the right time. Heaps of parking Shaded Seating Excellent estuary and beach fishing Free BBQ’s Good bait for cast netting usually Yabbie bar around the back of the creek Driving down Bundock Street you turn at Belrowes Shops (Little Street) and head down More >
Rooneys Bridge. Railway Avenue
Railway Avenue, Townsville, Qld 4811
Mar 8th
This is a fairly heavily fished area. Saying that I have been there for a good run of whiting just recently. Usually good even if just for some fun with the kids. Plenty of small stuff hanging around under the bridge.
The Marina Rockwall
Mar 8th
This area boasts many varied fishing spots. There is the full walk out to the end of the break wall that is known to produce good pelagic species on a fairly regular basis. There is also good fishing just down to the left near the carpark beside the casino. Many various rock and ocean species More >
The Rockpool Fishing Platform
Mar 8th
This venue offers something for everyone. The whole family can go and enjoy various activities such as: Massive rock pool filled constantly with fresh seawater Fishing platform with filleting station and lighting Excellent rock fishing Play gym and flying fox Free BBQ’s Shaded seating Toilets and showers Fish and chip shop if its a slow More >
The Spit at The Strand
Mar 8th
The Strand has every attribute you could ask for. The fishing is just another one of its strong points. The only time I have encountered a problem is when there is too much wind or too much run in the tides. Plenty of BIG fish getting caught off there all the time Schools of bait More >
A1 Townsville Boat Ramp
Mar 5th
This is Townsville’s premier boat ramp. It is situated within the sheltered wall and offers inner city convenience. Two Fully sealed, three lane boat ramps Public pontoon for pickup/drop off Coastguard Headquarters Showers and Toilets Vast trailer parking area Access to the islands and shipping channels Deeep water for all tidal access Flood lighting
Balgal Beach Boat Ramp
Mar 5th
This beach is one of the most beautiful. It has an excellent deep water ramp and brilliant beach fishing. Facilities Include: Free BBQ’s Shaded seating Anzac Memorial Camping area General store and Takeaway Showers and Toilets Top estuary fishing Access to Morinda Shoals 3-4klm offshore