One of the wettest Septembers in recent memory, on the back of record-breaking winter rain, has left most of the region’s lakes and dams full to the brim.
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It means the freshwater action this spring could be the best in a long time–we just need a few fine days so we can all get out on the water!
Burrinjuck is an astonishing 102 per cent full. It’s fishing well for golden perch around the flooded timber. Baits and lures are effective. Redfin are scarce but may come on the bite as the turbid water clears.
Jindabyne is at 82 per cent capacity and turning on some terrific trolling for browns and rainbows. The Kalkite end of the lake has been very productive.
Bait fishing is excellent throughout the lake and spinning from the shoreline early and late in the day is also yielding fish.
- Ben Caddaye
