January kicks off with some of the best deep sea fishing you’ll find all year. Black Marlin are abundant at the beginning of the month, with plenty of other game fish in tow, including Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Mackerel, and Mahi Mahi.

There’s a lot of Blue Marlin offshore, so if you don’t mind the trip, you’ll have a blast. Black Marlin catches start to thin out, but don’t worry, there’s plenty of Mackerel, Wahoo, and Sailfish to keep you busy. Pearl Perch is coming into season.

It may officially be winter, but that doesn’t stop the Gold Coast from dazzling visitors with its famously pleasant climate and sunny weather. And the fishing is better than ever over the reefs, with monster Cobia, Pearl Perch, Snapper, and Trevally in the cards.

If you’re a Flathead fan, get on down to the Gold Coast! The Dusky Flathead – one of Australia’s favorite fish – is schooling in preparation to spawn. Whales are being sighted and Sharks are following close behind, so you’ll have some competition when battling your prey.

Spring is in the air, which means mild tropical evenings and sunny days. Sometimes in September, winds don’t make it easy to go offshore, but that’s ok. Look for Cobia, Pearl Perch, Pink Snapper, and Sweetlip Emperor over the reefs, you won’t be disappointed.

As the currents warm, the migratory patterns change. There are fewer sharks out there and plenty of Wahoo, Tuna, Trevally, and Flathead. Sport fishers are polishing up their gear in preparation for the big game season.

As warm bluewater currents start moving southwards down the coastline, sportfishing boats come up against Wahoo as well as Yellowfin Tuna. Things are still going strong around the reefs, where you can hook into Jacks, Snapper, and Trevally.

It’s summertime and living is far from easy – if you’re a game fish, that is. This is the season for both Blue and Black Marlin, as well as Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Mackerel, and Wahoo. Catching your next record might just be the best thing to give yourself this Christmas!