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The Flyfisher's Podcast
by The Flyfisher, Australia
As Australia's premier fly shop, The Flyfisher has been helping anglers get the most from their flyfishing since 1967. In this podcast, we hope to inspire, educate, and entertain as we chat with characters that froth on flyfishing as much as we do.
Episodes
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Postcards from Gus - Sarca River, Northern Italy
Good mate of The Flyfisher, Gus Ingram is on the Upper Sarca near Pinzolo, in the Trentino region of northern Italy, for a day with local guide Paolo. Three rivers, plenty of fish, most of them on the dry, and then a chat in Paolo's family mountain cabin while a rain shower rolled through. The…
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Jackson Murray : 10,000 Casts
Jackson Murray, aka Bending with Muzz, joins us to talk flyfishing off the rocks for GTs, Australian salmon and longtail tuna. We cover the solo island trips, the training, the gear, the danger, and how his film Grasshopper made the RISE F3T fly fishing film tour. A great yarn about doing things...
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Max Vereshaka: Fish Till I Die
Max Vereshaka is one of Australia’s most accomplished competition fly fishers, but this conversation goes well beyond medals, teams and tournament results. Max has now stepped into a new chapter: travelling, fishing full-time, filming his adventures, and chasing everything from Tasmanian trophy...
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Bermagui On Fly - Australia's Most Overlooked Fishery?
Peter has just returned from another trip to Bermagui on the NSW Sapphire Coast, and this one had it all. From mahi mahi and kingfish smashing bait around the FADs, to estuary flats packed with bream and flatties, bass in Brogo Dam, surf salmon, and even world-class trout water only a short drive...
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Behind The Counter - Damo Does Tassie
Damo’s just returned from his first flyfishing trip to Tasmania — and it turned into one of those trips that’ll stick with him forever. In this episode of Behind The Counter, we unpack the Tassie mission from start to finish. From rolling into Miena country and getting pointed in the right...
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Queensland Flats Under Threat: Tunnel Nets Explained (And Why It Matters Now)
Queensland’s sand flats are one of Australia’s great fly fishing assets — and right now, they’re under real pressure. In this episode, Andrew is joined by Chris Burgess (FlyLife contributor and Inshore Flats Project advocate) to dig into tunnel nets: what they are, how they work, and why many...
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Behind The Counter - New Year 2026
On this episode of Behind the Counter, Peter and Damien give an update on the recent fires and the lucky break that saw our key catchments spared — meaning the fishing is still firing and conditions are about as good as you could hope for. They dive into what’s fishing well right now, from Tassie...
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Behind The Counter - Christmas 2025
In this episode, Peter and Damien sit down for a proper catch-up on everything happening in-store and out on the water. The lads run through the latest gear that’s been working well, fresh products hitting the shelves, and recap a stack of recent adventures — from New Zealand trout missions to...
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Peter Hayes (Part 2) - Casting, Gear, and Being Better
In this episode of The Flyfisher’s Podcast, we pick up where we left off with Peter Hayes — one of Australia’s most influential flyfishing guides and casting instructors. Peter dives deep into: The importance of line management How loop shape ties directly to body mechanics What (and how often)…
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Peter Hayes (Part 1) - "Forever the student"
In this episode, Andrew sits down with one of Australia’s most influential flyfishing figures — Peter Hayes. Known for his sharp teaching style, deep understanding of casting physics, and decades of guiding experience, Peter has helped shape the way we fish, and how fly casting is taught across…
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Low Water, Big Lessons – A Season Recap with Philip Weigall
In this episode of The Flyfisher’s Podcast, we catch up with legendary flyfisher and author Philip Weigall to wrap up what was, for many, a seriously tough season. Despite the low water and all the usual challenges (yep, including those bloody cormorants), Phil found ways to not just cope—but...
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Untamed Waters: Rodrigo Salles on Pioneering Fly Fishing in the Amazon
In this episode of The Flyfisher’s Podcast, we dive deep into the adventure, challenges, and conservation efforts behind fly fishing in the Amazon with Rodrigo Salles of Untamed Angling. Rodrigo has pioneered access to some of the most remote fisheries on Earth, working alongside indigenous...
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The Secret Spot - Unlocking Hidden Fishing Gems with Mick Hurren
We all dream of that near-untouched water, the place where solitude meets success, and the fish are bigger and more plentiful. But is a secret spot really the key to better fishing? And how hard is it to find your own? In this episode, we reveal what it takes to discover your own secret spot—and...
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An Epic Fly Fishing Adventure with Aotearoa Anglers
There are few things better than a fly fishing trip that blows all expectations out of the water—and that’s exactly what we got with Aotearoa Anglers in Southland, New Zealand. In this episode, we dive into an unforgettable three-day adventure, from drifting pristine Southland rivers and hiking...
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DIY Fly Fishing the South Island of New Zealand
In this episode of The Flyfisher's Podcast, Peter Blackmore and Andrew explore how to plan and execute a successful DIY fly fishing holiday to New Zealand's South Island. New Zealand's South Island is a mecca for fly fishing addicts, offering some of the most diverse and pristine waters in the...
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DIY Fly Fishing the North Island of New Zealand
In this episode of The Flyfisher's Podcast, Peter and Andrew explore how to plan and execute a successful DIY fly fishing holiday to New Zealand's North Island. After the boom of La Nina trout fishing in southeastern Australia, the season has returned to a more typical state, leaving many anglers...
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The Hinchinbrook Fly Fishing Challenge
In Far North Queensland, a saltwater fly fishing competition attracts passionate flyfishers from across Australia. This legendary event, presented by Australian Fly Fishing Outfitters, provided us with an incredible opportunity to experience it firsthand. What began as an intriguing adventure...
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Early Season Flyfishing for Trout
With the 2024/25 trout season kicking off, Andrew and Peter have tapped into expert insights to help you pinpoint the best flyfishing locations and techniques for the early season. Each season presents unique conditions, and this year’s low water levels and some fisheries impacted by cormorants...
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On The Flats with Australian Flyfishing Outfitters (Rodney Collings)
During a recent trip to Cocos Keeling Islands, Andrew chats with saltwater flyfishing guru and guide, Rodney Collings. Rodney splits his time between guiding far north Queensland and the crystal clear flats of Cocos. We find out more about Rodney's flyfishing origins and the world-class areas he...
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Streamer Fishing Lakes with Craig Coltman
Simply observing the consistently high-ranked competitive flyfishers reveals there are subtleties to streamer fishing that significantly enhance one's catch rate. As well as deciphering the gear and the flies, Craig explains the 5 basic things we can do during the retrieve, that will transform...
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Western Victoria Winter Lake Fishing Predictions
As the river season draws to a close, we shift our focus to the lakes. To fill us in on which lakes are in good shape, we chat with Philip Weigall and get the good oil.
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Cormorant Carnage with Philip Weigall
Trout anglers in the southeastern region of Australia may have recently observed a downturn in fishing quality, coupled with white bird droppings coating the rocks near their beloved streams. The return of cormorants has undoubtedly left its mark on the fishing scene in recent months. In order to...
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Late Season River Fishing with Philip Weigall
Autumn presents anglers with some of the most rewarding opportunities in flyfishing, but also presents unique challenges. Whether you're targeting delicate sippers, or trying to deal with low flows, Philip shares invaluable tips to ensure you make the most of the river season's closing moments.
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Scott Session Fly Rods with Jim Bartschi
When we caught wind that Scott Fly Rod president Jim Bartschi was in New Zealand for the launch of their new Session series, we got excited and gave him a call to find out more. Jim is a global flyfishing identity and is well respected in the trade as a great guy and gifted rod designer. We…
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Behind the Counter - 09/02/2024
After a hiatus from the podcast due to a busy shop and lots of fishing, Andrew and Peter sit down to discuss the latest in fly fishing news. From the groundbreaking new Orvis Helios rods to cutting-edge wader technology, there's plenty of new gear on the scene to elevate your fly fishing to the...
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Flyfishing New Zealand's North Island with Peter Panopoulos
Peter's trip to the north island of New Zealand has come and gone. and with this, a wealth of knowledge has been developed and is thus ready to be passed on. In the latest episode of The Flyfishers podcast, Peter provides the quintessential information for your trip across the ditch. Talking...
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The Flyfisher's Christmas Gift Guide
In this episode, we've compiled the ultimate gifts for flyfishers. Whether for yourself, a friend, a colleague or partner, these items are designed to enhance your time on the water or at the tying desk making it more enjoyable and effective. For a more personalized touch, The Flyfisher team is...
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On the Stream with Harrison Perrin
In this new series, we chat with friends of The Flyfisher whose passion for flyfishing matches our own. We couldn't think of a better bloke to kick it off than Harrison Perrin. Harrison has been a regular visitor at The Flyfisher, and we've keenly watched his passion develop and his experience...
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Meet the Team - Peter Panopoulos
In todays episode of meet the team, Andrew sits with Flyfisher team member Peter. Every new member of our team brings something to the table and in Peter’s case, it’s The Flyfisher’s Podcast. Peter first came to our attention on the other side of the counter, regularly popping in to top up his…
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Loch Style Flyfishing with Craig Coltman
Craig is an accomplished competition flyfishing coach and angler, representing Australia on the global stage an impressive 19 times. As well as his involvement in Competitive flyfishing, Craig guides lucky anglers on the private waters of Millbrook Lakes. Craig first fished loch style in 1994…
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Jim Allen Flyfishing Tasmania - Part Two
This is our part two chat with fishing identity Jim Allen. Before this episode you should listen to Episode 2, and then Episode 34. I fish with Jim in Tasmania and when you’re at his place, there’s one very strict rule, you have to write up the diary before you leave. He is big on preserving the...
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Jim Allen Flyfishing Tasmania - Part One
Jim Allen has lived a life consumed by flyfishing. His stories are legendary and after his first episode with us, we couldn’t wait to get him back in for more. Before listening to this episode, have a listen to episode 2. We chat more broadly about Jim's life in flyfishing and it’s the perfect...
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Competition Flyfishing with Erhan Cinar
You can't help but be curious about competition flyfishing; It's shaping the way we fish today and the gear we use. To talk us through it, we sat down with competition flyfisher Erhan Cinar. Erhan recently achieved two bronze medals at the Commonwealth Fly Fishing Championships and guides with...
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Behind the Counter (The Best Yet) - 08/07/2023
Welcome back to another episode of Behind the Counter! Tune in to hear Forbes, Andrew and Peter as they sit down after a few drinks and discuss everything from the hottest local fishing opportunities, exciting new products, and a highly anticipated announcement about the Fly Fishing Film Tour.
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Winter Lake Fishing with Philip Weigall
Here’s the thing, trout like the cold! Winter is one of the best times to chase trout on lakes and so for many of us, when temperatures drop, the lake season begins.We welcome back friend of The Flyfisher Philip Weigall to break it all down. You’ll learn there can be dry fly fishing in Winter,...
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Behind the Counter - 15/06/2023
Welcome to another episode of behind the counter! Join Peter and Forbes for the usual banter as well as covering everything from exciting new additions to the fly-tying range, giving a few cracking trip reports and revealing some bargain end of season sale items!
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Bonefish Basics with Scotty X and Andrew Fuller
In this episode, we talk bonefish basics. Bonefish are regarded as one of the holy grail species by fly anglers. Growing well in excess of 10 pounds, bonefish do everything a trophy species should, from providing thrilling polaroiding in ankle-deep water to ripping hundreds of yards of backing…
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Behind the Counter - 12/05/2023
In this week's episode of Behind the Counter, we cover everything exciting currently happening in flyfishing! We discuss everything from the latest and greatest in gear to exciting news about one of the world's best saltwater destinations reopening.
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How to Flyfish Saltwater Flats in Australia
From south coast bream to North Queensland permit, we’re lucky enough to have some of the world's best flats fishing. In this feature-length episode we’re joined by expert guide and fishing film legend John Haenke. We tap into John’s deep knowledge gained over many decades to reveal the...
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Meet the Team - Max Caruso
Welcome to our new series: Meet the Team. Join us as we sit down for a quick chat with the friendly individuals that make up the team here at The Flyfisher. Today Peter sat Max Caruso down for a chat. Max is well known in fly fishing circles having written several articles on all things…
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How to Fly Fish the Goulburn River with Wilderness Fly Fishing's Scotty X.
The Goulburn River is Victoria's most popular trout fishery, and for good reason. This season has been an absolute cracker and Wilderness Fly Fishing have fished it hard with unbelievable success. Without a doubt there is a lot to learn about this spectacular trout fishery and there's no better...
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Behind the Counter - 14/03/2023
Join us on this week's episode of behind the counter to hear all that's been happening in the world of flyfishing. From Victorian game fishing to small stream antics.
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Behind the Counter 24/02/2023 - The Long Awaited Return
Join us on this week's episode of Behind the Counter. We reveal all that's been happening in local flyfishing, plus report on Andrew's trip to Cocos, and Josh cracks the cod code on the King.
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Behind the Counter - 7/01/2023
There's been some time between drinks so we have lots to report on. Andrew finds a challenge in chasing carp, Forbes deserts us, and gear gets tested including the Orvis Helios Blackout, Simms GTS roller and the Lamson Litespeed Marine. Plus we reveal (but don't reveal) some news regarding a new...
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Cocos Islands Flyfishing Adventure
Coco’s Keeling Islands is rapidly gaining recognition as one of the world’s premier saltwater flyfishing destinations. Ross has recently returned from this island paradise and while we were expecting he would have a good trip, the obscene fish count was not expected. Teeming with huge GT’s…
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Victorian Bream Fishing with Kiel Jones
In this episode, we get fly fishing weapon Kiel Jones on the phone to chat all things victorian bream fishing. Kiel is an established salt and freshwater flyfishing guide based in victoria and has spent countless hours targeting yellowfin and black bream across the state. Kiel covers all things...
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Behind the Counter 15/11/2022
Join us on this week's episode of Behind the Counter to see what's been going on behind the scenes at the shop!
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Scientific Anglers with American special guest, Jeff Pierce
In this episode, we're joined by good friend at Scientific Anglers, Jeff Pierce. Jeff is a well travelled angler thanks to his role as the international sales manager of Scientific Anglers. He visited us recently to run a demo day in-store and not surprisingly, he attracted a big crowd.…
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Mayfly Fishing Western Victoria with Philip Weigall
There is no more anticipated moment in the Victorian flyfishers calendar, than spring mayflies. We caught up with the oracle of mayfly fishing, Philip Weigall, to learn how we can maximise our success during this exciting time. We thought we knew a lot about mayflies before chatting, but once...
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Who is The Flyfisher? An intimate chat with Andrew Fuller
In this episode, we sit down with the main man behind The Flyfisher - Andrew Fuller. Andrew has been a flyfisher since he was a young kid growing up in country New South Wales, and his love of flyfishing has since seen him travel all over the world. He has worked in the flyfishing industry since...
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As Australia's premier fly shop, The Flyfisher has been helping anglers get the most from their flyfishing since 1967. In this podcast, we hope to inspire, educate, and entertain as we chat with characters that froth on flyfishing as much as we do.
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