Fishing in Australia includes saltwater fishing along the coastline as well as freshwater opportunities in rivers and lakes. Nearshore fishing targets a mix of coastal and reef species, while offshore trips often focus on pelagic fish such as tuna and mackerel depending on season and location.
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Queensland, Australia
Victoria, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
Queensland, Australia
Queensland, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
Queensland, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
Victoria, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
Victoria, Australia
Victoria, Australia
Queensland, Australia
New South Wales, Australia
Queensland, Australia



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