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Compleat Angler Dandenong

Locality: Dandenong, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9794 9397

Address: 241-243 Princes Highway 3175 Dandenong, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.fishingcamping.com.au/

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25.01.2022 BAIT! We're fully stocked! If you're cashing snapper, or anything else for that matter this week we've got you covered!

25.01.2022 Berley! One of the keys to successful bait fishing! Here staff member Chris touches on a few different berley mixtures and when to use them.

25.01.2022 More tuna gear in stock! We're gearing up for summer bluefin and kingies! Heaps of killer skirts and teasers in store now!

25.01.2022 Today at 4pm on 7Mate, Al McGlashan is off to the Tiwi Islands with former Australian cricketer Michael Kasprowicz. If you miss it, head over to 7plus.com.au to catch up!

24.01.2022 As we know, we can go fishing within our 5km radius. For those who live close enough to any suburban lake, there's a great chance to hone your skills on some of the resident fish species. Here staff member George runs through the most effective rig for species like trout and redfin.

24.01.2022 Kingfish! They're around already! If you want to tackle these bluewater thugs make sure your gear is up to standard - and you've got plenty of jigs!

22.01.2022 Ok guys, we all know we're stuck off the water for a good few weeks yet - but make sure you're taking in any informed you can that will increase your success once we're back on the water! Last video was Port Phillip bay snapper rigging. Today staff member Chris goes over the finer points of snapper rigging Westernport style. For all you regional fishos, this system is also ideal for tidal regions like the Welshpool basin.

22.01.2022 Personalised gift service for your Dad on Father's Day! That's what we are offering to all those who would normally get Dad some fishing tackle for Father's Day. If you need anything sorted for Father's Day, get in touch with us and we can make it happen!

22.01.2022 After yesterday's garfish preparations, here's the results that can be expected!

22.01.2022 Ok guys if you haven't heard - there's more STONKERS on their way! Local family fishing lakes have been topped up with more ex brood stock trout - ready for everyone to get out and catch! Here's the updated list of when you can catch them!

21.01.2022 Ok, for those of you in regional vic lucky enough to be out fishing - now is a great time to be searching for natives like bass and yellowbelly. Here's a small tip from staff member Dylan on how to stop 'short strikes' on lures like spinnerbaits, by adding a stinger hook behind the main hook. It really can help on Spring time short bites!

21.01.2022 HUGE re-opening MEGA SALE! ON NOW! Make sure you don't miss out!

21.01.2022 NEW SHIMANO Vanford & Saragosa IN STOCK! Phone is running hot so if you want one, get in touch with us ASAP!

20.01.2022 Today at 4pm on 7Mate, Al McGlashan heads up north to explore some of the best fishing spots in the Northern Territory! If you miss it, head over to 7plus.com.au to catch up!

20.01.2022 Metro Melbourne anglers - here's some good news if you have a 'family fishing lake' nearby. 18 of these Family Fishing Lakes are currently being stocked by Victorian Fisheries with 500 brood stock rainbow trout - which are up to 4kg each! These super-sized trout have been stocked into some lakes this week and they will continue being stocked in all up until October 14. Here's a list of metro lakes currently being stocked or ready and waiting for over the next week or so. ... Albert Park Lake (60) Lillydale Lake (45) Emerald Lake (15) Caulfield Racecourse Lake (30) Don Lake (15) Garfield Lake (10) Lilliput Lane Reserve (10) Pakenham Lake (30) Casey Fields Lake (20) Berwick Springs Estate Lake (20) Roxburgh Park Lakes (10) Yarrambat Lake (60) Rowville Lakes (15) Karkarook Lake (60) Spavin Lake (30) Navan Park Lake (15) Darlingsford Lake (15) Ferntree Gully Quarry (40) See more

19.01.2022 Megabass magdraft - yes they're a deadly soft swimbait! If you're looking for a method to fish these right in the nasty stuff this is for you. Staff member Dylan shows us how to rig the 8 inch magdraft weedless.

19.01.2022 Fishing for an XMAS gift for yourself or someone? Here's a few ideas on offer in our 4 DAY MEGA SALE. Starting THIS THURSDAY and running for 4 MASSIVE DAYS - don't miss out!

18.01.2022 We're open today 9am - 5pm!

18.01.2022 Father's Day is just around the corner! And fishing gifts make every Dad happy! Even if you can't spend time with your Dad this year, we're offering a Father's Day gift service to make sure that your Dad knows you're thinking of them!

18.01.2022 ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT! Don't miss out on grabbing yourself a crazy deal! Sale ends 5:00pm Sunday 1st November.

18.01.2022 Garfish on offer, nice and local! Berley is critical, so here's how to make the best!

17.01.2022 Stonker stocking! Karkarook park has just received 60 of these rainbow trout, up to 7kg! Staff member Dylan was at the lake checking it out and lending a helping land in releasing these stonkers, ready for you all to catch!

17.01.2022 Public Service Announcement - fishing is permitted once again in Melbourne metro. Our understanding after hearing and reading updated statements is as follows; You can fish for 2hrs per day, the same permitted for outdoor exercise. No curfew on when you can fish.... You are not allowed to travel outside of the 5km radius from your home to fish. Boating is not allowed at present in any craft that is not human powered. ie kayaks and kayak based fishing is ok, motor-powered boating is not. Boat ramps, piers and jetties are prohibited for use. Shore based fishing be it, rocks, beach, river or lake bank is all ok - provided the location is within your 5km radius. Attached is the statement from VFA with their outlines, and when any additional details are disclosed we will update you all. Remember to abide by all covid-19 guidelines and social distancing measures. Hopefully the next few weeks more good news comes and we can get back to enjoying our fishing! https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3297510500340923&id=279684478790222

17.01.2022 Scents....they work very well when the fish don't want to play, and there's plenty out there to suit all forms of fishing. Here staff member George gives us a quick run down of some differences between them to help you decide on which type you need.

17.01.2022 Ok everyone, we'll see again tomorrow for all your needs! We'll be open 9am - 5:30pm. See you all soon!

16.01.2022 Ok everyone, here's the latest up to date statement from Victorian Fisheries. Good news for those within 5km of their local waters, and for everyone else - hang in there! https://www.facebook.com/225152237555294/posts/4586400321430442/

16.01.2022 Don't forget guys that we're available for click-and-collect today between 10am and 2pm. All phone/facebook/email orders welcome!

16.01.2022 The whiting fishing is RED HOT at present, here's a couple of KGW essentials to help you bag more of the tasty little buggers!

16.01.2022 Although fishing is still off the cards at the minute unfortunately there's been plenty of talk about new soft plastic styles on the market for the upcoming season - with 'stretchy' or natural plastic materials available. They both have their differences and should be treated accordingly. Here staff member Dylan runs through rigging both styles to get the most out of your plastics!

16.01.2022 Happy New Year from all of us at Compleat Angler Dandenong. Thank you for all your support over this past year and best wishes for a happy, safe and less challenging 2021 year ahead. Open all days, except New Year's Day.

16.01.2022 Have you heard about fishing soft plastics "snagless?" Wondered how to rig them up? Staff member Dylan talks us through exactly how to go about getting the most of this technique and how easy it is to do!

15.01.2022 A lovely rainy Monday morning here in Melbourne! For those lucky enough to enjoy a fish over the weekend, or those at home getting themselves ready for later in the month - here's a quick piece of gear maintenance from staff member Chris that should help your outfits last longer!

15.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to all the fishing and non-fishing dads out there! Although times are hard, we hope you can see the joy in the small things and we'll see you back on the again soon!

15.01.2022 Tuna time: Even though conditions haven't been ideal for many during the week, there have been some keen anglers making the most of the decreased boat traffic offshore and tangling with some good size bluefin tuna. With some better weather forecast for the weekend and early into the week there should be more tuna reports coming from outside both bays. The water offshore from Port Phillip heads has been teaming with life, including bluefin tuna to 30kgs. While these fish can b...e aggressive and hit with speed and anger, they will also shy away from lots of different lure offerings if they aren't interested. Most anglers having regular success on them have been incorporating some form of teaser, be it a flasher style rig or soft surface squid 'flippy floppy'. Customer Johnny fished with mate Will during the week where they shot outside from Sorrento. The boys found success in slow trolling 150mm poppers around the edge of the schools giving them the occasional bloop to entice an enquiry. Customer Zak also boated a couple of lovely tuna during the week, and offshore from Port Phillip also. Zak found that small skirts in the 4 - 5'' range were the most effective when run in conjunction with a flippy floppy teaser. Small bullet style heads running off the teaser also provide straight predictable tracking to help the fish line the lure up. Customer Billy fished with mates out from the heads and landed some nice fish in the 20kg mark on skirts up to 6 inches in length. Running polished bullet heads behind flasher rigs was the most effective method, and in water around 50m deep. See more

13.01.2022 Here's a bit of a sneak preview of what's in store for you all tomorrow! Don't forget to help ensure a COVID-safe shop for all by wearing masks and using provided sanitizer stations around the store, along with safe-distanced barriers and increased room amongst all displays and shop sections. This way we can provide everyone with the tackle they need, in a safe manner!

13.01.2022 Snaps, commonly used for most anglers for many forms of lure fishing including squid and trout fishing. There are many different snaps out there however, and some work much better than others for certain forms of fishing. Here staff member George dives in and explains the differences, and how you can choose the correct snap for your form of fishing!

12.01.2022 Here's the latest piece of health advice that's applicable to us all. Hopefully a couple more weeks and we'll all be able to get out and enjoy our fishing again!

12.01.2022 Here's a fairly simple yet overlooked process of correctly rigging up a live freshwater yabby as bait. Often seen rigged incorrectly which decreases your catch rate, and makes you go through more yabbies than you need! Staff member Chris shows us the correct method of presenting the yabby in the best manner for all fish!

12.01.2022 Snapper rigging 101; how to get the most out of your baits! Ensuring that they are rigged correctly can be the difference between missed bites or fish in the boat! Here staff member Chris gives the good oil on presenting baits correc6in port phillip bay.

12.01.2022 We're unfortunately back here again! We won't bore you with all the details as you will probably know them anyway, but unfortunately the store is required to be closed until 9am Thursday 18th of Feb. We'll keep you all updated on any details as we know them. Thanks again for your understanding, and we'll see back in store shortly!... George, Dylan, Don, Chris and Glenys.

11.01.2022 Ok guys, we're here ready to service you all and get you on the water! Same great service just done a different way!

11.01.2022 Hello fellow fisher-people! We're still here for you if you need any assistance during lockdown! Whether it's info on setting up an outfit, or the ins & outs of a particular location you'd like to fish - or if you'd like any additions to the tackle box, feel free to contact us via phone or Facebook and we can organize whatever it is that you need!

11.01.2022 Come by and check out our 4 day MEGA SALE! We're topped up and loaded with savings!

11.01.2022 Don't forget that you can still purchase what ever you need to enjoy your fishing! We're open normal trading hours, with our usual full level of service in a contactless way!

10.01.2022 WE'RE BACK! Doors will be open 8am tomorrow morning! We've appreciated all your support during this frustrating time and will be happy to see you all!

10.01.2022 Here is a small, but handy tip for everyone out fishing the stocked suburban lakes - or for any light tackle shore based bait fishing. The correct use of the simple folding rod holder. Here staff member George explains how the correct angle of your rod can help land you more fish!

09.01.2022 Thank you to all our customers for your support over this past year, which has proven challenging for everyone. Here's to lots of fishing adventures during 2021.

09.01.2022 WPB gummies and snapper: Now is a great time of year to be fishing locally, especially in Western Port. The large gummies on offer around the Western entrance and inside the port are excellent with some seriously-sized females moving in to pup. Fishing fresh baits along the bottom curve of a channel or gutter will generally lead to tangling with one of these fish, it just comes down to timing the stage of the tide. Customer Trent landed a ripper gummy fishing along the edge o...f the main western channel near Vetnor. Fishing chunks of freshly caught yakka and trevally provided Trent with the opportunity to release this 25kg fish. Customer Dan also landed a ripper gummy fishing with mate Seb. The guys were fishing around the Western entrance where they found some nice patches of reef and fresh bait in the form of wrasse and parrotfish. Fishing nearby to the reef resulted in a lovely shark of around 20kgs. Large chunk baits tend to ward most small pickers away in this environment, and leave plenty for the larger gummies to hone in on. There have been some nice school snapper caught in the port by anglers fishing the cunjie ground and rubble through areas like the north arm out from Hastings, and across towards the corals in similar bottom terrain. Fresh squid, pilchard and yakka have been the best-chance baits. Customer Nigel has been fishing the North arm in Western port where he has consistently been landing snapper up to 70cm. Nigel has been fishing small patches of cunjie in 10 - 13m of water. Most of the school fish have been sized from 55 - 65cm and have been taken on pilchard. See more

09.01.2022 Have you missed being able to check out the latest fishing tackle?? Well this may help you! COMPLEAT ANGLER DANDENONG's opening MEGA SALE is on, starting 8am Wednesday! ... DON'T MISS OUT!

08.01.2022 Not long now until we can hopefully get amongst the Port Phillip snapper - hopefully! Staff member Chris shows us what we need and how to tie the simplest and most effective rig for bait fishing for PPB snapper.

07.01.2022 Keen trout fisher Javier Kay, 17, had been saving for the perfect fly fishing rod But then a lucky catch at Lake Catani didn’t just net him a 53cm brown trout,... it also landed him with $2000 and he was able to purchase his dream rod! And while he knew about the Golden Tag competition, he didn’t actually realise there was a tagged fish in Lake Catani, near Mount Buffalo, until he ran into a ranger 5 minutes before he caught the valuable trout and the ranger told him about it! After I had a chat with the ranger and he mentioned there were Golden Tag trout in there, I thought ‘I might be in with a shot here! And it was perfect! Fishing for trout is my passion and I really want to get into fly fishing and had my eye on a rod and was saving towards it, so I knew exactly how I was going to spend some of my winnings. Fish have been tagged in waters all over the state - to see where, head to www.vfa.vic.gov.au/goldentag #goldentag #visitvictoria #browntrout #troutfishing ABC Goulburn Murray WIN News Albury The Alpine Observer Mansfield Courier Alexandra Newspapers The Border Mail Wangaratta Chronicle Yarrawonga Chronicle Benalla Ensign Euroa Gazette Corryong Courier

07.01.2022 Rainy weekends housebound here in Melbourne - the ideal time to brush up on your knots! Another one of our 'staples' here the double uni knot. Joining 2 lines together whether braid or mono, this knot is quick to tie and strong. It's essentially 2 uni knots which lock against each other, so if you can tie the uni this one will come easy!

07.01.2022 Preparation prevents poor performance, no matter the fishing style!

06.01.2022 Morning everyone, unfortunately we won't be open this morning. During the night it's seemed that someone has wanted our front doors and reel display more than we do not much we can do, but police are working hard to follow witness leads! We may potentially be up and trading later today, but will update you all when we can. Thanks for your support!

06.01.2022 The WHITING SLAYER is in stock! Limited edition Bachar Whiting Slayer by Okuma already flying out the door! Grab one asap if you're in the market for an extra KGW rod.

05.01.2022 Melbourne metro updated restrictions, as of 11:59pm TONIGHT the 5km radius will increase to 25km. The 2 hour limit is gone also. For those of us in metro Melbourne many will able to get to Port Phillip or Western Port bays, with some excellent snapper fishing expected. If you can't quite make the saltwater, there will no doubt be a freshwater location within reach, with many having the recently stocked trout to 15lb. Unfortunately for us here, retail is still not able to op...en until November 1st. WE CAN HOWEVER still provide click and collect or 'phone up and fish' from the shop carpark. We've just stocked up with all baits salt and fresh, and plenty of other new gear in store - and we're here to service your needs from 9am - 5pm Monday to Sunday to help you make the most of the fishing you can do at the moment!

05.01.2022 The squid fishing has been excellent this Spring! Top up your squid storage with these rippers!

05.01.2022 The doors will be open 8am TOMORROW morning! Come by if you're looking for all the latest and greatest tackle! You'll be sure to find yourself a super deal!

05.01.2022 Sorry if you've tried calling us this morning - we're experiencing technical issues with our phone lines! If you need to get a hold of us phone our shop phone on 0418 252 385

05.01.2022 Need to stock up on any gear for the season ahead? We're back here servicing your fishing needs - with UP TO 70% off STOREWIDE! But only until Sunday!

05.01.2022 FINAL DAY! We're here til 5:00pm for all your fishing needs! Don't miss out on a super deal!

04.01.2022 Need some FISHING TACKLE BARGAINS? We've got all sorts for you starting THIS THURSDAY, with our 4 day XMAS MEGA SALE. Heaps on offer for all - but it's for 4 days ONLY!

03.01.2022 Although we still can't fish for a bit yet, you can still get your Dad those fishing gifts he needs (and wants!) We'll be offering this service right up until Father's Day Sep 6th, so if fishing gifts are what he'd enjoy - let us take care of it!

03.01.2022 BLACK Friday is on at Dandenong. Massive discounts store-wide. Sale finishes this Sunday. Be quick. Up to 70% off. Check out our flyer for just some of the SALE Items.

03.01.2022 New model saragosas in store now! Be quick though as these will sell out VERY QUICK

03.01.2022 Don't forget guys that click-and-collect will be operating today between 10am - 2pm. Strictly no walk ins. Thanks!

02.01.2022 Another commonly confused bait to rig up is the humble maggot. Here staff member George explains the correct way to ensure that your bait is pinned securely and wiggles away to attract fish!

02.01.2022 Ok guys we haven't forgotten about you all! Although we're currently closed under COVID-19 restrictions, we've got plenty of informative stuff to keep you anglers SANE! Starting super simple, staff member George explaining the quickest and easiest technique of rigging successfully for garfish. If you're outside of restricted areas and fancy a feed of tasty gars, give this one a try!

02.01.2022 Here's a simple but strong knot every angler should know, that can be applied to a lot of different scenarios. The simple uni, or 'universal' knot. Our staple knot for many different applications, that's very strong and quick to tie. Staff member George gives us a quick run down on how to successfully tie the knot.

01.01.2022 Here’s a bonus of royal proportions! While tagging southern bluefin tuna off the west coast recently, our Golden Tag team decided to go one better and tag k...ingfish as well! So all you offshore fishers can now target both of these superb sportfish out in the deep blue. There’s still plenty of Golden Tag winners out there swimming around, right across the state! In the east there’s tagged dusky flathead in abundance plus bream, luderick, estuary perch and more. In the north you’ve got cod and yellas in lakes and rivers, and there’s trout in the south-west crater lakes, Lake Bellfield and in the north-east. For all the details, head to www.vfa.vic.gov.au/goldentag And a big thanks to Ben from Portland Bait and Tackle and Alex from Alex Boat Detailing for their help tagging these beauties! #kingfish #offshorefishing #goldentag #visitvictoria Moyne Shire Council Warrnambool City Council Colac Otway Shire Council Glenelg Shire Council Warrnambool Standard Portland Observer & Guardian

01.01.2022 Today at 4pm on 7Mate, Al McGlashan heads back up north for another great northern adventure! If you miss it, head over to 7plus.com.au to catch up!

01.01.2022 Rain firing up the trout: The bit of rain that some of the state has received over the past fortnight has really given a breath of life for the freshwater streams and lakes, and fired the trout up some more. With a rise in water levels and an increase in water turbidity the trout have been actively feeding up and responding well to anglers fishing lures. Customer Matt has been fishing the pondage at Eildon over the past few weeks and has been landing some quality trout on lur...es. With overcast conditions and passing rain the trout have been patrolling the riverbed edge and flats looking for some easy prey. Matt's spoon style lures throw a lot of light and have an erratic action when slowly retrieved so they have been an excellent searching style of lure to find which areas the fish have been patrolling. Customer Vince has also been doing some trout fishing in the streams between Eildon and Noojee and he is also finding some decent size trout. Some of the larger tributaries have been producing brown trout to over 50cm. Most of the fish in these type of waterway are generally in the 20 - 25cm size range, so fish this size are exceptional. Vince has been fishing one of his favoured light spin rods with small hardbodies for all the action. The more tannin in the water the brighter the lure colour for extra contrast, with orange and black being favourites for him. Any rain event during Summer and Autumn can provide an extra boost in trout activity in the local rivers. If you're going to bait fish these rivers baits like cut worm are excellent after rain also. See more

01.01.2022 Paula lures in stock! Get yourself geared up for local tuna and kings, 'coz they're out there!

01.01.2022 Here's some of the SUPER DEALS you could snag yourself! Compleat Angler Dandenong's MEGA SALE runs until 5:00pm Sunday 1st November - DON'T MISS OUT!

01.01.2022 Well the COVID-19 whirlwind continues to change all of our lives on a daily basis. Unfortunately the current state of this virus has forced stricter and harsher restrictions upon us all, which have and will directly affect us here at Compleat Angler Dandenong. Fishing is unfortunately no longer permitted here in and around metro Melbourne and due to Mondays updated business restrictions we will be forced to close the doors of the shop for the next 6 weeks, as of end of trade... Wednesday 5th August. While this is frustrating news, we will still be contactable via phone, email and Facebook messenger if you have any fishing enquiries! While it's not as exciting as fishing - we will all have plenty of time to prepare for the coming season, with trout and snapper fishing expected to be excellent by the time we're back on the water. If you need to get a hold of us at the shop during our down time, feel free to contact us on one of the following: Phone 03 9794 9397 or 0418 252 385 Facebook messenger https://www.facebook.com/Compleat-Angler-Dandenong-492684290749539 Email [email protected] In the meantime, stay safe, sane and look out for each other. The team at Compleat Angler Dandenong George, Dylan, Don, Chris and Glenys