Hooked Up 168 May 2026

The May issue is packed with smart, technical fishing for a cracking time of year on the water.

Our cover story focuses on the southern estuaries, winter is prime time for big bream and estuary perch holding in the timber, with EPs in particular hitting hard as they push into structure.

As we move into late autumn, it’s all about finesse, refinement and making the most of the conditions. The tuna bite is firing, and inside this issue we look at cubing for southern bluefin tuna, a proven technique that can be deadly when the fish are holding deep and aren’t taking lures.

We also look at fishing lighter to get more bites, breaking down how subtle changes in line, leader, lure choice and presentation can make a huge difference whether you’re game fishing or chasing trout.

There’s also a full review of the new Lowrance Recon electric motor, tested around Mallacoota while chasing flathead and mulloway, along with the latest tackle, boating and fishing news.

Hope you enjoy the issue.

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