Golden Perch


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Native Murray-Darling sportfish (also called yellowbelly) found in inland rivers and impoundments across NSW, VIC, QLD and SA. Targeted with lipless cranks, spinnerbaits, soft plastics and bait around timber and rocky structure. Best from spring to autumn when water warms.
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions, so check recent reports before a trip.
85 mapped fishing spots, marks and waypoints for golden perch across Australia, covering land-based fishing, estuary fishing, jetty and wharf fishing, offshore and bluewater fishing, freshwater fishing and impoundment fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.