Surfing History: Big Swell – February 1999

From the Coastwatch Vault, this John Charlton story was on the swell generated by an east coast low, which formed off the southern Queensland Coast in the first week of February 1999.

Summer Beach Nasties

From the Coastwatch Vault, a look at some of the creatures that can make a trip to the beach an unpleasant experience if you encounter them.

Seafood BBQ with Chilli Jam

Description: From the Coastwatch Vault this great Sally Jenyns seafood BBQ with chilli jam recipe is easy to cook and tastes sensational.

Margaret C Model

From the Coastwatch Vault comes this story on a fantastic “one inch to one foot” model of Brownie’s old bay boat, the Margaret C.  

TRANSCRIPT – MARGARET C MODELWelcome back to Coastwatch.You know this old boat of mine’s got quite a history. For more than 30 years she was home and Workhorse to her original owner, thelate Dick Carol and his mates as they fished professionally around Moreton Bay.Now in her time she’s carted home tons of fish, towed… Continue reading Margaret C Model

Houseboat Weekend in Tin Can Bay

From the Coastwatch Vault, this Gary Howard story on enjoying a weekend on a houseboat in Tin Can Bay. Although shot many years ago, Tin Can Bay is still a great place to visit and Luxury Afloat Houseboats are still operating. You can contact them and get more details at http://www.luxuryafloat.com.au

Tips on Beach Fishing

From the Coastwatch Vault, this video shows tips from Gary Howard and Cliff Andreassen on beach fishing. Shot on Teewah Beach, there’s some good info in this from a couple of blokes who know their stuff.

Manta Rays

This Clint Hempsall creature feature from the Coastwatch Vault is on Manta Rays, one of the most beautiful and graceful animals in the marine environment.

Sea Hares

From the Coastwatch Vault, this creature feature from the late Neville Coleman is on an interesting mollusc called a Sea Hare. They have a unique defence system and mating habits