Story: Dropping a Line on Christmas Island
Episode: 4
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane
Air Date: 25th February 2023

• Christmas Island is renowned for its excellent fishing opportunities.
• Christmas Island offers a wide range of fish species that can be caught in its surrounding waters. Some of the popular fish that can be caught on Christmas Island include bonefish, giant trevally, yellowfin tuna, sailfish, marlin, and red emperor.
• Other fish species that can be found in the area include wahoo, mahi-mahi, and dogtooth tuna.
• The island's diverse and abundant marine life makes it a popular destination for recreational and sport fishing.
• After a successful day of fishing, many anglers make their way to the giant trevally farm where these large fish congregate, anticipating the arrival of fishermen to clean and fillet their catches.
• These trevally’s typically weigh between 20-50kg, and visitors are even welcome to take a swim with them.
• For those in search of top-quality fishing gear, it is highly recommended to pay a visit to Mark Rochfort at Shorefire.
• Known for his extensive knowledge of the best fishing spots, Mark is always eager to share his expert advice with fellow enthusiasts.

For more information:
www.christmas.net.au/da