Compleat Angler Melbourne

04/09/2026

🎣 Victorian trout season is almost here! 🏔️🐟

The wait is nearly over, with the Victorian trout season opening this Saturday, 5 September!

Planning to wet a line? Drop into Compleat Angler Melbourne and chat with the team about the best rivers to fish, what’s biting and the right tackle to have in your kit.

Get your gear sorted and get ready to chase a few trout! 🎣

04/09/2026

NEW in store, Shimano Tension 45 2026 Black Edition. From trout to jewfish and everything in between, there is a model to suit an array of fishing styles.

Shop now at Compleat Angler Melbourne or online: https://compleatangler.com.au/

31/08/2026

Take a couple of minutes to read and comment on this survey. It just may help protect a place you may one day wish to fish.

The scale of proposed highly protected area is significant, and where those zones are placed matters for recreational fishing access. The Commonwealth Marine Parks review will help shape how Australia moves toward its marine protection targets.

Get informed, get involved and have your say:
https://afta.net.au/commonwealth-marine-parks-review-30x30-have-your-say/

30/08/2026

🎣Metre Long Club Entry!

has stepped it up in a big way with this incredible 123cm Barramundi from Cairns, QLD 🔥🐟

That is an absolute trophy barra and one of the standout catches on the MLC board — serious size and serious power 👌

This giant was landed on a Venom 6kg rod paired with a Shimano Tranx 300, proving that a well-balanced setup can handle some truly massive fish 💪

Massive effort, Joe 👏 and a shoutout to Compleat Angler Cairns for backing the gear behind the catch.

30/08/2026

Dad deserves a little extra time on the water. 🎣💙

This Father’s Day, make his next fishing trip even better with 20% OFF rods & reels at Compleat Angler!

Whether Dad’s chasing his next PB or just loves a day with a line in the water, there’s something he’ll be stoked to unwrap.

Sale on until 6 September 2026.

🎁 Shop in-store or online: http://www.compleatangler.com.au

29/08/2026

Count it down and hold it in the strike zone. 🎣🔥

The Rapala CountDown Elite takes a legendary lure and gives it a modern edge. Built with a premium balsa body, long-casting design and a controlled slow-sinking action, it’s made for covering water and targeting fish at the depth they’re feeding. The added flutter on the drop is often all it takes to trigger the bite.
Rapala Australia

Whether you’re chasing trout, bass, bream or other Aussie favourites, this is one lure that deserves a permanent spot in the tackle tray.

Shop online or visit Compleat Angler Melbourne today.

👉 https://compleatangler.com.au/search?q=Rapala+Countdown+Elite

28/08/2026

🎣Metre Long Club Entry!

keeps the metre fish coming with another solid 102cm Barramundi from Cairns, QLD 🔥🐟

That’s another quality tropical barra added to an impressive run of MLC submissions — the far north is definitely producing the goods 👌

This fish was landed on a Venom 6kg rod paired with a Shimano Tranx 300, a proven setup for putting serious pressure on hard-fighting estuary fish 💪

Great work again, Joe 👏 and a shoutout to Compleat Angler Cairns for backing the gear behind the catch.

25/08/2026

Keep your tackle sorted and your next lure ready to go. 🎣🔥

The Double sided Yakamito Lure Box is built for anglers who want quick access, smart storage and gear that can handle life on the water. Lightweight, tough and practical, it’s perfect for organizing hardbodies, soft plastics, jig heads, flies and more.

With foam storage on both sides, finding the right lure for the next cast has never been easier.

Shop online or visit Compleat Angler Melbourne today.

👉 https://compleatangler.com.au/products/yakamito-lure-box-dbl

24/08/2026

A true Aussie favourite for chasing freshwater and saltwater species 🎣🔥

The Tasmanian Devil Lure range has earned its reputation with anglers across Australia thanks to its unique action, versatility and fish-attracting design. Whether you’re casting or trolling, there’s a Tassie Devil ready for your next session.

From trout and freshwater natives to saltwater predators, explore the full range and find your next go-to lure.

👉 Shop the Tasmanian Devil range: https://compleatangler.com.au/collections/tasmanian-devil-lures

Available online and at Compleat Angler Melbourne.

23/08/2026

has added another solid 100cm Barramundi from Cairns, QLD 🔥🐟

A clean metre barra to round out a seriously impressive run of entries — Cairns is firing 👌

This one was taken on a Venom 6kg rod paired with a Shimano Tranx 300, a trusted setup for hard-pulling estuary fish 💪

Great effort once again, Joe 👏 and a shoutout to Compleat Angler Cairns for backing the gear behind the catch.