Marmion Beach sits alongside the Marmion Marine Park, and the reef patches running through this stretch of coast create structure that open sand beaches don't have. The reef edges hold herring and tailor, and the sand patches between reef are whiting territory. It's a step up from flat beach fishing without the commitment of rock platform fishing.

Target the transition zones where sand meets reef — that's where fish patrol. Cast metals over the reef edges at dawn and dusk for herring and tailor. For whiting, use fresh bait on a light rig in the sandy gutters between reef patches. The reef provides natural berley as waves wash food off the rocks.

Herring (over reef edges, reliable), tailor (dawn and dusk, reef to sand transition), whiting (sandy patches), and occasional wrasse and skippy over the reef.

Check Marmion Marine Park sanctuary zone boundaries — some reef areas here are no-take zones. Bring spare rigs because the reef will cost you hooks. The rock platforms can be slippery; fish from the sand when possible. Dawn sessions before the marine park fills with snorkellers and kayakers fish best.