About Us

The voyage of Richardson Marine began with a lifelong love of boats, fishing, diving, and the South-West Victorian coastline. Founder Ed Richardson’s passion for the ocean started young, but it was over the past 20 years that he turned it into a craft. After qualifying as an aluminium fabricator and honing his skills in South Australia building respected plate alloy boats, Ed returned home to Warrnambool — and Richardson Marine was born. From here, Richardson Marine became a major marine dealership and workshop; still offering today Stabicraft, Seacruiser and Quintrex hulls paired with Suzuki outboard engines.

In 2016, Ed paired up with well known angler and marine scientist Scott Gray to build Warrnambool's only independent tackle shop, and as the shop was being run out of an old tin shed; the Tackle Shack was born.

"The Shack" became the south-west’s go-to destination for fishing tackle, bait, ice, and accessories. Nothing beats local knowledge, and our team has it in spades. Just like our customers, we live and breathe fishing, and we’re here to share that passion. Whether you’re trolling offshore for 150kg tuna or hiking up the Merri River chasing trout, The Tackle Shack caters to every style of local fishing.

Our daily fishing reports through Facebook, Instagram and our websites have been delivering local anglers the information they need for over 10 years - and we're only a phone call away when you need the scoop on any local fishing near Warrnambool.

We’re also proud to stock the region’s largest range of Yeti drinkware, apparel, and outdoor gear, a brand that continues to grow in popularity season after season. You'll find a wide range of Garmin marine and freshwater electronics, with staff who know how to finely tune your unit to achieve the best results. Our fishing range is expansive, covering all budgets and fishing styles; with dozens, if not hundreds of brands in stock.

Unlike big chains, Richardson Marine and The Tackle Shack are proudly independent and locally owned. This means our focus is on providing personal service, expert advice, and genuine after-sales support. We carefully choose the products we stock so that every item meets the needs of our local anglers. Our customers aren’t just transactions - they’re part of the fishing community we care deeply about. Every year, we donate thousands directly to our local fishing clubs through our Reel Rewards program, in addition to multiple event sponsorships and charity donations.

When you shop with us, you’re supporting a business that supports you right back, both on and off the water.