Key Info
No entry fee and open to all current full club members in both Junior and Open (Men/Ladies) categories.
Tournament Dates
Each tournament runs from 6:00am on the 1st to 5:00pm on the last day of the month.
No briefing is held for these events.
Target Species by Month
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July: Gurnard
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August: Kahawai
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September: Tarakihi
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Plus one Mystery Length Snapper each month across all classes!
Tournament Format
This is a measure-only tournament:
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Prizes for Longest and Average Length of the target species per category
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One mystery length Snapper winner each month
Fishing Rules
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Rod and reel only — no electric reels
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Use the official club measuring board or tape (available for $25)
Sustainable Fishing First
The Whakatane Sportfishing Club actively supports sustainable fishing practices.
Where possible, anglers are encouraged to measure and release their catch.
Photo Submissions
To enter a fish:
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Place fish nose against the board/tape, with one side of the tape clearly visible
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Email up to 2 photos per week per species to:
tournaments@wsfc.co.nz -
Submit photos before 5:00pm on the last day of the month
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Include your name and membership number in the email subject
Photos not following the rules will not be accepted.
Prize Giving
Held at the club on the first Friday of the following month at 7:00pm.
Winners will be contacted beforehand if possible.