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

  • July: Gurnard

  • August: Kahawai

  • September: Tarakihi

  • Plus one Mystery Length Snapper each month across all classes!

Tournament Format

This is a measure-only tournament:

  • Prizes for Longest and Average Length of the target species per category

  • One mystery length Snapper winner each month

Fishing Rules

  • Rod and reel only — no electric reels

  • 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:

  • Place fish nose against the board/tape, with one side of the tape clearly visible

  • 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

  • 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.