Prizes

The Nangiloc Fishing Club Stress Less Fishing Classic is all about ‘life being better outdoors’, enjoying being in nature with family and friends, so there are random prizes throughout the weekend, and it is open for both male and female contenders. Our prize categories give you a wide range of ways to be rewarded for your fishing adventures, without always chasing the most or the biggest fish.

So, enjoy the scenery, take time to celebrate your little-one’s first ever catch, try for a new PB and enjoy each other’s company; let luck be on your side!

Boundaries

The cliffs at Red Cliffs to Chalka creek boat ramp (upstream of Nangiloc) ~over 120km of river to fish.

Native fish category

1 x power hour, random size Murray cod – Saturday (all competitors)

1 x power hour, random size Golden perch – Sunday (all competitors)

Sub JNR (up to 10 years of age)

1^st Murray cod

1^st Golden perch

1^st Common carp

JNR (11 years of age to 17 years of age)

1^st Murray cod, 2^nd Murray cod, 3^rd Murray cod

1^st Golden perch, 2^nd Golden perch, 3^rd Golden perch

1^st Common carp, 2^nd Common carp, 3^rd Common carp

Adult (17 years of age and above)

1^st Murray cod, 2^nd Murray cod, 3^rd Murray cod

1^st Golden perch, 2^nd Golden perch, 3^rd Golden perch

1^st Common carp, 2^nd Common carp, 3^rd Common carp

Entries

All native fish

Prizes are awarded based on the length of the fish, which is to be submitted via a photograph taken on an approved brag mat (see picture below) with your competition ID. The competition is designed as catch and release to protect and preserve our native fish. Correctly photographing your fish is critical to ensure your catch is eligible for entry into the competition (see guidelines below). Entries can only be sent to the Nangiloc Fishing Club mobile number.

All pest fish

The Nangiloc Fishing Competition encourages the catch of pest species, these species are not to be returned to the water. A photo on the brag-rag with competition ID is still required to submit your pest fish entry. All pest fish should be disposed of quickly and humanely.  

Fishing points

• Pictures of fish can only be sent to the Nangiloc Fishing Club mobile number
• Photos will only be accepted via text message between the fishing times. Any photos sent after the fishing times will not be accepted
• No videos will be accepted

Rules and regulations

• All species caught must comply with the NSW Fisheries regulations
• Fish must be caught between allocated times and allocated boundaries
• All competitors must hold a current NSW fishing licence
• We are promoting a healthy future for the fish so catch and release only (with the exception of carp)
• No fishing outside designated areas
• Any competitor suspected of illegal fishing methods will be reported directly to NSW Fisheries
• Boats with illegal equipment or illegal bait will be disqualified and reported to NSW Fisheries

Fish handling guidelines

Please take some time to review this fish handling advice video.

• Ensure that all objects and surfaces the fish touches are wet and cool.
• Support the weight of the fish at ALL times. Never hang a fish by its jaws, gills or tail. Place a hand under its belly or rest it on a wet towel, damp boat carpet or a wet measuring mat.
• Strictly limit the fish’s time out of the water. Try holding your breath while the fish is exposed to the air, if you need another breath, so does the fish!
• Be organised. Have your camera or phone, measuring mat and long-nosed pliers (for careful hook removal) laid out and ready to go before you lift the fish out of the water.
• Remove the hook or hooks as quickly as possible using long-nosed pliers. Remember, de-barbed hooks come out of fish and people much more easily, so consider flattening your barbs.
• If the fish is hooked too deeply for easy hook extraction using long-nosed pliers, cut the line or leader as close as possible to the hook.
• Return the fish to the water promptly and support it in an upright position facing into any current or flow while it recovers strength. Do not swish it back and forth.
• When the fish seems recovered and ready, simply allow it to swim free of your grip, but watch to ensure it doesn’t float back to the surface.

Photo entry guidelines

• Photo must be taken square on to the fish and mat.
• The nose of the fish must be level with the zero mark on the brag-rag.
• The dorsal fin must point to the top of the mat.
• The brag mat must be on a flat surface with no creases.
• The entire fish and the measuring edge of the mat must be visible in the photo with the length of the fish being clearly identified and legible.
• Entries are judged on length. Measurements will be rounded down to the nearest .5 centimetre. To take the lead the fish must be .5cm longer than the current leader. In the event of a tie the entry received first will be deemed the winner so if you catch a fish get that photo in ASAP.
• Any digital manipulation of the photo will be deemed as cheating and will result in the angler being disqualified.

Examples of incorrect photos

Not eligible – Scrunched or bunched or folded brag-rag.

Not eligible – Fish or brag-rag upside-down.

Not eligible – incorrect picture angle, take directly above.

Not eligible – too far away, fish and measure length only.

Notes

• Photo entries will only be accepted by registered participants with their ID tag available.

• Photo must be of a live fish. Photos showing signs of mutilation, damage, excessive blood or improper handling will be deemed unfit for entry.

• It is the contestant’s responsibility to ensure they hold an NSW Fishing License and follow all legal fishing compliance and boating compliance requirements.
• The following is prohibited to use: set lines, float lines, all forms of nets except landing nets and scoop or dip nets, fish traps, drum nets, cross-lines, spears and spear gun.
• Behaviour such as bad language or threatening remarks to any contestants or officials will not be tolerated. This will result in immediate disqualification with no refund of entry fee.
• Officials can, at any time, reject entry or any photos submitted throughout the event.
• In some instances, participants may be required to validate their entry by providing additional information. Failure to provide further information will result in disqualification of the entry.
• No refunds will be granted if the contestant cancels at any time during the competition.

Liability

• The Nangiloc Fishing Club does not accept any liability for any injury, loss or damage of any kind.
• By signing on to the competition you are agreeing to abide by The Nangiloc Fishing Club Work Health and Safety policies and accept the safety induction briefing.
• It is the responsibility of each entrant whether or not to start or continue to fish the competition depending on environmental factors.
• All competitors must comply with the boating legislation with particular reference to safety equipment, registration and licensing, safe operation and speed limits.

First aid

• Major or life-threatening injury please call 000 immediately, or present to the nearest hospital.

Publicity and privacy

All participants agree to being broadcast, filmed, photographed, interviewed or otherwise recorded without compensation while participating in this competition, or in taking or using any prize.