Coast Guard Queenscliff - 50th Anniversary Fishing Comp
About
Association of Geelong and District Angling Clubs (AGDAC) is teaming up with Coast Guard Queenscliff to celebrate 50 years of keeping our waters safe — and what better way than a community fishing comp!Enjoy great fishing, a BBQ, Coast Guard displays and lots of family fun, together with the chance to win some Fabulous Prizes including:
Fishing Charter Vouchers – for Portland with Matthew Hunt Fishing Services & Port Phillip with Adamas Fishing Charters
Complimentary Outboard Service – from Queenscliff Marine Services
And plenty of other fishing and safety equipment – courtesy of generous support from All Out Fishing Tackle, Mario’s Bait and Tackle, Geelong Boating, West Offshore Logistics and St John’s First Aid and Department of Fisheries
Plus an awesome 12-volt Car Fridge from Iron Man 4WD to be raffled!
Anglers can launch as early as they like from any location around Port Phillip. However, weigh in will take place at 3pm at Coast Guard Queenscliff Headquarters , opposite Queenscliff Boat Ramp.
Limited to 100 adult entrants at $30 each and juniors (under 16) at $10 each.
It’s all about good company, great fishing, and celebrating a group of volunteers who’ve been looking out for local boaters for half a century!
Competition Rules
1. Event Overview
• Competitors can launch as early as they chose ON THE DAY
• Weigh-in from 12.00 noon to 3:00 pm at Coast Guard Queenscliff Headquarters, 1A Hesse Street (opposite the boat ramp). Competitors not on site by 3.00pm sharp will not be permitted to weigh in.
2. Eligibility
• Open to the general public.
• Junior Division applies to entrants 16 years and under on the day.
• All participants must complete registration and payment, not later than Sunday 8 March.
• Registration requires acknowledgement of acceptance of competition rules.
3. Safety Requirements
• All boats must comply with Victorian Marine Safety Regulations.
• Skippers are responsible for vessel safety, weather assessment, and ensuring all required safety gear is onboard.
• Lifejackets must be worn in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• If assistance is needed, call 000 or use VHF 16.
4. Fishing Rules
• All Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) size and bag limits apply.
• Fish must be caught within Port Phillip waters (Fishing in or outside of ‘The Heads’ is not allowed) on the day of competition.
• Only fish caught by rod and line are eligible.
• Fish must be presented to weigh-in fresh, whole, and ungutted.
• Each competitor may present one fish per category
5. Competition Categories
Open Division (Maximum 100 adults)
• Snapper Flathead Whiting
Junior Division (Maximum 50 juniors)
• Snapper Flathead Whiting
In both divisions winners will be decided according to “mystery weights” for each category to be declared at the commencement of weigh-in.
6. Weigh-In Rules
• Weigh-in closes strictly at 3:00pm. If competitors are not on site by 3.00pm weigh in will not be allowed.
• The official scales and judges’ decisions are final.
• In the event of a tie, the winner will be decided by the toss of a coin.
7. Conduct
• This is a family-friendly community event - sportsmanship behaviour is expected at all times.
• Any unsportsmanlike or unsafe behaviour may result in disqualification.
• Assistance from another person is allowed only for juniors or for safety reasons.
8. Prizes
• Prizes awarded for Open and Junior categories.
• There will be two prizes for each category (winner and runner up)
• Special awards may be presented on the day.
• All prize decisions are final.
9. Cancellations & Weather
• In the event of severe weather, the competition may be postponed or modified.
• Updates will be published via AGDAC and Coast Guard Queenscliff social media and event contacts.
10. Disclaimer
• Participation is at the entrant’s own risk.
• Coast Guard Queenscliff and AGDAC accept no responsibility for loss, damage, or injury howsoever caused.
Date
Sunday 15 March 2026 12:00 AM - 3:00 PM (UTC+11)Location
Coast Guard Queenscliff Headquarters
1A Hesse Street (opposite the boat ramp), Queenscliff VIC 3225
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Coast Guard Queenscliff - 50th Anniversary Fishing Comp
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