IGFA Fishing Clubs
Oceania Region
AUSTRALIA
Asquith Magpies Fishing Club
[email protected]9 Playfair Rd
MOUNT COLAH NSW
2079
AUSTRALIA
+61 401 558 598
Contributing Club
Australian National Sportfishing Association
[email protected]PO Box 328
MATRAVILLE NSW
2036
AUSTRALIA
+61 2 9311 3200 +61 408 609 586
www.ansa.com.au
Fellow Club
ANSA is the recognised peak national body for sportfishing throughout Australia and has been operational since 1967. ANSA consists of a network of branch associations across every Australian state which in turn have their own network of ANSA affiliated clubs. All told there are in excess of 200 fishing clubs affiliated with ANSA across Australia and an overall personal membership in excess of 3000.
ANSA maintains a comprehensive Australia wide record chart which embraces line class, all tackle and length only records. The record chart caters for all kinds of fishing activity and techniques in both salt and freshwater and there are distinct records for junior and senior members. The ANSA record chart has a very strong and positive focus on capture and release fishing.
ANSA also conducts its own national tagging programme (Austag) and actively participates in a variety of research and conservation projects in its own right and in partnership with a number of government agencies and research bodies. ANSA is a leading and vocal advocate for conservation of marine resources and the protection of fishing rights and entitlements.
The ANSA code of ethics embraces "Sport - Conservation - Integrity" and our motto is to "Limit your catch - not catch your limit"
More information on ANSA can be viewed at www.ansa.com.au
ANSA Enquiries to: John Burgess
PO Box 328 Telephone: 02 93113200
Matraville Mobile: 0408609586
NSW 2036
Australia Email: [email protected]
Bermagui Big Game Anglers Club
[email protected]PO Box 52
BERMAGUI NSW
2546
AUSTRALIA
www.bbgac.com.au
Contributing Club
Bermagui Big Game Anglers Club is one of the oldest clubs in Australia. Known for its marlin and tuna fishing, Bermagui is situated on the far south coast of New South Wales where the edge of the Continental shelf is closest to the Australian coast. 1933 saw the first recorded marlin (202 lbs) caught. Word quickly spread and soon anglers were arriving. The most famous, Zane Grey, arrived and set up camp in 1934. In 1936 Bermagui Big Game Anglers Club was formed and billed as the "Headquarters of Big Game Fishing". Michael and Helen Lerner also spent time here working in their field laboratory, before the formation of IGFA.
Cairns Game Fishing Club
[email protected]6 Grove St
CAIRNS QLD
4870
AUSTRALIA
+61 7 4031 2862
www.cairnsgfc.com
Contributing Club - 10 Year
We look forward to welcoming you.
Cairns Rod & Reel Club
[email protected] [email protected]P.O. Box 14316
Mt Sheridan
CAIRNS QLD
4868
AUSTRALIA
0428150251
Contributing Club
Canberra Game Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]CANBERRA
AUSTRALIA
+61 409 923 585 +61 412 382 023
www.canberragamefishing.com www.canberragamefishing.com.au
Contributing Club
As an inland game fishing club we are unique in holding a very successful game fishing tournament. It is the Canberra Game Fish Club Yellowfin Tournament held each May at Bermagui, N.S.W. and is the 2nd largest in the Southern Hemisphere.
This year (2011) we had 121 boats representing 23 game fishing clubs from South Wales and Victoria.
Exmouth Game Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]PO Box 121
EXMOUTH WES
6707
AUSTRALIA
+61 8 9949 4567
www.egfc.com.au
Contributing Club
The waters surrounding Exmouth hold over 40 different game fish species, including six different species of billfish. All of the fishing grounds are within close proximity to launching facilities, moorings and marina pens. Gamex is the club's main event and is Western Australia's premier game fishing tournament. This annual fishing competition has been running for over 30 years with many state, national and world records achieved by male, female and junior anglers. The 8 day event now incorporates social evenings, scientific studies, educational sessions and product information. These are intended to assist anglers with their fishing skills and to ensure the sustainability of the event and game fishing into the future.
Fremantle Sailing Club
[email protected] [email protected]151 Marine Ter
FREMANTLE WES
6160
AUSTRALIA
+61 8 9435 8800
www.fsc.com.au
Contributing Club
The Fremantle Sailing Club is as the name indicates mainly a Sailing Club. However it is made up of 9 Sections; 1 Sailing, 2 Junior Sailing, 3 Power Boats, 4 Deep Sea Anglers, 5 Game Fishing, 6 Pipes & Drums, (Club has a 30 strong Band, 7 Dive Section, and 8 Bosun Section.
The Club is well over 100 years old and is the largest on the West Coast of Australia. It has 650 boats in pens and over 200 boats on hardstand. Current membership is over 3000. The Game Fishing Section holds the state's premier event the "Blue Marlin Classic" each year, this event, the 32rd, will be held in March 2011
Game Fishing Association of Australia Inc.
[email protected]PO Box 1172
HOBART TAS
7001
AUSTRALIA
+61 418 121 317
Fellow Club - 20 Year
Game Fishing Club of South Australia
[email protected]477 Port Rd.
CROYDON SOA
5008
AUSTRALIA
(614) 787-3683
Contributing Club
The Game Fishing Club of South Australia was formed on the 16th of September 1937. Our membership at present is at 120 mixed with senior, family and junior membership. New members are welcome. Visit our website: www.gfcsa.com.au
Gold Coast Game Fish Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]PO Box 972
PARADISE POINT QLD
4216
AUSTRALIA
+61 438 307 556
www.gcgfc.com.au
Contributing Club
The Gold Coast Game Fish Club Inc. was established in 1970. The GCGFC is not only Queensland's oldest incorporated Game Fish club but it is also currently Queensland's largest by both membership and tournament participation. Each year the club conducts an annual competition for its members, as well as hosting two (2) open tournaments, the pHenceit Light Tackle Masters in the month of January and our Cabo Yachts & Bruce Lynton Prestige Automotive Blue Marlin Classic in the month of April, where we principally target billfish. Our club is an affiliated member with the QGFA, GFAA and IGFA.
Gold Coast anglers are very privileged for many reasons, not least of which is the fact that we have ready access to billfish all year round including arguably one of the best blue marlin fisheries in the world. Apart from billfish, there is a myriad of other game fish species on our doorstep.
King Bay Game Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]Dampier Foreshore
DAMPIER WA
6713
AUSTRALIA
0402 237 993
www.kbgfc.com.au
Contributing Club
KBGFC celebrating 50 years of gamefish conservation
in the Dampier Archipelago 1970 - 2020
Lake Macquarie Game Fishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 53
SWANSEA NSW
2281
AUSTRALIA
+61 409 493 786
www.lmgfc.com.au
Fellow Club
Marmion Angling & Aquatic Club
[email protected]PO Box 42
NORTH BEACH WES
6920
AUSTRALIA
+61 8 9447 1733
www.maac.com.au
Contributing Club
Mission Beach Game Fishing Club
[email protected]9 Giufre Crescent
WONGALING BEACH QLD
4852
AUSTRALIA
04-00823215
Contributing Club
Just two hours drive south of Cairns, the gateway to the giant black marlin grounds on the Great Barrier Reef, Mission Beach is a small, seaside town popular for weekend getaways and fishing trips. The area is a favourite for trailerboat fishermen due to its close proximity to offshore islands and superb game/reef fishing.
Newcastle & Port Stephens Game Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]55A Shoal Bay Rd
SHOAL BAY NSW
2315
AUSTRALIA
024-981-0021 042-372-7195 +61 2 4981 1459 0432 620 138
Contributing Club
Registered club offering fantastic food with a million dollar view. We hold an annual shootout tournament in February every year, this year our prize bounty is in excess of $75,000.00.
Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 870
NHULUNBUY NT
0881
AUSTRALIA
+61 438 450 535
http://govefishingclub.org.au/
Contributing Club
Nor-West Game Fishing Club
[email protected]Rosemary Island
Dampier
DAMPIER WES
AUSTRALIA
+61 408 923 390
www.nwgfc.com.au
Contributing Club
NWGFC was established in 1963. Club members from all parts of Australia and overseas enjoy light tackle game fishing off the Pilbara Coast, Dampier Archipelago in Western Australia. Families and young anglers are encouraged to visit the club's H.Q. at Rosemary Island for 1 week each season to utilise our 43ft charter boat. Species targeted include small black marlin, sailfish and pelagics. All anglers are encouraged to release all billfish and fish for the future.
Perth Game Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]RPYC Fremantle Annex
Challenger Harbour
Mews Rd
FREMANTLE, WES
AUSTRALIA
+61 419 266 843
www.pgfc.com.au
Contributing Club
PGFC was founded in 1949. The club practices tag and release fishing in Perth metropolitan waters which provide good catches of mahi mahi and several tuna species year round. Marlin, yellowtail, kingfish, wahoo and mackerel are commonly caught in late summer and autumn.
Shellharbour Game Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected]PO Box 4175
SHELL HARBOUR NSW
2529
AUSTRALIA
+61 423 252 279
www.shellharbourgamefishing.com.au
Contributing Club
Shoalhaven Game Fishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 5
GREENWELL POINT NSW
2540
AUSTRALIA
04-02715861
www.shoalhavengfc.com.au
Contributing Club
South Australian Game Fishing Association
[email protected] [email protected]PO Box 2232
MT GAMBIER SOA
5290
AUSTRALIA
+61 419 866 670 +61 408 264 488
http://www.gfaa.asn.au/sagfa
Contributing Club
South Gippsland Game Fishing Club (SGGFC)
[email protected] [email protected]Watson Road
LEONGATHA VIC
3953
AUSTRALIA
+61 3 5678 5462
www.sggfc.net.au
Fellow Club
The SGGFC was established in 1976 and has remained one of the stronger Game fishing clubs in this state. The SGGFC has just celebrated the 30th anniversary of its annual Game fishing tournament and we are only one of two clubs in Victoria conducting sanctioned tournaments. SGGFC over the last couple of years has added another tournament making it the only club in Victoria to conduct two sanctioned tournaments per year as well as our many social events.
South Sydney Amateur Fishing Association Inc.
[email protected]CNR. Hastings Avenue & Macqurie Street
Chifley
AUSTRALIA
+61 2 9311 3200
www.southsydneyafa.com
Contributing Club
South Sydney AFA is one of the oldest and largest amateur fishing clubs in the Sydney metropolitan area. The club is affiliated with the Australian National Sportfishing Association (ANSA), New South Wales division of the Fishing Clubs' Association (FCA), and the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). Our member's fish blue water, rocks, estuary, beach and freshwater. Members travel throughout NSW to fish both ANSA and FCA conventions.
The club also conducts its own competitions (ANSA and FCA), 365-day board fish and boat competition and throughout the fishing year, organizes social club outings to various "special spots". South Sydney Amateur Fishing Association is a friendly and family oriented club, which holds family social functions as well.
South Sydney AFA is unique in that it is one of the only amateur fishing clubs in the south eastern suburbs with its own club house, boat storage, fish cleaning and weigh in facilities.
The club holds a formal meeting night every first Wednesday of the month at the club house at approximately 8 pm. Guest speakers, films, fishing reports and information sections are provided for all members, guests and visitors. The club is also open every other Wednesday night for a social get together.
St. George Sportfishing Club Inc.
[email protected]PO Box 162
RIVERWOOD NSW
2210
AUSTRALIA
0411 886 457
www.stgeorgesfc.com.au
Contributing Club
Sunshine Coast Game Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected]SUNSHINE COAST QLD QLD
AUSTRALIA
+61 409 694 154 +61 418 855 518
www.scgfc.com.au
Contributing Club
Swordfish & Tunny Club of Australia
[email protected]MELBOURNE VIC
AUSTRALIA
(619) 379-5616
www.swordfishandtunnyclub.org
Contributing Club
The Swordfish & Tunny Club is Australia's oldest game fishing club.
Sydney Game Fishing Club Ltd
[email protected]PO Box 23
WATSONS BAY NSW
2030
AUSTRALIA
+61 427 887 707
www.sgfc.com.au
Contributing Club
The Tuna Club Of Tasmania Inc.
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]Blowhole Rd
Eaglehawk Neck, TAS
AUSTRALIA
+61 419 871 195
www.tunacluboftasmania.asn.au www.tunacluboftasmania.org.au
Contributing Club
The Tuna Club of Tasmania is the oldest gamefishing club in Tasmania. The club holds 3 tournaments each year (one being the long running Australian Bluefin Tuna Championships, held bi-annually.) This year is the 26th comp.
The club is a big promoter of Tag & Release and Measure & Release.
We also have a strong Junior and Small Fry membership.
The Western Australian Game Fishing Association
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]30 Mohan Loop
Hammond Park
PERTH WES
6164
AUSTRALIA
+61 419 266 843 8-9386-7343
www.wagfa.asn.au
Contributing Club
The Western Australian Game Fishing Association was established in 1949 and is a member of the Game Fishing Association of Australia and International Game Fish Association. The Association co-ordinates the activities of game fishing throughout Western Australia, maintains State game fishing records and data concerning from open game fishing tournaments of its member clubs.
The Association has historically represented the interests of game fishing clubs, and their members, at fisheries forums throughout Australia. The Association was a founding member of Recfishwest, the State's peak recreational body, and has been represented at board or reference group level since Recfishwest's inception in 1998.
The Objects of the Association focus strongly on conservation and promoting ethical game fishing practises.
Townsville Game Fishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 5981
TOWNSVILLE MC QLD
4810
AUSTRALIA
049-956-8204
http://www.tgfc.org/
Contributing Club
Victorian Game Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]186 Station St
ASPENDALE VIC
3195
AUSTRALIA
+61 428 319 212
https://vgfc.wildapricot.org/
Contributing Club
As a member of The Alliance Group of Clubs, The Victorian Game Fishing Club actively supports Tag & Release.
The Victorian Game Fishing Club is a family oriented fishing club with a vision to acheive an environment that will induce present and future generations anglers to value and appreciate the benefits of membership of a vibrant game fishing club
General meetings take place at the clubrooms, 186 Station St. Edithvale from 7:30 pm on the 1st Wednesday of each month with the exception of January. All are welcome.
Yorkeys Knob Boating Club Inc.
[email protected]25 Buckley Street,
Yorkeys Knob
CAIRNS QLD
4878
AUSTRALIA
+61 7 4055 7711
www.ykbc.com.au
Contributing Club
Yorkeys Knob Boating Club which is located at Yorkeys Knob one of the northern beachside suburbs of Cairns, Far North Queensland, Australia, it is easily accessible by land or sea.
The club is only 16nm to the world heritage listed Great Barrier Reef
Marine Park and renowned fishing areas such as the Ribbon Reef system, boasting some if not the best Black Marlin grounds in the world!
Cairns and North Queensland is a unique place where the rainforest meets the reef. There are a number of fish species unique to the area including fresh water fishing targeting the infamous Barramundi or deep water game fishing chasing the biggest Black Marlin in the world.
The club activity promotes sustainable fishing and conservation, while also promoting and developing the sport of fishing from all angles. This is achieved through monthly fishing meetings with special guest speakers informing members of all the latest sustainable fishing techniques. Our meetings are a great way for members to meet other keen anglers in the local area. In addition the club hosts 7 tournaments per year targeting everything the local area has to offer, from Barramundi, Wahoo through to Marlin and Sail Fish.
In addition to the clubs regular facilities including bar and restaurant, it has a 197 berth deep water access marina, making it ideal for the seasonal black marlin fleet to call home.
Yorkeys Knob Boating Club, "The Best Nautical Address in the North", catering to fisherman from around the world!
FIJI
Denarau Game & Sport Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]Port Denarau Marina
Denarau Island,
FIJI
+679 999 4832
www.dgsfcfiji.com
Contributing Club
The Denarau Game & Sport Fishing Club is a small family orieintated club with categories for children, women and men. The club holds 10 competitions annually with the major competition "The Fiji Classic" held mid-year attracting a number of internatioinal anglers.
NEW CALEDONIA
NEW ZEALAND
Ahipara Gamefish Club
[email protected]39 Korora St
Ahipara
Northland
NEW ZEALAND
021-132-5352
Contributing Club
The Ahipara Gamefish Club is a small northern club of the North Island, New Zealand. Its members are keen, friendly anglers who love to target gamefish close to home.
Akitio Boating Club
[email protected]Coast Rd RD 2
Akitio
Pongaroa 4991
NEW ZEALAND
06 374 3868
Contributing Club
Ashley Sport Fishing Club
[email protected]6 Carrs Rd
Louburn, RD 2
Rangiora
7472
NEW ZEALAND
3 313 4042
www.nzbgfc.org.nz/ashley-bank-fishing-club
Contributing Club
Bay of Islands Swordfish Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]25 The Strand
Russell
NEW ZEALAND
+64 9 403 7857 27-4 088804
www.swordfish.co.nz
Contributing Club
The Bay of Islands Swordfish Club has clubhouses overlooking the water in both Paihia and Russell. Both clubhouses have bar and bistro facilities as well as displays of historic fishing photographs, fish mounts and memorabilia. Members of all affiliated clubs are most welcome to enjoy the Club's facilities when visiting the area.
Big Fish Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected]141 Cascades Rd
Pakuranga
Auckland 2010
NEW ZEALAND
9-576-2764
Contributing Club
Bowentown Boating & Sportfishing Club Inc.
[email protected]Pios Road
Bowentown
Waihi Beach
NEW ZEALAND
+64 7 863 5006
www.bbsfc.co.nz
Fellow Club
The Bowentown Boating & Sports fishing club is located on the northern end of Tauranga Harbour in Waihi Beach, New Zealand. It was formed in 1963 and has 1800 members. We have 6 fishing competitions a year, ranging from Junior to in-harbour and open-water. Our clubrooms have a large open bar area, a restaurant and a wrap-around decks to view the harbour and Kaimai ranges.
Canterbury Sport Fishing Club
[email protected]Shirley Leage Club Rooms
Briggs Rd, Shirley
Christchurch
NEW ZEALAND
27-42292025
www.canterburysportfishingclub.co.nz
Contributing Club
Cape Egmont Boat Club
[email protected]PO Box 5
Okato 4248
NEW ZEALAND
0275707017
Contributing Club
Clevedon Game Fishing Club
[email protected]26 Clevedon Kawakawa Rd
Clevedon
Auckland 2248
NEW ZEALAND
21-729769 27-4729-769
www.clevedongamefishingclub.webs.com
Contributing Club
Our biggest touirnament which is the Fitzroy One Base Tournament held at Great Barrier Island in March every year has a huge prize pool of over $50,000. We welcome anglers from all around the world.
Counties Sport Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]Te Toro Road
Te Toro
Auckland
NEW ZEALAND
+64 9 235 7359 +64 27 575 7411
www.csfc.co.nz
Contributing Club
The idea of a sport fishing club based in Waiuku was first considered when a meeting of interested people was held on Aug 23rd 1989 with 80 people attending. A steering committee was formed and the 1st general meeting was held on 20th Sept 1989 to formally launch the club which was then named the West Coast S.F.C.
The aims of the club were to promote safety awareness on the West Coast, Manukau Harbour and Waikato River bars. To promote conservation and friendly competition and to keep members informed of the latest techniques and happenings in the fishing world.
A name change came in June 1990 and the club was renamed 'Counties Sportfishing Club' as it is still known today..
On Nov 30th 1991 (after serving a years probation) the club was admitted to the NZSFC.
In Dec 1992 the club purchased it's own V.H.F. Channel 5. The repeater equipment is set up on the Port Waikato Hills, giving us wide coverage.
The club adopted minimum safety standards for all boats fishing off the West Coast and boats weighing in gamefish run the risk of disqualified fish if the boat doesn't comply. A high standard was reached at the first boat check day and has been kept up since.
In Nov 1994 the club became a member of the I.G.F.A. and also the Pacific Ocean Research Foundation. The club boasts several NZ records, mainly sharks.
1999 had to be one of our best years with many anglers not only fishing the West Coast but also travelling the country to fish. 71 Billfish caught with 81% tagged; also 2 Wahoo (1 a NZ record) And 7 Y/fin.
The club has grown steadily over the years, We currently have around 700 members.
Events for the year
One Base: 2nd - 5th Feb 2012
NZSFC Nationals: Last week feb, nationwide tournament
( This is only time we get to go head to head with all the other clubs around NZ )
The Fish'nchicks: March ( Ladies only open tournament )
Family day: March/April (aimed at kids, heavily subsidised comp $5 entry)
Grunter Hunter: Gurnard only 17th June
Ice Breaker: 7th & 8th July sat&sun. ( New season, open comp fish anywhere )
Snapper Slam: Nov, 2.5kg target weight.( $30 entry 75% returned as cash prizes )
Demon Anglers Catching Club Inc.
[email protected]1533 Kahikatea Flat Rd
Kaukapakapa City
Auckland 0871
NEW ZEALAND
+64 21 579 570
www.sporty.co.nz/dacc
Contributing Club
Doubtless Bay Sportfishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 411
Mangonui
Northland 0442
NEW ZEALAND
021-886-926
www.doubtlessbaysportfishingclub.org.nz
Contributing Club
Doubtless Bay <http://g.co/maps/n8pqy> in the Far North of New Zealand covers almost 100 sq miles of reasonably sheltered waters and has an abundance of fish species and shellfish. Extending from Karikari Peninsula in the west to Berghans Point on the eastern side these inshore fish are accessible from either boat or land based and just outside the bay is a healthy Marlin fishing area less than 30 minutes from shore.
The club was established in 1994 by a number of enthusiastic locals with assistance and guidance from the Whangaroa Sport Fishing Club who generously provided the first weigh station at Mangonui. The early days of the club saw a number of both privately owned launches and charter boats based in Mangonui however over the years these have declined and now the fishing is done predominately from trailer boats that have the luxury of launching from a variety of locations around the bay.
With the support from Kieron Olsen of Reel Rods <http://www.reelrods.co.nz/> at his premises on Inland Rd, Rangiputa, a new weigh station has been established for the use of DBSFC. Another valued supporter of ours, Taipa Tavern, have kindly offered us the use of their location to display all of our trophies. If you want to take a look at them, head over to the Taipa Tavern.
The club continues to run 4 fishing contests during the year has a total of 3 weigh stations in the area and affiliation to NZ Sport Fishing.
Ferrymead Fishing Club
[email protected]4 Maryhill Ave
Hoon Hay
Christchurch 8025
NEW ZEALAND
+64 274 902 044 +64 210 263 5455
www.ffc.nz
Contributing Club
Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club
[email protected]No. 2 Wharf Shed
The Esplanade
Gisborne
NEW ZEALAND
(646) 868-4756 +686 84756
www.gtsfc.co.nz
Contributing Club
Grey Lynn Sport Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]Grey Lynn
Auckland
NEW ZEALAND
+64 21 900 017
Fellow Club
Hauraki Gulf Sportfishing Club
[email protected]778 Dominion Road
Mt Eden
Auckland 1041
NEW ZEALAND
https://haurakigulf-sfc.co.nz/
Contributing Club
Hawke's Bay Sports Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]Mer Place
Napier 4104
NEW ZEALAND
06-835-8911 27-5211001
www.hbsfc.co.nz
Contributing Club
The Hawkes Bay Sports Fishing Club has its club rooms at the entrance to the Inner Harbour in Napier which is on the East Coast of the North Island of New Zealand. Most of the year members fish for bottom-dwelling species (snapper, blue cod, grouper) with pelagic species (striped marlin, tuna) only entering the bay from mid-January to April. We have an abundance at that time time of albacore, skipjack tuna, yellowtail kingfish. Yellowfin tuna used to be present but pressure in the Pacific has meant no yellowfin caught in the last 5 years.
Hokianga Big Game & Sport Fishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 19
Omapere 0444
NEW ZEALAND
21-811-286
www.nzbgfc.org.nz/hokiana-big-game-sport-fishing-club
Contributing Club
The Hokianga Harbour is just a 3 hour drive North from Auckland up through the Waipoua Forest and on the West Coast. The twin settlement of Omapere and Opononi are located just inside the entrance, with our club base being at the Omapere Copthorne Hotel and Resort Hokianga which is situated right on the waterfront.
The Club was first formed in 1993 and was initially affiliated to the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club. It became an Incoroprated Club in December 1997, since which time the membership has been on a steady increase, and now boasts to having 312 members.
There are two boat ramps in the area, both of which are easily accessed. It's less than 10 minutes from launching your boat to being across the Hokianga Bar which at times can be extremely dangerous so if you are unfamiliar with this contact the 'Omapere Base' ( channel 82 ) and they will be able to assist you. Once outside you will find many species of fish and have the opportunity to experience some great fishing with Marlin becoming more and more popular and bringing great results in recent years.
Omapere and Opononi have a wide range of accomodation available from bed and breakfasts, backpackers and camping grounds to hotels and motels. Most other needs you have are available from the local Four Square stores, hardware store, Service Station, craft shop, takeaway shops, cafe's and hotels plus more.
You'll find more information on the Tourist Hotel website www.omapere.co.nz <http://www.omapere.co.nz/>
Houhora Big Game & Sports Fishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 20
Houhora 0460
NEW ZEALAND
+64 9 409 7755
www.houhorafishingclub.co.nz
Contributing Club
The Houhora Big Game & Sports Fishing Club (Inc) is New Zealand's most northern fishing club. Nestled on the banks of the beautiful Houhora Harbour the clubroom has stunning views of the harbour and surrounding area.
The 'Galley' restaurant and club bar are open Friday & Saturday nights from 5pm, with extended hours over the holiday season. The clubrooms are superbly located and have two large rooms available for functions with full bar facilities.
Houhora is situated 40 kms north of Kaitaia and approximately halfway up the Aupouri Peninsula, although small in size Houhora has just about everything you need for your holiday.
Boat Ramps: An excellent 2 lane concrete ramp is located at the Houhora Fishing Club.
Kawhia Boating & Angling Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]PO Box 82
Kawhia Via Te Awamutu 3843
NEW ZEALAND
+64 7 871 0842 27-4939021
www.nzbgfc.org.nz/kawhia-boating-and-angling-club-inc
Contributing Club
Mahia Boating & Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]C/- Mahia Beach Store Post Office
Newcastle St, Mahia Beach, RD8
Nuhaka 4198
NEW ZEALAND
+64 83 75560
www.nzbgfc.org.nz/mahia-boating-and-fishing-club-inc
Contributing Club
Mangawhai Boating & Fishing Club
[email protected]2 Alamar Crescent
Mangawhai Heads
Mangawhai
NEW ZEALAND
+64 27 950 1894
mangawhaiboatingfishing.co.nz
Contributing Club
Mangawhai is situated 1 1/2 hours north of the harbour bridge and less than an hour south of Whangarei on the east coast.
The Club was first formed in 1946 and has an average membership of 250 members a year. We are a community based familiy fishing and boating club, fishing both on the east and west coast in close proximity to Mangawhai. As a member of the NZ Sport Fishing Council Inc our fishing targets most of gamefish found in our water; striped, blue and black marlin, broadbill swordfish, short billed spearfish, yellowfin tuna, and sport fish being snapper, kahawai, yellowtail, king trevalley and hapuka.
The harbour offers 2 boat ramps for easy lauching and sufficient parking for trailers. Within 30 minutes you can be in the most wonderful fishing spots, including great coastal spots and the famous Hen & Chicken Islands, not to mention Sail Rock. Add another hour and you will reach the Mokohinau Islands, once you have crossed the 'Bar'. On a normal day, crossing is a breeze, but it is a bar and you do have to be aware of the dangers. If you have never been out of Mangawhai and need to know where the channel lies, contact the club or just ask any local, and we will show you the way.
Subscriptions to the club are: :
$50.00 Family (Parents & Children under 16 years @ 1st July)
$30.00 Senior $ 15.00 Junior (Under 16 @ 1st July) $ 10.00 Midget (Under 10 @ 1st July) Includes affiliation to NZBGFC
If you haven't been to Mangawahi, check out our club Website <http://www.mangawhaiheads.co.nz>
Mangere Boating Club Inc.
mangereboatingextra.co.nzPO Box 59029
Mangere Bridge
Auckland 2022
NEW ZEALAND
09-6364673
www.mangereboatingclub.com
Contributing Club
Maraetai Beach Boating Club Inc.
[email protected]PO Box 281006
Maraetai
Auckland 2148
NEW ZEALAND
+64 9 536 6649
www.maraetaiboatclub.org.nz
Contributing Club
Maraetai Beach Boating Club has been in operation since 1954 when at that time most residents were holiday makers. Our current Commodore is Murray Kimpton. The club has a fishing and diving committee which organizes regular events, a social committee and a sailing club all run from our club rooms and grounds on Maraetai Beach. We hold fishing competitions throughout the year and also host many guest speakers.
Matarangi Fishing and Boating Club
[email protected] [email protected]138 Rangiora Crescent
Matarangi
Whitianga 3592
NEW ZEALAND
64-2119000
www.mbfc.co.nz
Contributing Club
Mercury Bay Game Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]12 The Esplanade
Whitianga
NEW ZEALAND
+1 647-866-4121
www.gamebase.co.nz
Fellow Club
Club formed in 1924 and one of the five foundation members of the New Zealand Sportfishing Council. The club hosts 14 tournaments a season with the game fishing tournament run during the months January-March every year. Our club is right opposite the wharf, the outlook fantastic and visitors always welcome.
Mercury Bay was put on the international game fishing map with the exploits of Zane Grey and Captain Mitchell. Mercury Bay offers spectacular game fishing from December to April with black, blue and stripped marlin along with short bill spearfish, mahi mahi, king fish and a range of sharks.
Mercury Bay Game Fishing Club is delighted to be actively involved in the promotion of recreational fishing and fishery education within New Zealand.
Mount Maunganui Sport Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]Salisbury Wharf
Mount Maunganui
Bay of Plenty
NEW ZEALAND
+64 27 656 8852 +1 647-575-5388 27-4307852
www.mmsfc.co.nz
Contributing Club
Welcome to Mt Maunganui Sports Fishing Club (MMSFC). All members and affiliated guests are welcome to enjoy our fantastic facilities overlooking the beautiful Tauranga Harbour on Salisbury Wharf. Come fishing with us. Several of our club members hold current and past NZ & IGFA World records with fish caught in waters surrounding abundant Bay of Plenty fishery. We have numerous tournaments during the year - game fishing, trout fishing, ladies competitions, small fry & junior sections, surfcasting and many more
The Mount Ocean Sports Club (MOSC) <http://www.mountoceansportsclub.co.nz/> on Salisbury Wharf is the home of the Mt Maunganui Sports Fishing Club and is shared with the Mt Maunganui Yacht Club and Mt Maunganui Underwater Club.
The clubhouse is open every day from 11.30am. Bar prices are extremely competitive. The club holds the prestigious Beer Master Award. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner and also takes bookings for member functions in the upstairs functions room. The function room can cater for 120 people. It has separate bar facilities & amenities as well as a very large veranda with fantastic views over the harbour. Bookings for the function room can be made by phoning 64 7 575 5388.
Disabled facilities are catered for and children are welcomed under parental supervision. There is a kids area with toys and colouring in activities. Raffle nights are Wednesday and Friday with members draws on those nights as well. Big screen TV for all sporting events and the restaurant is open every day for lunch and dinner.
Muriwai Sports Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]PO Box 282
Kumeu
Auckland 0841
NEW ZEALAND
(0274) 419409
www.muriwaisportfishing.co.nz
Contributing Club
The club has been a member of NZSFC since 1998. 320 members ensure that the club maintains its position as the West Coast's premier fishing club.
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Weigh Gantry: Outside the Muriwai Surf Club - 100 Jack Butt Lane. Call Glen Lloyd 0272 665632. or Andrew Coster 09 411 8128.
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Weigh Gantry: Haumoana farm at #9 Slater Road of South Head road. Weighmaster Greg Ross 0275 518 487
New Plymouth Sportfishing & Underwater Club Inc.
[email protected]PO Box 97
New Plymouth 4340
NEW ZEALAND
(646) 758-3901
www.npsuc.co.nz
Contributing Club
New Zealand Land Based Game Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected]7/306 Oneriri Road
RD 2
Northland
Kaiwaka 0573
NEW ZEALAND
+64 22 350 2527
Contributing Club
The New Zealand Landbased Gamefishing Club was formed in August 1985. The club became an incorporated society in June 1991 and was admitted as a member of the New Zealand Big Game Fishing Council (now the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council Inc) in July that same year. It is the only land based gamefishing club in New Zealand to have this affiliation, and because of this, IGFA rules are recognised as the standard for all sport fishing done by our members.
The main target species for members include snapper, trevally, kahawai, kingfish and sharks. Tuna and marlin are also possible targets for experienced LBGers, particularly with many using boats to gain access to remote locations. Members of our club have tagged large numbers of kingfish since the club's beginnings, and as keen conservators of this species, we foresee tag and release becoming more popular in the future.
Members receive a newsletter every two months, which typically consists of capture reports, trip reports, news of club events, and comment on local/national issues which have the potential to impact on our activities. We hold two club tournaments each year - one in February/March, the other in August/September, with the preferred location for both being the Far North because of available facilities and the number of fishing options. Additionally, we run three or four club trips annually to locations such as East Cape, Coromandel, the Cavallis and Great Barrier Island, and from time to time some of our experts host tackle and technique sessions for members.
The end of our financial year is 30 June, shortly after which, the club holds its AGM and prize giving. Most of all this is a very friendly fishing club. Anyone can join and have heaps of fun and enjoy a pastime that has become a national sport in its own right. Whether you are just starting out or you're a seasoned rock fishing pro, our club has something to offer.
We look forward to welcoming you to our club!
New Zealand Sport Fishing Council Inc.
[email protected]P.O. Box 54242
The Marina
Auckland
Auckland 2144
NEW ZEALAND
+64 21 177 1705
www.nzsportfishing.co.nz
Benefactor Club
New Zealand Sport Fishing was established in 1957 ( then called the New Zealand Big Game Fishing Council). Over time, it's representative activities have altered and expanded, with its member clubs now promoting all aspects of fishing. The Council's Clubs hold hundreds of tournaments throughout New Zealand every year, working in their local communities to promote participation in fishing and management of fish stocks.
New Zealand Sport Fishing is a non-profit organisation that is recognised by the Government's Sport & Recreation New Zealand body as a National Sports Organisation, representing the sport / recreation of fishing.
The Council has 57 member clubs throughout New Zealand. It is divided into 8 regions and each area has a management delegate that represents that region on the Council's Management Committee, along with the President, Vice Presidents, IGFA & Life Representative and the Secretary.
Ngawi Sports Fishing Club
[email protected]@slingshot.co.nz20 Seaview Ave
RD 2
Wellington
Featherston 5772
NEW ZEALAND
27-6429432 063078128
www.ngawifishingclub.co.nz
Contributing Club
The Ngawi Sports Fishing Club Inc was formed in 1991 with their first competition being held in January 1992. The club currently has 580 members and holds ten club days through the year for its financial members. It also hosts their annual competition, the Ngawi Big 3 Fishing Competition, on the third weekend of February each year which is the largest tournament held in the lower North Island with 500 anglers participating.
Pegasus Bay Game Fishing Club
[email protected]69 Tancreds Rd
RD 2
Christchurch 8082
NEW ZEALAND
+64 27 276 1738
Contributing Club
Piha Deep Sea Fishing Club
[email protected]Piha RSA (Piha)
Auckland City 0772
NEW ZEALAND
www.fishing.net.nz/index.cfm/pagerid/109/ViewPage/Piha+Deep+Sea+Fishing+Club+Inc.
Contributing Club
Welcome to the Piha Deep Sea Fishing Clubs Webpage. Our clubs goal is to promote the enjoyment, safety and protection of recreational fishing on the Auckland West Coast.
Although the fishing can be very rewarding Piha can be very dangerous and we recommend attending one of the club meetings before attempting to launch a boat or land based fishing.
Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month at the Piha RSA at 6:30pm.
Please contact us to check annual membership fees and categories. and to receive a membership application form.
Porangahau Fishing Club
[email protected]Porangahaau
NEW ZEALAND
27-06-8588-495
www.nzbgfc.org.nz/porangahau-fishing-club
Contributing Club
Pukemanu Boating and Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected] [email protected]Wairarapa
NEW ZEALAND
27-3049689
www.pukemanufishingclub.co.nz
Contributing Club
Local fishing club which holds a competition each November. Proceeds of which benefit local charities.
The club was set up to assist fishermen on a very rough coast of New Zealand and assist in safety with radio operation, etc.
Raglan Sport Fishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 48
Raglan 3265
NEW ZEALAND
+1 647-825-8867
Contributing Club
We welcome all future members! The club was formed in 1999 by some of Raglan's keen fisherman and woman and caters for all fishing interests from game fishing to surf casting. We have been overwhelmed by the support we have received from the fisherman who fish the rugged West Coast off Raglan and our membership has grown to over 500.
Members mostly fish out from Raglan but we recognize the fact that our members fish all around the country and we accept all fish caught and weighed within New Zealand waters. Our weigh station is situated at the rear of the Harbour View Hotel and weigh masters are only a phone or V.H.F. call away. Call (Raglan Sport Fishing) on channel 86.
The club runs several very successful fishing tournaments each year. The Fish City Icebreaker in October/November. Manu Bay Fishing contest on Auckland Anniversary weekend and the Rollos' Mixed classic, which coincides with nationals, in February.
We are a member of the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council. This enables members to have access to courtesy weighing facilities and clubrooms in most coastal areas. We are also members of the I.G.F.A. and the New Zealand Recreational Fishing Council which ad-vocates for recreational fisherman for more fish in the water. So as a member of the Raglan Sport Fishing Club you will be supporting and improving the West Coast fishery and the environment affect-ing this catchment.
The club has initiated several large pr-jects in the Raglan area. Namely the in-stallation of the floating pontoon down at the main wharf, the rebuilding of the Kopua Boat Ramp and the installation of the V.H.F. on Mount Karioi along with the ongoing upkeep of the Manu Bay Boat Ramp and break-water.
As a club member you will receive regular newsletters and e-newsletters if you have this facility, this is all aimed at keeping you informed on club activities. We also supply you with a fishing update so you are able to catch some great fish. Our anglers regularly get bag limits of Snapper in the spring with several fish over 10kg. The Game Fishing season usually starts in mid January and runs through to April. Marlin can be caught as close as the 50m mark.
The club prides itself on its Tag and Release both for Marlin and all other species within the tagging program, and with this supplies two free tags to each paid up member, these are replaced free of charge when the completed tag form is re-turned to the secretary.
We endeavor to make the West Coast a safer place to be, and twice a year in conjunction with the Raglan Coast Guard, run a Bar Orientation day. This is an event to familiarize users with the Raglan Bar and its many seasonal changes. This event is a must for all regular and new users of this area.
Club members are friendly and helpful so please, don't hesitate to ask them for help with the bar or weather conditions. So if you are interested, please fill in the membership form on the reverse and send to the address above and we will look forward to having you onboard.
Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
[email protected] [email protected]Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
101 Curran St, Westhaven Extension
Herne Bay
Auckland 1147
NEW ZEALAND
+1 649-360-6800 +64 210 507 745
www.rnzys.org.nz
Contributing Club
Southern Sport Fishing Club
[email protected]11 Windsor St
Invercargill 9810
NEW ZEALAND
03-2174983 24908226
Contributing Club
Tairua Pauanui Sports Fishing Club
[email protected]PO Box 62
Tairua 3508
NEW ZEALAND
+64 7 864 8361
Contributing Club
Taupo Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected]PO Box 910
Taupo 3351
NEW ZEALAND
+64 27 511 7581
Contributing Club
Tauranga Sport Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected]66 Keith Allen Dr
Sulphur Point Marina
Bay of Plenty
Tauranga 3141
NEW ZEALAND
+1 647-578-6203 +64 21 702 248
www.tsfc.co.nz
Contributing Club
The club is a family friendly club located at the Sulphur Point Marina, Tauranga, in the sunny Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. We are open 7 days a week for dining and refreshments. We welcome members of IGFA affiliated clubs. We also have a very busy fishing calendar with approximately 15 tournaments per year.,
Tautuku Fishing Club Dunedin & Haast Inc.
[email protected]Smaills Beach
Tomahawk
Dunedin
NEW ZEALAND
+64 21 456 772 064 21-456772
www.tautuku.com
Fellow Club
The Tautuku Fishing Club is based in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand; formed in 1970. The purchase of the NZ Heritage Club Rooms at $8,000 was in 1972.The Club prides itself in bringing the community families together to fish recreationally.
We are a Co-Founder of the Dunedin Community Salmon Trust Inc, affiliated to New Zealand Sport Fishing Council (NZSFC), Fish Mainland Inc, New Zealand Federation of Freshwater Anglers (NZFFA), and International Game Fish Association (IGFA-Fellow Member).
The Tautuku Fishing Club prides itself in it's sustainability and conservationist approach to recreational fishing. Our associated projects include: collaboration and partnership with Otago University as the 1st in the World to breed Blue Cod for either 'reseeding' or 'fish farming' purposes; we have a partnership with Otago University for shark research; we support the blue cod 'tagging' exercise with the Tindale Research Foundation and the Tautuku Fishing Club is now involved in the development of a Recreational Fishing app, with help from NZ Fisheries & Fish Mainland; for future Blue Cod catch recording.
Te Kaha Sport Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]PO Box 173
Opotiki 3162
NEW ZEALAND
+1 647-315-7182
Contributing Club
The Huia Family and Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]1123 Huia Rd Huia
Auckland 0604
NEW ZEALAND
8118-758 +64 274 295 253
Contributing Club
Waihau Bay Sports Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]Waihau Bay Store
Opotiki
Bay of Plenty 3199
NEW ZEALAND
+64 21 108 8817
http://www.nzbgfc.org.nz/waihau-bay-sports-fishing-club
Contributing Club
The inaugural meeting of the WBSFC was held on the 21st of January, 1966. It came about after considerable discussion between residents and visitors to promote water safety and develop an interest for the recreational fishermen. Those present included Pat Burstal, Len Walker (chairman), Harry Dutton (Sec./Treasurer), Mick Sheridan, Bill Harding, Jim Walker and Jack Edlin.
The first tournament held was on 27th December 1967, with Lottin Point and Waikawa Point being the boundaries. During 1969/1970 limited membership was gained to the NZ Big Game Fishing Council and a set of scales along with a gantry were put in place to cater for notable catches now being achieved. By 1973 full membership of the NZBGFC was gained. The following year saw the yellowfin tuna on the cape background adopted as the club logo, placed on shirts and ties to give the Club recognition outside the area.
1975 saw the First World Record, a 366.3 lb hammerhead shark caught by Fred Bailey. Today the club is very active and now has a membership of approximately 450. The three lane concrete boat ramp is a great asset to the club and the weigh station is situated close by with weighmasters available by phoning one of the club executive's listed below or calling the local coastguard on channel 63.
President: Clyde Fraser - 64-07-325-3949
Vice President: Jim Kemp - 64-7-325-3609
Secretary: Christine Elmiger - 64-7-325-3949
Treasurer: Sally Kemp - 64-7-325-3609
Waikato Sport Fishing Club
[email protected] [email protected]1 Hillsborough Terrace
Hamilton
NEW ZEALAND
+64 21 610 918 +64 27 240 5825
www.waikatosportfishing.co.nz
Contributing Club
First established in 1987 the club caters for anglers from the wider Waikato region of New Zealand. The club rooms are adjacent to the beautiful Waikato River in Hamilton. We run 4 tournaments per year, including 2 multiport tournaments (November and April) and a one base tournament from Raglan, Waikato in March. Monthly club nights are open to the public and we have a healthy membership. Visit us on www.Facebook.com/waikato'sportfishingclub.
Wairarapa Sports Fishing Club
[email protected]38 Jetty Road
Castlepoint
NEW ZEALAND
+64 210 365 977
Contributing Club
In 1989 a dozen or so of the local fishermen decided that there must be opportunities to fish for game fish in our local waters. Although they were initially treated with skepticism they soon discovered a world class mako shark and a prolific summer albacore fishery off the Wairarapa coast.
The club became an Incorporated Society in September 1992 and was inducted into the International Game Fishing Association in 1993. The discovered fisheries led to the beginning of fishing tournaments held at Castlepoint. These tournaments have continued to bring anglers to the Wairarapa to experience the excitement that only game fishing can bring. The initial Sharkarama as run by the Lionesses has become the Wairarapa
Sports Fishing Club's Superfish. The Tuna tournament continues and The
Great Gurnard Hunt grows in popularity as a season starter.
The Wairarapa Sports Fishing Club supports fisheries management and looking after our resource for future generations.
The club purchased a property in early 1996 and finally after 14 years we
have achieved the reality of our own club rooms at Castlepoint beach. This has enabled us to provide club members with bathroom facilities, a kitchen, somewhere to pitch a tent or plug in a caravan directly across the round from the beach.
Warkworth Gamefish Club
[email protected] [email protected]1287 Sandspit Road
Laly Haddon Place
Sandspit 0982
NEW ZEALAND
+64 9 425 0099
www.wwgfc.co.nz
Contributing Club
The Warkworth Gamefish Club forms the sportfishing division of the Sandspit Yacht Club. We are based in waterfront clubrooms 45 minutes north of Auckland, on the east coast. Our annual tournaments, events, and other club info is on our website. Warkworth Gamefish Club is proudly affiliated to the IGFA and the New Zealand Sportfishing Council.
Wellington Surfcasting & Angling Club
[email protected] [email protected]Evans Bay Parade
Evans Bay
NEW ZEALAND
+64 274 985 035
Contributing Club
The Wellington Surfcasting and Angling Club is Wellington's premier fishing club. Established in 1958 the Club has a strong tradition of competitive fishing throughout the country and has won national titles on many occasions.
The Club has over 100 members of all ages and is affiliated to both the New Zealand Angling and Casting Association and the New Zealand Sports Fishing Council.
The objectives of the Club are to promote and foster sport fishing in the Wellington Region and to this end we have both Shore and Boat sections in which members can compete at senior and junior levels.
Whakatakataka Bay Sport Fishing Club
[email protected]1/14 Cliff View Drive Green Bay
Auckland
NEW ZEALAND
+64 274 456 720
http://www.wbsfc.co.nz/
Contributing Club
Whakatane Sportfishing Club Inc
[email protected]PO Box 105
Whakatane 3158
NEW ZEALAND
+1 647-307-0334
www.whakatanesportfishingclub.co.nz
Contributing Club
Great social fishing club. Wonderful modern bar. Restaurant facilities and major tournaments with fantastic prizes.
Whangamata Ocean Sports Club
[email protected]1100 Port Rd
PO Box 84
Whangamata 3643
NEW ZEALAND
27-4 865 520
www.oceansports.co.nz
Contributing Club
History of the Whangamata Ocean Sports Club
Our club was formed on 3 April 1958 in Carl Spender's garage as the Whangamata Boatmen's Association. In 1982 we obtained our own clubrooms and commenced the game fishing section. A short time later, we joined the IGFA as the Whangamata Boat & Game Fishing Club. The original Members were billed three pounds, 10 shillings to supply a pump for water at the wharf. This was in 1960 and the wharf was completed in 1962. We now have 5788 club members.
History of the Whangamata Ocean Sports Club
Objects of Association quote "To enable boatmen to approach and consult Thames County about all matters concerning boat owners and users re wharf and harbour facilities. Those who attended were: Doug Norman, Wally Findlater, Bunty Brown, Ben Thompson, Colin Patchell, Stan Death, Jim Ansell, Laurie Jameson, Roy Nicholls and Jack Tew" unquote.
There were five apologies from Albie Deadman, Lex Aikman, Ben Morris, Si Bailey and Alex Dargan.
Wally Findlater became Chairman until 14 May 1960 when Stan Death accepted nomination and was elected unanimously. The successive committees for several years wrote reams of letters to the Thames County Council trying to gain amenities such as fresh water on the wharf and lower landing built onto said wharf for ease of loading and unloading. Finally, Stan organised working bees and members of the club were levied Three pound Ten shillings ($7.00) each and under Stan's supervision we had a bore put down, supplied our own pump and laid the water onto the wharf. This was completed in 1960. Then after much more correspondence with the Thames Council re wharf lower landing, they supplied the timber and the club by way of working bees built the lower landing, this was completed in 1962.
In June of 1960 the Committee changed the name from the Whangamata Boatmen's Association to the Whangamata Boat Club.
In April of 1960 Lex Aikman (another of our life members) became Secretary, a position he held into the l970s. Then in September 1961 we became in Incorporated Society under the name of The Whangamata Boat Club Inc. During this time after more correspondence with the Marine Department the leading lights for entering the harbour and the wharf lights were installed in 1964.
From this time on much discussion, planning and letter writing took place about sites and plans for a clubhouse and marina but our numbers were few, our finances small and our voice to the powers that be was barely audible. Three separate sets of plans were drawn up and three separate sites were granted subject to water rights and town planning consent etc. None of these became reality and our need was growing. It was during this time that game-fishing outriggers began to appear on more and more boats in the harbour, people were becoming more aware of the leisure and pleasure to be gained from game fishing which is available just outside our harbour entrance. As the years rolled by we started running a bi-monthly social which proved a huge success. Initially they were held in the R.S.A. hall and as the numbers grew we moved into the Buffs Hall and eventually into the Memorial Hall. Many will remember the social success of these functions. Our membership rose from 47 to 270.
Through all these years each successive committee never lost sight of the need of having our own Clubhouse and in 1982 this became a reality. A game fishing section was formed within the club and by a Motion at a Special General Meeting changed our name to Whangamata Boat and Gamefishing Club Inc.
This only happened with more meetings and correspondence with the Thames Coromandel District Council, the final result was that in 1985 with much hard work, all voluntary, we had a Clubhouse complex adjacent to the wharf which housed the Whangamata Boat & Game fishing Club, the Whangamata Marine Radio, the Whangamata Search and Rescue Organisation and the TCDC's Harbourmaster's Office.
So to that small band of men who started this off in 1958 and held meetings in garages and private homes and bumped their heads against many brick walls in endeavours to achieve a goal we say "bless you and many, many thanks"
Whangarei Deep Sea Anglers Club
[email protected]Marina Road
Tutukaka
NEW ZEALAND
094343818
Whangareideepseaanglersclub.co.nz Facebook.com/wdsac
Contributing Club
The Whangarei Deep Sea Anglers Club is situated on the marina on the Tutukaka coast and is one of the longest established game fishing clubs in New Zealand. We hold 5 major tournaments each year. Our club room features the Anglers Bar and Bistro. Only minutes from fishing and blue water that is enjoyed by anglers and divers world-wide. All visitors are welcome.
Whangaroa Sport Fishing Club Inc.
[email protected]573 Whangaroa Rd
RD 1, Kaeo
Northland 0478
NEW ZEALAND
+64 9 405 0399
www.whangaroasportfishingclub.co.nz https://www.facebook.com/WhangaroaSFC/
Contributing Club
The club was founded in 1925 by Zane Grey and has remained the hub for game fishing off the east coast of Northland ever since. The clubroooms are on the waterfront of the Whangaroa Harbour, giving easy access to some spectacular sight and fishing within the harbour and along the coast. We are adjacent to a marina with nearby parking, boat ramps, a hotel and motels for you to come enjoy the busy fishing scene with us. We are a family friendly club so come and see the awesome fish mounts and history in the clubrooms, listen to the fishing stories, and enjoy a beautiful meal in the cafe.
World Sports Fishing Federation (NZ Charter)
[email protected]24 St. Stephens Ave
Parnell
Auckland
NEW ZEALAND
027 901 1792
Contributing Club
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
Port Moresby Game Fishing Club
[email protected]Port Moresby
NCD
1121
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
+675 321 1700
www.pmgfc.fish
Fellow Club
The Port Moresby Game Fishing Club is arguably the greatest little fishing club in the South Pacific. With our club house situated in the marina of the Royal Papua Yacht Club, our fishing waters right on our doorstep, and our members - its the place to be if your interested in game fishing in Papua New Guinea. We are the original game fishing club of Papua New Guinea.
SAMOA
Samoa International Game Fishing Association
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]Apia,
SAMOA
+685 75 21150 +685 75 74922
www.sigfa.ws Samoa International Game Fishing Association
Fellow Club
SIGFA was established in 1996 by a group of friends. Today, SIGFA has almost 100 active members. From its humble beginnings, SIGFA has grown into a thriving fishing community and club with its headquarters located at the Lady Naomi Wharf in Matautu-Tai. SIGFA promotes sports tourism and, in particular, game fishing as a competitive and safe sport for both young and old.
TONGA
Tonga International Game Fishing Association (TIGFA)
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]PO Box 150
Neiafu, Vava'u,
TONGA
+676 841 3459
www.uarausportfishingclub.com
Contributing Club
TIGFA was the only Association representing recreational anglers in the Kingdom. In July 2002 the association evolved to create regional clubs. TIGFA adopted a parent assoc. role with the purpose to represent recreational anglers at gov't level.
TIGFA, the parent association has 2 affiliated clubs; Vava'u Sport Fishing Club & Nukualofa Fishing Club. If an angler joins one, they're also a TIGFA member. TIGFA runs 1 Nat'l Tournament every year and maintains Nat'l Records. No club rooms or website.