TAGGED FISH
LARGEST WEIGHED FISH
| SPECIES | NUMBER TAGGED |
|---|---|
| BLACK MARLIN | 3 |
| BLUE MARLIN | 10 |
| BROADBILL SWORDFISH | 18 |
| BRONZE WHALER | 31 |
| MAKO SHARK | 11 |
| SAILFISH | 13 |
| SHORTBILL SPEARFISH | 1 |
| SKIPJACK TUNA | 8 |
| SNAPPER | 1 |
| STRIPED MARLIN | 171 |
| SWORDFISH | 4 |
| THRESHER SHARK | 3 |
| TIGER SHARK | 25 |
| WHALER SHARK | 2 |
| YELLOWFIN TUNA | 9 |
| YELLOWTAIL KINGFISH | 27 |
| Species | Angler | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| ALBACORE | Bicknell, Joe | 12.74 |
| BLACK MARLIN | Bremner, Stephen | 169.2 |
| BLUE MARLIN | Thompson, Mike | 207.2 |
| BROADBILL SWORDFISH | Jenkins, Tyler | 167.7 |
| KAHAWAI | Ellison, David | 2.85 |
| MAHI MAHI | Bishop, Clayton | 8.2 |
| SAILFISH | Webb, Jason | 30.0 |
| SILVER TREVALLY | Allen, Mark | 3.3 |
| SKIPJACK TUNA | Moffitt, Hayden | 7.46 |
| SNAPPER | Wilkinson, Johnny | 9.55 |
| SWORDFISH | Biserko, Pavle | 140.0 |
| STRIPED MARLIN | Alexander, Nolan | 129.0 |
| THRESHER SHARK | Sampson, Max | 120.0 |
| YELLOWFIN TUNA | Verryt, Jody | 82.4 |
| YELLOWTAIL KINGFISH | Lambert, Cameron | 18.425 |
NZSFC YOUTH NATIONALS 2026
The New Zealand Sport Fishing Council Inc (NZSFC), is a not for profit organisation originally founded in 1957 and incorporated on 3 March 1959, incorporation society number 223403. We currently have 50 affiliated member Clubs from the top of the North Island to the bottom of the South Island. The NZSFC Youth Nationals 2025 are just around the corner! This nationwide tournament, designed for junior anglers, runs from April 12th to April 27th, 2025, coinciding with the April school holidays.The tournament is a fantastic opportunity for kids under 18 to experience the thrill of fishing. With a structure similar to that of ‘The Nationals’, the event includes an all-tackle, measure-and-release format, and a points-based scoring system that encourages anglers to fish lighter line classes. Thanks to Daiwa NZ and Just Another Fisherman, there are some epic prizes up for grabs for the winning anglers!
NEW PLYMOUTH TOP BOAT ROUND 3 2026
The New Plymouth Sportfishing & Underwater Club was formed in 1995 as a result of the merging of the New Plymouth Underwater and the Taranaki Cruising and Sportfishing Clubs. The club is based at the Habourview Clubrooms on Oceanview Parade, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Round 3 of the annual Top Boat series takes place on April 11th 2026.
2026 GAMEX
GAMEX is Western Australia’s greatest and most prestigious fishing event. Now in its 58th year, GAMEX has been responsible for more state, national and world records than any other Australian fishing tournament.GAMEX showcases Exmouth’s world class sport and game fishing options, with over 50 point scoring sport and game fish available, including all six Australian billfish species, and more than 27 individual prize sections. All fishing grounds are within very close proximity of boat ramps and marina facilities, meaning large and small boats can fish side by side with an equal chance of winning. GAMEX features 6 days of tournament fishing, as well as a whole range of activities and micro-events including fishing clinics, social nights, family activities, special guest appearances, filleting demonstrations, scientific studies, live entertainment and much more.
DOLLY DASH 2026
The New Plymouth Sportfishing & Underwater Club was formed in 1995 as a result of the merging of the New Plymouth Underwater and the Taranaki Cruising and Sportfishing Clubs. The club is based at the Habourview Clubrooms on Oceanview Parade, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Round 4 of the annual Top Boat series takes place on 6th-7th June 2026.
OFFSHORE BOATS NZ SMALL BOATS 2026
Marsden Cove Fishing Club and Offshore Boats NZ are super excited to hold another amazing OFFSHORE BOATS NZ SMALL BOATS COMPETITION 2026!
Small boat anglers, this is your opportunity to show your game fishing skills and show those big boats how its done.
Get your crews together and book your tickets to this awesome competition running out of Marsden Cove Fishing Club.
NZ SPORT FISHING COUNCIL 2026 NATIONALS
The New Zealand Sport Fishing Nationals (NZSFC Nationals) is the country’s premier, week-long nationwide fishing tournament, typically held in late February. Anglers compete from their own boats in local waters for national titles, trophies, and club glory, covering species from marlin to tuna and sportfish.
MARLIN CUP 2026 (TAG & RELEASE)
The New Plymouth Sportfishing & Underwater Club was formed in 1995 as a result of the merging of the New Plymouth Underwater and the Taranaki Cruising and Sportfishing Clubs. The club is based at the Habourview Clubrooms on Oceanview Parade, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Round 4 of the annual Top Boat series takes place on 6th-7th June 2026.
PERTH HEAVY TACKLE SHARK 2026 (TAG & RELEASE)
The New Plymouth Sportfishing & Underwater Club was formed in 1995 as a result of the merging of the New Plymouth Underwater and the Taranaki Cruising and Sportfishing Clubs. The club is based at the Habourview Clubrooms on Oceanview Parade, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Round 4 of the annual Top Boat series takes place on 6th-7th June 2026.
NEW PLYMOUTH TOP BOAT ROUND 2 2026
The New Plymouth Sportfishing & Underwater Club was formed in 1995 as a result of the merging of the New Plymouth Underwater and the Taranaki Cruising and Sportfishing Clubs. The club is based at the Habourview Clubrooms on Oceanview Parade, New Plymouth, New Zealand. Round 2 of the annual Top Boat series takes place on January 3rd 2026.