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Gold Coast Tilapia Busters: SATURDAY – NOVEMBER 5. 2022

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2022 AT 6 AM – 1 PM

GOLD COAST TILAPIA BUSTERS
EVENT REGISTRATION

Event Description:

The Gold Coast Tilapia Busters Event is the biggest Pest Fish event in Southeast Queensland. Run by My Catch Australia, Gold Coast Fishing Fanatics and City of Gold Coast the event was launched originally in 2015.
The event is family friendly! Parents bring your kids! Kids bring your parents for a fun filled morning of fishing.
The event is a free community event designed to raise community awareness of Tilapia’s devastating effect on the environment. The day aims to remove Tilapia and other introduced fish (Goldfish, Koi and European carp) from the lakes while raising awareness of further issues affecting water quality.
Mozambique Tilapia (Mozambique mouth-brooder) is an introduced fish that competes with our native species, damages aquatic plants and increases water turbidity (cloudiness).
At the event we will have – Fishing Industry and Pest Displays organised Bio Security and City of Gold Coast and a Bait Store – selling worms and tackle for the day. The overall competition will have the below prize divisions:
  • Adults (Age-18+) Men’s and Women’s
  • Young Adults (Age 10 – 17) Men’s and Women’s
  • Juniors (Age 5 – 9) Boys and Girls
Length Divisions:
  • Longest Bass,
  • Longest Tilapia,
  • Silly Tilly(smallest)
Various raffle draws will also be drawn at the end of the presentation.

Event Registration:

Event Timetable:

Fishing Start – 6.00am

Fishing End – 1.00pm

Weigh In – 12.00pm – 1.00pm

Presentation – 1.30pm

Event Map:

Click the below image to download the map of the allowed fishing boundaries for this years event.

Frequently Asked Questions

When can we start fishing on the day?Marty Gleeson2020-11-11T06:13:40+00:00

As this year there is no event sign in. Participants can start fishing anytime from 7.00am on the day of the event within the boundaries of the event.

Where will the Drive Thru Weigh In be located?Marty Gleeson2020-11-11T06:15:46+00:00

The Drive Thru Weigh In Station will be open from 1.00pm to 3.00pm on the day of the event. It will be located at the below address:

Boowaggen Road Park N Ride

Boowaggen Road, Carrara QLD 4211

What is the timetable for the day?Marty Gleeson2020-11-11T06:11:20+00:00

Fishing Start – 7.00am

Fishing End – 2.30pm

Weigh In – 1.00pm – 3.00pm

Presentation – The presentation will be live streamed through Gold Coast Fishing Fanatics Facebook Page

Where are Participants allowed to fish?Marty Gleeson2020-11-11T06:10:50+00:00

Please click on below link to view fishing map.

What do I need to bring into the event?Marty Gleeson2019-09-16T23:29:47+00:00

Participants will be required to bring along their own fishing equipment and bait to the event.

  • Fishing Rods and Reels
  • Bait (Worms, Bread, Corn)
  • Fishing Tackle (Hooks, Sinkers, Pliers etc.)
  • Sun Protection (Hat, Long Sleeve Shirt, Sunscreen)
  • Bucket or Bag for the storage of Pest Species
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?Marty Gleeson2019-09-16T23:29:42+00:00

Please feel free to contact the organisers on their Facebook Page below:

https://www.facebook.com/mycatchaustralia/

https://www.facebook.com/GoldCoastFishingFanatics/

This years sponsors:

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By: Marty Gleeson
Title: Gold Coast Tilapia Busters – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2022
Sourced From: mycatchaustralia.com.au/gold-coast-tilapia-busters-saturday-november-5-2022/
Published Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2022 05:46:28 +0000

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