About the Classic

It’s on again, the biggest event in Cape York . The dates for the 2011 Weipa Fishing Classic have been set to coincide with the Queens Birthday   long weekend, Friday 10 June through to Sunday 12 June 2011 . The 2011 Classic will be run solely for community benefit, with all proceeds supporting a large number of local community and sporting groups.

This is the sixth year the Classic has been held, and it is fast becoming a “must attend” event. The Weipa Fishing Classic and is one of the largest fishing competitions in Queensland. With volunteers from throughout the community to ensure its success, the Weipa Fishing Classic continues to experience steady growth. Predicted nominations this year are 1500 competitors, which we believe confirms our commitment to the Weipa Community and our sponsors. The Weipa Fishing Classic continues to be a huge success.

Live entertainment will be provided throughout the week-end with performances from Airlie Beach Band Under the Radar, as well as Shandell Tosoni, a far north Queensland local, and performer at Australian Outback Spectacular.  Local performers will also provide entertainment.   Bar & food facilities will be available on the grounds throughout the week-end.

Nominations/tickets will open mid May 2011  and will be available from the following Weipa businesses:-

• Betta Electrical located beside Weipa News & Sports
• Weipa 4WD Spares & Camping Supplies , Heritage Shopping Centre

As nominations will be limited to 1500 competitors, those competitors who are travelling to Weipa will be able to complete an online nomination and payment to secure their place. 

Competitors will be required to complete a nomination form and pay a fee at the time of entry:

• 2011 nomination fees are $55 open entry   and $25 junior entry
• Junior Entries are not eligible for the major prize draw.