About the Classic

It’s on again, the biggest event in Cape York . The dates for the 2009 Weipa Fishing Classic have been set to coincide with the Queens Birthday  long weekend, Friday 05 June   through to Sunday 07 June 2009 . The 2009 Classic will be run solely for community benefit, with all proceeds supporting a large number of local community and sporting groups.

While this is the fourth year the Classic has been held, initial planning indicates that the 2009 Weipa Fishing Classic has all the hallmarks of being the biggest and best yet for the town of Weipa and a great way to celebrate Queensland's 150th birthday . This year's classic will also incorporate a Lifestyle Expo where sponsors are being encouraged to set up stands to display and sell their goods.

The Weipa Fishing Classic is becoming a “must attend” event 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 1300 competitors, which we believe confirms our commitment to the Weipa Community and our sponsors. The Weipa Fishing Classic continues to be a huge success.

Nominations/tickets will open  mid May 2009  and will be available from the following Weipa businesses:-

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

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

• 2009 Nomination fees are $50 open entry  and $20 junior entry
• Junior Entries are not eligible for the major prize draw.

Catch & Weigh   eligible species for Senior Competition are (8 categories) Salmon, Fingermark, Tusker, Grunter, Queenfish, Mackeral, Trevally, Coral Trout/Red Emperor/Nannygai.

There is a Catch & Release   for legal size barramundi. A digital photo of fish on official Classic measuring sticker showing date stamp is to be presented to Weigh Master.

Live entertainment will be provided throughout the week-end with performances from local bands and dance groups. Bar & food facilities will be available on the grounds throughout the week-end.