In an exclusive, FishiLeaks can reveal  the level of gratitude the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing

Classic has for their sponsors. One document in particular reads, “A BIG THANKS TO ALL

SPONSORS” and FishiLeaks has tracked down the ‘thanker’ who has confessed to having made the

thank you comments.

Eric Davey (age with held because I don’t it) was very candid about the extent the sponsors

get behind the Easter Classic:

Eric- “Got heaps of sponsors”

FishiLeaks- “So you are saying you  have 120 sponsors from all over Australia who have been

involved for many years which allows you to give away over $45,000 in prizes”.

Eric- “Yep”!

FishiLeaks pushed Eric (he only fell a bit) as to why he felt the sponsors have been so dedicated over the years and in typical fashion he wrinkles up the left side of his face:

Eric- “We’re good”

FishiLeaks- “So you’re saying the dedication of the sponsors is because the Easter Fishing Classic has a strong reputation for providing a high quality family event consistantly for 21 years”.

Eric- “Yep”!

FishiLeaks was interested in how Eric manages to coordinate the generosity of sponsors each year and in his insightful manner said:

Eric- “I know stuff”

FishiLeaks- “So what you’re saying is you have developed and maintained strong relationships with sponsors and they know they are involved in a high quality event which attracts over 10,000 people in 3 days”

Eric- “Sure”

When asked about why he made the ‘THANK YOU’ comments Eric was exuberant in his reply:

Eric- “Because”

FishiLeaks- “So you’re saying the reason you made the thank you comments is due to the generosity of sponsors who help make the Easter Fishing Classic a memorable time for all the family”

Eric- “Sounds about right”

FishiLeaks can also reveal Eric and his wife Rosemary will not attend this years Easter Fishing Classic as they will be celebrating the wedding of their daughter Michelle to Brandon.

Congratulations you pair of youngins!

A Big Thanks Boys!

- Steve at the Burrum Heads Hotel/Motel reckons it’s hard to make a comeback when you haven’t been anywhere so he would love you to call in so you know where the comfortable rooms and the cool beverages are available.

So whether you are looking to jag $500 in cash from Steve for the heaviest Whiting at the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic or just looking for a great feed and a cold one call in and see Steve and the gang at the Burrum Heads Hotel.

Remember as Steve says, if your partner drives you to drink just know, mine still makes me walk and I own the place!

- When you enter Burrum Heads FoodWorks you will hear a regular message, “mop and bucket to isle 3, Andrew is still drooling”! Wife and ‘real boss’ Tanya has junior staff follow Andrew around with a mop and bucket. Tanya just hopes Andrew in all his giddy excitement sponsoring the $500 heaviest Flathead remembers to stock the bait, drinks and ice for all the Easter visitors hunting the big one.

When you call in to say hi to Andrew & Tanya and you will usually find Andrew in the post office licking stamps.

GET A REAL HOBBY ANDREW!

- Luke the ‘ladies man’ loves 2 things… offal and giving away $500 in cash for heaviest Bream. As an Easter Classic sponsor veteran, Luke reckons you can only get a snag in the Burrum River or at Burrum Heads Butchery. While fishing the Easter Classic Luke and the crew at Burrum Heads Butchery would love you to check out their meat and get hooked on their fresh quality and service.

Luke is so passionate about his meat he talks for hours about his rump, but being a very sensitive man, just don’t ask Luke if he has a sheep’s head because it’s just the way he combs his hair.

On a beautiful Sunny day at the Burrum Heads Lions Park a gentle sea breeze blew as Mike Cole (pictured above) sealed the Austackle deal with Daryl & Heather Scott (pictured below). With a few close friends in attendance to witness the fishing union Mike, Daryl, and Heather have ensured the local fishing community and all visitors have access to serious fishing gear designed for Aussie fishing.

Austackle is the primary sponsor once again for the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic only because Mike threatened he would serenade me if he wasn’t allowed. Good thing he knows his fishing gear!

Does this guy know how to thrill? Mike has thrown his generosity behind ensuring his 2012 sponsorship campaign will offer a 25% discount off normal retail price on all Austackle products for all registered anglers at the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic with proof of entry/participation from participating Tournament Pro Dealers Burrum Traders.

The Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic will have a big display of Austackle gear which you can view prior to calling in on Daryl & Heather at Burrum Traders to purchase your serious fishing gear designed for Aussie fishing.

Daryl & Heather owners of Burrum Traders have been passionate supporters of The Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic for many years. Combine their great fishing gear, bait, and local knowledge the whole family will be well catered for, for a rod bending line ripping good time.

How good are these guys? If fishing is not your speed then Heather has a beaut range of knitting and sewing resources. It’s that good you can often find Daryl and his mates crocheting in their spare time.

Yep, it’s on again! The 21^st Annual Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic is geared up for another rod bending line ripping good time for the whole family 6^th - 8^th April.

So in keeping with tradition FishiLeaks sat down with club President Ron Henderson (pictured left) to see what he and the dedicated volunteers have install for 2012; and no surprise he had that ‘stunned Mullet’ look again when he found out The Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic is back on.

In a yet another tell all 3 day interview Ron dropped a bombshell when he revealed he is releasing his memoirs this year where he talks about everything from lawn mowing, fishing, and golf to his deep love for kittens and his desire to return to male underwear modelling, “because I am known as ‘The Look’ ”. Once Ron got that off his chest we got down to business and he revealed he weeps uncontrollably when he reflects on all the dedicated club members over the past 21 years who have contributed their time and energy to ensure the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic has grown and matured into one of the top 5 events on the Fraser Coast, weeping Ron said, “I just can’t wait to get started so we can celebrate the events 21^st birthday”.

In a ‘strange’ moment, Rons mood shifted from deep emotion to confusion when he said, “how come we are giving away over $45,000 in prizes plus a mega boating package when it’s our 21^st birthday, shouldn’t we get the presents”? After some time clearing up the confusion, Ron exercised his modelling experience and has arranged for the merchandise coordinator Amanda a new look fishing fashion range for the Easter Classic.

We gave the last word to his wife Leanne, “we all know Ronny is an Adonis and a great club President, but you know behind every great man is an even better woman to keep him organised”.

FishiLeaks Reveals Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic Insider

In the biggest news of 2012, FishiLeaks is able to reveal the insider who has provided over 10 secret Easter Classic documents. In supplying insider information the public is now being made aware of the extent to which the Burrum Heads Amateur Fishing Club has gone to deliver the biggest Easter Fishing Classic in its 21 years.

Peter Gamel (age with-held due to his youthful appearance) has been identified in the Burrum Heads Kangaroo Court as being the mastermind behind the leaking of information. Peter Gamel has been charged with 10 counts of breaching the Burrum Heads Anti-secrecy Act by revealing the following secrets:

-Easter Fishing Classic turns 21 in 2012

-Free lanyards to all who register

-Register online www.burrumfishingclassic.com.au

-$45,000 in prizes and giveaways

-2 big Kids Clinics on Sunday Morning

-The biggest major raffle in the history of the Easter Classic with 3 holidays up for grabs

-An exciting Early bird prize

-Another awesome Super Draw Boat to give away

-Watch the free Promo movie at www.burrumfishingclassic.com.au

-AUSTACKLE back with seriously good fishing gear

-Reverse Draw has been renovated

In a statement released over the weekend Peter Gamel confessed that he did supply detailed information to FishiLeaks, asked why he felt it necessary he had this to say, “I feel like a sweet tooth in a candy store and I just can’t wait for the Easter Classic each year, I want everyone to know”.

FishiLeaks can confirm Chief Magistrate Keith McMahon (pictured Right) has sentenced Peter Gamel to 3 days of Family Fishing FUN at the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic April 6^th – 8^th. Chief Magistrate McMahon sighted the revealing of the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic turning 21 as being the force behind the strict sentence when he said, “That young man Gamel is just a happy guy who loves to see families have lots of fun”.

In a bizarre twist, Chief Magistrate McMahon will be sentenced in the QLD Cane Toad Courts in May for being a ‘NSW BLUES’ supporter. Shame Maca, Shame!

Peter Gamel had the final word (as usual) on his sentence this weekend when he said, “for a rod bending, line ripping good time I will see you at the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic for the BIG 21^st Birthday bash”.

Many moons have passed since 1991 where Paul Keating was Prime Minister, Alan Boarder was Australian cricket captain, petrol averaged at .62c/Ltr with milk a $1/Ltr, Benny Hill passes away, Ireland beats Australia in Rugby Union, Brian Westwood wins the Archibald prize, space shuttle Atlantis8 lands, contact lenses were invented in Australia, and the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic was born.

Started by 3 families which included 10 children in 1991; the Burrum Heads Amateur Fishing Club started the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic as a fun family event over the Easter weekend to enjoy and relax in the village atmosphere while wetting a line in a beautiful environment.

In just the first 4 years of the Easter Classic, the Burrum Heads Amateur Fishing club was able

to fund the infrastructure, turf, pathways, and lighting present at the Lions Park for all

community and visitors to enjoy year round from the proceeds of the Easter Classic. Over the 21 years The Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic has raised money to support local organizations, sponsor individuals, and directly contribute to the economy of the village.

The event has matured (along with the fashions thankfully) to have experienced a steady growth rate of 17.5%/year due to its popularity. The support from the community and businesses local and across Australia alike has allowed the Easter Fishing Classic to grow in numbers and in the capacity to generate spectacular prizes and giveaways to all who attend.

All members of the Burrum Heads Amateur Fishing Club are volunteers who take enormous pride in their community and environment with sustainable fishing endorsement, kids clinics to educate and build awareness, supporting a wide range of community events such as the Endeavour Christmas day boat run and cricket match, and bringing life to a usually quiet village in delivering the Easter Fishing Classic right on the foreshores of the picturesque Burrum River.

As a result of all the volunteers over the last 21 years the Burrum heads Amateur Fishing Club was awarded the Fraser Coast Australia Day Community Event award in 2009 and has made the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic a top 5 event in the Wide Bay Fraser Coast and is regarded as one of the biggest family fishing events in Qld.

Some think he’s a genius…

Some think he looks like a stunned Mullet this time of year … We all know him as ‘el presidente’.

Lucky for Ron there is an assembled crack team of volunteers to deliver the 20^th Annual Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic.

Ron said in a revealing tell all interview, he is emotionally overwhelmed at the efforts club members have made to ensure another rod bending line ripping great time is on for the whole family this Easter.

Burrum Heads Amateur Fishing Club President Ron Henderson (Pictured right)

He now wants to buy a kitten!

Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic was among 49 Qld events and the ONLY event in the Fraser Coast/South Burnett regions who received funding from the Premier and Minister for the Arts, the Honourable Ana Bligh to hold a Queensland event.

The $8,500 announcement came on the 17^th December 2010 with the Premier saying, “Events create a new reason for people to visit and are a great way to promote an area”.

“This funding is supporting regional events that attract tourists, increase economic activity, support jobs, entertain locals and boost community spirit”.

The Easter Fishing Classic for 20 years has been a conduit in attracting visitors from around Australia and overseas to the small fishing village and is proud of the economic boost and community benefit the event brings to Burrum Heads.

Attending the 2010 Easter Fishing Classic, Mike Cole became hooked after taking the classic family fishing event bait - fun. In an excited moment he has committed Austackle to a premier sponsorship of the 2011 Easter Fishing Classic. 

Austackle design seriously good fishing gear to suit Aussie fishing, in 2010 Austackle sponsored quality gear for a number of prize categories, but Mike Cole looked like a sweet tooth in a candy store and has gone overboard. In 2011, Austackle will provide the 2011 Easter Fishing Classic with a broad range of fishing gear for the whole family to land in the many prize draws and giveaways.