I LOVE THE EASTER FISHING CLASSIC

Posted on January 26th, 2011 by admin1

austackleSome say he only comes out at night and is rarely seen in public.

 

Some say he is so shy even when he looks in the mirror be becomes bashful.

 

But tell Mike Cole there’s a fishing comp in Burrum Heads and he goes crackers, just begging to give away his Aussie designed fishing gear for Aussie anglers of all ages and skill.

 

Burrum Heads Amateur Fishing Club President Ron Henderson has spent many a long hour consoling Mike over the Easter being too far away.

 

But now Easter is just around the corner Ron sent the ‘King of Prizes’ Eric Davey to break the news to Mike being the 20th annual Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classics’ Premier sponsor in 2011.

 

The ‘King of Prizes’ revealed Mike became so animated at the news he broke into his favourite Pointer Sisters song – I’m So Excited.

 

Mike also wants to buy a kitten.

 

Congratulations Mike! 

 

The Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic welcomes Austackle on Board

THEY’RE AT IT AGAIN!

Posted on January 25th, 2011 by admin1

prizesSome say his best feature is viewed from behind.

Some say he makes them giggle.

We know him as the ‘King of Prizes’.

 

Behind every great man is an even greater woman, Eric Davey and driving force wife Rosemary have again trawled the country to deliver over $25,000 of prizes and give-aways including the early bird prize valued at $300

 

During the excitement of accepting the generous sponsorships, Rosemary revealed in a quiet moment Erics’ hard work is his best feature when giving away the thousands of dollars in prizes. 

CAN IT GET ANY BIGGER?

Posted on January 24th, 2011 by admin1

Due to her popularity we have disguised Leanne the coordinator of the ‘Kids Clinic’ to hide her identity. At last year’s Easter Fishing Classic Leanne was overwhelmed at 157 young people attending her clinic; double that of the previous year.   

Some say it’s because she is a top angler you can learn much from 
Some say it’s because she brings loads of prizes and giveaways

Her husband says he shows her the hot fishing spots
But we know the popularity of the ‘Kids Clinic’ keeps smashing attendance records each year. 

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With the help and support of local businessman Bob Wicks from Bobs Bridgestone Tyres Leanne puts on a great Sunday morning with a Q&A session, target casting & a raffle draw. Leanne is one sharp lady and assures the Easter Classic organisers she is ready for you youngins! Just to make sure Leanne has bought in reinforcements from Channel 7 to ensure you youngins have a chance at the prizes and loads of fun.

LIVE & DEAD WEIGH INS

Posted on January 23rd, 2011 by admin1

weigh-inSome say he was born dreaming of the big catch and still is

Some say he’s lucky to catch a cold

We know him as the ‘weigh-master’

 

Lending his ‘weight’ to sustainable fishing, Paul Di Cesare is proud of the catch and release program, he likes showing off the impressive catch in the live tank.

 

Paul is as excited as a sweet tooth in a candy store at the new viewing window on the live tank and asks all anglers to be familiar with the rules so you will have a rod bending line ripping good time at the 20th annual Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic in 2011.

WE KNOW WHAT YOU WANT ESKIES!

Posted on January 22nd, 2011 by admin1

eskiesThe Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic has again teamed up with Fraser Island Iceboxes to bring you more fun than an esky full of monkeys on the Esky Wheel.

 

Be there Saturday and Sunday for your chance to take home one of these highly sought after Eskies in a range of colours and YES the special mum and dad Eskies are back.

 

And in breaking news Burrum Heads Fishing Club Members vote YES to a new Esky Wheel, so no more ‘LINERS’! Club President Ron Henderson said the NEW Esky Wheel has more spin than his new reel.

 

Mike Cole from Austackle has his fingers in everything. HEY MIKE we already said you’re the premier sponsor of the Easter Classic! You give ‘em a shot and they want to do everything for ya! Ahhhh, generosity.

RED HOT RAFFLE

Posted on January 21st, 2011 by admin1

peopleWe cannot reveal their identity so we will call them Chaslyn & Dulcie.

 

At a secret location deep in Burrum Heads the ladies have revealed the value of the major raffle valued at $3418 including Engal fridge and a fantastic Webber Q. 

The intrigue deepened as they revealed the raffle has an impressive 5 prize draw.

THE LAST SPRAY

Posted on January 20th, 2011 by admin1

maxSome say he is the face of the Easter Classic

Some say his stories are more impressive than the lunchbox Brim can only catch

We know him as Max ‘The Man Microphone’ Smith

 

Max has dedicated the last 6 years to ensuring the wonderful visitors to the Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic have a memorable rod bending line ripping great time in Burrum Heads over Easter.

 

GOOD ON YA TONSILS!

 

Max and his wonderful wife Gloria are very much loved by and still remain part of the Burrum Heads Fishing Club. They will enjoy the Easter Fishing Classic in a supporting role and take time to see the Easter Classic from a different view, sitting down!

 

The Burrum Heads Easter Fishing Classic thanks both Max and Gloria for their commitment and dedication to the club and the Easter Classic.

 

THANK YOU BOTH

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Posted on January 20th, 2011 by admin1

2010 Winners

Posted on January 20th, 2011 by admin1

Congratulations to all the winners of various sections of the 2010 Easter Fishing Classic.

SENIORS HEAVIEST OVERALL

SPECIES

WEIGHT NAME

ENTRY NO.

Bream 1.482 Keith Green 923
Whiting .646 John Browne 57
Flathead 2.529 Wayne Nolen 304
Trumpeter 2.271 Greg Hubert 276
Parrot / Tusk .962 / 6.754 Brian Jacobsen / Matt Fallow 919 / 725
Blackall 4.452 Travis Sim 1012
Golden Trevally 8.337 Mick Finn 912
Red Emperor 3.401 Peter Smyth 119
Coral Trout 4.881 Peter Smyth 119

JUNIORS HEAVIEST OVERALL & RUNNERS-UP

SPECIES WEIGHT NAME ENTRY NO.
Bream .646 Jye Stewart 174
Runner-up .584 Jack Riley 106
Pike .290 Lachlan Manssen 157
Runner-up .267 Ajay Peden-Trast 267
Flathead .959 Bradley Mansen 155
Runner-up .895 Hayden Newell 258
Flounder .321 Ian Dickinson 256
Runner-up .268 Jordan Renz 2
       
       

CHAMPION ANGLER

SENIOR

PETER SMYTH

119

JUNIOR

GRACE ROBERTSON

530

TOTAL ENTRIES

SENIOR ENTRY NUMBERS: 1061 JUNIOR BOYS: 286 JUNIOR GIRLS: 187

 

EARLY BIRD DRAWS

SENIOR:  Rick Stayte  (Humminbird Pirahna Max Fishfinder)

JUNIOR BOY:  Ben Smyth

JUNIOR GIRL:  Darcy Rogers

Entry No. 41 Entry No. 22

Entry No. 68

 

TOTAL DEAD WEIGH-IN - 181

Seniors - 92 Juniors - 89

 

TOTAL LIVE FISH RELEASED - 248

Seniors - 157 Juniors - 91

 

LIVE WEIGH-IN - SENIORS

Friday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .472 .477 Ken Hatch 48
Whiting .378 .362 John Brown 57
Flathead .981 1.007 Brian Cobb 530

Saturday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .287 .285 Monica Nolen 422
Whiting .186 .185 Greg Schmidt 159
Flathead 1.257 0.942 Wayne Nolan 304

Sunday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .326 .324 Luke Nolen 305
Whiting .212 .212 Caren Dahl 554
Flathead .562 .527 Greg Schmidt 159

 

LIVE WEIGH-IN - JUNIORS

Friday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .289 .294 Aiden Robertson 21
Whiting .262 .289 Caitlyn Dahl 584
Flathead .857 .564 Caleb Hendry 71

Saturday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .434 .422 Kasey Gamble 535
Whiting .280 .255 Blair Hodson 88
Flathead .738 .697 Cameron Pearce 29

Sunday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .384 .427 Kyle Geary 17
Whiting .390 .345 Thomas Schmidt 27
Flathead .786 .725 Ryan Gibbs 254

 

Anyone Weighing a Live Fish-

Senior:  John Nolen Junior:  Hayley Smith Entry No. 215 Entry No. 107

Anyone Weighing in a Dead Fish-

Senior:  Glenys Korn Junior:  Melanie Robertson Entry No. 792 Entry No. 518

Promotional Draw -

Gavin Ewing Entry No. 731

MAYOR’S AWARD - Champion Angler Senior

Peter Smyth - Entry No. 119

CHAMPION ANGLER - JUNIOR

Grace Robertson Entry No. 530

ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD - BOY -

Sponsored by AUSTRALIAN ROD MANUFACTURERS

Brock Neilsen Entry No. 187

ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD - GIRL -

Sponsored by AUSTRALIAN ROD MANUFACTURERS

Christie Maxwell Entry No. 569

MAJOR RAFFLE - 1st Prize - BRONCO’S FRAMED JERSEY -

Sponsored by ON THE BEACH ESTATE

Peter Vawser winning ticket 2587

Other Prizes:

2nd - Engel Fridge/Freezer:   Betty Ransen 3rd - Fishing Tackle & Accessories:  M Jones

4th - Cruise to Lady Musgrave Is:  Bev Finn

5th - Lady’s Pamper & Fishing Package:  Lisa Lockett

winning ticket 2976 winning ticket 3344

winning ticket 1467

winning ticket 0047

JUNIOR SUPER DRAW - KAYAK FOR JUNIOR BOY -

Sponsored by ELDERS & BURRUM HEADS ACCOMMODATION CENTRE

Michael Pickering Entry ID 57

JUNIOR SUPER DRAW - KAYAK FOR JUNIOR GIRL -

Sponsored by ELDERS & BURRUM HEADS ACCOMMODATION CENTRE

Victoria Persson Entry ID 597

SENIOR SUPER DRAW - STACER PRO-LINE BOAT, TRAILER, 25hp YAMAHA MOTOR & FISHING PACKAGE -

Sponsored by ON THE BEACH ESTATE

Justin Nyg Entry ID 789

2009 Winners

Posted on February 8th, 2010 by admin1

Congratulations to all the winners of various sections of the 2009 Easter Fishing Classic.

SENIORS HEAVIEST OVERALL

SPECIES

WEIGHT NAME

ENTRY NO.

Bream .781 Keith Green 744
Whiting .641 Julie Cairn 11
Flathead 2.899 James Manssen 1143
Trumpeter 1.700 Phil Sagar 290
Parrot/Tusk 6.025 Wade Gleeson 661
Painted Sweetlip (Blackall) 5.466 Ian Garrett 191
Golden Trevally 9.572 James Manssen 1143
Red Emperor Nil    
Coral Trout 5.764 Ian Garrett 191

JUNIORS HEAVIEST OVERALL & RUNNERS-UP

SPECIES WEIGHT NAME ENTRY NO.
Bream .641 Caitlyn Dahl 496
Runner-up .597 Kye Blake 693
Whiting .372 Miles Jacobsen 703
Runner-up .351 Tegan Rookwood 492
Pike .257 Casey Bloom 765
Runner-up .244 Caleb Hendry 623
Flathead 2.123 Alison Jackson 491
Runner-up 1.694 John Maxwell 686
Flounder .380 Reece Adams 700
Runner-up .359 Tyson Tout 573

CHAMPION ANGLER

SENIOR

JAMES MANSSEN

1143

JUNIOR

ALISON JACKSON

491

TOTAL ENTRIES

SENIOR ENTRY NUMBERS: 1186 JUNIOR BOYS: 306 JUNIOR GIRLS: 198

 

EARLY BIRD DRAW - for a Humminbird Fishin’ Buddy

Rick Stayte Entry No. 179

 

TOTAL DEAD WEIGH-IN - 314

Seniors - 130 Juniors - 184

 

TOTAL LIVE FISH RELEASED - 360

Seniors - 267 Juniors - 93

 

LIVE WEIGH-IN - SENIORS

Friday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .384 .394 Alf Eisel 519
Whiting .212 .211 John Brown 10
Flathead .947 .899 Damien Meyer 460

Saturday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .487 .491 Christine Rich 9
Whiting .363 .376 Sean Bolitho 404
Flathead 1.302 1.229 Paul Davies 170

Sunday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .259 .251 Wayne Nolen 126
Whiting .133 .131 Cameron Day 232
Flathead .528 .496 Luke Nolen 127

 

LIVE WEIGH-IN - JUNIORS

Friday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .384 .354 Daniel Harding 549
Whiting .212 .228 Kyle Geary 513
Flathead .947 .599 Brenton Fox 551

Saturday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .487 .484 Madison Tarnawsky 462
Whiting .363 .238 Caitlin Dahl 496
Flathead 1.302 .817 Jayden Simpson 575

Sunday

Fish Species Secret Weight Closest Weight Name Entry No.
Bream .259 .255 Selina House 251
Whiting .133 .165 Chris Kidd 546
Flathead .528 .490 Ryn Gibbs 806

 

Anyone Weighing a Live Fish-Senior

Wayne Nolen Entry No. 218

Anyone Weighing in a Dead Fish-Senior

John Robertson Entry No. 22

Promotional Draw - Sponsored By On The Beach Estate

1st prize was a Mystery Draw of a Sea Jay 3.5 Nomad Boat & Fishing Package Michael Buckley - Entry No. 898

MAYOR’S AWARD

Champion Angler - Senior James Manssen - Entry No. 1143

CHAMPION ANGLER - JUNIOR

Alison Jackson Entry No. 491

ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD - BOY - SPONSORED BY AUSTRALIAN ROD MANUFACTURERS

Mitchell Loman Kaleo Hodgkinson

ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD - GIRL - SPONSORED BY AUSTRALIAN ROD MANUFACTURERS

Candice Thompson

BRONCO’S FRAMED JERSEY - Sponsored by On the Beach Estate

S Hodson winning ticket 0383

FISHING PACKAGE

Linda Evans winning ticket 80E

LADIES PACKAGE

Suzanne Murray winning ticket Red D97

JUNIOR SUPER DRAW - KAYAK FOR JUNIOR BOY - SPONSORED BY ELDERS & BURRUM HEADS ACCOMMODATION CENTRE, BURRUM HEADS

Ethan Whitehead Entry ID 746

JUNIOR SUPER DRAW - KAYAK FOR JUNIOR GIRL

SPONSORED BY ELDERS & BURRUM HEADS ACCOMMODATION CENTRE, BURRUM HEADS

Madalyn Orr Entry ID 370

SUPER DRAW - SPONSORED BY ON THE BEACH ESTATE

STACER SEA SPRITE BOAT, TRAILER, MOTOR & FISHING PACKAGE

Stuart Heath Entry ID 634