Welcome to the Top End Fishing Festival, 2009

When

Saturday 28th March and Sunday 29th March 2009

Where

Foskey Pavilion (air-conditioned)
Darwin Showgrounds, Winnellie

Opening Times

  • Saturday 28th March 2009
    9.00am - 5.00pm
  • Sunday 29th March 2009
    9.00am - 5.00pm

Entry Fees

  • Adult $7 per person
  • Child (5 - 15 yrs) $3 per person
  • Child under 5 Free
  • Family Pass $15 - 2 adults & 2 children (under 15)

WIN a 1/2 day Helifishing tour for two Why chase fish from the water when you can chase them from the air? Why drive for hours to go fishing, only to find your special spot has been fished out?  Blow off the crowds completely and fish for the monster barramundi at the most remote exclusive-access fishing spots. Take in the spectacular scenery along the way in a modern R44 helicopter, with a professional pilot/fishing guide. Listen to 104.1 Territory FM throughout March to enter in the draw win this fantastic prize. Prize kindly donated by XXXXGold – Supporting fishing in the Territory

WIN a 1/2 day Fish Darwin tour for two This is a great opportunity to fish the harbour’s many wrecks and reefs. Your experienced and friendly crew will demonstrate how to use the quality rods and reels provided, assisting you whenever needed. After a delicious barbecue of marinated prawn skewers, Aussie hamburgers and home made salads, cooked for you out on the Harbour, your crew will also clean and prepare your fish to take home with you. Fill in the entry form at the Fish Darwin stand to go in the draw.

WIN a BLA Marine Safety Kit - the kit comes in a high visibility waterproof pack and contains all your essential safety equipment together in one ‘quick to grab in an emergency’ pack.  Includes lifejackets, International distress sheet, telescopic paddles, signaling mirror and heavy duty waterproof torch. Fill in the entry form at the Territory Marine stand to go in the draw.

WIN a Humminbird PiranhaMAX 150 – with one button, the PiranhaMAX gives easy-access to all the advanced features of the PiranhaMAX™ Series fishfinders - Fish ID+, fish alarms, depth alarms, zoom and more. Fill in the entry form at the Territory Marine stand to go in the draw.

WIN  a custom built rod from AJ Snape Custom Fishing Sticks. There is one fantastic men's rod and one fantastic lady's rod to win. Simply visit the stall, check out the rods, have a chat and put your name in the draw. Tickets are only $1.00 (one entry per person)

WIN - "Barramundi O.D" triple DVD set of Wild Barra Fishing with Alex Julius to be won by participating in some of the fun games and competitions.  

WIN - Loads of fantastic Reidy's Lures to be won by participating in some of the fun games and competititions.

WIN - Polarised Barz Optics sunglasses to be won - Fill in the entry form at the Barz Optics stand to go in the draw

WIN - two grill BBQ's from Farmers Union to be won- simply guess how many ice coffee cartons are in the Farmers Union boat (next to their drink stand) to be in the running. 

There'll be fun for everyone 

  • Come and hear your favourite local and interstate fishing personalities
  • Learn from the experts and see the latest gear being demonstrated
  • Try your hand at a variety of competitions to suit all ages and experience
  • Visit the exhibition which showcases everything great about fishing in the NT including charters, tackle, fishing lodges, destinations, accessories and more 
  • Keep informed on developments, as well as try and buy the very latest in fishing gear. 
  • Relax and enjoy a range of food and beverage (licenced bar opens 11.00am)
Logon