Macleay Island's first-ever fishing competition, held on Saturday, June 28th, reeled in a massive crowd and proved to be a hugely successful day for the community.
With over 100 entrants casting their lines, the event generated incredible excitement and showcased the island's vibrant spirit.
The festivities at Pat’s Park saw an impressive turnout of over 350 attendees, creating a lively atmosphere for all ages.
The Lions Club of Macleay provided delicious catering, joined by Chef it Dining and Russell Island Ice-cream, ensuring everyone was well-fed.
The air was filled with the sounds of live music from Mark Knight, adding to the festive ambiance.
Jake Gilroy from the Bay Islands Inclusive Events Committee expressed his delight, remarking that he had "never seen so many children in the park enjoying fishing, face painting and colouring in competitions."
This sentiment perfectly captured the family-friendly nature of the day, with activities catering to even the youngest attendees.
The competition featured various prize categories, recognising the angling prowess of participants across different groups.
Prizes were awarded for the best three adult male and female anglers, as well as the best three children, male and female.
The highly coveted overall Professionals Real Estate Fishing Champion of the Day title was proudly awarded to Peter Lau from Macleay Island.
The success of the inaugural Macleay Island Fishing Competition would not have been possible without the generous support of its sponsors. The Bay Islands Inclusive Events Committee extends its sincere gratitude to: Rapala, LIFE, Sealink, Professionals, GCI, Lop Chop Chip, Vanchino, Bay Island Transport, ILS Services, Yanmar, John Deere, Jaffle & Wrap Cafe.
