Manning Point Fishing Classic

Following the outstanding success of the 2005 Tournament Classic,  Event tournament organiser Marcus Copperi last night announced that a new purpose built resort will be built for the 2006 Tournament competitors.

Construction has already begun based on this hastily drafted design pictured.

Most of the major television networks

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A big thank you to Marcos Coperi for making all this possible - organising accommodation, shirts, prizes, web site and entertainment.  Well done and greatly appreciated by all the competitors..

Also to Ronny Reuters for his tireless and selfless efforts in reporting all the events that mattered without bias.

Thanks too to the

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With a great haul on Day One, Barnacle Barry takes out the Manning Point Fishing Classic.
His big flattie on the Saturday afternoon gave him the edge.
In the teams event a draw was declared after Team Bravo won round three with Fishing Phil bagging a sting ray and Mangrove Mike desperate tactic of jagging a pelican.

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After some early inclement weather, day two is about to begin.
Team Alpha takes a handy lead into the mornings fishing due to Barnacle Barry's big lizard catch at the end of Day One.
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Barnacle Barry has smashed all records with a great haul in Round Two.
Included in his catch was this great flathead which is now on the barbie.
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Ganghook uses yoga techniques in preparation for the afternoon session....

With round two about to start Big Jig is examining his prospects....

Team Alpha wins a meat tray at Harrington hotel and have decided to donate proceeds to Team Bravo who caught the heaviest fish in round one.
An apeal has been registered and all bets are still valid.
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Fishing Phil bags one for Team Bravo...

Nothing to speak of yet. still trying....