2026 SHIPWRECK COAST FISHING CLASSIC presented by Richardson Marine!

We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Shipwreck Coast Fishing Classic, proudly presented by Richardson Marine!

PLUS, every entry has a chance to win a full day charter with Salty Dog Fishing Charters!

The event will be based from the WOLGFC Clubrooms (behind Pavilion Cafe at the Breakwater) and runs from JANUARY 2nd TO 4th 2026

Huge prizes up for grabs across 12 categories for both Seniors and also Juniors, it's sure to be a fishing event not to be missed. Entries are now open and can be submitted in person at Richardson Marine Tackle Shack or online.

Full rules are below and available instore at Richardson Marine Tackle Shack. Call past the store at 1056-1058 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool and get the latest fishing reports and find out the tackle you need to get hooked onto a big one!

Huge thanks to Richardson Marine as our Major Sponsor and allowing us to bring the number one fishing event in the South West to you!

Every entry has a chance at winning the Grand Prize* of a full weekday, entire boat Charter with Salty Dog Fishing Charters, thanks to the number one local charter & gun skipper, Dan Hoey!

Drop Dan a SMS to book in for your own charter on 0407 675 284 or check out https://www.saltydogcharters.com.au/

*The winner must be in attendance at the Final Presentation on 5th January 2025 to claim the grand prize.

SHIPWRECK COAST FISHING CLASSIC ENTRY

You can enter in person at Richardson Marine Tackle Shack or online right here!

Enter online by clicking the button below and completing the entry form (one for each entrant).

SHIPWRECK COAST FISHING CLASSIC RULES

Event rules can be seen by clicking the button below and then you can save them to view later. Hard copies of the rules are available at Richardson Marine Tackle Shack

SHIPWRECK COAST FISHING CLASSIC SPECIES!

Check out the vast array of species & categories to target in the Shipwreck Coast Fishing Classic! Please note some changes this year.

Heaviest of each species & longest will be awarded for each category below for Senior and Juniors.

• Capture Section (weigh in at Clubrooms)

Trout (Brown, Rainbow or Tiger)

Chinook Salmon

Australian Salmon

Flathead

King George Whiting

Snapper

Shark (Gummy or School)

Southern Bluefin Tuna

Yellowtail Kingfish

Game Shark (no Blue Shark)

• Measure Section (requires a unique item in your photo entry, to be advised).

Bream

Estuary Perch

Also a huge thankyou to all the club sponsors that allow us to provide fantastic fishing events across the entire year.