Species of the Month

2026/2027 Gold Coast Sportfishing Club Annual Club Competition

Get ready for another exciting season on the water with the Gold Coast Sportfishing Club Annual Club Competition for 2026/27! Whether you're chasing your next personal best, targeting your favourite species, or simply enjoying time on the water with fellow members, our annual competitions are a great way to test your skills, celebrate your catches, and share in the friendly club spirit.

This season features updated rules and new competition categories across three major events, giving every member more opportunities to get involved, compete, and win throughout the year.

For all submissions, photos must clearly display the fish on the NEW Official Liquor Legends brag mat, with the token "GCSCFC 26/27" visible. If you don’t have one, contact Jason 0414535792

Join us in celebrating the thrill of fishing and the camaraderie of our club as we embark on another unforgettable season on the Gold Coast waters!

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  • Running from 9 July to 30 June, anglers will compete to catch and submit 12 designated species both offshore and inshore in Queensland waters.

    Points are awarded based on the length of each fish, with opportunities to upgrade catches throughout the 2026/2027 year.

    Awards will be given to the highest-scoring male and female seniors, as well as juniors in both offshore and inshore categories.

  • Each month features a nominated target species, giving members a fresh challenge throughout the year. The angler who submits the largest eligible fish of the featured species will win a $100 tackle prize pack, proudly sponsored by Doug Burt Tackle World.

    With a different species each month, this competition encourages members to get out on the water regularly, try new fishing techniques, and enjoy some friendly competition while showcasing their best catches.

  • Not every great catch fits the monthly target species—and that's exactly what the Classic Catch of the Month is for! This competition celebrates those memorable fish that deserve recognition, giving members the opportunity to showcase the variety of species and fishing experiences our club is known for.

    Each month, members vote for their favourite catch during the club meeting, with the winning angler receiving a fantastic prize pack of fishing gear generously donated by Doug Burt's Tackle World. It's a great way to share your fishing stories, celebrate outstanding catches, and enjoy a little friendly competition with fellow club members.

Champion Anglers Competition FAQs

  • The period 01 July to 30 June shall hereafter be referred to as the “season”. All fish submitted must be caught during the season.

  • Offshore:

    • Champion Male Senior

    • Champion Female Senior

    • Champion Junior

    Inshore:

    • Champion Male Senior

    • Champion Female Senior

    • Champion Junior

    • Offshore boundary is defined as eastward of the Seaway Tower, North to the tip of Moreton Island, and South to the Tweed (NSW Border)

    • Eastward of the Jumpinpin bar

    • Eastward of Amity Point

    • Inshore Boundary is defined as West of the Seaway Tower, Jumpinpin Bar, and Amity Point up to the tip of Moreton Island.

    • For freshwater species (excluding Barramundi), draw a line inland from Maryborough and as far south as the NSW border. All rivers and impoundments are allowed.

Note:

  • Barramundi are to be caught within Queensland waters, including freshwater impoundments.

  • Any species of fish caught on private property will be ineligible.

  • All fish submitted can be of any sizebut only legal size kept

  • All fish submitted are to be caught within Queensland waters.

Points System Inshore/Offshore FAQs

  • The aim is to catch all 12 species allocated. 1 point is allocated per cm of each species submitted. You can submit any of the species at any time during the season. Once you submit a fish, you can then submit a larger one at any time during the remainder of the season. For example, if you catch a 62cm Flathead in June and submit that fish, but then catch one that measures 82cm in February, you can submit that fish and your points will be upgraded.

    You can submit fish and upgrade your catches as often as you like throughout the season. All fish submitted need to be photographed on a brag mat with the token “GCSCFC 24/25” clearly visible. The length of the fish must be clearly visible to be eligible. Where a specific token has been issued for a club-sanctioned competition, these fish may be entered under that token. The champion anglers will be declared as the angler who has the highest cumulative points over the course of the season.

  • Each species has been allocated a month and the largest fish of that species submitted for that month will be awarded a $100 voucher from one of our tackle store sponsors. Entries will be taken from the 1st of each month until the last day of the calendar month. Prizes will be presented at the next club night. All fish submitted need to be photographed on a brag mat with the token (example) “GCSCFC 24/25” clearly visible. The length of the fish must be clearly visible to be eligible. In the event of a tie, the fish submitted first (by calendar date) shall be declared the winner.

  • Entries for Classic Catch of the Month are for fish of any species that can be caught anywhere in the world and do not have to be on a brag mat. Simply submit your Classic Catch and the members will vote on the best capture at the club night. The winner will receive a $50 voucher from one of our tackle store sponsors.

The target species are as follows:

INSHORE 2025 - 2026:

  • July - Luderick

  • August - Tarpon

  • September - Flathead

  • October - Trevally

  • November - Bass

  • December - Whiting

  • January - Mangrove Jack

  • February - Barramundi

  • March - Tailor

  • April - Club Comp Time (3 Species)

  • May - Mulloway

  • June - Bream

OFFSHORE 2025 - 2026:

  • July - Cobia

  • August - Tuskfish/Parrot

  • September - Māori Cod

  • October - Snapper

  • November - Kingfish

  • December - Mahi Mahi

  • January - Marlin (150 points maximum)

  • February - Wahoo

  • March - Tuna

  • Apr. Club Comp Time (3 Mackerel species)

  • May - Mulloway

  • June - Pearl Perch

SUBMIT YOUR FISH HERE

Juniors target species are as follows:

INSHORE 2025 - 2026:

  • Whiting

  • Bream

  • Tailor

  • Flathead

  • Trevally

OFFSHORE 2025 - 2026:

  • Snapper

  • Mackerel

  • Tuna

  • Mahi Mahi

SUBMIT YOUR FISH HERE