GRAND FINAL

Get ready for the ultimate inshore fishing challenge with the Wilson Elite Flathead Series, proudly hosted by the Gold Coast Sportfishing Club and powered by Track My Fish Tournament Edition.

ABOUT THE SERIES:

This 4-round series will test skill, strategy, and consistency, with anglers chasing the mighty Dusky Flathead across the Gold Coast waterways. Teams of 2–3 will compete across three qualifying rounds, with the top 31 teams progressing to the Grand Final showdown.

GRAND FINAL DETAILS:

Date: Saturday, 13th September 2025
Fishing Time: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Submission Deadline: 3:15 PM sharp via the Track My Fish (TMF) Tournament App
Location: Gold Coast (set boundaries)

Event Day Schedule:

6:00 PM Day Prior – Event Briefing (via text & GCSFC Facebook update)

• Digital token revealed

• Last-minute reminders

• Weather and safety confirmation

6:30 AM – Lines In

• Official start time for fishing

• Teams may begin submitting fish through the Track My Fish App

11:00 AM - Scores Go Dark

Throughout the Day

• Scoreboard live via the TMF App until 11:00 AM

• TMF staff are monitoring and verifying submissions

3:00 PM – Lines Out

• All fishing must stop

3:15 PM – Submission Cut-off

• All photos of catches must be submitted via the TMF App by this time

• No late entries will be accepted

3:45 PM Disputes Cut-off

4:15 PM – Live Presentation at the GCSFC Clubhouse

• We encourage all teams to attend. There will be a BBQ and Drinks Available.

Boundaries:

Fishing is permitted between the Nerang River Highway Bridge and the Power Lines on Russell Island.
Fishing outside these boundaries = instant disqualification if proven.

Team & Entry Info:

• Teams of 2 or 3 anglers

• Mixed teams welcome – Male, Female, Juniors (under 16)

• Entry Fees:

  • $95 – Senior Member

  • $105 – Senior Non-Member

  • $50 – Junior Member

  • $60 - Junior Non-Member

Discounted entry for financial members of the Gold Coast Sportfishing Club, this will be checked on registration.
Entries close WEDNESDAY, 10th Sep Midnight.

Measuring & Submitting Fish:

• All fish must be measured on a brag mat, photographed from above in landscape mode, and submitted via the TMF App.

• Place the mouth of the fish firmly at the zero mark on your brag mat, with the fish lying flat and straight for an accurate measurement.

• Each fish photo must clearly show the event token, which is provided at the briefing.

• Round down to the nearest whole centimetre (e.g. 40.5 cm = 40 cm).

• No dead, gilled, or gutted fish allowed.

• Fish must be released immediately after measurement.

Grand Final Qualification:

The top 30 teams across Rounds 1–3 (based on cumulative total) will qualify for the Grand Final on Saturday, 13th September 2025. Declined invitations will roll down the leaderboard until 30 teams are confirmed.

Important Rules Recap:

• All anglers must adhere to MSQ rules and regulations

• Lure casting or fly casting ONLY

• Trolling is permitted

• One rod in use per angler at all times

• No fishing in marinas, private or no-fishing zones

• Follow all maritime safety and speed zone rules

• Keep it courteous – respect your fellow anglers

• Rule disputes must be raised with the Gamesmaster immediately after the tournament.

Have questions? Please speak with our friendly Committee officials before kick-off.
The Club reserves the right to refuse entry based on past conduct at previous events.

Tournament Contact - Inshore Gamesmaster

Jason Swain - 0414 535 792