For the fifth year running Pirtek Fluid Systems are hosting Australia’s biggest national fishing competition and it’s open to everyone in each State and Territory across the country.
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The aim of the Fishing Challenge is to raise funds and awareness for Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA). Stephen Dutton, Group General Manager of Pirtek Fluid Systems Pty Ltd commented, “We had a fantastic event in 2012 with over 6500 anglers fishing on the one day and allowing us to hand over to PCFA a cheque for $130,000. This year we’re aiming for 9000 competitors and $180,000.”
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“For 2013 there’s over $145,000 in cash and prizes and I urge fishos young and old to become involved. Everyone at Pirtek wishes all competitors good luck and a great day out on Sunday, March 24.”
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MAJOR SUPPORT FROM EVINRUDE, LOWRANCE, BERKLEY, ROMAN CAMPING, BCF, OCEAN KAYAK and BLA CONTINUES
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In this tough economic climate we are delighted to yet again have the support of associate sponsors Evinrude, Lowrance, Berkley, Roman Camping, BCF, Ocean Kayak and BLA names synonymous with the highest quality boating, fishing, outdoor and marine electronics equipment.
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STILL ONLY $20 TO ENTER
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Every $20 entry fee goes directly to Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. Once again we will send out a limited edition cap and brag mat to every competitor. To register for the event simply log on to www.pirtekfishingchallenge.com.au.
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The competition will be held on Sunday, 24 March, 2013 between the hours of 6.00 am and 6.00 pm.
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New for 2013 the target species for each category will be revealed on the website Saturday, 2 March to give anglers plenty of time to plan their fishing trip. Angler numbers and a repeat list of the target species will be available after 6.00 pm on Saturday, 23 March.
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All competitors need to do is catch their State’s target species, photograph the fish on the Pirtek brag mat along with their registered angler number and send the photo to the website. The idea is to catch, measure, photograph and release the fish.
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There are 20 target species nationally with fantastic prize packs for first, second, third and fourth if you catch the longest fish in your category. Junior anglers (under 16) won’t miss out either with prizes for first and second for each target species.
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MYSTERY LENGTH
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Returning for 2013, a $4000 cash prize will be awarded for each target species in ACT/NSW, NT, QLD, VIC, Northern WA and the Murray Darling Basin for the fish closest to the ‘Mystery Length’.
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New for 2013, and to give our angling mates even more to fish for there will be two target species in SA, TAS and Southern WA with a $2000 cash prize for the mystery length in each category.
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The Mystery Length for each species will be determined prior the event and not disclosed until the winners are announced.
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WIN BIG JUST FOR ENTERING
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Every registered competitor will go into the On The Water prize draw to win one of five great prizes.
1. Evinrude E-tec 75hp outboard engine. RRP $13,138.
2. Ocean Kayak Prowler Ultra 4.3 with combo fish finder; vest and paddle. RRP $4,400.
3. Lowrance HDS-8m Gen2 Multifunction Chartplotter. RRP $2,299.00.
4. Berkley tackle pack. RRP $2000.
5. Roman Camping pack. RRP $2000
6. $1800 BCF spending spree gift voucher.
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FISH THE CHALLENGE WITH ET AND GUESTY
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ET’s back for another year and once again anglers will have the chance to ‘Fish the Challenge’ on Lake Macquarie with Andrew and Michael Guest. They may also star in an episode of ‘Escape with ET’. Flights, transfers and accommodation are included in the prize.
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Pirtek Brand Champion, Michael Guest, commented “I have been very proud and excited to watch the growth of the Fishing Challenge. The fact it is affordable and the whole family can participate makes it a unique competition.
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“My sincere thanks to Pirtek, Evinrude, Berkley, Lowrance, Roman Camping, BCF, Ocean Kayak and BLA for their continued support and enthusiasm. It is their commitment and generosity which allows us to grow the competition and our contribution to the PCFA.”
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“Let’s fight a fish to fight prostate cancer.”
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http://www.pirtek.com.au
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Authorised by ACT TP 12/04783; ACT TP12/04784; NSW LTPS /12/10357; SA T12/2455; VIC 12/3187
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