Friday Flash 21.08.2026

by | Aug 24, 2026 | Friday Flash

Friday 21.08.2026

Fishing Report

A reminder to those in the Winter Tuna Comp, prizegiving is next Saturday 29th August at 6.30pm.

Thanks to sponsors: The Stunned Mullet, OKUMA, BONZE Lures, Coastline Excavations, PJ Builders and Kitchen FX.

The Heaviest Tuna winner will receive $3,000, plus 20% of the entry pool and a sponsor prize pack, with cash prizes awarded through to 5th place. There are also prizes for the Heaviest Junior (U17) and Lady Angler Tuna, along with an optional $50 average weight sweepstake.

See you there!

NZSFC 2025-26 Awards
NZSFC have announced their Awards for the 2025-26 Season, these awards recognise the outstanding achievements of anglers who have demonstrated excellence, commitment, and sportsmanship throughout the season.

Exceptional catches and tagging accomplishments, each recipient has earned recognition among the best in New Zealand sport fishing. Their skill, passion, and dedication continue to set a high standard for the sport and inspire others to get involved.

Congratulations to Nicola Candy, Jason van Esch and Koby Maxwell on their outstanding achievements.

Saul Trophy – Most Tagged Game Fish
Nicola Candy – 16 Striped Marlin and 1 Broadbill

Fisherman of the Year – Heaviest Game Fish of the Season and
Jason van Esch – 384.9kg – Black Marlin

The Peter & Noeline Short Memorial Trophy – Most Tagged Billfish
Nicola Candy – 16 Striped Marlin and 1 Broadbill

The Old Man & the Sea Cup – Most Meritorious
Jason van Esch

The Top Junior Angler – Most Meritorious
Joint winner – Koby Maxwell

We look forward to seeing you at the Awards evening

Kitchen Menu Changes

From Tuesday 25th August, you will notice some subtle changes to our kitchen menu, including a variety of burgers, a few adjustments to some of your favourites, and the return of our popular hot mixed platters!

We’ve also refreshed our pricing structure to offer even better value across the menu.

Click NEW MENU HERE

Friday ‘Happy Hour’ 3.00pm to 5.30pm $7 Wines & $7 Beer Pints
• Complimentary snacks from 4.30- 5.00pm

Wednesday 19th August Roast Night Roast Lamb with Vege’s and Salad

Weekend Sport – Live at the Club!

We have had an additional skybox installed so now we are able to watch dual channels at the same time!
We are able to show rugby union and rugby league at the same time, look forward to seeing you here for a great night on Saturday

NPC Rugby- Round 4
Friday 21st August Hawkes Bay v Manawatu 7.10pm
Saturday 22nd August North Harbour v Auckland 5.35pm
Bay of Plenty v Taranaki 7.35pm

NRL: 3 rounds to go before the finals start!

Warriors v Rabbitohs Saturday 22 August 7.30pm

Just a reminder membership must be paid to eligible for the club draws and to get the members pricing!

Club Draw – $1000 #1947 Justin King N/C next week: $1100

3 Jug Draws $225 Liam, Charlie, Jill, Wayne

Guest Chook Chucker: Sarah Fussell – birthday girl yesterday
#155 Kim Almost!
# 2 Jack Beautiful throw and catch
# 46 Izzy Not a nice throw to your hubby!
# 70 Emika Youngest chicken catcher
# 63 Liam Double win tonight
#175 Robbie He’s almost caught up to Mary

Check out our fabulous new trophy cabinet in the photo below with the trophies polished and ready for Prizegiving 26th September following the AGM at 5pm.
Diary the date and come down and celebrate our angler’s successes. Those that are getting an award at prizegiving we would love to see you here.

Thanks again to Dimax Bespoke Interiors

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