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Beach and Boat Fishing Competition

The Century Batteries Beach and Boat 2015 is taking place on the 20th and 21st of February at the Marsden Cove Marina in the Whangarei Harbour.

We've collected a lot of feedback from those that attended the 2014 comp, so we could make 2015 an even better time for everybody. Below is a list of some of the things we're committed to improving:

  • More Seating for Prize Giving
  • More Space for Anglers and Visitors
  • Better Sound and Visibility at Prize Giving
  • A Shorter, More Entertaining Prize Giving
  • A Restructured, Better Prize List
  • Cleaner Toilets and Bins
  • A Better Organised Campground
  • A Better Food Selection

We've also introduced some changes to ticket prices to benefit the super-committed fishers who attend the Beach and Boat every year. You can read about the changes here.

Pricing Changes

This year, ticket prices are being released in preset tiers. We've chosen this structure to benefit the fishers who have been very committed to coming every year. Once a tier sells out, the next tier's price kicks in, so you'll need to get in early to get your tickets cheap! The current ticket price is listed on the register page.

Tier Price
Tier 1 (sold out) $119
Tier 2 (sold out) $129
Tier 3 $159

Junior tickets are $29, and this year juniors get a t-shirt, cap and a mystery prize.

Tickets

Fishing tickets are issued either at the senior or junior level. Senior fishers are then split between beach, boat and kayak categories. Junior beach and boat fishers are combined.

Tickets must be on your person before you can start fishing. If you have already received your tickets in the mail, you do not need to come in to the event office to register - you can start fishing at 5:00am Friday, and come into collect your Beach and Boat pack later.

This year, tickets are limited to 2000 entrants.

Day Passes

Day passes are required if you do not wish to fish, but would like to attend prizegiving. Day passes are $10 when purchased with a fishing ticket, or $30 without.

Under 10s do not require a day pass to attend the prizegiving.

Refunds/Transfers

There are no refunds on ticket purchases, sorry. However, you may transfer a ticket to another person. Either use the contact form or email on the contact page to send through your details, and the details of the person you'd like to transfer the ticket to. You MUST start the transfer before midday on Thursday 19 February 2015.