🏖️ EVANS HEAD FISHING CLASSIC – DAY 5 ADULT RESULTS
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Day 5 at the Evans Head Fishing Classic brought the kind of vibe you get pulling into a coastal town after a long drive: scenic, chill on the surface, but full of unexpected excitement. And much like Australia’s favourite holiday destinations, every angler came with their own style—some cool and collected, some wild and memorable, but all unforgettable.
PJ White channelled Byron Bay energy in the AJ-Sambo category—laid-back but always in control—topping the list with an 889mm beauty. Ethan Donnelly and Kobe Miller weren’t far behind, rolling in like Lennox Heads locals with 822mm and 804mm, ready to turn heads but never too loud about it.
Over in blackfish, Ray Palmer gave off Eden vibes—steady, seasoned, and right on the mark with a 448mm fish. Brendon Palmer (432mm) and Bernard Richter (414mm) followed closely, delivering classic south coast consistency.
Natalee Reynolds brought the Noosa charm in bream-tarwhine with a 430mm catch—graceful, measured, and elegant. Miller Scully (423mm) and Bernard Richter (408mm) filled out the podium, more like Burleigh Heads regulars—stylish with plenty of substance.
Dart was pure Airlie Beach action—chaotic, fast, and full of fireworks. Tom McCall smashed the field with a 450mm effort, while Alexander Klassen (426mm) and Patrick Ryan (420mm) weren’t far behind in the party zone.
The flathead division was dominated by Carl North, who dropped a 916mm beast with Fraser Island toughness—remote, raw, and powerful. Adam Little (885mm) and Caleb Doran (870mm) chased him like campers racing for the best sandbank spot.
Hayden Simpson won Judges’ Choice with a 730mm giant herring, a performance worthy of Exmouth—far out, unpredictable, and loaded with trophy potential. Peter Watts (stargazer – 531mm) and Amy Donaldson (arrowsquid – 313mm) brought in quirky, niche catches you’d expect from a Bruny Island fishing adventure.
When it came to King-Cobia, it was all Hamilton Island luxury fishing. Scott Coventry delivered a jaw-dropping 1490mm slab that turned heads faster than a reef charter boat. Ethan Donnelly (1114mm) and Bob Miller (1028mm) weren’t just playing—they were deep-dropping with intent.
The mulloway leaderboard looked like Yamba at sunset—reliable, picturesque, and quietly elite. Wesley Jeffery led the way with a 1255mm monster, with DJ McKenna (1210mm) and Daniel Outerbridge (1210mm) locking in a tied runner-up finish.
Kobe Miller claimed the pearl perch win with a 571mm catch, showing up like a Port Stephens charter pro. Christopher Rayner (565mm) and Scott Carriage (541mm) played the supporting cast like mates cruising for kingies on the headlands.
Snapper was Coffs Harbour on a glassy morning—big fish and big pressure. Troy Robson led the pack with 861mm, followed closely by Troy Dixon (860mm) and Dillon Owen (840mm)—that’s a triple treat more stacked than the Big Banana’s ice cream.
In the tailor division, Ryan Kernaghan brought Narooma power with a 577mm greenback, showing grit and local know-how. Mark Bonnor (570mm) and Peter Watts (481mm) kept things spicy like a holiday beachside BBQ that went from quiet to chaos when the fish turned on.
The trag trio came in like a classic Forster trip—consistent results, strong fights, and lots of story potential. Callin Loy took the win with a 754mm fish, while Adam Little (667mm) and Michael Roberts (640mm) locked in well-earned places.
And wrapping up the day was whiting, where Alexander Klassen landed a 421mm catch worthy of Merimbula—clean water, smart technique. Bernard Richter (412mm) and Ty Parkinson (400mm) stayed close, rounding out a leaderboard tighter than parking at a summer caravan park.
Just like the best Aussie holiday spots, Day 5 delivered a bit of everything—relaxation, adventure, surprise, and more than a few “you had to be there” moments. With the weekend closing in and momentum building, the only question is: who’s bringing it home like a UHF antenna on a bush-bashing Hilux?