Version: 2026V01
Effective Date: June 2026
Organiser: Australian Fishing Tournaments Pty Ltd (AFT)

1. General

1.1 The Evans Head Fishing Classic (“Event”) is conducted by Australian Fishing Tournaments Pty Ltd (“AFT”, “Organiser”).

1.2 By submitting an entry, attending the Event, participating in any activity, or submitting any fish, image or material, each participant agrees to be bound by these Terms & Conditions (“Rules”).

1.3 These Rules apply to all participants, teams, skippers, crew members, juniors, cadets, guardians and persons entering or participating in the Event.

2. Entry, Application and Acceptance

2.1 Submission of an entry form and/or payment constitutes an application only and does not guarantee participation.

2.2 Participation is subject to approval by AFT. An entry is not accepted unless and until confirmation is issued by AFT.

2.3 AFT may accept or reject any application at its discretion, subject to applicable law.

2.4 AFT reserves the right, at its discretion, to:

• refuse any application;
• decline to approve an entry;
• cancel or revoke any accepted entry; or
• remove any participant from the Event.

2.5 This right may be exercised at any time for reasons including event management, safety, operational requirements, compliance, or the best interests of the Event and its stakeholders.

2.6 Any decision under this clause is an administrative participation decision and is not disciplinary in nature unless expressly stated.

2.7 To the extent permitted by law, AFT is not required to provide reasons for such decisions.

3. Fees and Refunds

3.1 Payment of entry fees does not create a right to participate.

3.2 If an application is not accepted, entry fees will be refunded subject to any disclosed administration fees.

3.3 If a participant withdraws prior to the published cut-off, a cancellation fee may apply.

3.4 No refund is guaranteed after the published cut-off or after the Event briefing unless determined otherwise by AFT or required by law.

3.5 If the Event is cancelled or materially altered, refunds or credits will be handled at AFT’s discretion, subject to applicable law.

4. Event Briefing, Identification and Tokens

4.1 Participants must comply with all briefing, identification and token requirements.

4.2 Where required, participation is conditional upon receipt of Event identification and official tokens.

4.3 Failure to comply with token or identification requirements may result in ineligibility for fish submissions, results or prizes.

5. Event Format

5.1 The Event is conducted as a catch and photograph / catch and measure competition unless otherwise specified.

5.2 Fish-based prizes are determined by the scoring criteria published for the Event.

5.3 Random draw prizes are conducted in accordance with published procedures.

6. Eligibility of Fish

6.1 All fish must be lawfully caught and comply with all fisheries regulations.

6.2 All fish must meet legal size requirements.

6.3 Fish must be submitted within the designated timeframes.

6.4 Each fish may only be counted once.

6.5 Fish entered into the Event must not be sold commercially.

7. Fish Photography Requirements

7.1 All fish must be photographed in accordance with Event requirements.

7.2 Unless otherwise specified, fish must:

• be photographed on the approved measuring device;
• display the required official token;
• be clearly visible for accurate measurement;
• be photographed in a compliant manner suitable for verification.

7.3 AFT may accept or reject any submission based on compliance with these requirements.

8. Fish Penalties

The following penalties apply to fish submissions:

8.1 Missing official token

• Fish disqualified.

8.2 Incorrect token displayed

• Fish is ineligible for relevant category results.

8.3 Creased measuring surface

• Minimum 10% length deduction, depending on severity.

8.4 Fish not positioned correctly against measuring line

• Deduction applied in 10 mm increments.

8.5 Incorrect photograph angle

• 5% length deduction.

8.6 Mouth open affecting measurement

• 5% length deduction.

8.7 Fish not captured live in required image

• Fish disqualified.

8.8 Incorrect measuring device used where required

• Fish disqualified.

8.9 Multiple compliance breaches in a single submission

• Fish disqualified.

8.10 Verification and decisions
AFT may verify all submissions and apply penalties or disqualification at its discretion.

9. Teams and Points

9.1 Team composition and eligibility will be determined by the Event Schedule.

9.2 Points are awarded based on the system published for the Event.

9.3 AFT may adjust scores and standings to correct errors or apply penalties.

10. Boundaries, Times and Schedule

10.1 Event boundaries, times and schedules will be published by AFT.

10.2 Participants must comply with all applicable zoning, closure and access rules.

10.3 AFT may alter boundaries or schedules at any time for operational or safety reasons.

11. Safety and Compliance

11.1 Participants are responsible for their own safety and compliance with all applicable laws.

11.2 All vessels must meet legal safety requirements.

11.3 Participants must follow directions of AFT officials.

11.4 AFT may inspect vessels, equipment and compliance at any time.

12. Conduct

12.1 Participants must act in a safe and respectful manner.

12.2 AFT may take action, including penalties or removal, for behaviour inconsistent with these Rules.

13. Prizes

13.1 Prize structure, categories and values will be published for the Event.

13.2 Winners must comply with prize claim requirements.

13.3 AFT may substitute prizes of equal or similar value.

13.4 AFT may withhold prizes where Rules are breached.

14. Event Changes and Cancellation

14.1 AFT may modify, postpone or cancel the Event or any part of it for any reason including safety, weather, operational or regulatory requirements.

14.2 Outcomes including refunds or credits will be determined by AFT subject to applicable law.

15. Liability

15.1 Participation in the Event involves inherent risks.

15.2 Participants enter and participate at their own risk.

15.3 To the extent permitted by law, AFT excludes liability for loss, damage or injury arising from participation.

15.4 Nothing in these Rules excludes rights that cannot be excluded under law.

16. Disputes

16.1 Any dispute must be submitted in accordance with Event procedures.

16.2 AFT will determine disputes at its discretion.

16.3 Decisions by AFT are final, subject to applicable law.

17. Privacy

17.1 AFT may collect and use personal information for Event administration.

17.2 Information may be shared with relevant parties where required.

17.3 Participants consent to such use of their information.

18. Media

18.1 Participants consent to the use of images, video and submitted content for Event, media and promotional purposes.

18.2 AFT may publish such material without further approval.

19. Rule Changes

19.1 AFT may amend these Rules at any time.

19.2 Changes take effect upon publication.

19.3 Participants agree to be bound by the Rules as amended.

20. Governing Law

20.1 These Rules are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.