18-21 October 2012. WAGFA sanctioned tournament.
Briefing - 18 October 2012, 6pm.
Fishing - 19-20 October 2012, 8am-6pm.
Fishing - 21 October 2012, 8am-5pm.
Presentation - 21 October 2012, 7pm.
Download the Billfish Bonanza 2012 Flyer.
10-12 August 2012. WAGFA sanctioned tournament.
Fishing 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6kg line classes only.
Sections
1. HPS Gamefish other than Billfish or Shark on 1kg line
2. HPS Gamefish other than Billfish or Shark on 2kg line
3. HPS Gamefish other than Billfish or Shark on 3kg line
4. HPS Gamefish other than Billfish or Shark on 4kg line
5. HPS [...]
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