First Fleet Fishing

Now the dust has settled from the 2nd annual First Fleet Fishing Cook Off. I just want to say a big thank you to our sponsors in
OceanBlue Boats (Vince Cassaniti)
Hang Loose Electrical (Brad Keats
(James Booth)
If any of you guys need anything regarding what these guys do with their business’s, please hit them up and use them! They are absolute legends.

And a big thank you to all the boys that took part and traveled from far and wide. Had the big sads after the comp that I have to wait another year to do it all again and see you lads. Damn I’m glad we chased that glass out weather! It just turned it on for us both days and many fish were caught and some quality as well. Can’t wait to do it all over again. For the guys that couldn’t make it because we chased the weather late notice and they had already committed to plans to go further north. We missed the s**t out of you guys being there! And it would have been even better with those few there.
Untill next year let’s go again bigger and better boys!

Over the last 2.5 years, our jigs have been doing the damage all along the north east coast of Australia. Tried, tested and proven to work, especially when the fishing is slow. With strong terminal tackle such as split rings, solid, rings and assists hooks made in the BKK factory. A jig that has a soft flutter and really gets the attention of fish even if they aren’t feeding. If you’re thinking of restocking, have a look at our bundles and save big.
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Buy any rod and get a huge 40% off all jigs and lures with the code: 40offlures

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Well how good is this! Our 3rd sponsor has just signed on for the First Fleet Fishing Cook Off Invitational comp! Welcome aboard OceanBlue Boats. I personally have used OBB several times here in cairns with my boat and have been insanely happy with how Vince dealt with me and the speed at which he did it. I asked Vince to do a little write up for me about his business and what they offer. Ps check out the sick little video below in their sick custom plate boat they just made!

OceanBlue Boats is a Cairns based destination for custom plate boats and marine services.
Our expert team is dedicated to creating personalised vessels that embody your unique style and deliver unparalleled performance, prioritize quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, ensuring that your boating experience is truly exceptional.

Experience peace of mind with our comprehensive marine services.
From boat modifications to SeaDek installations, handrail, to electric mount fit-ups, console upgrades to canopy installations, and custom trailers. We keep your boat in pristine condition, enabling you to focus on the joys
of being out on the water. Can’t wait to get up to Cooktown in October and have a blast with all involved!

Visit our website at https://www.oceanblueboats.com.au/

Explore our stunning gallery of custom plate boats and discover the endless possibilities that await you.
With OceanBlue Boats, your boating dreams become a reality. Let us take you on a journey of adventure and create memories that will last a lifetime.

How’s this cracker Spano off the top on the 100g gang green popper getting the bites all morning on this lure.
Right now buy any rod get 40% all jigs and lures!
At checkout out in the Code: 40offlures
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Second Sponsor signed for the First Fleet Fishing Cooktown Cook Off invitational!!
Already double the amount of sponsors as of last comp!
Asked Brad to do a write up about his business and this is what he had to say.

Hi my name is Brad Keats and I’m the owner of Hang Loose Electrical. We provide a high quality of maintenance, service, repairs and new installations across commercial, residential and marine. We specialise in residential jobs not limited to but including new builds, renovations and fit outs. Throughout the last few years we have taken on an influx of jobs throughout the boating industry and are a big partner of MarineWorks in Scarborough, installing a broad variety of marine apparatus such as sounders, stereo systems, trim tabs, electric anchor systems, battery banks, solar systems etc. We do everything from full fit outs to minor servicing and provide a premium service to a large range of clients.
We are based in North Brisbane but have teams servicing from the Gold Coast to the Sunshine Coast.
Im Bloody keen to come up and wet a line this year for the 2023 Cook Off and get on it with the boys! Fish on

.jake Banging a cricket score of healthy little barra over the weekend on the Slow Roll 6”6 10-17lb.
Purchase via our website or in stores near you.


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Righto guys! We got our first sponsor and it’s one of the lads that came last year and had that much fun he’s going round again and jumping on board as a sponsor and this is the write up he gave me for you guys!
His contact number is 0400049213

“Hi, I’m James Booth, I’m a metal fabricator based In Mareeba FNQ primarily doing stainless steel and aluminium fabrication jobs such as Ute trays and canopies, toolbox’s, tanks, trailer tops, trailers, exhausts, intake pipes, boats, boat modifications and so on.
Keen to see last year’s crew again, also meet some new like minded people who are also as obsessed with fishing as everyone else involved in the comp. Coming from around the state to meet in Cooktown for a weekend of banter, few beverages and the fishing as well I guess.”

with nothing but praise for the Slow roll and really putting the Slow Roll 6”6 10-17lb to the test on this $1.20 jewy. Great fish mate and keep slaying it up there!

making short work of another meter plus fish on the Slow Roll 6”6 10-17lb . The lad just loves his barra!
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A cracker dollar plus salty on the Slow Roll 6”6 10-17lb. Good to see the rods are getting thrashed up in the NT on some great fish. Keep them coming and good luck in the Barra Nats!
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