Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival

22/09/2026

We are very happy to welcome Hanson Metal Roof Plumbing on board as a sponsor of our 30th Anniversary Festival.

Rather than us tell you about them, we thought we'd let owner Jake Hanson tell you a bit about Hanson Metal Roof Plumbing himself....

"We are a small family owned metal roofing business based locally, and take a lot of pride in the work we do. For us, it's always about quality over quantity. We don't believe in rushing jobs or cutting corners, and we aim to make sure every job is completed to a high standard. We work closely with our clients to make sure they get a roof that is not only built to last, but also something they can be proud of.

Being a local family business, supporting our community is important to us, and we wanted to sponsor this event as a way of giving back and supporting local families while helping create a great day for everyone."

When he's not working on roofs, you may just spot Jake out on the water - he's also a keen fisho himself! 🐟

A huge thank you to Jake & the team at Hanson Metal Roof Plumbing for getting behind our 30th Anniversary Festival 🎣💛

11/09/2026

🎣 OUR 2027 FISHING SHIRT IS HERE! 🎣

We’re so excited to reveal our 2027 Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival shirt!

A huge thank you to Undertow Saltwater Apparel for once again supporting our Festival and producing such a high quality fishing shirt for us. These shirts aren't just for Festival weekend, they’re made to keep you protected on the water and looking good for years to come.

We are incredibly grateful to all of the sponsors who have jumped on board for our 30th Anniversary Festival. Their support helps us make Putt Bennett the family fishing festival it is, and January is shaping up to be a great one!

2027 Fishing Shirts
Kids - $50
Adults - $65

Available in kids’ and men’s sizing. Ladies wanting a more fitted fit may prefer to size down. Please check the Undertow size guide before ordering.

Order online now to secure your preferred size for December collection👇

Fishing Shirt - https://square.link/u/xYAwuLnT
Website - https://puttbennettfamilyfishingfestival.square.site

01/09/2026

🎣 Welcome Luxe Bookkeeping & BAS Services 🎣

We’re very happy to welcome Luxe Bookkeeping and BAS Services on board as a sponsor of the 2027 Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival.

Owned and operated by Tiana Clouten, Luxe is a local business helping small businesses and tradies with their bookkeeping, payroll @ BAS needs.

Tiana and her family have been enjoying the Putt Bennett Festival for many years, with these photos going right back to 2014, so it’s especially great to now have Luxe Bookkeeping & BAS Services supporting the festival as a sponsor.

A huge thank you to Tiana and the Clouten Family for getting behind our 30th Anniversary Festival 🎣💛

27/08/2026

Great to see one of our fantastic Festival Sponsors, Darren Parker Mechanical, introducing the team behind the business.

Not only do they keep our community moving, you'll also spot a couple of these legends competing in the Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival each January! 🐟

Thanks for your continued support, Darren and the team, we are proud to have you on board. 🎣

2026 Team Update for DPM
Boss Mechanic (Far Right)
Head Mechanic
Apprentice Mechanic
Placement Mechanic

Small Business leading the way in quality workmanship.
Making sure the DPM name stays strong for years to come, by sharing years of knowledge and practical application with the right future.

Come say "Hi" to the team !!
Stop in for a chat about ALL your mechanical and fabrication requirements.
DPM is here !!
See ya soon

24/08/2026

A huge welcome back to Highgrove Bathrooms as a sponsor of our 30th Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival 🎣💛

Highgrove have come on board in a huge way for our 30th year, and we are incredibly grateful for their generous support.

What a great time to support them in return! 🙌 Check out their spend and save offer, on now until 1st September.

Pop in and see Rod and the team at Highgrove Bathrooms, 3/17 Isles Drive, North Boambee Valley.

23/08/2026

Proud to have Cardow & Partners Bellingen behind our festival once again 💛 A huge thank you for your ongoing support. We’re so grateful to have you with us again for our 30th year! 🎣

Cardow & Partners has been part of this community for over 45 years - and the Bellingen office has been at the heart of this town since 2007. We're not a franchise, not a city agency with a regional branch. We're a family owned and operated business, run by people who live here, love it here, and have a genuine stake in seeing this community thrive.

When you work with our team, you're working with people who know every street, every pocket and every buyer who has been quietly waiting for the right property to come up. That depth of local knowledge - built over decades of real relationships in this valley - is something you simply can't replicate.

Whether you're buying, selling or renting, we bring the same thing to every single interaction: honesty, care, and a commitment to getting it right for you.

This valley is our home. And helping people find their place in it is the work we're proud to do every day. 🏡

📞 Nathan Cardow | 0413 318 586
📞 Tennille Cardow | 0458 218 563
📞 Suzanne Atkinson | 0432 306 060
cardowpartners.com.au

14/08/2026

🎣 FIRST PRIZE SPOTLIGHT 🎣

Now this is a raffle prize! 👏

Our 1st Prize, valued at OVER $15,500, is a complete boat package ready to get you out on the water:

🚤 Sea Jay 350 Creek Masta HS
⚓ Suzuki DF15AL 15HP outboard
🛞 Dunbier trailer
✅ Registration
✅ Safety gear

An incredible prize and one very lucky winner will be taking the whole package home!

A huge thank you to North Coast Boating Centre, Sea Jay Boats, Suzuki Australia Marine and Dunbier Trailers for their support in helping us put together such an amazing first prize for the 30th Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival. 💛

🎟️ Raffle tickets are on sale now:
1 for $2.50 ~ 5 for $10 ~ 25 for $50 + a FREE festival hat

Available at North Beach Recreation & Bowling Club
Or buy online: https://puttbennettfamilyfishingfestival.square.site

The raffle will be drawn Sunday 10 January 2027 at our Festival presentation. You don’t need to be there to win.

Imagine this sitting in your driveway! 🎣🚤

11/08/2026

🎣 Second prize spotlight 🎣

How good would 3 nights away at Mylestom Cabins be? ☀️

Our second prize in the raffle, valued at $1,200, is a 3 night stay in self contained, riverside accommodation at Mylestom Cabins, right on the banks of the beautiful Bellinger River.

With the river at your doorstep, uncrowded beaches nearby and plenty of fishing, swimming and exploring to do, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing family getaway or a few quiet days away.

A huge thank you to Mylestom Cabins for once again supporting the Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival and donating this fantastic prize 💛

🎟️ Raffle tickets are on sale now:
1 for $2.50 ~ 5 for $10 ~ 25 for $50 + a free festival hat

Available at North Beach Recreation & Bowling Club
Or online https://puttbennettfamilyfishingfestival.square.site

You’ve got to be in it to win it! 🎣

07/08/2026

Can you see yourself cruising around our beautiful rivers in this? 🎣

For just $2.50, this fishing kayak could be yours!

A huge thank you to our long time sponsors MoTackle & Outdoors for generously donating our 3rd raffle prize.

Based right here in Coffs Harbour, MoTackle & Outdoors has everything you need for fishing, camping, boating & water sports. Pop in and check out their incredible range….just be warned, you might lose a few hours once you walk through the door 😄

🎟️ Raffle tickets are available from North Beach Recreation & Bowling Club or online.

🌐 Buy online https://puttbennettfamilyfishingfestival.square.site

📆 Drawn 10th January 2027 at our 30th Anniversary Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival.
You do not need to be present to win!