Media Centre
Everything the press, bloggers and influencers need to cover Australia’s biggest family fishing event.
The Flathead Classic
One of Australia’s longest-running fishing tournaments, now in its 31st year. Each September, over 250+ teams descend on Southport to compete for more than $500,000 in prizes—boats, cash, custom team gear and more.
Key Dates & Location
When: Tuesday 30 Sep – Friday 3 Oct 2025
Where: Northern Pavilion, Marine Parade & North Street, Southport QLD
Event Facts & Figures
750 ANGLERS
$40K COMPETITOR PRIZES
305 TEAMS
$50K+ BOAT PRIZES
$100K+ RANDOM DRAWS
5000+ SPECTATORS OVER 4 DAYS
$250K TEAM BAGS & SHIRTS
3000+ EMAIL SUBSCRIBERS
$16k SOCIAL FOLLOWERS
We’re using Canva to make it easier than ever for our sponsors to access and customise their media assets.
All official event graphics, social media templates, and promotional materials are available via editable Canva templates — so you can add your logo, tweak the messaging, and share your involvement with ease.
Sponsor Media Assets
Media Gallery
Our official event photo gallery is now available via Dropbox. Sponsors and participants can view and download high-resolution images for use across social media, websites, and marketing materials.
Simply click the download link below, browse the folders, and hit "Download" on any image you’d like to save.
Need help or custom image sizes? Email our media team at media@gcsfc.com.au, and we’ll be happy to assist!
Latest Press Releases
Event Contacts
Event Manager & Infrastructure Enquiries
Lacey Events
Nicole & Ian Lacey
nicole@laceyevents.com.au
0408 686 474
Media & Marketing Enquiries
Kadee Folker
Media & Marketing Manager
media@gcsfc.com.au
0404 982 235
Gold Coast Sportfishing Club Representative
Danny Sands
President
president@gcsfc.com.au
0439 654 734