Services

WEIGH-IN:

Please have your numbered tag ready when weighing in fish so your catch can be noted against your entry number. You must have your numbered tag to weigh your fish in. Please respect the (at times) stressful job of weigh masters and their assistants, and be patient and courteous. Make sure you are aware of weigh-in closing times, those not in the queue at those times will miss out on weighing their fish.

There will be two weigh stations, one at our venue at Marsden Cove Marina, (see Map C), and another at the Whangarei Deep Sea Anglers Club, Tutukaka. (see Map A).

All weighed in fish will be sold to tournament sponsors Salty Dog with funds raised going to local Coastguard.

Map C - Masden Cove Marina
Map C

RADIO COMMUNICATIONS:

The Whangarei Volunteer Coastguard have provided channel VHF 16 for distress calls.
Trip reports and broad range talk is VHF 64.
General talk from boat to boat is VHF 6.
Tournament organiser’s strongly recommend that all vessels carry a VHF radio or mobile phone.

FUEL AND OIL:

G.A.S provides petrol and diesel at Marsden Cove Marina (see Map C) on the water at the floating fuel dock, and is also available at land based pumps located adjacent to the launching ramp. Payment can be made by eftpos, Mastercard and Visa Card (PIN number is required).

MARINA BERTHS / LAUNCHING AND PARKING:

Our official tournament boat ramp is at Marsden Cove Marina (see Map C) which has 4m deep low tide launching. Please follow instructions from Beach & Boat crew members who will be there to assist with speed of launching. There are ample parking facilities.
There are other boat ramps in the near vicinity as marked on Map C and many more in the northern boundaries.
Marsden Cove Marina has berths available for contestants at a special tournament rate. Contact the marina office ph: 09 432 7740 or email marsdencove@xtra.co.nz.
The Beach & Boat will be providing 24hr security for boats and trailers at the marina.

Shuttle Service / pro drives service

The Carters Beach and Boat Fishing Competition does not want you to drink and drive. Local schools (fundraising) will provide a shuttle and pro-drive service so you have no excuse. Charges are very reasonable.

You can pre-book or phone for the shuttle service to collect you from your accommodation on: (021) 02701710.

CHARTER BOATS:

For your safety and protection please ensure if chartering a vessel for this tournament, that the boat is a certified charter vessel licensed to take passengers.

TIDE TIMES:

Thursday 25 Feb		Friday 26 Feb		Saturday 27 Feb
HIGH TIDE		HIGH TIDE		HIGH TIDE
0346	1606	0451	1713	0552	1817

MONEY EXCHANGE:

EFTPOS will be available on-site. Special "Tournament Money" will be the only currency used at our venue (i.e.; for food, refreshments, bait, the ice and tackle station). This will be available at the EFTPOS/cash exchange station beside the marquee. No refunds.

ACCOMMODATION:

There are motels, B&B's, holiday houses and camp grounds available in the Bream Bay area. Our main accommodation point is the beautiful beachfront Ruakaka Motor Camp. As with last year, a special Beach & Boat rate applies:

$10 per person/per night for non-powered sites (size 8m x 8m) and $12 per person/per night for powered sites (first in first serve) applies. Children under 15 years are $5 per night. Metered showers, kitchen facilities, laundry, playground and a tennis court are all available. There are ample parking facilities for boats and trailers. Beach access can be gained by foot from the campground and there is a nearby entrance onto the beach for vehicles.

To make your campsite booking phone Ruakaka Motor Camp (09)432 7590.

Ruakaka Motor Camp

BAIT, ICE AND TACKLE:

Marsden Cove Marina has an outlet that will open special Tournament hours to provide bait, ice and fishing supplies.

FIRST AID:

If there is an emergency alert the nearest Beach & Boat crew member for assistance, or if at sea alert Coastguard on VHF Channel 16, or follow normal emergency procedures for at sea. All Tournament crew members will be wearing clearly marked t-shirts.

SECURITY:

Security and safety patrols will operate 24hrs at our venue, the Marsden Cove Marina. If you require any help please contact a Tournament crew member or security.

CATERING:

Gourmet Shuttle will once again be back to take care of all your eating requirements. Marsden Cove Marina also boasts the new Waterline Cafe where you can enjoy a meal while watching the boats arrive.