67 Results for author: Jill Trickey

Angling Competition 16th & 17th March 2024

With only light winds blowing throughout the weekend, the 11th Rhyll-Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) angling competition for the 2023/2024 season, held over the 16th and 17th of March, was a great success.  Anglers donned hats and sunscreen, venturing around the waters of Phillip Island in search of some worthy catches.  At the close of ... More

Angling Competition 2nd & 3rd March 2024

Yarr matey! Success and celebration for anglers The weather forecast leading up to the 10th Rhyll-Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) angling competition, held on the 2nd and 3rd of March, left many anglers unsure and onshore.  Despite a bit of a challenge from the winds, anglers across each category showcased exceptional talent and determination... More

Angling Competition 17th & 18th February

Rhyll Phillip Island Angling Club Celebrates New Club Record and a Successful Fishing Competition This past weekend, the Rhyll Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) hosted its eagerly anticipated 9th angling competition, marking another vibrant chapter in the 2023/2024 season. The event, held on the 17th and 18th of February, saw anglers of all ages come ... More

Angling Competition 3rd & 4th February 2024

The Rhyll-Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) held its 8th angling competition for 2023/2024 season over a perfect weekend on the 3rd and 4th of February.  Anglers made an early start on Saturday, and the Rhyll boat ramp’s car park was filled just after daybreak.  The club’s female anglers also had the opportunity to take advantage of the good ... More

Angling Competition 21st & 22nd January 2024

The Rhyll-Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) resumed their 2023/2024 angling competition, with the 7th competition for the season held over the weekend of the 20th and 21st of January.  With a forecast promising stable weather, Saturday proved to be the best day for anglers.  Indeed, many enjoyed the summer weather, and the Rhyll boat ramp’s ... More

Angling Competition 9th & 10th December 2023

‘Twas the Comp Before Christmas: RPIAC’s Holiday Angling Adventure ‘Twas the comp before Christmas, when all through the bay, not a fish was stirring, not even a wrasse. The lines were hung in the rod racks with care, in hopes that a snapper or whiting would be there. The 6th Rhyll-Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) competition of the 2023/2024 ... More

Angling Competition 25th & 26th November 2023

Anglers Shine in Lacklustre Weather, with Impressive Catches Across Categories This past weekend, the 25th and 26th of November, the Rhyll Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) hosted its 5th angling competition for the 2023/2024 season.  The event was not only a testament to the anglers’ skills and sportsmanship but also a celebration of the ... More

Angling Competition 11th & 12th November 2023

The Rhyll Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) hosted its latest angling competition, turning the 11th and 12th of November into a showcase of skill, community spirit, and some truly spectacular fish tales. The anglers faced a mixed bag of weather, starting calm before daylight with winds picking up on both Saturday and Sunday. Of course, catching eluded ... More

Angling Competition 28th & 29th October 2023

The Rhyll-Phillip Island Angling Club (RPIAC) welcomed members to the club rooms for the 3rd fishing competition of the 2023/2024 season, held over the 28th and 29th of October.  The weekend was marked not just by the thrill of the catch but also by a significant celebration.  Alongside the spirited angling competition for the 2023/2024 season, ... More

Fishing Competition 14th & 15th October 2023

The Rhyll-Phillip Island Angling Club’s (RPIAC) second angling competition for the 2023/2024 season was held over the weekend of the 14th and 15th of October.  Battling suboptimal conditions, valiant anglers faced off against rough and windy weather, which stretched their skills and patience. But as the old angler’s adage goes, a challenge thrown ... More