1000 fishos enter City of Palmerston barra catch and release competition

ONE thousand Top End fishos have entered the CIty of Palmerston’s recreational catch and release barramundi competition

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ONE thousand Top End fishos have entered the CIty of Palmerston’s recreational catch and release barramundi competition.

So far, 44 barramundi have been caught and released at Marlow Lagoon, Durack Lakes and Sanctuary Lakes.

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Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell said the competition had already successfully created

an active community and given families a fun and engaging outdoor activity.

“It is fantastic to see so many families spending quality time together and enjoying our beautiful lakes here in Palmerston,” Ms Pascoe-Bell said.

The competition runs until June 30, 2021 and is open to all ages.

There are multiple ways to win, including a monthly and bi-monthly draw for tagged and non-tagged fish.

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September winners Ayden Puckett, Brian Moore, Manap Lay, and Ryan Jackson were awarded received a gift voucher of their choice to spend at a local Palmerston business.

Multiple winners opted to shop at BCF (Boating Camping Fishing) Palmerston, eager to buy further fishing supplies.

To register for Hooked on Palmerston, visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au.

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