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Thursday 9th February 2012
Author:Roughy Rod
Blue Ring Demise

With much chest beating the captain last year confidently annouced that next year will be the year that his much coverted boat will again see the water. Alass my captain yet another year has passed and the your beloved boat has more holes than a jamacan voodoo doll. Perhaps 2013 wil be the year!

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Arghhh, The weather has not been kind to the efforts of HMAS Pandora if the world was coming to an end and we needed a vessel it could be done...but It wont at this stage....It has progressed though

Posted by Captain Blue Ring, 13/02/2012 8:26:12 am

Category: News
Tuesday 20th December 2011
Author:Ronny Reuters OBE (MP)
Mangrove's Christmas Catch

Mangrove Mike has just landed his biggest ever flattie at beautiful Manning Point.
The 4.2 kilo, 84 cm beast was caught on 6lb braid, 8 lb leader and the king of plastics, the Squidgy Pro 70mm Evil Minnow Flick bait. An 8 minute battle where multiple attempts at netting failed, Captain Kevin, got the lizard in the net just in time. Mangrove

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How much did that cost you at the co-op??

Posted by Roughy Rod, 09/02/2012 3:41:07 pm

Thursday 1st December 2011
Author:Mangrove Mike - 2010 Champion
Do you eat Tinned Tuna?

I've just come across this great, updated, article  Sarah Wilson on tinned tuna http://www.sarahwilson.com.au/2010/04/which-tinned-tuna-should-i-buy/ . Interesting reading!

Also if you have any interest in sustainable seafood then you

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Hey Mangrove, Very interesting article by Sarah, wish I could catch tuna. Fishin'

Posted by Fishing Phil, 13/12/2011 7:10:05 pm

Category: News
Friday 16th September 2011
Author:Ronny Reuters OBE (MP)
Who do you follow?

Legendary Manning Point Fishing Classic competitor and 2010 Champion, Mangrove Mike has been on Twitter now for quite a while. His technology stories and witty ditties have the Twitterassi in a lather but his latest follower shows his true international and polical clout.

Australian Prime Minister (currently) Julia Gillard has obviously

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So what is the past tense of twitter?? Did Julia twat you?? Even though you are forefront of technology, the English language is still a long way behind.

Posted by Fishing Phil, 13/12/2011 7:04:53 pm

Wednesday 30th March 2011
Author:Ronny Reuters OBE (MP)
Farewell Stingray

It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear friend and long term Manning Point Fishing Classic Competitor, Stingray (Tony)  Smithy.

Unable to get to this year's classic due to his illness, after a short battle with mesothelioma, Stingray passed away on Saturday 26th of March.

Our thoughts are with Tony's

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this is really lovely, he always looked forward to spending this time with his fishing mates.

Posted by Sinead, 09/08/2011 6:05:57 pm

Sinead, Your Dad was a great mate. Thanks for your comment. We'll never forget him - his name will be enshrined in our Trophy forever.

Posted by Ronny Reuters OBE (MP), 01/09/2011 11:34:16 am

Category: News
Monday 28th March 2011
Author:Ronny Reuters OBE (MP)
Manning Point Fishing Classic - Day 2 - The Winners

Haka Jo and Mr Mahi Mahi were up and at it at dawn - seasoned competitors were concerned by this action but thankfully they didn't catch much.

Rain persisted for most of the day and it was with some relief that the bell rang at 1pm and the competitors were called in for the reckoning.

Fishin Phil smashed all comers and took out

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Monday 28th March 2011
Author:Ronny Reuters OBE (MP)
Manning Point Fishing Classic Day 1 Wrap - Super Saturday

Day 1 started slowly due to the late night tactic discussions despite Mangrove offering to drive everyone in a bus to the local polling booth. It was refused but he still drove the bus.
Voting was EXTREMELY slow despite the returning officer having done the task "for forty years" - she was reliving every moment of those forty

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Monday 28th March 2011
Author:Ronny Reuters OBE (MP)
Manning Point Fishing Classic - Day 0

Friday, Day 0, is the day of preparation. Secret spots were investigated, gentle fluids were consumed and Manning Point Bowling Club was put under pressure.

Mangrove, Ganghook and Fishin hit the water early and waited for the others to turn up at Manning Point. Throughout the day they straggled in, seasoned pros like Bigjig, Tsunami

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I'm so glad I found my solution oinlne.

Posted by Adele, 30/08/2011 10:07:18 pm

Sunday 27th March 2011
Author:Ronny Reuters OBE (MP)
Fishin Phil crowned Point Fishing Classic Champion

Fishin Phil has taken out the 2011 Manning Point Fishing Classic with consistent catches of flatties over the weekend. More details to follow.

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Sunday 27th March 2011
Author:Ronny Reuters OBE (MP)
Manning Point Fishing Classic Live Update
Fisherman: Flathead Fill Checkout what I just caught. Mud crab for lunch! ... more

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Tasted great with some chilli sauce and spring onions.... much appreciated by CO Home Base.

Posted by Flathead Fill, 28/03/2011 10:51:35 am


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