Lord of the Snapper 2025 – Official Rules

Welcome to Victoria’s Biggest Winter Snapper Comp!
Whether you're fishing land-based or by boat, this is your shot at glory during the coldest months when the real lords rise.
Before you wet a line, make sure you’ve read and understood the rules below — no exceptions.

 

📍 Fishing Zone – Port Phillip & Westernport Only

This comp is strictly inshore only.

✅ You can only fish **within Port Phillip Bay and Westernport Bay**.
❌ Do **not** go past the heads at any time.
❌ Offshore fishing is not allowed.

If you're seen outside the designated area, others can report it.
Fishing outside the zone means your entry will be disqualified — no exceptions.

Stay inshore, fish fair, and keep it real.

✅ How to Enter a Catch

You must complete all of the following steps to have your fish count:

🧼 Brag Mat & Code Photo

- Only entries photographed on a Reedy’s Rigs 125cm brag mat will be accepted.
- The weekly verification code must be clearly visible on top of the fish.
- Codes are texted every Monday to all registered entrants.
- Didn't get the code? Contact us before fishing.
- Your photo must show:
• The entire fish
• The brag mat length
• The code clearly

📸 Mandatory Video Evidence

To confirm your fish was caught during the comp and that it was alive:

🎥 Video 1 – Fish Alive

- Film the fish alive — you can hold it, show it on the floor, or wherever it’s safe.
- Show the code clearly in the same clip

🎥 Video 2 – GPS Proof

- Show the fish on the mat with your GPS screen in the same clip
- Concerned about giving away your spot? Move location, then film
- We will not post your GPS video

⚠️ If the videos aren’t clear or don’t meet these requirements, your entry will not count

📲 Big Fish = Live Video Call

If your fish is a serious contender, call us for a live video verification (available 8am–9pm).

But first:
- Make sure both required videos are recorded
- Don’t call for small or average fish – only the big dogs

🧠 Key Rules You Must Know

- This is a serious comp with serious prizes.
- It’s your responsibility to prove your fish is legit.
- Countback System applies:
• If two fish are the same length, first verified entry wins
• The second fish drops to the next available prize
- If your footage is sus, you’re out. Simple as that.

⚠️ Disclaimer

By entering this competition, you:
- Accept full responsibility for your own safety and conduct
- Acknowledge that participation is at your own risk
- Agree to all rules as outlined above

If you’re not cool with that, please don’t enter.

 

🧍 Land-Based Entries Welcome

Land-based fishos are welcome.
Snapper don’t care if you’re on land or a boat — and neither do we.
This comp is open to everyone — and in winter, there are no experts.

🎉 Presentation Day – August

- Final event to crown The Snapper Lord
- Raffles, giveaways & sausage sizzle
- Venue and exact date TBA via Reedy’s Rigs socials

📡 Stay Connected

- Live updates will be posted on Facebook & Instagram
- Presentation venue and updates will be shared via socials

Got questions? Reach out before you fish.
Tight lines and good luck — may the real Lord of the Snapper rise this winter! 🎣