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60th Tournament Entry

60th Anniversary Cairns Black Marlin Tournament Entry

21 – 26 September 2026

To celebrate this historic milestone, The Cairns Professional Game
Fishing Association Inc. will host a four day anniversary tournament and related events. 

  • Dates: 21-26 September 2026
  • Location: Cairns
  • Fishing Area: between the southern end of #6 Ribbon Reef and the southern end of Jenny Louise Shoal Reef.
  • Early Bird Entry Fee: through 1 July AUD$3,600 (includes up to 4 anglers, 3 crew) GST is included.
  • Entry Fee: after 1st July AUD$4,000
*Please enter all anglers and crew (up to 4 anglers and 3 crew), as this information will determine event ticket numbers. If you do not have name available please input all members of your team including unknown names as angler 3, crew 2 etc.

Information & Downloads:

01.

Tournament Brochure

Tournament brochure outlining event schedule, rules, trophies and the Cairns marlin fishery history. With thanks to our valued sponsors.

02.

Tournament Rules

Leader must be in hand at time of release. Only non-offset circle hooks may be used for ALL bait. Omnidirectional sonar will not be allowed… (more)

03.

Code of Conduct

All anglers shall abide by the CPGFA Code of Practice and ethical angling.