About Us

Welcome to the Sunshine Coast Game Fishing Club – Where Tradition Meets Adventure

For over 40 years, the Sunshine Coast Game Fishing Club (SCGFC) has been at the heart of Australian game fishing. Built on tradition, camaraderie and a passion for the ocean, we’re proud to be recognised as Australia’s most successful Tag and Release Game Fishing Club.

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or casting a line for the first time, SCGFC offers unmatched opportunities to learn, compete and connect. Our community includes Life Members, conservation representatives and anglers from IGFA, GFAA and QGFA plus travelling fishers from across Australia and abroad. When you join SCGFC, you’re not just joining a club you’re joining a family

Why Join SCGFC?

  • Education & Mentorship – New members are encouraged to fish alongside experienced skippers, accelerating their skills and confidence on the water.
  • Strong Junior Program – Many of our juniors have achieved state and national records thanks to the guidance of passionate members

Kids Tagged on Fishing Our Signature Junior Tournament

Proudly funded by the Queensland Government, Kids Tagged on Fishing is a free 3-day event designed to introduce young anglers to the thrill of tag and release game fishing. We welcome kids from all fishing clubs and from the wider community to take part.

This exciting event includes:

  • Two fun and informative training nights, covering tagging, safety and tackle preparation
  • One action-packed day on the water aboard club boats with experienced crews

It’s not just a tournament – it’s an unforgettable experience that ignites a lifelong passion for game fishing.

The February Classic A World-Class Game Fishing Challenge

Based out of our clubhouse on the picturesque Mooloolaba Harbour, the February Classic launches competitors into the idyllic offshore waters of the Sunshine Coast renowned as one of Australia’s premier game fishing destinations.

This world-class event caters for skippers in both Under 7.5m and Over 7.5m boat divisions, making it accessible to trailer boats and large vessels alike. Designed to test the skill of skippers, crews and anglers, the Classic delivers exciting competition across both light and heavy tackle categories.

SCGFC proudly promotes billfish conservation, encouraging the tag and release of all billfish species. Whether you’re chasing podium glory or simply the rush of the strike, this is an event not to be missed.

We meet on the first Tuesday of every month at the Kawana Waters Hotel, where trips are planned, stories shared, and friendships forged.

If you’re ready to be part of a club that fishes hard, laughs hard and supports each other both on and off the water, SCGFC is waiting for you.

Join us today and become part of Australia’s most respected game fishing legacy.