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National Gone Fishing Day – Port Albert

Featured, Community Event, Nature & Outdoors


Port Albert Mechanics Institute Hall, 20 Victoria St, Port Albert VIC 3971, Australia
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Sunday Oct 18 from 10:00am, to 2:00pm




The Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA) is excited to bring the National Gone Fishing Day to Port Albert in 2026. We've got a fun, community-focused event that celebrates fishing, marine education, local businesses, and the unique lifestyle of Port Albert.

What’s Happening on the Day

• Mini Fishing Expo at the Port Albert Hall

• Q&A Fishing Panel • Guest Speakers (Jet Worsteling from iFISH TV, Peter Ferguson from Fishing with Fergy, Matt Stephenson from Fishcare Vic)

• Marine Safety Refresh Sessions (Coastguard)

• Children’s Jetty Fishing Experience (Fishcare Victoria)

• Free Community BBQ

• Events at the Maritime Museum

• Town-Wide Promotional Fish Menu.

Full event details and what's happening in and around Port Albert is available on the website. www.portalbert.vic.au/event-details/national-gone-fishing-day-port-albert This event is funded by the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA), and co-ordinated by the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA)

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