Frequently Asked Questions

Can I enter on the weekend?
Yes. Entries are taken from 12noon till 10pm on the Friday, the day before the competition and 6am till 10am sharp on the Saturday morning of the competition. Entries are taken at the Mulwala Football ground.

Are the event numbers limited? No.

What is the Junior Age?
To enter the junior section children must be 15years old or younger on the Saturday of the event.

Can I pay online?
No. This is the day and age of electronic banking but for event staff to track who has paid and for who is impossible.

Do you have credit card facilities?
No. Unfortunately not at this stage but it is something we are working on for the future.

Can you use bait?
Yes. As long as it conforms to what is legal according to NSW Fisheries rules and regulations. Live bait such as Fish and Frogs are illegal.

What type of licence do I need?
Lake Mulwala is governed by NSW fishing rules and regulations; therefore you need a NSW fishing licence.

Can I get a licence at the comp?
Yes. To save time though it is recommended that you purchase on before you get to the event.

Do I need a boat?
No. You can fish from the shore but be aware of where you are fishing in relation to where the measuring stations are located.

Do I have to have a live well for my fish?
No. Live well’s are not compulsory but it is recommended that you have something available if you are going to transport a fish to a measuring station. I.e.: large aerated tub or esky, at very least a damp towel or hessian cloth. Fish that are weighed in that do not swim away in good condition will not be entered into the competition.

What type of boat licence do I need?
As per you car licence, as long as you have got a legal Australian boating licence you are fine.

Will there be enough water?
The lake will always have enough water in it during December to run the Cod Classic. This is the case as the lake is used as a water storage facility to supply irrigation water downstream through the Murray River, Mulwala canal and Yarrawonga channels. The lake needs a minimum head pressure supply to do this and that is also enough to make the lake very fishable.

Fishing Sections, Fishing Times, Boundaries, Entry Fees, Entitlements and Rules & Regulations – can all be found by looking through the entry form.