Record Turnout and Remarkable Results at the 2025 Fitzroy River Barra Bash
Monday 3rd November 2025
The 2025 Fitzroy River Barra Bash has cemented its reputation as Central Queensland’s premier fishing event, delivering another record-setting weekend on the mighty Fitzroy. Across three thrilling days, competitors landed 764 barramundi measuring an astonishing 597.1 metres in total, including 273 fish over one metre. Adding to the excitement, anglers also reeled in 111 king threadfin salmon spanning 98.7 metres, once again proving the Fitzroy River’s status as one of Australia’s top barramundi fisheries.
This year’s event brought together anglers from across the country, all drawn to Rockhampton’s net-free zone for a shot at some of the biggest fish in the nation and a share of impressive prize pools.
2025 Fitzroy River Barra Bash Winners
- Biggest Threadfin Salmon: Darrin Macfarlane (MMT) – 134 cm
- Most Metres Threadfin Salmon: MMT (Judd Crompton & Darrin Macfarlane) – 942 cm
- Biggest Barramundi: Matthew Zahl (Fish Goop) – 131 cm
- Most Metres Barramundi: Panic Stations (Shane Compain & Terry Ryan) – 3,415 cm
Frenchville Sports Club CEO Damien Massingham said the Barra Bash continues to deliver for both competitors and the wider community.
“Each year the Barra Bash grows stronger. More anglers, more metres of fish, and more energy on the water. The Fitzroy’s reputation as a world-class fishery is undeniable, and it’s fantastic to see so many visitors experiencing what our region has to offer.”
The event’s success was made possible thanks to the support of the competitions many proud of sponsors Together, they helped showcase the best of the Capricorn Region, from its pristine waterways to its vibrant hospitality and community spirit.
As the 2025 event wraps up, attention already turns to 2026, with planning underway for another unforgettable year of competition, camaraderie, and world-class fishing on the Fitzroy. The 2026 Fitzroy River Barra Bash will be held from 18th to 21st October 2026
A big thank you to our sponsors and local businesses who help make this event possible year after year: Frenchville Sports Club Ltd, Anaconda Stores, Aula Energy, Barra Jacks Rockhampton, Bluefin Sports, Diageo, Garmin, Humminbird, Rockhampton Regional Council, Elise Carrick, Secret Spot Tackle World Yeppoon, XXXX, Bidfood Australia, Coca-Cola, FishTec Solutions, Livingstone Shire Council, Brown and Hurley, Central Queensland Today, Edge Rods by Gary Loomis, EJ TODD, Fish Goop, Morrison CQ Agencies, Plumb Plus, TJM Rockhampton, Venom Australia, Zerek Innovation, Zonca Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Bates Fishing Co, Berkley Fishing, BLA lifestyle, Capricorn Enterprise, Daiwa Australia, Guided Fishing DownUnder, Horizon Aluminium Boats, Icey Tek, Johnson's 4WD, Mad Dog Productions, Matai Sports, Minn Kota, O.S.P. Rapala, Samaki, SHIMANO Australia Fishing, Spotters Sunglasses, Tonic Eyewear, Yamaha Marine, YMF & YMI.
