CLUB RULES - VICTORIA
GENERAL RULES:
1.1 All Club members and Visitors must have a photo ID, valid fishing license, and fish according to the guidelines.
1.2 The release of carp will be allowed during official Club meetings only. (As per permit)
1.3 Club Competitions can consist of day or day-night competitions.
1.4 Competition times:
1.4.1 Day Competition times:
- Meeting and entries at 06h00; competition starts at 07h00 and ends at 15h00 (Times might be different during the winter months)
1.4.2 Overnight competition times:
- Same as Day competitions except that the competition will end at 12pm on Sunday. There will also be a weigh-in period of one hour between 15h00 – 16h00 during which anglers will not be allowed to fish or put any feed in the water.
1.5 Should weather conditions deteriorate to such an extent that normal angling is no longer possible or safe, e.g. lightning, the Officer in Charge (OIC) of the day in consultation with the anglers, may pause, shorten, or call the competition off. The Officer In Charge (OIC) must have an approved lightning meter before the commencement of the controlled competition. This lightning meter is an aid to the OIC to determine in time, if a thunderstorm or lightning may create a dangerous situation. Anglers who feel uncomfortable with any situation can stop fishing anytime without waiting for the OIC to signal.
These bad weather rules are in place for the safety of those in attendance, and anyone who disregards them may be disqualified and/or receive additional penalties.
If the circumstances are found to be dangerous, the IOC will immediately take one of the following three actions:
1.5.1 Temporary stoppage:
The OIC will give ONE long signal (12 seconds +) which will require the following actions:
The OIC will give TWO long signals (12 seconds +) with a 10-second break in between which will require the following actions:
1.5.3 Cancelled competition:
This will only happen in very rare cases
The OIC will give Four long signals (each 12 seconds +) with 5-second breaks in between
All anglers must then immediately remove their lines from the water, empty their Keepnets, and pack up if it is safe to do so.
Those who attended will receive 5 Ranking points.
1.6 Anglers attending the competition are not allowed to fish in the competition area within 48 hours before the start of a competition.
1.6.1 The competition area will be announced by the Officer in Charge (OIC), 2 days before the start of the competition.
1.6.2 It will remain the member's responsibility to ensure that he/she fully understands exactly where the competition area is.
1.7 Age categories are as follows:
1.7.1 Seniors: male anglers who turn 19 after 1 July and older.
1.7.2 Ladies: female anglers who turn 19 after 1 July and older
1.7.3 Juniors: male/ female anglers who will be 18 or younger by 30 June.
1.7.4 Mini-Juniors: male/ female anglers who will be 12 or younger by 30 June
1.7.5 Masters: male/ female anglers who will be 50 or older by 30 June. (This Category will only come into effect once we have enough members)
1.8 Visitors are welcome to participate in Club Competitions but are required to abide by all rules of the Club, venue, and any additional rules set by the OIC of the day. All visitors are required to pay the relevant venue fees for the day. Visitors do not contribute towards a pool fee and are hence not eligible to win the pool money. Visitors are however allowed to participate in the competition standings if it is their intention to join the club. Visitor standings/points can be accumulated for up to 2 months after which it will expire. A Visitor will be required to join the club after the 2nd visit within 12 months.
1.9 Anglers are only allowed to sit within the identified competition area. Numbers will be drawn before the start of the competition and will be used to determine the order of entry to the competition area or the angler’s allocated peg number. Anglers will not be allowed to move during competition except if there is a valid reason and agreed to by the OIC. The angler will be required to do a redraw from the available pegs, if any.
1.9.1 Order of entry:
This can be used for open or pegged venue competitions. The number you draw determines in which order anglers will drive off to their preferred spot. The angler who draws number 1 will drive off first followed by number 2 about 20 seconds later. Number 2 must first wait for No. 1 to park in his preferred spot before No. 2 can secure his. The person who draws the last peg will have to settle for what’s left and secure his / their spot last.
1.9.2 Pegged bank:
Participants will draw a number and sit at the corresponding peg. Families or participants who wish to sit together may be issued two adjacent pegs. Pegs will be placed a minimum of 20 meters apart.
1.10 An angler or the helper may wade to net a fish or to loosen snagged lines. However, in the process, the angler, or the helper, may not wade deeper than his/her hip and must stay on his/her feet at all times.
1.11 No angler except for mini-juniors may receive assistance with casting, striking, or playing a fish.
1.11.1 The person assisting the mini–juniors with casting must kneel on at least one knee and may not use a rod over 10 ft.
1.12 Anglers are required to tidy up at the end of each competition and leave the area in a condition better than what they found it, i.e. removing all litter, closing gates, etc.
1.13 Fires are allowed on condition that they comply with the state fire service’s rules and regulations.
1.13.1 No open fires are to be made unless they are off the ground in a purpose-built container and remain under constant supervision. No signs of a fire may be visible on departure.
1.14 Anglers are to obey any ad hoc instructions issued by the Officer in Charge (OIC) of the day. Ad hoc instructions must be agreed to by at least two Committee members and announced before the start of the competition.
1.15 Anglers are to obey the rules as set out by the owners of the facilities we use.
1.16 Anglers must have a valid fishing license and also adhere to all the associated angling rules except in the case of catch and release of carp for which we have permission during Bank Angler events.
1.17 Casting must be done from the natural bank or any other place behind the casting line as indicated by placing the pegs.
1.18 The club will from time to time use photos or videos of members for club-related purposes, including marketing and social media posts. If a member does not want to be included in such material then it is the member's responsibility to advise the club in writing.
2. TACKLE, BAIT AND FEEDING:
2.1 Anglers may not fish with more than two rods at any time. (Victoria fishing regulation)
2.1.1 Each rod in use must be placed horizontally on a purposely made Bank Angling fishing stand, pod, or banksticks.
2.2 Anglers are allowed to use a single hook Rietvlei rig, recognised Carp Specimen rigs as well as feeders and rigs used in Feeder fishing.
2.3 Hair rigs, bait bands, and super stops are allowed.
2.4 No beads allowed on the hook link.
2.5 Maximum hook link length is 30cm.
2.6 No floats, wagglers, or surface fishing
2.7 The use of back leads is allowed.
2.8 Bite alarms are allowed.
2.9 Only manual baiting is allowed which includes hand feeding and the use of throwing sticks, baiting spoons and all means where a rod is used including baitball launchers, rockets , and spombs. Note: The use of a catapult is not allowed in Victoria
2.10 Anglers are allowed to use a third rod to feed whilst fishing as long as there are no hooks attached.
2.11 The use of boats, canoes, drones, bait boats, fishfinders, or any other remote control devices is not allowed.
3. FISH LANDING AND HANDLING:
3.1 Fish can only be landed using a suitable fish-friendly landing net with no knots.
3.2 Fish may not be lifted through the air or onto the bank.
3.3 Anglers must use an unhooking mat / cradle or alternatively unhook the fish in the landing net without the net touching the ground.
3.4 Fish are to be kept in recognized and purposely made fish-friendly keepnets and carp sacks.
3.5 Keepnets must be identified by using a name tag that reflects the angler's name and the name of the club.
3.6 2 or more anglers are not allowed to share the same keepnet.
3.7 Landed fish must be placed in the keepnet before the angler can cast, reel in, strike or catch another fish.
3.8 Anglers must ensure that they have enough keepnets / carp sacks to safely accommodate the amount of fish they catch.
3.9 Maximum weight per keepnet is 25kg
3.10 It is a requirement that anglers handle fish with care. Bank Angler Angling Clubs strongly encourages catch and release and all-round conservation of all Fauna and Flora.
4. WEIGHABLE FISH:
4.1 Until further notice only Tench, Redfin Perch, Roach, Eels, varieties of Carp and Goldfish will be allowed as Weighable fish species. No other fish may be placed in the keepnet.
4.2 All fish in the keepnet will count towards the overall weight score.
4.3 Anglers are to remove their lines from the water as soon as the competition ends. Only fish already hooked before the signal sounds/ competition end may be kept and placed in the keepnet. An angler must land the fish within ten minutes after the end of the competition for it to be counted.
4.4 A fish hooked on any part of the body may be placed in the angler’s keepnet.
4.5 Should two anglers hook the same fish, the fish will be awarded to the angler whose hook is in the fish’s mouth. If both anglers’ hooks are in the fish’s mouth, then the fish will be released.
4.6 No dead Carp / Goldfish / Tench will be weighed.
5. WEIGHING OPERATIONS:
5.1 A moving scale and associated equipment will be used to weigh fish.
5.2 Weigh-in commences as soon as possible after the end of the competition.
5.3 If an angler needs to leave the competition before the competition is over, the angler must make arrangements with the Weighmaster to have the fish weighed.
5.4 In all weighing operations the scales must be identical, both in regards to the model and brand.
5.5 The weigh sling will be dampened before use and the scales zeroed using the damp sling.
5.6 Carp sacks / Keepnets must remain in the water until all the weigh-in equipment is set up.
5.7 Once the fish has been weighed the fish must be returned to the water, under the supervision of the Weighmaster.
5.8 No complaint regarding weight will be accepted after the weighing procedure is finished and the fish has been released.
6. SCORING:
6.1 Only paid-up members or members that have made prior financial arrangements will be awarded points towards the annual Club standings and awards. Members who have not paid their Membership fees (or made financial arrangements) will be deemed Visitors and scores will be forfeited after two months.
6.2 There are 2 different points awarded, Competition points and ranking points. Competition points determine your ranking for the club competition. The ranking point then gets allocated to the club’s annual leaderboard.
6.2.1 Competition Points
Qualifying fish will be weighed and competition points (calculated to the second decimal) awarded to the relevant angler, calculated as follows:
- Ten points per Carp, Goldfish, and Tench. One point per Eel, Roach, and Redfin.
- Ten points per kilogram for all fish caught.
The angler with the most points will be deemed the winner of the competition.
If two anglers score the same points the higher position will be awarded to the angler with the most fish. Should the number of fish also be the same, they will be awarded the same competition points and the next position will fall away.
6.2.2 Ranking Points
Ranking points are awarded as follows:
• The winner of the day is awarded 20 points
• The runner-up is awarded 18 points
• Third place is awarded 16 points and then one point less for each subsequent placing until 5 points where after all anglers that weighed fish for the day will receive 5 points.
Anglers who do not weigh in any fish will receive 2 points for attendance.
Anglers who attended a competition that was called off will receive 5 Ranking points. (see 1.5.3)
6.3 The combined total of an angler’s 8 best Ranking Points will be used to determine the Club Champion for the year.
6.4 The combined total of an angler’s 6 best Ranking Points will be used when considering an angler’s eligibility to be included in the State team. (More about this in the future)
7. CONDUCT:
7.1 Our number one priority is FISHING in an environment where anglers can participate and perform to the best of their ability.
7.2 Anglers are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner that is not harmful or offensive to other anglers, guests, the venue, or the environment. Members need to comply with the rules of the club and those of the competition venues. Any breaking of the rules, misconduct, or damage to property may be subject to disciplinary action and expulsion from the club at the discretion of the committee.
7.3 All noise, including music, is to be kept at a minimum.
7.4 Rowdy unacceptable behaviour or language in the vicinity of other anglers, especially children and family groups, will not be tolerated. The same will apply to our social media and website forums where everyone from the youngest to the oldest member must feel comfortable to ask questions, give answers, and participate in general discussions.
7.4.1 Please see the following link for a full list of our Facebook and Forum rules:
https://www.bankangler.com.au/facebook-group-rules-and-disclaimer.html
7.5 Serious misbehavior will also be reported to the relevant authorities.
7.6 Respectful handling of fish is also an important part of our club and sport. We will only allow or publish photos that reflect this value. No dirty, killed, bloody, badly held, or handled fish will therefore be on display and this will apply to forums and all other forms of media. This is after all the shop window of our sport. The following photos give an idea of what is acceptable and what is not.
In these photos, the fish look like they have been treated with care and presented in a clean respectful manner.
1.1 All Club members and Visitors must have a photo ID, valid fishing license, and fish according to the guidelines.
1.2 The release of carp will be allowed during official Club meetings only. (As per permit)
1.3 Club Competitions can consist of day or day-night competitions.
1.4 Competition times:
1.4.1 Day Competition times:
- Meeting and entries at 06h00; competition starts at 07h00 and ends at 15h00 (Times might be different during the winter months)
1.4.2 Overnight competition times:
- Same as Day competitions except that the competition will end at 12pm on Sunday. There will also be a weigh-in period of one hour between 15h00 – 16h00 during which anglers will not be allowed to fish or put any feed in the water.
1.5 Should weather conditions deteriorate to such an extent that normal angling is no longer possible or safe, e.g. lightning, the Officer in Charge (OIC) of the day in consultation with the anglers, may pause, shorten, or call the competition off. The Officer In Charge (OIC) must have an approved lightning meter before the commencement of the controlled competition. This lightning meter is an aid to the OIC to determine in time, if a thunderstorm or lightning may create a dangerous situation. Anglers who feel uncomfortable with any situation can stop fishing anytime without waiting for the OIC to signal.
These bad weather rules are in place for the safety of those in attendance, and anyone who disregards them may be disqualified and/or receive additional penalties.
If the circumstances are found to be dangerous, the IOC will immediately take one of the following three actions:
1.5.1 Temporary stoppage:
The OIC will give ONE long signal (12 seconds +) which will require the following actions:
- Anglers who are busy playing a fish will have until the second signal to land and place the fish in the keepnet.
- The time between the first and second signals (12 seconds +) will not be more than 5 minutes.
- Anglers who are not busy playing a fish can if they want to, make use of this time to immediately and quickly remove their lines from the water and preferably lay all rods on the ground (or at least horizontally) after which you must take shelter at least 7 meter away from your fishing setup.
- The 7 meters does not indicate a safe distance and only serves to assist officials.
- After the second signal no one will be allowed to handle any fishing gear or fish and must remain in a safe place away from their fishing setup.
- A third signal of 12 + seconds will indicate that fishing can resume.
The OIC will give TWO long signals (12 seconds +) with a 10-second break in between which will require the following actions:
- Anglers who are not busy playing a fish must then immediately stand back at least 7 meters.
- Anglers who are busy playing a fish will have until the second signal to land and place the fish in the keepnet.
- The time between the first and second signals (12 seconds +) will not be more than 5 minutes.
- After the second signal, all anglers must immediately then remove their lines from the water and no more fish may be placed in the keep net.
- Weigh-in will then commence as normal.
1.5.3 Cancelled competition:
This will only happen in very rare cases
The OIC will give Four long signals (each 12 seconds +) with 5-second breaks in between
All anglers must then immediately remove their lines from the water, empty their Keepnets, and pack up if it is safe to do so.
Those who attended will receive 5 Ranking points.
1.6 Anglers attending the competition are not allowed to fish in the competition area within 48 hours before the start of a competition.
1.6.1 The competition area will be announced by the Officer in Charge (OIC), 2 days before the start of the competition.
1.6.2 It will remain the member's responsibility to ensure that he/she fully understands exactly where the competition area is.
1.7 Age categories are as follows:
1.7.1 Seniors: male anglers who turn 19 after 1 July and older.
1.7.2 Ladies: female anglers who turn 19 after 1 July and older
1.7.3 Juniors: male/ female anglers who will be 18 or younger by 30 June.
1.7.4 Mini-Juniors: male/ female anglers who will be 12 or younger by 30 June
1.7.5 Masters: male/ female anglers who will be 50 or older by 30 June. (This Category will only come into effect once we have enough members)
1.8 Visitors are welcome to participate in Club Competitions but are required to abide by all rules of the Club, venue, and any additional rules set by the OIC of the day. All visitors are required to pay the relevant venue fees for the day. Visitors do not contribute towards a pool fee and are hence not eligible to win the pool money. Visitors are however allowed to participate in the competition standings if it is their intention to join the club. Visitor standings/points can be accumulated for up to 2 months after which it will expire. A Visitor will be required to join the club after the 2nd visit within 12 months.
1.9 Anglers are only allowed to sit within the identified competition area. Numbers will be drawn before the start of the competition and will be used to determine the order of entry to the competition area or the angler’s allocated peg number. Anglers will not be allowed to move during competition except if there is a valid reason and agreed to by the OIC. The angler will be required to do a redraw from the available pegs, if any.
1.9.1 Order of entry:
This can be used for open or pegged venue competitions. The number you draw determines in which order anglers will drive off to their preferred spot. The angler who draws number 1 will drive off first followed by number 2 about 20 seconds later. Number 2 must first wait for No. 1 to park in his preferred spot before No. 2 can secure his. The person who draws the last peg will have to settle for what’s left and secure his / their spot last.
1.9.2 Pegged bank:
Participants will draw a number and sit at the corresponding peg. Families or participants who wish to sit together may be issued two adjacent pegs. Pegs will be placed a minimum of 20 meters apart.
1.10 An angler or the helper may wade to net a fish or to loosen snagged lines. However, in the process, the angler, or the helper, may not wade deeper than his/her hip and must stay on his/her feet at all times.
1.11 No angler except for mini-juniors may receive assistance with casting, striking, or playing a fish.
1.11.1 The person assisting the mini–juniors with casting must kneel on at least one knee and may not use a rod over 10 ft.
1.12 Anglers are required to tidy up at the end of each competition and leave the area in a condition better than what they found it, i.e. removing all litter, closing gates, etc.
1.13 Fires are allowed on condition that they comply with the state fire service’s rules and regulations.
1.13.1 No open fires are to be made unless they are off the ground in a purpose-built container and remain under constant supervision. No signs of a fire may be visible on departure.
1.14 Anglers are to obey any ad hoc instructions issued by the Officer in Charge (OIC) of the day. Ad hoc instructions must be agreed to by at least two Committee members and announced before the start of the competition.
1.15 Anglers are to obey the rules as set out by the owners of the facilities we use.
1.16 Anglers must have a valid fishing license and also adhere to all the associated angling rules except in the case of catch and release of carp for which we have permission during Bank Angler events.
1.17 Casting must be done from the natural bank or any other place behind the casting line as indicated by placing the pegs.
1.18 The club will from time to time use photos or videos of members for club-related purposes, including marketing and social media posts. If a member does not want to be included in such material then it is the member's responsibility to advise the club in writing.
2. TACKLE, BAIT AND FEEDING:
2.1 Anglers may not fish with more than two rods at any time. (Victoria fishing regulation)
2.1.1 Each rod in use must be placed horizontally on a purposely made Bank Angling fishing stand, pod, or banksticks.
2.2 Anglers are allowed to use a single hook Rietvlei rig, recognised Carp Specimen rigs as well as feeders and rigs used in Feeder fishing.
2.3 Hair rigs, bait bands, and super stops are allowed.
2.4 No beads allowed on the hook link.
2.5 Maximum hook link length is 30cm.
2.6 No floats, wagglers, or surface fishing
2.7 The use of back leads is allowed.
2.8 Bite alarms are allowed.
2.9 Only manual baiting is allowed which includes hand feeding and the use of throwing sticks, baiting spoons and all means where a rod is used including baitball launchers, rockets , and spombs. Note: The use of a catapult is not allowed in Victoria
2.10 Anglers are allowed to use a third rod to feed whilst fishing as long as there are no hooks attached.
2.11 The use of boats, canoes, drones, bait boats, fishfinders, or any other remote control devices is not allowed.
3. FISH LANDING AND HANDLING:
3.1 Fish can only be landed using a suitable fish-friendly landing net with no knots.
3.2 Fish may not be lifted through the air or onto the bank.
3.3 Anglers must use an unhooking mat / cradle or alternatively unhook the fish in the landing net without the net touching the ground.
3.4 Fish are to be kept in recognized and purposely made fish-friendly keepnets and carp sacks.
3.5 Keepnets must be identified by using a name tag that reflects the angler's name and the name of the club.
3.6 2 or more anglers are not allowed to share the same keepnet.
3.7 Landed fish must be placed in the keepnet before the angler can cast, reel in, strike or catch another fish.
3.8 Anglers must ensure that they have enough keepnets / carp sacks to safely accommodate the amount of fish they catch.
3.9 Maximum weight per keepnet is 25kg
3.10 It is a requirement that anglers handle fish with care. Bank Angler Angling Clubs strongly encourages catch and release and all-round conservation of all Fauna and Flora.
4. WEIGHABLE FISH:
4.1 Until further notice only Tench, Redfin Perch, Roach, Eels, varieties of Carp and Goldfish will be allowed as Weighable fish species. No other fish may be placed in the keepnet.
4.2 All fish in the keepnet will count towards the overall weight score.
4.3 Anglers are to remove their lines from the water as soon as the competition ends. Only fish already hooked before the signal sounds/ competition end may be kept and placed in the keepnet. An angler must land the fish within ten minutes after the end of the competition for it to be counted.
4.4 A fish hooked on any part of the body may be placed in the angler’s keepnet.
4.5 Should two anglers hook the same fish, the fish will be awarded to the angler whose hook is in the fish’s mouth. If both anglers’ hooks are in the fish’s mouth, then the fish will be released.
4.6 No dead Carp / Goldfish / Tench will be weighed.
5. WEIGHING OPERATIONS:
5.1 A moving scale and associated equipment will be used to weigh fish.
5.2 Weigh-in commences as soon as possible after the end of the competition.
5.3 If an angler needs to leave the competition before the competition is over, the angler must make arrangements with the Weighmaster to have the fish weighed.
5.4 In all weighing operations the scales must be identical, both in regards to the model and brand.
5.5 The weigh sling will be dampened before use and the scales zeroed using the damp sling.
5.6 Carp sacks / Keepnets must remain in the water until all the weigh-in equipment is set up.
5.7 Once the fish has been weighed the fish must be returned to the water, under the supervision of the Weighmaster.
5.8 No complaint regarding weight will be accepted after the weighing procedure is finished and the fish has been released.
6. SCORING:
6.1 Only paid-up members or members that have made prior financial arrangements will be awarded points towards the annual Club standings and awards. Members who have not paid their Membership fees (or made financial arrangements) will be deemed Visitors and scores will be forfeited after two months.
6.2 There are 2 different points awarded, Competition points and ranking points. Competition points determine your ranking for the club competition. The ranking point then gets allocated to the club’s annual leaderboard.
6.2.1 Competition Points
Qualifying fish will be weighed and competition points (calculated to the second decimal) awarded to the relevant angler, calculated as follows:
- Ten points per Carp, Goldfish, and Tench. One point per Eel, Roach, and Redfin.
- Ten points per kilogram for all fish caught.
The angler with the most points will be deemed the winner of the competition.
If two anglers score the same points the higher position will be awarded to the angler with the most fish. Should the number of fish also be the same, they will be awarded the same competition points and the next position will fall away.
6.2.2 Ranking Points
Ranking points are awarded as follows:
• The winner of the day is awarded 20 points
• The runner-up is awarded 18 points
• Third place is awarded 16 points and then one point less for each subsequent placing until 5 points where after all anglers that weighed fish for the day will receive 5 points.
Anglers who do not weigh in any fish will receive 2 points for attendance.
Anglers who attended a competition that was called off will receive 5 Ranking points. (see 1.5.3)
6.3 The combined total of an angler’s 8 best Ranking Points will be used to determine the Club Champion for the year.
6.4 The combined total of an angler’s 6 best Ranking Points will be used when considering an angler’s eligibility to be included in the State team. (More about this in the future)
7. CONDUCT:
7.1 Our number one priority is FISHING in an environment where anglers can participate and perform to the best of their ability.
7.2 Anglers are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner that is not harmful or offensive to other anglers, guests, the venue, or the environment. Members need to comply with the rules of the club and those of the competition venues. Any breaking of the rules, misconduct, or damage to property may be subject to disciplinary action and expulsion from the club at the discretion of the committee.
7.3 All noise, including music, is to be kept at a minimum.
7.4 Rowdy unacceptable behaviour or language in the vicinity of other anglers, especially children and family groups, will not be tolerated. The same will apply to our social media and website forums where everyone from the youngest to the oldest member must feel comfortable to ask questions, give answers, and participate in general discussions.
7.4.1 Please see the following link for a full list of our Facebook and Forum rules:
https://www.bankangler.com.au/facebook-group-rules-and-disclaimer.html
7.5 Serious misbehavior will also be reported to the relevant authorities.
7.6 Respectful handling of fish is also an important part of our club and sport. We will only allow or publish photos that reflect this value. No dirty, killed, bloody, badly held, or handled fish will therefore be on display and this will apply to forums and all other forms of media. This is after all the shop window of our sport. The following photos give an idea of what is acceptable and what is not.
In these photos, the fish look like they have been treated with care and presented in a clean respectful manner.
These are examples of what will not be allowed:
8. REGISTERING A RECORD:
8.1 Only fish caught during an event hosted or controlled by a Bank Angler Club or Bank Angler Australia will be eligible to be recognized as a record.
8.2 The weigh-in must be witnessed by the angler, a committee member and at least one other member. Their details and signatures must also be recorder on the Record Application form. The same form can be used for State and National records. The Angler will receive an Official Record Conformation.
8.3 Ensuring the record is recorded remain the responsibility of the Angler.
9. MARKETING BY BUSINESSES AND GROUPS:
No person, business or group or any of its employees, associates or members are allowed to directly or indirectly market, trade or promote any service, event, activity, product or social media platform without the written consent of Bank Angler Australia. These privileges will most likely only be reserved for Businesses and Groups we associate with and whose intentions are to add value for our members or assist us in achieving our goals.
10. DISPUTE /ISSUE RESOLUTION:
10.1 If you witness another Angler not keeping to the rules, inform a Committee Member at the Fishing Venue so that the matter can be brought to the Angler’s attention through a polite conversation and resolved at the Fishing Venue.
10.2 Any matters that are not resolved at the Fishing Venue should be submitted in writing (addressed to the BAAC - Vic Committee and e-mailed to the Committee Chairman). The Committee will then discuss these matters, find a solution and respond back to the person whom submitted the matter in writing. The Committee’s decision is final and the issue will be viewed as resolved once the Committee has responded in writing. No issues will be discussed or addressed telephonically and Committee Members should not be called regarding any issues.
11. DISCLAIMER:
11.1 It is clearly understood and accepted that any person or persons participating or attending events or competitions do so at their own sole risk and any such person shall not claim against or hold liable the club, the committee or any official or servant or other persons appointed by or acting on behalf of the said organisers or in connection with the contest for any injuries or loss suffered by himself or herself or any other person to by any act, omission or negligence on the part of the committee or any other sponsors or official servants as aforesaid.
11.2 Competitors and other attendants shall indemnify the Club, Committee or other sponsors and the official servants and the other persons aforesaid against the claim by any other entrant or person whosoever or howsoever arising.
11.3 The organizers may at any time before the commencement or during the Contest, refuse to accept and/or reject entry without assigning any reason thereof and without being in any way whatsoever liable to any person whatsoever for so doing.
8.1 Only fish caught during an event hosted or controlled by a Bank Angler Club or Bank Angler Australia will be eligible to be recognized as a record.
8.2 The weigh-in must be witnessed by the angler, a committee member and at least one other member. Their details and signatures must also be recorder on the Record Application form. The same form can be used for State and National records. The Angler will receive an Official Record Conformation.
8.3 Ensuring the record is recorded remain the responsibility of the Angler.
9. MARKETING BY BUSINESSES AND GROUPS:
No person, business or group or any of its employees, associates or members are allowed to directly or indirectly market, trade or promote any service, event, activity, product or social media platform without the written consent of Bank Angler Australia. These privileges will most likely only be reserved for Businesses and Groups we associate with and whose intentions are to add value for our members or assist us in achieving our goals.
10. DISPUTE /ISSUE RESOLUTION:
10.1 If you witness another Angler not keeping to the rules, inform a Committee Member at the Fishing Venue so that the matter can be brought to the Angler’s attention through a polite conversation and resolved at the Fishing Venue.
10.2 Any matters that are not resolved at the Fishing Venue should be submitted in writing (addressed to the BAAC - Vic Committee and e-mailed to the Committee Chairman). The Committee will then discuss these matters, find a solution and respond back to the person whom submitted the matter in writing. The Committee’s decision is final and the issue will be viewed as resolved once the Committee has responded in writing. No issues will be discussed or addressed telephonically and Committee Members should not be called regarding any issues.
11. DISCLAIMER:
11.1 It is clearly understood and accepted that any person or persons participating or attending events or competitions do so at their own sole risk and any such person shall not claim against or hold liable the club, the committee or any official or servant or other persons appointed by or acting on behalf of the said organisers or in connection with the contest for any injuries or loss suffered by himself or herself or any other person to by any act, omission or negligence on the part of the committee or any other sponsors or official servants as aforesaid.
11.2 Competitors and other attendants shall indemnify the Club, Committee or other sponsors and the official servants and the other persons aforesaid against the claim by any other entrant or person whosoever or howsoever arising.
11.3 The organizers may at any time before the commencement or during the Contest, refuse to accept and/or reject entry without assigning any reason thereof and without being in any way whatsoever liable to any person whatsoever for so doing.