The inaugural Waipipi Fishing Contest was a well-attended occasion yesterday with competitors coming from as far as New Plymouth to compete on the beach near Waverley.
The Dickie family opened their gated property to host the competition and Will Dickie said it was a spectacular day.
"I think everyone has really enjoyed themselves and the sponsors have been incredibly generous.
"We have given out $8000 in cash prizes and another $2000 in goods."
The two main sponsors were Open Country Wanganui and Farmlands and the top prize of $1500 went to the competitor who caught a 7.24kg snapper in the boat fishing category.