Sport
5 December, 2025
Burkes land big haul with 25 yellowbelly
COMPETITION three of the St Arnaud Angling Club series was conducted at Laanecoorie last weekend with ideal conditions producing an excellent haul.
COMPETITION three of the St Arnaud Angling Club series was conducted at Laanecoorie last weekend with ideal conditions producing an excellent haul.
Thirteen competitors landed a combined 33 yellowbelly measuring a total of fourteen metres.
Riley Burke enjoyed a strong weekend, landing 10 yellowbelly, the largest stretching 46.7 centimetres.
Aidan Burke followed with six yellowbelly, topping out at 46 centimetres, while Luke Ezard recorded a 44.5-centimetre catch.
Sandy Ezard contributed two yellowbelly, her best measuring 39.5 centimetres, and Leanne Burke produced one of the standout performances with nine yellowbelly, including the weekend’s biggest fish at 49 centimetres.
Connor added four yellowbelly, the best at 39 centimetres, and Ned Ezard landed a solid 40-centimetre specimen.
Trophy winners
Biggest Fish: Leanne Burke
Men’s Biggest Bag: Riley Burke
Ladies Biggest Bag: Sandy Ezard.
Juniors Biggest Bag: Connor Tucker
Secret Length: Aidan Burke.
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