Territorian Anthony Patsalou has found himself $10,000 richer just in time for the festive season, after reeling in a red-tagged barramundi from Stokes Hill Wharf as part of Million Dollar Fish Season 7. Underwritten by SportsBet, Million Dollar Fish is Australia’s richest fishing competition.
The lucky fisho decided to wet a line off the wharf after dinner when he caught the lucrative 67cm barra on 21 December.
Now $10,000 better off, the Karama resident said he looks forward to spoiling his family for Christmas, paying off a few bills and enjoying a holiday with his winnings.
This red-tagged barra is not the first Anthony has caught, after bagging a $10,000 fish at Adelaide River in November of 2018 during Season 4. The latest prize-tagged fish is also the first ever caught off Stokes Hill Wharf in the history of Million Dollar Fish.
For every $10,000 fish caught, the winning fisho can donate $1,000 to the official Million Dollar Fish charity of their choice. Anthony chose Shoreline, a NT organisation that cultivates educational programs and employment pathways to create sustainable careers for young Indigenous Australians.
With more than three months left in Season 7, there is still plenty of time to hit the water for the chance to catch a prize-tagged fish.
There are over one hundred $10,000 fish swimming around Top End waterways, and eight barra worth $1 million up for grabs.
To be in with a chance to win, simply head to [https://www.milliondollarfish.com.au] and register for free.
Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) CEO Tim Watsford:
“It’s great to see another prize-tagged barramundi reeled in as part of Million Dollar Fish Season 7.
“I’d like to congratulate the latest winner Anthony Patsalou on his lucrative catch, which will make for a very memorable festive season.
“With more than three months left in Season 7, now is the time to wet a line and explore our world-class fishing destinations across the Top End.
“We are proud to deliver Season 7 of Million Dollar Fish which not only helps showcase the Territory, but also bolsters our economy by supporting local businesses.”
Quotes from SportsBet External Affairs Manager Brad Fanning:
“On behalf of SportsBet, we are delighted to see another angler cash in through Australia’s richest fishing competition and just in time for Christmas.
“This is the second $10,000 cheque we are awarding Anthony, and the first time anyone in the history of the competition has caught a prize-tagged fish off Stokes Hill Wharf!
“We can’t wait to award more lucky fishos with cash prizes, so get out in the boat or head out land-based fishing for the chance to catch the Million Dollar Fish.
“Don’t forget, simply by registering for free you could win a range of incredible prizes as part of the Lucky Prize Pool which is drawn each month.”
Quotes from winning fisho Anthony Patsalou:
“I was absolutely stoked when I reeled in the red tag, I actually started crying – I couldn’t believe it.
“After catching a prize-tagged fish in Season 4, I didn’t think I would get another one.
“It’s Christmas time, so I’ll be spending the $10,000 on my family, pay off a few bills and maybe enjoy a little holiday.”
“I’ve been registering for Million Dollar Fish since the competition started, maybe next time I’ll catch the big one!”
Quotes from Shoreline Managing Director Jason Ryan:
“Huge congratulations and thanks to Anthony for landing a tagged barramundi and choosing Shoreline as his charity.
“The donation will contribute to formal maritime training for Top End Indigenous students creating greater work opportunities and adding value to a dynamic NT tourism industry.”
