The 2026 Vic Bream Classic Series to be held at Mallacoota on June 20–21 has already attracted record entries.
The current total with a few days remaining before entires close sits at 73, easily surpassing the previous record of 68.
The Mallacoota event is the third qualifying round of the popular catch and release tournament, now in its 21st year.
Over its long history, more than 33,000 bream have been weighed in and released, with the series becoming a staple across premier East Gippsland destinations.
Following successful early rounds at Metung and Marlo, Mallacoota is now preparing to welcome an influx of passionate anglers from across Victoria and interstate.
The 2026 Vic Bream Classic remains Australia’s largest teams-based bream tournament series, boasting a total season prize pool in excess of $180,000 in cash and prizes.
At Mallacoota, teams of two will vie for a share of more than $26,000 in cash and prizes, alongside crucial qualifying points for the grand final.
This years grand final will return to Marlo on November 21–22, where the top 50 teams from across the country will compete for the 2026 title.
The tournament layout features teams using lure, fly, or soft plastic techniques to catch and weigh up to five live, legal-sized bream each day.
The heaviest combined two-day total will be determined the winner.
The catch-and-release format reinforces a strong social appeal, allowing competitors to fish alongside a partner of their choice.
The competition is open to all age groups, with participants under 18 required to fish with a parent or guardian.
Children under 12 can also join a team of three with two adults, further encouraging family participation.
All competitors must fish from a boat with a licensed operator on board.
