About The Competition
The Ngai Takoto 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza is arguably the biggest Snapper Surf Casting Competition in the world, a one species fishing competition which runs for 5 days in March on the famous Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē (90 Mile Beach), Northland New Zealand. The cash prize pool exceeds $72,000.00, of course the biggest cash offering goes to the largest snapper of the week a whopping $30,000.00. However don’t think it’s all about size as $10,000.00 is up for grabs for the angler that catches a snapper closest to the average weight of all the fish caught in the competition. The event will still cater for the unlucky angler that doesn’t catch a fish as the lucky draw spot prizes exceed $100,000.00 which includes a $50,000.00 4x4 Ute (RRP). 2018 and 2019 were sell-out’s which attracted 1000 anglers, it is estimated that at each prize giving there is a total crowd attendance of between 1500 and 3000 people enjoying the entertainment.
Darin Maxwell, Te Puke, Heaviest Snapper Record Holder Heaviest snapper record in competition history winner Darin Maxwell from Te Puke with 12.030kg landed Wednesday February 29th, 2012
All poised to give more prizes away, your organisers Dave and John.
A brief history leading up to the creation of the Snapper Bonanza.
In 1982 the Brijevich family started the competition then called the Snapper Classic they were the owners of The Park -a camping ground just down the road from the current prize giving site. The competition evolved over the next 27 years into a community project that benefited the many local businesses supplying services, supplies, equipment etc. to the many contestants and their entourages. The local economy received a much needed boost and everyone was happy. In 2006 the competition was sold, the new owners ran it in much the same way as the previous owner, but ran into financial difficulties after the 2009 event. So in 2010 the competition was cancelled. However the 90 Mile Beach Surf Casting Club ran an event for those hardy souls who came North anyway. In 2011 the 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza was born, with local businessmen John Stewart and Dave Collard combining their talents to facilitate this Far North iconic event. The bonanza brand has developed into a very strong marketable label and we hope it’s here to stay however without the support of our sponsors the event is not viable, as organisers we urge our anglers and supporters to climb on board and trade with our sponsors as much as possible. Tight Lines John & Dave
Some Of The Prizes Up For Grabs
$30,000.00
Heaviest Snapper Overall & Champions Trophy
$10,000.00
Average Weight Snapper Overall
Massive Spot Prizes
Including a Mitsubishi Triton, Haze Real Estate Yamaha YFZ50RM Quad Bike and a Liquor King Oaklahoma Joe’s Smoker
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Hall of Fame
Dickson Hohaia,
South Taranaki
2021 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2021 – 9.060kg.
Grant Thompson, Auckland
2020 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2020 – 8.285kg.
Dave Rameka, Kaitaia
2019 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2019 – 7.905kg.
Grant Dodunski, Te Puke
2018 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2018 – 8.945kg.
Chris Spurr, Gisborne
2017 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2017 – 6.175kg.
James Benge, Hastings
2016 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2016 – 8.165kg.
Troy Notton, Kamo
2015 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2015 – 8.315kg.
Neil Sides, Kaitaia
2014 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2014 – 9.995kg.
Jeremy Alai, Auckland
2013 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2014 – 9.91kg.
Darin Maxwell, Te Puke
2012 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2012 and new record holder – 12.030kg
Luke Boyes, Christchurch
2011 Winner
Overall Heaviest Snapper Winner 2011 – 8.89kg
Our Sponsors
Without them this event would not happen
Unfortunately we've lost our naming rights sponsor (so we are on the hunt for a new one) and to put your mind at rest, the 2022 is 100% going ahead. ... See MoreSee Less
Famous Snapper Bonanza seeks new major sponsor - NZ Herald
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90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza seeks new major sponsorComment on Facebook
Gutted to be honest, this is the biggest surfcasting competition, surely a sponsor will come knocking.. 🙏
Few years ago it was said a $1000 000 went into Kaitaia for the week of comp surely more local business could sponsor a little more as they benefit from us all
Gutted for you at such short notice...but thanks for still providing the comp!
Gutted to hear as it's a hell of a comp, been coming since 2008. Good luck with a sponsor. See you in March
Hit up Matt Watson😊 surely he be able to help out if not already😉
Wow..Bonanza Boyz..at least we are still on for 2022..being Ngai Taka oto myself I feel for youse but I know covid and the lockdowns have had a major affect on so many businesses not only in the North but thruout the motu and unfortunately Ngai Takoto is just one of many that have had to refocus..in saying that I'm positive another major sponsor will step in and take up the reins and keep this supurb comp in it's currant format..so..good luck Dave and Johnny.youll be ok Boyz..help is on its way..
Bit of a downer you have lost a major sponsor. This is an iconic fishing extravaganza and has a huge profile, I'm sure a major sponsor will come on board. All the very best to you all. Kia kaha, stand strong team, be brave. you will succeed. Heaps of aroha to you all.
Dean Gulbransen Sherilee Reese
Aroz Jah Povey we can still go up for a weeks holiday, mmmm karikari
Sherilee Reese
So sorry to read this with COVID knocking travel from here I missed this year be a real rats arse if that is the end such a great way to meet some of the best guys and girls while enjoying a beautiful part of the world .Good luck Dave and John you two are top blokes doing a great job ! Cheers .
Is there any chance of a couple of tickets 🎫 for my dad and I out there.
Ask jacida, call it a vaacation/vaccination drive 😆 🤣
Eddie Rameka
Kori Uka
Thank you for letting us know Snapper Bonanza is full steam ahead for 2022👌👌but sad you have lost your major sponsor😞 fingers crossed you will find another 1 soon👍
Rio Martin
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Blinked and missed these tickets 🤦🏽♀️
I can't wait let's hope covid doesn't change anything 😊👍
RUB it In!
Woop Woop yussssss cant wait ROLL ON BONANZA 👌👌👍👍
Until vaxinda shuts it down.
Always a pleasure & privilege to Hi Ika on Te Oneroa a Tohe 💗 💗💗I cant wait🎣🎣🎣 peow peow
Locked in and ready to go
How did that happen?! I thought that we all had a chance on the same day not coool at all
Evan Rummins could be fun. Oh
can't wait
I cannot wait for this
Well done team
Eddie Robinson hissing boii
Bugga
Can't wait....
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We are using the lockdown to tidy up the bonanza grounds, don’t worry its only my bubble doing the work and it’s basically my back yard.
We will mow in a week or two when we can hire the equipment, but as you can see the grounds are looking fantastic!
Can’t wait to see these grounds full again in March with a stage full of lucky prizes, and massive bonanza snapper 👊🏼
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Looks orsm mate..nice and green too..roll on March..gotta be my turn for the big Louie bro..I feel it in my old bones..or is that the Bonanza booze swirling around..lol
What’s with the long pants only ever seen you in shorts !cheers from here!
Dave John an Snapper Bonanza whanau, stay safe, fatten those fish up, and I will bring johnnys wheelchair mower up, he should be finished by march 😀
NICE!!!👍👍👍Sooooooo cant wait for this we both look forward to this every year Stay Safe everyone Grounds look so lush and green ♥️♥️
You got this Dave and John you did it before and you will do it again... Kia Kaha 🥰
Keep up the great efforts Johnny.
Would love to be there helping John. All stay well.
Kia Kaha bro…. Suns out guns out too huh.. 💪👍😎
U could have a wild dog catching comp🤣
Can u still get tickets
Bring on 2022 🐟🐟🐟😎
Great to see positive vibes on Facebook.👌👌👌
See you there
Cariss Strong-Puckett i hope he never made you mow that by hand x
Stay safe💪💪💪
Nice to see container space there
LEGEND...stay safe
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These guys do an amazing job supporting a huge range of community groups. While you get to fish one of the far north’s most beautiful beaches.
Good luck for the upcoming comp teamWow another sponsor stepping up to support the Cause and the Competition.
GR8X21 welcomes sponsorship from the Awesome Team at the Snapper Bonanza.
Bloody Awesome Guys
Well I can’t tell you to get in there an buy a ticket because these guys are already sold out. Don’t hesitate to go along and support the anglers and enjoy the atmosphere
March 8th to the 12th 2022. The comp has a prize pool that exceeds $72,000 and lucky spot draws that exceeds $100,000.
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Stop telling everyone, they're already like hens teeth 😂
Lena Tapurau
We are now SOLD OUT!!!!!!!!!
To be added to our waiting list head to the below link.
The waiting list means we contact you if someone can no longer make it to the comp and needs help selling their ticket.
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Bugger. I won't be spying $370 for a early bird
Hannah Rose Thompson
Wow. Well done John Dave and the crew. Is it feasible to increase the numbers or are the logistics too complicated.? Next year will be interesting and some will be disappointed for sure. We will travel North regardless and support the comp. Cant imagine not being there after the years we have been entering. Bring on2
Yonni Dewsnap bugger
Hau lol
Matehaere Clarke Bussy Nanai sold out 😲
There is a new comp called Snapper dreamer. Yeah, you and some mates spend heaps of money on bait and extravagant food but end up getting drunk for a week 👍
Puru Aboagye Milton Leef
Lone Taiulu 😳 🥺
Rob Butler it sold out already
Daaaamn that was quick. Well do e team. Next year going to be Interesting. 2020s version of the shotgun start hahahaha
You get yours Taki Flavell??
Dave Barry
Much Rudolph😎❤️
We have 3 tickets need another 3 🤦🏻♀️
what!we need 4x in a year.
Yeap 4th year of missing out, on line at 9am couldnt load page good times
Kingi Wiki
Aaron Jaques Antony McDonald another year of no practice
Kiri CarrollLiz LoveNatalie Love
Oh what I was gonna win it too
Fcuk already🤔 tumeke alryt 🤙🤙
Vhinze Paito 🤦♀️
Samuel Brown
Luke Vincent wow should have done ours first thing this morning
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