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Tropicana Billfish Tournament

About the TBT

Since its inception in 1998, the Tropicana Billfish Tournament has become a premier event in Papua New Guinea’s game fishing calendar. Held annually in the scenic waters of Rabaul and Kokopo, East New Britain, it attracts both local and international anglers eager to experience the thrill of fishing in the rich grounds of the St. George Channel.


Organized by renowned lure maker John Lau and sponsored by Tropicana Limited, the tournament is celebrated for its excitement, camaraderie, and the electric atmosphere it creates. It's the highlight of the year, where fishing enthusiasts come together to share their passion, swap stories, and compete while testing their skills against some of the ocean’s most formidable creatures.


In 2019, the tournament made history by tagging and releasing 245 blue marlins—the highest ever recorded in Papua New Guinea!  Join us in Kokopo in November 2025 and be part of this iconic event that brings together the best in game fishing. 

2024 TROPICANA BILLFISH TOURNAMENT WINNERS

Highest Point Scoring Team: Tribal 1

Anglers Bob Finall & Jodie Gades 


2nd Place HPS Team: JRH

Anglers Sam & John Rodriguez


3rd Place HPS Team: Shoot Da Blue 1

Anglers Kusunan Chanei & Luis Gomes

Day 1 Highest Point Scoring Team K20,000 Cash Prize sponsored by NFA

Winning Team: Tribal 1

Anglers Bob Finall & Jodie Gades

Pictured with the Tribal Crew


Left Image

1st Place Highest Points Scoring Female

Angler Jodie Gades


Right Image

1st Place Highest Points Scoring Junior

Angler Andy Fletcher

1st Place Highest Point Scoring Boat

Tribal - Lae, Bob Finall


2nd Place Highest Point Scoring Boat

Maybe Too Fast - Kokopo, Mark Courtanay


3rd Place Highest Point Scoring Boat

Fast Track - Lae, Daryl Diehl

Pictured - Troy Ryan on behalf of Fast Track

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