26-Year-Old's Catch Just Made Him a Millionaire
Matthew Maurice, a 26-year-old mechanic from Darwin, won A$1 million after catching a red-tagged barramundi at Corroboree Billabong. Maurice was fishing with his younger brother, who was visiting from overseas, when he caught the fish measuring just over 80cm. He is only the second person to secure the top prize in the 12-year history of the Million Dollar Fish competition. Maurice intends to use the winnings to purchase a home, settle outstanding expenses, and treat himself.
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- ✓ Matthew Maurice is a 26-year-old from Darwin who won A$1 million.
- ✓ The winning catch was an 80cm barramundi with a red tag.
- ✓ Maurice was fishing with his younger brother on a Thursday night in the Northern Territory.
- ✓ This is the second time in 12 years the contest's top prize has been won.
What changed
Details emerged identifying the winner as Matthew Maurice and specifying the catch location as Corroboree Billabong.
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Darwin fisherman Matthew Maurice wins A$1 million prize
Matthew Maurice, a 26-year-old mechanic from Darwin, won A$1 million after catching a red-tagged barramundi at Corroboree Billabong. Maurice was fishing with his younger brother, who was visiting from overseas, when he caught the fish measuring just over 80cm. He is only the second person to secure the top prize in the 12-year history of the Million Dollar Fish competition. Maurice intends to use the winnings to purchase a home, settle outstanding expenses, and treat himself.
Why it matters
The Million Dollar Fish competition uses tagged fish to encourage tourism and angling in the Northern Territory. This win is rare given that only one other person has won the top prize in over a decade.
What is confirmed
- Matthew Maurice is a 26-year-old from Darwin who won A$1 million.
- The winning catch was an 80cm barramundi with a red tag.
- Maurice was fishing with his younger brother on a Thursday night in the Northern Territory.
- This is the second time in 12 years the contest's top prize has been won.
Still unconfirmed
- Maurice is a mechanic by profession.
- The fish was caught specifically at Corroboree Billabong.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of prize disbursement
- Official statements from the Million Dollar Fish competition organizers
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- The Times of India — A 26-year-old Australian fisherman caught an 80cm barramundi with a red tag while fishing with his younger brother; the catch earned him A$1 million, making him only the contest's second top-prize winner in 12 years
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- www.abc.net.au — Darwin fisherman Matthew Maurice reels in million-dollar fish, calls family to share news - ABC News
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