https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/26-year-old-s-catch-just-made-him-a-millionaireContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/26-year-old-s-catch-just-made-him-a-millionairehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/26-year-old-s-catch-just-made-him-a-millionaire#u180040Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:16:44 +0000Matthew 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 mattersThe Million Dollar Fish competition uses tagged fish to encourage tourism and angling in the Northern Terr