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Brooks, 61, is a relative novice at the sport with just over a year’s experience – something she’s gained a great deal more with tips from fellow competitors.

“Well it was a really good competition - Talbot's Lagoon is a terrific place to fish, a great venue,” Brooks said.

“It was challenging for everyone though because this morning it was very calm and quite bright and sunny which is not really the conditions you would want for fishing.

“This afternoon we had a little bit more of a breeze and it was overcast, and I ended up with a beautiful 53-centimetre brown trout.

“Quite a few nice fish were caught by the group.”

The competition was hosted by the North West Fly Fishing Club who were able to organise motorised boats on the water for competitors to enjoy a great day of fly fishing.

“It was great fun, a great group of people,” she added.

“The helpers and volunteers were awesome, they had lunch ready for everyone with cups of tea and coffee.

“It was really well planned and organised.”

Brooks is preparing for the national championships that will take place in Tasmania next month, which has made this week a perfect practice run for her next major event.

“The emphasis is on that it’s not quite so serious competition, it has a really nice feel to it,” she said of the Australian Masters Games.

“Everyone is really supportive and helpful, out having a good time.” 

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