This year's Annual dinner comes with a side of Zane Grey magic.

The Tradition Continues

Join us on Friday, November 20th at the Australian Club as we celebrate a cherished tradition that has stood the test of time.

For over 90 years, our Club has brought together passionate anglers to honour our shared history and love for Australia’s oldest game fishing Club. The 2026 Annual Dinner promises to be another memorable evening filled with camaraderie, reflection, discussion and celebration.

Highlights of the night will include: The STCs 92nd AGM Presentation of 2025-26 Game Fishing Season Club Trophies The President’s Report

First-class Dining with Beverages

Invitational Guest Speaker: Author Vicki Hastrich

Club Raffle

and of course, the opportunity to reconnect and swap stories with fellow members.

For this dinner, we’re most thrilled to welcome Vicki Hastrich, ​​author of the brilliant biography 'The Last Days of Zane Grey' as our Invitational Guest Speaker. She’ll be lifting the lid on the relationship millionaire western writer Zane Grey made with foundation Club member Reg Lyne – and Mr. Greys famous trip to Bermagui in 1936. Expect fascinating tales, recounts from letters shared about how this blossoming relationship ended up on the rocks and why.

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to hear from Vicki, and to gain a greater understanding on how our Club played such a pivotal role in Zane Grey making his way to Australia for a season of Big Game Fishing.

DINNER DETAILS

The Australian Club

110 William St, Melbourne VIC 3000.

(As a guest of current and long time STC member Jim Allen)

6.30pm for 7.00pm Start Friday November 20th 2026

All inclusive dinner is $150.00 per person.

STC members are encouraged to bring a guest(s).

DRESS CODE: Formal. Gentleman: Dinner Suit (Black Tie) or Lounge Suit (preferably with Club Tie)

Ladies: Dinner Dress

Inclusions

> First-class Dining & Beverages

> Annual General Meeting proceeding The Dinner (See details below)

> Invitational Guest Speaker: Mrs.Vicki Hastrich

> STC 2025-26 Club Trophy Presentation

> Club Raffle and more

Please use the above 'buy your ticket' online payment button to reserve your place at the dinner. Payment will be noted as your RSVP. Should you wish to bring a guest, the online payment form only allows one ticket purchase at a time to track RSVPs. Simply use the form again to reserve a place for one or more guests. Guests are encouraged.

Questions regarding RSVP and attendance can be made to info@swordfishandtunnyclub.org until Friday November 14th

2026 The Annual General Meeting

This year's AGM will cover the following Club business matters and will proceed the Dinner. AGM Commences at 7pm.

• To receive the President’s Annual Report.

• To consider the Statement of Receipts and Expenditure for the financial year.

• To elect Office Bearers for the ensuing year.

• To consider any other business which may be brought before the meeting in accordance with the Rules of the Club.

  
  

Committee & Office Bearers

The Nomination for Committee/Office Bearers is a very important part of the AGM.

If you wish to nominate a member who you consider would be able to make essential and important contributions to the Club, please notify Club Secretary & Treasurer Mark Nantie on 0419 334 828 before the 14th of November 2025. This will be the only opportunity to nominate for a position. As part of the Club's Model Rules all Office Bearers vacate their positions at the AGM, and a new committee is elected based on nominations.

It is vitally important that we have people on the Committee who are prepared to devote their time and talents to take the Club forward. Last year was pleasing to see two members become first time office bearers. Many of the members of the committee have held their respective roles for many years, and the Club always needs fresh talent to generate new ideas and ensure the Club's future is prosperous.

Furthermore, if you are unable to attend the AGM and wish to proxy your vote to another member on matters of business please notify the Club (info@swordfishandtunnyclub.org) for a form.

Club Trophies: Final Notification of Captures Season 2025-26

We wish to ensure that all fish captured or released are recorded and that our Club's outstanding trophies are worthily won. Could you please notify the Club of your captures and Tag and Release details for the season ended 30th June 2026 by Sunday the 8th of November. Club trophies will be presented and announced at the AGM.

New Members

For our Club to grow and be successful, we need new members. If you know of any suitable members for your club and wish to nominate them, please contact Club Secretary & Treasurer Mark Nantie on 0419 334 828 for an application form.