The AFTA Hall of Fame

~ A celebration of our fishing community ~

The Australian Fishing Trade Association recognises those who have made a significant contribution to the recreational fishing industry over the years. In 2013, we introduced the AFTA Hall of Fame, highlighting some of the great achievers in our industry. AFTA would like to congratulate all our Hall of Fame nominees and entrants, their contribution to our industry is enormously appreciated.

Bill Classon

Bill Classon

Australian Fishing Network

Hall of Fame Inductee 2023

Phillip Coles

Phillip Coles

Pure Fishing Australia

Hall of Fame Inductee 2022

Colin Tannahill

Colin Tannahill

Shimano Australia Fishing

Hall of Fame Inductee 2019

Pat Levy

Pat Levy

JM Gillies

Hall of Fame Inductee 2018

John Millyard

John Millyard

Basser Millyard

Hall of Fame Inductee 2017

Dick Lewers

Dick Lewers

Sportfishing Pioneer & Author

Hall of Fame Inductee 2017

Trevor Maundrell

Trevor Maundrell

Jarvis Walker

Hall of Fame Inductee 2017

Jim Allen

Jim Allen

Founder Compleat Angler Stores

Hall of Fame Inductee 2016

Neil Patrick

Neil Patrick

Halco Tackle

Hall of Fame Inductee 2015

Bruce Alvey

Bruce Alvey

Alvey Reels

Hall of Fame Inductee 2014

Rex Hunt

Rex Hunt

Media Personality

Hall of Fame Inductee 2013

John Dunphy

John Dunphy

Dunphy Sports Imports (Shimano)

Hall of Fame Inductee 2013

Les Wilson

Les Wilson

L Wilson & Co

Hall of Fame Inductee 2013

Who do you think should be the next AFTA Hall of Fame inductee? Has this person made a significant contribution to the recreational fishing industry? AFTA accepts nominations all year long, please email admin@afta.net.au with the subject line NOMINATION.