Australian fisherman wins A$1 million after landing tagged 80cm barramundi

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Matthew Maurice, a 26-year-old from Australia, took home A$1 million after reeling in an 80cm barramundi bearing a red tag. The catch happened on a Thursday fishing outing in the Northern Territory, where he was accompanied by his younger brother. Maurice is only the second angler to claim the top prize in the Million Dollar Fish competition since it began 12 years ago. He has said he intends to put the winnings toward buying a home and paying off debts.

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