Fishing
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East Coast scallop fishery remains closed as debate heats up
MPI confirms scallop beds in Northland, Coromandel, and Kaipara remain closed for sustainability, sparking debate across the fishing community.
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Fishing from your boat: spotting fish beneath you and finding the hot spots
Learn how to read the water, use modern electronics, and turn guesswork into consistent catches.
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Garmin Force Current: A kayak trolling motor with a twist
Garmin’s new all-in-one kayak motor promises stealth, precision, and a simpler setup.
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FluxJet Kayaks, the world’s first jet-powered fishing kayak makes waves at ICAST
FluxJet Kayaks unveils a silent revolution in on-water propulsion — and takes home ICAST’s top prize.
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ICAST 2025: The world’s biggest fishing trade show wraps in Orlando
The 2025 ICAST drew over 600 exhibitors and more than 12,000 attendees from 75+ countries.
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Public consultation opens on Chatham Rise Orange Roughy catch limits
Fisheries New Zealand seeks input on new proposals to reduce catch limits for the country's largest orange roughy fishery, while considering a potenti...
Southland fishers fined in black-market seafood crackdownx
Four Southland men fined nearly $37,000 after selling kina, oysters, pāua, blue cod and crayfish without permits.
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A new vision for NZ’s fisheries – Rescue Fish Ika Rauora
In the wake of their strong opposition to the Government’s proposed amendments to the Fisheries Act, the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council (NZSFC), su...
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Sport fishers push back against controversial fisheries reforms
The New Zealand Sport Fishing Council (NZSFC), alongside the NZ Angling and Casting Association and NZ Underwater Association, has made a strong stan...
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Fish Fight – The battle for the future of New Zealand’s coastal fisheries
New Zealand’s coastal fisheries are facing a critical turning point.
In early 2025, the government released a sweeping proposal to amend the Fisher...
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Proposed closures at Tangoiro/Waihirere and Motuoroi signal call to protect a fragile coastline
Ngāti Wakarara – Ngāti Hau Takutai Kaitiaki Trust seeks two-year ban on fishing to allow marine life recovery after cyclones
Get in early for the NZSFC Youth Nationals
With only four days to go until early bird registration closes for this year's NZSFC Youth Nationals, it's time to commit to what has to be the highli...
A record turnout for the Makaira Boats Trailer Boat Tournament
Information courtesy of the Whangaroa Sport Fishing Club.
The Makaira Boats Trailer Boat Tournament brings together keen anglers to the stunning wa...
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Fishing gear that multi-tasks
So many different fishing techniques are used on such a wide variety of fish species these days, that many of them require specialist rods and reels f...
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BYO ‘super bungy lure rig’!
A home-made bungy trolling line is a great addition to any fisher's arsenal, whether chasing fresh bait or a feed.
B&G® unveils the Zeus® SR: The future of sailing navigation
Next-generation chartplotter delivers speed, precision, and smart sailing modes
B&G®, the world’s leading sailing electronics manufacturer, has i...
Simrad NSS® 4 makes its global release at Miami, now coming for New Zealand debut at the Auckland Bo...
A sleeker, faster, and smarter multifunction display for Kiwi boaties
After its highly anticipated launch at the Miami International Boat Show last w...
White Pointer boats celebrates 30 Years with Anniversary Fishing Competition
To honour its impressive 30th Anniversary milestone, White Pointer Boats hosted a fishing competition over the past few days at the stunning Waihau Ba...
Father and son team nail Extreme Boats contest
The Bay of Islands father and son duo, Warren and Blake Hay, took out the snapper trifecta at the Extreme Boats Tournament fished out of Whitianga ove...
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November Fishing Report with Bruce Duncan
Schools of snapper have moved in from the deep into the Hauraki Gulf down onto the worm beds with a surprising amount of snapper already well up in th...
New Marine Protections in the Hauraki Gulf: Balancing Conservation and Commercial Interests
The Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana is one of New Zealand’s most important marine environments, rich in biodiversity and significant to both recreational us...
Mercury’s Reliability A Decisive Factor For Anglers
Powered by the robust Mercury 175hp V6 FourStroke on the back of a custom-built boat by Nicko, Season One saw the duo embark on a mission to determine...
NZ Lure Masters Fishing Contest: The Premier Catch, Measure & Release Competition
On the 3rd and 4th of October 2024, the NZ Lure Masters Fishing Contest will once again reel in anglers from across the country.
Woman Can TOO! Wild Chix
The couple bought an old Sea Nymph trailer boat in 2014 to take them fishing and diving, selling it when Isabell took up a marketing position in Taura...
Fishing smarter with lures
A typical day’s fishing can cost between $100–200 in bait – expensive when compared to a couple of $20–25 slow-jigs or $10–15 worth of soft-baits.
The Catch: Spare the rod
I have seen lots of rods broken in lots of different ways. The vast majority of breakages were preventable.
Drone fishing in South Africa is a danger to sharks and may be unfair to other fishers – study
Drone fishing in South Africa is a danger to sharks and may be unfair to other fishers – study
Alexander Claus Winkler, Rhodes University
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BOP: Remember the rules around the Motiti Protection Area
Under the new rules, no-one can take fish, shellfish, or plants from these areas. These rules apply to everyone equally, including customary, recreati...
Riviera Invitational Fishing Tournament
The Riviera Invitational Fishing Tournament is a no-kill, points-based measure and release/tag and release event.
Fishing on tracks
French amphibious boat manufacturer Iguana Yachts’ X-Fisher is designed for fishing fans.
Lazy king-fishing
Late summer is a great time for kingfish, a species that seems to be making a comeback in my local waters. Kingfish are also being caught much farthe...
Gamefishing champ chooses Raymarine
Gamefishing champion Nathan Adams, an IGFA world record holder and multiple gamefishing Nationals’ winner, has partnered with Lusty & Blundell to...
No ice, no fish
It seems odd to be reminiscing about spring now that summer in all its glory is here. But snapper fishing in spring can be spectacular and I...
Invasive species
Invasive species, both terrestrial and marine, are a fact of life in this interconnected modern world.
SUPPORT FOR WHITEBAIT CHANGES
Forest & Bird is heartened that 90% of respondents to a Department of Conservation survey support changes to whitebaiting regulations.
“This leve...
Winter’s sneaking up
On a morning in late April when I had hoped to be chasing anchovy workups, I was unable to find any.
Join the tag team
Once the exclusive preserve of those targetting larger gamefish, tagging is now being extended to New Zealand’s inshore species and everyday recreati...
The right hook
Whether you are using bait or a lure, it’s the hooks that catch the fish. Despite their importance, though, most anglers give fish hooks very little t...
Seen the light
I’ve always been an advocate of using light tackle. Maybe it’s my background in fly-fishing and an early interest in club and IGFA light tackle recor...
Great Escape
Sailing in the Bay of Islands is sensational. Whether you’re a newbie looking to find your sea legs or an old hand who already knows the ropes Great Escape has a sailing holiday for you. ...
Boat Fix New Zealand
Steve Pennington and the team have been repairing boats in and around Auckland for more than 20 years.
With an excellent reputation for all aspects involved in keeping your pride & joy in...
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2005 Haines Signature 600RF
Well-kept, garage-stored family boat with low hours, new carpets, and full gear. Soft-riding foam-filled hull, ideal for fishing or cruising. Regretful sale—owner upgrading. Located in Pauanui with minimal trailer use. Ready for its next adventure—don’t miss out!
1977 Pelin Empress
Respite is a 7.2m Pelin Empress in top shape—refitted, low-hour engine, freshwater use only, and sold on trailer.