The CountryHauraki Gulf crayfish take slashed in half - scientists say not enough'A bag limit is pretty meaningless when you can't even catch one.'28 May 02:10 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySparks fly in fresh fight between fishing companies and GreenpeaceWar of words heats up on the high seas as deep sea fishers bite back.25 Feb 04:58 AM
The CountryThousands petition for greater seabird protectionMore than 14,000 seabirds are estimated to be killed by commercial fishers every year.02 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBay crayfish industry fears big losses from virus in ChinaBay crayfish tipped to flood local market as virus shuts down Shanghai seafood market.28 Jan 05:00 PM
The CountryCommercial fishers 'breaking the law' - Forest & BirdA Fisheries NZ report found a level of underreporting of bycatch in the industry.23 Jan 03:07 AM
The Country100 dead snapper found floating in Hauraki GulfMembers of the public are urged to report any suspicious fishing activity.18 Jan 11:39 PM
The CountryGovernment moves to end export of whitebaitAbout 1000 tonnes were sent to Australia, the Cook Islands and Niue in 2018.13 Jan 10:43 PM
The CountryForest and Bird blames Antipodean albatross decline on longline fishersForest and Bird said the albatross have a nationally critical threat status.13 Jan 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFishing for fun: Kiwi birthright in peril or a sector that needs reeling in?Recreational fishing is anything but relaxing if some weekend warriors are to be believed.09 Dec 04:43 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBig read: The fight for NZ's $6 billion catchIt's a key exporter, but is NZ's seafood industry steering the right course?06 Dec 04:37 AM
The CountryAll have a say on fisheries planFisheries NZ invites input to a new inshore fisheries plan.25 Nov 07:34 PM
The CountryNZ's biggest fishing company pins flat profit on climate changeFishing company Sanford holds steady despite difficult financial year.13 Nov 07:54 PM
The CountryComment: Destroying farmers and our planetIf we are to tackle this problem then we must do so in a united manner.06 Nov 10:45 PM
The CountryBottom trawling 'beyond comprehension'LegaSea has blasted bottom trawling as an indiscriminate fish harvesting process.06 Nov 10:33 PM
The Country'Hugely significant': Court of Appeal rules in Motiti Island decisionThe future of a controversial move to introduce a marine reserve has been decided on.03 Nov 11:26 PM
The CountryFish being fed plastics in NZ pollution studyScientists are learning about how microplastics affect fish – by feeding it to them.22 Oct 01:36 AM
The CountryOpen ocean farming: Conservationists warn to tread carefullyConservation groups support moves to expand marine farming offshore, but have warnings.20 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryHawke's Bay Fish and Game Council chairman asked to step downAudit raised "serious concerns" about the organisation's governance.29 Aug 11:34 PM
The CountryProposal could cut 30 jobs in small communityResult would be devastating for the community.20 Jun 06:38 PM
The CountryMonster marlin: First 'grander' of the year caught by Kiwi"We didn't realise how big it was really until it hit the deck."07 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGovt's plan to save Hector's dolphin not enough – criticsInterim measures to reduce the number of Hector's dolphin won't be enough, experts say.03 Jun 03:35 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Whitebait numbers fritter awayBorrow pits rejuvenating the whitebait population. Made with funding from NZ On Air.25 Apr 02:12 AM
The CountryGiant tuna catch off Hawke's Bay coast sells for $46,000"Danielle" skipper Steve Harvey and crew hauled in a 230kg tuna last week.16 Apr 10:08 PM
The CountryWhat the? Clarke Gayford skins kingfish with his teethThe question of why you would want to skin a fish this way remains unanswered.14 Apr 06:40 AM
The CountryTakitimu Seafoods boat brings in massive 230kg tuna off Hawke's Bay coastThis enormous fish could sell for $100,000 if the Japanese market is interested.10 Apr 02:53 AM
The CountryBay of Plenty anglers wading into debate over fishing billAnglers say proposed legislation threatens the future of freshwater fishing in the Bay.05 Apr 11:40 PM
The CountrySnapper rising to the fisherman's bait in NZ's warmer oceans, as other species sinkIn Auckland the fish casualties include tarakihi, gurnard, trevally, hapuku and john dory.15 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryFive sea lions die in squid netsConservationists call for closure of commercial squid fishery after sea lions die13 Feb 06:21 AM
The CountryFirst marlin in two years caught off Hawke's Bay coastTwo-year drought broken in style, with reports another has been landed this afternoon.29 Jan 09:02 PM
The CountryFour-metre swells partially halts search for missing fishermenA helicopter will continue searching by air.28 Jan 02:39 AM
The CountryFisherman shows off monster catchThe kingfish so big you'll have to see to believe it was caught.21 Jan 06:14 AM
The CountryComment: Government is choking NZ King Salmon with red tapeInvestment specialist Mark Fowler argues that Government isn't helping the business.17 Nov 08:09 PM
The CountryFisheries calls for input on rock lobster changesFisheries New Zealand wants people to have their say on proposed rule changes.06 Nov 10:52 PM
The CountryWellington divers discover giant squid on beachA monster from the sea has washed up near Wellington, we're not squidding!26 Aug 05:35 AM
