What's been up with snapper this summer?
Odd behaviour among snapper this summer has been put down to a lingering marine heatwave.
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Fishing should not be at the whim of a minister
The way allowable fishing catches are allocated leaves recreational fishers at risk.
Fishing bosses asked Govt to keep monitoring info secret
Fishing industry bosses asked MPI officials to keep vessel monitoring information secret.
Fishing: La Nina mixture of good, bad angling
Waitemata Harbour delivers a summer bonanza for anglers.
TV stars clash: Guys v girls fishing video labelled derogatory
A video posted by ITM Fishing has caused controversy on Facebook.
Fishing: Child and rod a magical mix
Fishing off the jetty or wharf can open a world of wonder to a keen youngster.
Fishing: Warm waters harbour gold
Key to fishing in a harbour is working out the tides — the smaller the better.
What warming ocean will mean for NZ fisheries
Rapid warming of the ocean near Tasmania a sign of things to come under climate change.
Call for support for recreational fishers
The NZ Initiative supports better balance between commercial and recreational fishing.
Call for fishery closures over risk to hoiho
New study prompts group's call for fisheries closures to save iconic yellow-eyed penguin.
Fishing: Can the cans and store all rubbish
Plastic bags, other flotsam and jetsam choking our waterways and the fish.
Fishing: Tips and tricks in hunting snapper
With season in full swing until May, some advice from seasoned anglers.
Delaying monitoring 'fatally flawed', says NGO
Minister accused of being in fishing lobby's pocket by delaying monitoring rollout.
Toxin warning for Manukau Harbour shellfish
Shellfish toxins on the North Island's west coast have risen significantly, officials say.
Fishing: Late spawning runs fill the lakes
The rivers at Lake Taupo are full of fish after a slow start to the winter spawning runs.
Illegal seafood sales prompts warning
MPI has received tip-offs about 160 Facebook posts by people selling seafood this year.
Kermadec sanctuary not off the table - Ardern
Labour and Green leaders reject reports that the proposed Kermadec sanctuary is dead.
Fishing: Good time to beach snapper
Good time of year for targeting large snapper off the beach with a torpedo and long-line.
Fishing: Learning the basics of boating vital
What can happen when inexperience, ignorance and boats come together.
Fishing: Plenty of fish waiting to be found
Strong west/northwest winds made fishing difficult but there are fish to be found.
Fishing: The magic of opening day
Season openings are a powerful part of New Zealand's outdoor heritage.
Kaipara birthday trip turns into tragedy
The fishing trip was a long-awaited bonding session for Alan Saunders and his grandson.
Endangered sharks in shocking Chinese fishing boat pictures
Fishermen jailed and fined $7.5m after photos emerged of their illegal haul.
Tuna talkfest focuses on eel health
Stakeholders talk about the wellbeing of eels (tuna) and other freshwater species.
Editorial: Deal offers hope for fish stocks and crew
Fishing deal could lead to more sustainable practices and an end to labour abuse
Commercial fishers to phase in digital monitoring from October
Commercial fishers to phase in digital monitoring from October.
Slug guns and slavery: Fishing cleanup
Investigations into slavery in the fishing industry behind new commitments.
Tuna giant announces deal to target illegal fishing and slavery
Major tuna products supplier to NZ commits to reforms after global environmental campaign.
It's alive! The tuna that won't die
Watch: Gruesome video filmed in Japanese store has shocked customers.
Te Ohu Kaimoana wants overhaul of Maori fisheries
Te Ohu Kaimoana wants urgency for legislation to allow Māori fisheries restructure.