Phases of the lunar body also affects movement of fish.

Our warm weather prolonging season as water stays tepid.

Fisheries Minister Stuart Nash says overfishing of hoki is "totally unacceptable".

Fisheries report casts doubt on industry claims that hoki is being fished sustainably.

A Kiwi tech company has designed a new wrinkle product - sourced from hoki skins.

Going back in time is all part of bucket list 'offshore' experience.

NZ"s 'First Man' takes to Twitter to reveal his latest close encounter.

Labour and NZ First are working on a solution to the Kermadec Sanctuary impasse.

Warmer weather and water sees fish remain in channels.

Great time of year for targeting large snapper by straylining over reefs or pinnacles.

UK fishermen say they feel betrayed after licenses go to foreign firms.

Two fires on a ship that have been burning since Monday night are still smouldering.

Story of big game fishing features huge excitement behind lens with record catch.

The Environmental Defence Society's Raewyn Peart highlights concerns facing our fisheries.

Search for big snapper: Shallow water can be productive at low light on the Waitemata.

Local knowledge can make a difference as snapper start their search for warmer water.

Angling community and its jolly vibe should be part of any talks on waterfront's future.

Rangitikei and Whanganui MPs have roles in the National Party's new line-up.

Slow action and conflict are dogging efforts to stop the Hauraki Gulf's steady decline.

Snap to it in boat — if you catch my drift ...

Tane Zanders was fined after pleading guilty to three fisheries charges.

Small craft perfect for going after snapper.

Galvanised or regular steel hooks will rust in salt water, helping fish survival chances.

Get the jump on skippies — there are plenty around and they can make good eating.

Wharves may be extended to make space for fishing fleet and ferry ahead of America's Cup.

Snapper length change good for future but frustrating when fish come up short of the mark.

Catching 200kg-plus fish in shallow water on game tackle is not for the faint-hearted.

Odd behaviour among snapper this summer has been put down to a lingering marine heatwave.

The way allowable fishing catches are allocated leaves recreational fishers at risk.

Fishing industry bosses asked MPI officials to keep vessel monitoring information secret.