New ZealandQ&A: Why EDS wants an inquiry into fisheries managementThe Environmental Defence Society's Raewyn Peart highlights concerns facing our fisheries.11 Apr 05:08 AM
SportFishing the turn of the tideSearch for big snapper: Shallow water can be productive at low light on the Waitemata.05 Apr 05:00 PM
SportFishing: Easter fishing looking goodLocal knowledge can make a difference as snapper start their search for warmer water.28 Mar 04:00 PM
SportFishing: Fishers part of wharf allureAngling community and its jolly vibe should be part of any talks on waterfront's future.15 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsLocal MPs get roles in Opposition line-upRangitikei and Whanganui MPs have roles in the National Party's new line-up.11 Mar 09:04 AM
SportFishing: Magnificent fighting fishKingfish jewel in crown at this time of year and they make great eating in green curry.08 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt eyes new South Island marine reservesTwo options offer areas for new reserves, but environment group calls process "flawed".07 Mar 02:14 AM
New ZealandHauraki Gulf headache: Snapper, sharks, trevally stocks collapseSlow action and conflict are dogging efforts to stop the Hauraki Gulf's steady decline.01 Mar 09:05 PM
SportFishing: Drifting at sea not all badSnap to it in boat — if you catch my drift ...01 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCommercial fisherman fined for under-reporting catchTane Zanders was fined after pleading guilty to three fisheries charges.28 Feb 04:57 AM
SportFishing: Hook, line and survivingGalvanised or regular steel hooks will rust in salt water, helping fish survival chances.08 Feb 04:00 PM
SportFishing: Rookie lands monster marlinGet the jump on skippies — there are plenty around and they can make good eating.01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWharf extensions to free up space for America's CupWharves may be extended to make space for fishing fleet and ferry ahead of America's Cup.29 Jan 09:44 PM
SportFishing: Tossing them back no goodSnapper length change good for future but frustrating when fish come up short of the mark.25 Jan 04:00 PM
SportFishing: Sharks not all about JawsCatching 200kg-plus fish in shallow water on game tackle is not for the faint-hearted.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat's been up with snapper this summer?Odd behaviour among snapper this summer has been put down to a lingering marine heatwave.17 Jan 09:42 PM
OpinionFishing should not be at the whim of a ministerThe way allowable fishing catches are allocated leaves recreational fishers at risk.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFishing bosses asked Govt to keep monitoring info secretFishing industry bosses asked MPI officials to keep vessel monitoring information secret.16 Jan 05:00 AM
SportFishing: La Nina mixture of good, bad anglingWaitemata Harbour delivers a summer bonanza for anglers.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTV stars clash: Guys v girls fishing video labelled derogatoryA video posted by ITM Fishing has caused controversy on Facebook.04 Jan 08:51 PM
CrimeMajor fisheries trial comes to an endThe judge-alone trial began seven months ago.28 Dec 07:00 PM
SportFishing: Child and rod a magical mixFishing off the jetty or wharf can open a world of wonder to a keen youngster.21 Dec 04:00 PM
SportFishing: Warm waters harbour goldKey to fishing in a harbour is working out the tides — the smaller the better.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat warming ocean will mean for NZ fisheriesRapid warming of the ocean near Tasmania a sign of things to come under climate change.04 Dec 08:01 PM
BusinessCall for support for recreational fishersThe NZ Initiative supports better balance between commercial and recreational fishing.04 Dec 05:03 AM
New ZealandCall for fishery closures over risk to hoihoNew study prompts group's call for fisheries closures to save iconic yellow-eyed penguin.30 Nov 04:00 PM
SportFishing: Can the cans and store all rubbishPlastic bags, other flotsam and jetsam choking our waterways and the fish.23 Nov 04:00 PM
SportFishing: Tips and tricks in hunting snapperWith season in full swing until May, some advice from seasoned anglers.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDelaying monitoring 'fatally flawed', says NGOMinister accused of being in fishing lobby's pocket by delaying monitoring rollout.12 Nov 05:09 AM
SportFishing: Catching snapper all about tidesThe better fishing accompanies the big tides.09 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandToxin warning for Manukau Harbour shellfishShellfish toxins on the North Island's west coast have risen significantly, officials say.09 Nov 07:06 AM
SportFishing: Late spawning runs fill the lakesThe rivers at Lake Taupo are full of fish after a slow start to the winter spawning runs.02 Nov 04:00 PM
