PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: I'm nearly 80 – and ready to change for the planet's sakeOPINION: 'Our Government is intent on doing what we as a country have always done.'12 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessMarlin magic: NZ inventor’s lure wins fisherman US$1.7 millionA decades-long quest needed a Kiwi lure to land the fish of dreams.12 Jun 01:23 AM
New Zealand‘Zombie’ snapper caught in Auckland suggests disease more widespreadThe sick snapper caught near Port Albert suggest the problem is widespread.09 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle thought to be reason for 'masses' of porcupinefish'On my last trip, which consisted of 10 trawl tows, we caught 773 kilos of them.'03 Jun 11:37 PM
New ZealandFishing boat crashes into rocks off Taiaroa Head, DunedinA fishing boat crashed into the rocks off Taiaroa Head, below the Royal Albatross Centre in Dunedin, this morning.Watch03 Jun 09:57 PM
New ZealandRetired man's life savings gone after sleeping skipper grounds fishing boat'I have nothing left, thanks to Simon's stupidity.'03 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Boat, Fish and Dive Expo embarks on maiden voyage to Mystery CreekThe event will showcase all things marine.27 May 01:44 AM
New ZealandPolice chase in Hauraki Gulf: Officers board boat, find undersize crayfishPolice found undersize crayfish, and more than fishing quotas allow.22 May 04:53 AM
New Zealand'Ignorance is not an excuse' Northland man fronts up over alleged illegal fishingFisherman explains how he came to be fishing in a protected marine reserve.16 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Sick to our stomachs' Dive companies shocked by alleged illegal fishing in Poor Knights Islands marine reserveThe Poor Knights Marine Reserve is a sanctuary for marine life.15 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandThe Hawke’s Bay Navy sailor tasked with checking fishing vessels in FijiFrom inland Ōtane, to boarding fishing ships in Fiji’s Exclusive Economic Zone.15 May 04:06 AM
WorldJapan proposes expanding commercial whaling to fin whales“It is also important to carry on Japan’s traditional food culture.”10 May 05:28 AM
New ZealandSilt impact: Cyclone-related damage to seabed could harm fish populationOne survey focused on the impact of cyclone-related silt on the marine environment.09 May 06:00 PM
Crime'Now I drown': Enchanter skipper on being trapped under upturned boatGoodhew survived by finding a pocket of air and thought 'I'm going to die'.09 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandIwi apply for temporary fishing closures in Hauraki GulfThe MPI is seeking feedback on an application relating to three areas in the Hauraki Gulf.23 Apr 12:18 AM
New Zealand'Like little utes': Salmon farm's tuk-tuk trial a successMt Cook Alpine Salmon uses tuk-tuks on its farms to move equipment and people around.21 Apr 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Left their exit too late': Fisherman swept to his death likely caught by vicious 'short tide'Laken Watene's body has never been recovered.03 Apr 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsCommercial fishers welcome lifting of US trade ban over Māui dolphin protectionsExports of nine fish species caught on the west coast of the North Island can resume.03 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandPlan to sink Hawke's Bay fishing trawler to provide home for marine lifeRetiring to the reef, the Twofold Bay trawler is to be given a second life.01 Apr 11:33 PM
KahuSuper-sized snapper on Shane Jones' menuJones believes the new project could future-proof our aquaculture.01 Apr 09:21 PM
New ZealandConcerns raised over $1 million Coromandel fishing contestEvent organisers and fisheries officials happy with fish population and methods.20 Mar 06:36 PM
New ZealandProbe launched after fishing boat runs aground on Canterbury beachClam boat beached in early hours of the morning.19 Mar 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Accessible by boat or helicopter': Richwhite bach on Lake Taupō for sale'Charming fisherman's cottage with three bedrooms, one bathroom' — and adjoining boatshed.19 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandReplacement of wharf could be brought forward after missing pile forces immediate closureThe closure bars vessels, vehicles and people from the wharf.14 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandFisherman who died at Lake Benmore remembered as best companionAnthony Otworowski died after he went missing at Lake Benmore.05 Mar 08:37 PM
Freight and logisticsTrev Terry boatyard receivers seek buyer as ‘tough market’ hitsBoat company will attend A&P show as usual, quest for buyer on horizon.04 Mar 09:35 PM
New Zealand'Vague and ineffective': Scientists criticise new fishing rules on kina barrens in Northland'While removing kina treats the symptom, it doesn't address the cause of a sick reef.'04 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Rare whale shark pops up to surprise Northland fishermanThe nine-metre long shark circled the boat for about five minutes.07 Feb 06:41 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessThe value of financial assets owned by 10 big post-settlement iwiAsset returns decreased and half the iwi reported financial losses.05 Feb 04:02 PM
New ZealandNew fishing rules expected to tackle kina infestation in NorthlandNorthland would be the first region to see the changes.04 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Megafish winner hauls in 104.8kg fish and over $30,000 in prizesHe said it 'hurt' to reel in the fish due to its massive size.04 Feb 03:46 AM
New ZealandTwo stricken fishermen plucked from rocks in dramatic helicopter rescue at Port WaikatoThe two men were winched aboard Auckland's Westpac Rescue Helicopter this afternoon.29 Jan 06:54 AM
New Zealand'Maybe they’ve made their point': Far North fishing competition biggest yet, organisers sayFar North hapū blocked beach access to a popular fishing comp. So how did it all unfold?28 Jan 01:33 AM
New ZealandProtesters block access as talks fall through over Far North fishing compThe contest protesters have received strict scrutiny from tangata whenua hapū Matakairiri.26 Jan 12:49 AM
