New ZealandHMNZS Taupō returns to Whangārei after patrolling for illegal fishingThe navy ship is returning to her home port and will host an open day on Saturday.28 Nov 03:10 AM
New ZealandParadise regained: What the Hauraki Gulf could look like in the year 2173Scientists imagine a thriving Hauraki Gulf 150 years from now. Here's how it could happen.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandShellfish ban to last for weeks or months, flooding mooted as toxin causeNZ Food Safety says flooding could have added nutrients that are causing the toxin.15 Nov 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMarketsWhat is Ngāi Tahu’s game plan for the Sanford fishing company?Director churn and an interim CEO pick raises questions about the iwi's agenda.14 Nov 02:43 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesSanford director departures in 'very different circumstances' - chairmanSanford remains in compliance with NZX listing rules, says Sir Rob McLeod.13 Nov 06:17 PM
New ZealandParalytic shellfish toxins extend to East CapeToxins in mussels from Tolaga Bay were found to be 11 times over the safe eating limit.13 Nov 02:03 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesSanford directors jump ship, one cites shareholder actionsAnd a question emerges over a director's role as the interim CEO.13 Nov 12:08 AM
New Zealand'Be safe': Dad swept from rocks by large wave at fishing spotHis partner is pleading for people to wear a lifejacket so they can go home to loved ones.12 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuKai Ika Project diverts over 365,000kg of kaimoana from landfill"Cans for Kai is more than just a fundraiser - it promotes the value of recycling."31 Oct 10:19 PM
OpinionHow will Luxon handle the cards he holds?OPINION: Kenny Rogers is enjoying a post-election comeback in the Tai Tōkerau pubs.31 Oct 01:47 AM
New Zealand'Hellishly dangerous': Row erupts after two-inch longline hook snags beachgoerMan, dog and boogie boarder get caught up by fishing line.26 Oct 07:45 PM
New ZealandReel deal: Kāwhia Boating & Angling Club lands national honourThe Waikato club has received a national honour.25 Oct 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismBig catch: The $3000-a-night NZ fishing lodge bought by global luxury operatorThe Nelson fly-fishing lodge is internationally famous.24 Oct 02:23 AM
New ZealandPoacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fisheryA boat and dive gear were seized and the man is likely to face prosecution.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirst photos show fishing boat run aground spilling oil near rare penguinsThe vessel was carrying 10,000L of diesel and 400L of hydraulic oil.25 Sep 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCommercial fishing still hurting after Cyclone GabrielleEvery vessel in Ahuriri has experienced hazardous, floating logs.14 Sep 04:52 AM
New ZealandCouncil navigates uncharted waters as Bay of Islands fishing ban formally adoptedThere are some exceptions to the rules, which include kina harvesting and tikanga.14 Sep 02:31 AM
Crime'Slack practice': Fisher trawled in zone protecting threatened dolphinsWarrick Harris 'should have known better' when he trawled in the prohibited zone 19 times.08 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Beloved blue backyard': Govt bans bottom trawling for majority of Hauraki GulfBottom-trawling and Danish seining would be banned from 89 per cent of the Gulf.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan who poached 4600 crayfish for ‘sprawling’ black market ring jailedCrayfish poacher apologised after abusing customary permit system.23 Aug 02:45 AM
New ZealandThe great chase: Big game fishermen descend on West Coast townAnglers take to the sea hunting giant bluefin tuna.20 Aug 11:04 PM
New ZealandSealord convicted after asbestos found on fishing boatAn alarm was raised by a crew member.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHoiho losing battle to fishing vesselsHoiho face a multitude of threats, including overlap with fishing vessels.12 Aug 10:27 PM
New ZealandEnchanter report highlights 'inadequate' search and rescue responseThe Enchanter was carrying 10 passengers – five of whom died.11 Aug 02:07 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionSunk: 'NZ's favourite fishing store' TopCatch owes $3m+'The fish are cunning, be prepared,' the store says on social media.10 Aug 08:07 PM
New ZealandWhitebait ban: Trust says priorities delayed rāhui decisionThe trust had been in talks over the ban since April.08 Aug 11:37 PM
New ZealandHauraki Gulf marine protection area tripled, bottom trawling bannedNew protection for Auckland's 'absolute treasure'.08 Aug 09:54 PM
New ZealandBottom trawling ban for Hauraki Gulf to be unveiled by GovtScientists have long warned about overfishing and pollution in the Gulf.08 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNet loss: Double rāhui for Hawke's Bay whitebait ahead of season openingA whitebait ban is in place - and a stalwart is not happy with the timing.07 Aug 06:13 AM
New ZealandEighteen albatrosses snagged by surface longline fishingCalls for stricter mitigation methods 'everywhere, all the time'.01 Aug 06:33 PM
New ZealandPāua play: Seafood picnic turns sour after mum nabbed by fisheries officerRules 'open to interpretation' says pinged pāua collector; officials says rules are clear.31 Jul 08:00 AM
PoliticsRevealed: Second rare Hector's dolphin killed as fishing bycatch in two monthsThe Green Party is calling for stronger protection measures.27 Jul 06:57 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessBuried lead cables less risky than DIY, health expert saysKiwis making bullets, sinkers, doing up old homes face lead poison risks.21 Jul 01:53 AM
New ZealandNew machine learning tool spots black petrels hooked in fishing lines 30 times faster than humans canSo far this year, eight black petrel captures have been reported by commercial fishers.18 Jul 10:48 PM