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Locals, anglers rue loss of top fishing spot
Access to one of NZ's top fishing rivers has been closed - upsetting local tourism operators and anglers throughout the country.
Contaminated whitebait warning
Whitebait caught from sewage-contaminated rivers could end up on the plates of unsuspecting diners at restaurants and cafes.
Niue: Tranquillity at its finest hour
Geoff Thomas shares infectious enthusiasm and fishing tales from a neighbouring island.
Fishing: Johnny be good
They're slippery customers, but with a bit of technique, it'll all be 'hook a dory'.
Understanding tides the best way to land a good catch
Tides are the key to successful saltwater fishing, and they are determined by the moon.
Fishing: Falling for the bait
There are plenty of braggarts among fishing enthusiasts, but they usually get caught out.
<i>Geoff Thomas:</i> Spinning a yarn
When fishermen gather around a bottle or a bar they invariably start telling stories that are sworn to be based on the honest truth.
Geoff Thomas: Give 'em a chance
Use common sense when releasing fish and they will more likely survive.