Warmer weather and water sees fish remain in channels.

Find right water temperature and decent snapper hauls can be found off Auckland.

Northland is the proverbial fishermen's basket.

It's an area with much to offer and it's hard to leave.

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

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

Abundant rainfall helps perpetuate this wonderland.

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

Fraser Island's location is a winner.

"This is definitely the biggest fish I have ever caught."

Marlborough's bounty lies, or rather, floats hidden underwater.

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

Bennett credits her newly improved fitness for reeling in a 110kg marlin.

This country of 83 islands offers great diving and rich experiences.

Kingfish jewel in crown at this time of year and they make great eating in green curry.

Two options offer areas for new reserves, but environment group calls process "flawed".

Your local fishing club needs you and you need it.

Expect sharks, whales, dingoes, top chefs and a whole lot of fishing.

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

The advances in fish-finding equipment are mind-boggling.

Small craft perfect for going after snapper.

Tips for tracking down that elusive catch.

Our summer seas abound with an incredible array of 'foreign' sealife.

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

Nose-to-tail eating should not apply only to land animals.

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

Don't be afraid to embarrass yourself, writes Clarke Gayford.

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

What's all the fuss about spearfishing?

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