Fishing & Diving

Have your say on proposed two-year shellfish closure near Moeraki Boulders

Fisheries NZ is consulting on a two-year shellfish harvesting closure near Moeraki. Have your say before 20 April 2026. Learn what the proposal means for you.

National pledges to ban ring-net fishing in Hauraki Gulf HPAs if re-elected

National says it will ban ring-net fishing in Hauraki Gulf high protection areas if re-elected, reversing a controversial amendment that granted commercial operators access.

Snapper spread thin across inner gulf as post-spawn season shifts tactics

Snapper are spread thin across the inner gulf after spawning. Learn the anchoring, burley, and bait tactics that are putting fish on board right now.

A long weekend on the water as fishing competitions crowd the Coromandel

Vessel seized after group takes 2771 pipi over limit at Ohiwa Harbour

A group took 2771 pipi over the legal limit at Ohiwa Harbour, leading to a vessel seizure. Learn what fishers need to know before gathering shellfish in NZ.

Live kahawai bait seals XL kingfish at Cape Colville for Gulf Harbour crew

Gulf Harbour crew targets XL kingfish at Cape Colville using live kahawai bait from a Kingfisher 510 Powercat. See how their plan paid off.

Why January snapper can be maddening and how tackle care makes the difference

January snapper can be frustrating but smart bait tactics and proper tackle care make all the difference. Learn how to prepare your gear and land more fish.

Kingfisher 510 Powercat crew finds snapper salvation after stubborn Great Barrier kingfish

A Kingfisher 510 Powercat crew targets kingfish and snapper at Great Barrier Island. When the kings refuse to bite, a tactical shift saves the day.

Wild Chix takes women into Fiordland aboard Pure Salt charter vessel Flightless

Wild Chix founder Isabell Zitzelsberger led a women-only expedition into Fiordland aboard Pure Salt's MV Flightless, blending adventure, connection, and conservation.

Rock lobster closures and tighter bag limits set for upper North Island from April 2026

New rules from April 2026 close upper North Island rock lobster fisheries and tighten bag limits to rebuild depleted stocks and restore coastal reefs.

Aeroo Pro fishing drone joins our crew for a summer-long NZ evaluation

We are testing the Aeroo Pro fishing drone across NZ beaches, bays, and boats all summer. Real conditions, honest results. Follow the evaluation with Go Boating NZ.