It was purely coincidental that a supermoon occured on the same night that the third and last Future Catch report was launched in early December. Around 120 people gathered in […]
Read moreSince the days of the Trojan horse we have been warned against accepting gifts and flattery from people who seemingly want to be on our side. We so quickly forgot […]
Read moreKingfish are a popular and challenging target species for many recreational fishers. They form a valuable component of the charter boat business with clients coming from around New Zealand and […]
Read moreAfter a slow start to the game fishing season it is pleasing to hear reports of success from up and down the country, from west to east. Let’s hope this […]
Read moreClub catch records have been compiled for the 2015-16 NZSFC Yearbook. It was a good year for striped marlin with 900 fish landed and 1570 tagged and released. The west […]
Read moreThe Fisheries Management Annual Report 2015-16 has been published. It was available for delegates and attendees at the Whangamata AGM. The Fisheries Management – Marine Protection team welcome your feedback on the […]
Read moreIn 2014-15 the number of fish tagged and released (2280) was more than the previous year, but down on the long-term average. The tagging percentage for striped marlin last season […]
Read moreAn inshore zone with limited commercial fishing, managing to higher environmental standards and lowering commercial catch levels are simple measures to increase fish abundance, improve catchability and provide for the […]
Read moreFrom mid-2016 the LegaSea Updates are available at the link provided. LegaSea seeks to provide easy-to-read information on a broad range of issues so people can better understand and engage […]
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