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The Hauraki Gulf 

The workups have been all on with gannets and dolphins in abundance. Captain Nik has had no problem finding some reasonable snapper ....>> more here

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Coromandel

Using a combination of techniques have been the key to success for Rob Fort. Rob's latest fishing and diving update....>> more here.

Manukau & West Coast

At this time of the year fishing in the harbour can be challenging but kahawai, gurnard and trevally are all about and in reasonable numbers...>>more here

Wellington

With a hint of Spring in the air, it is pleasing to see that the gurnard have started to show up in good numbers on the West Coast, and on the South Coast...>>more here

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Softbait Fishing Techniques

Mark Kitteridge writes a 4 part series on softbaiting techniques and covers everything from getting started and the basics, through to advanced tactics. Here's part II…more >>

Paddle crabs for bait?

You betcha! Andy Macleod tells us why paddle crabs should be a part of our bait arsenal for big snapper and other target species... more >>

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Do fish become lure shy?

Are we training fish to avoid lures through conditioning? Alan Bulmer looks into the controversial issue surrounding 'easy' and 'hard' fish targeted by anglers, and uncovers some fascinating observations.... more >>

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Tart up your Tinny

Burnsco’s Tart Up Your Tinny is a brand new series of easy to follow videos to get you ready for the summer!

Go to the Burnsco website and choose from a range of easy to follow DIY video guides, all using gear you can buy from your local Burnsco!

Ocean Scout TK assists in rescue

A successful rescue of a stranded father and son was assisted by using the new FLIR Ocean Scout TK handheld thermal camera. The pair had been trapped by a fast rising tide were not able to make their way safely back to shore.

During the operation, on a pitch black night, the rescue team were able to record the difference between what the crew could see using just their natural vision and what they could see using the Ocean Scout thermal camera.

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