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February 2025
February 2025
When James Cook dropped anchor in Paepae-o-Tū on his first voyage to NZ in 1769, he soon realised what an abundant fishery he was parked above....
February 2025
It’s time to put the fishing stories to one side for a mo’ – here is a quick review of the current scientific facts about the...
January 2025
Mark Kitteridge believes a freespool/overhead casting reel and suitable rod are far more effective for straylining techniques....
Getting schooled by anchovies As the anchovies make their way closer to shorelines, including the... Read More >
Anchovies - small fish, hot action It’s the annual anchovy ‘run’, with schools of this... Read More >
Good weather brings marlin and yellowfin on board The weather has improved greatly and so... Read More >
Creative thinking and a good game plan gets results I am the first to say... Read More >
Hi everyone, the Manukau Sportfishing Club's annual Westcoaster is kicking off again next week so the paddock will be closed from Thursday 20th until Sunday 23rd...
All the mechanical jigging work is with the arm lifting the rod not the one winding up the slack. Get a low geared spin reel and...
Whoa, change of undies required. I think he managed that very well. My choice would have been to head in towards the rocks....
Hi there Musing thingsFor the size of the boat they are extremely good. Small boat and can do a number of things comfortably. I'd imagine the...
14 February 2025
13 February 2025
Fisheries New Zealand wants your feedback on a package of proposals that will enhance value to fishers and better ensure sustainability....09 February 2025
Catching a marlin from your ski is right up there in the achievement stakes. Avid angler and experienced jetski fisho, Tom Clancy, ticked that one off...07 February 2025
The latest fishing reports from around New Zealand - brought to you by Mercury Marine....