Jarvis Walker Beginners Guide to Fishing

Jarvis Walker Beginners Guide to Fishing


Whether you're a complete novice or looking to refine your skills, this guide will help you enjoy the favourite Kiwi pastime of fishing. In this guide, we’ll cover the essentials you need to know, including fishing locations, species, techniques, gear recommendations, and helpful tips to enhance your angling adventures.

Sponsored by Jarvis Walker, a trusted name in fishing gear, we’re excited to provide you with the tools and knowledge to embark on your fishing adventure with confidence.

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Fishing Reports Visit Reports

Freshwater Fishing Reports
Canterbury Fishing Report - 01/10/26

Freshwater season underway. Wow, it’s October already, and our freshwater season is underway, and the... Read More >

01 Oct 2026
Saltwater Fishing Reports
Top of the South Fishing Report - 01/10/26

Snapper about but not yet firing. It’s certainly nice to see daylight savings upon us... Read More >

01 Oct 2026
Saltwater Fishing Reports
Hauraki Gulf Fishing Report 01/10/26

Big reds in the shallows. The weather has made getting out on the water challenging... Read More >

01 Oct 2026
Saltwater Fishing Reports
Bay of Islands Fishing Report - 01/10/26

Snapper moving in. A few Pacific bluefin are still gracing the weigh stations with last... Read More >

01 Oct 2026

Fishing bite times for Auckland, New Zealand on Wednesday 14 October 2026 Fishing bite times for Auckland, New Zealand on Wednesday 14 October 2026

Wednesday 14 October

Major Bites

Good Major bite time for Auckland on Wednesday 14 October between 14:40 - 16:40 -
Good Major bite time for Auckland on Wednesday 14 October between 02:15 - 04:15 -

Minor Bites

Excellent Minor bite time for Auckland on Wednesday 14 October between 05:06 - 08:06 -
Average Major bite time for Auckland on Wednesday 14 October between 20:21 - 23:21 -

Thursday 15 October

Major Bites

Average Major bite time for Auckland on Thursday 15 October between 15:31 - 17:31 -
Average Major bite time for Auckland on Thursday 15 October between 03:05 - 05:05 -

Minor Bites

Good Minor bite time for Auckland on Thursday 15 October between 05:46 - 08:46 -

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