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Canterbury Fishing Report - 11/06/26
Freshwater reports

"Looking for drop-offs around the stream mouths is generally the most productive area to focus on through the winter.... Read More >

11 Jun 2026
Bay of Islands Fishing Report - 11/06/26
Saltwater reports

"McDonald’s Northland 56th International Yellowtail Tournament kicked off with a total of 90 kingfish weighed to date... Read More >

11 Jun 2026
Raglan Fishing Report - 11/06/26
Saltwater reports

"Out in 75 to 85 metres there’s been some really nice 40 to 50-cm fish that continue to be in prime condition... Read More >

11 Jun 2026
Bream Bay Fishing Report - 11/06/26
Saltwater reports

"The strong easterlies, followed by constant westerlies have kept the boat anglers either tucked up in the harbours or close to the shore... Read More >

11 Jun 2026
Hauraki Gulf Fishing Report 11/06/26
Saltwater reports

"Workups continue to be the standout option for anglers looking for quality snapper and kingfish  ... Read More >

11 Jun 2026
Rotorua Fishing Report - 28/05/26
Freshwater reports

"The winter fly fishing on our lakes is well and truly underway. The landing and Te Wairoa stream mouths at Lake Tarawera have been fishing well... Read More >

28 May 2026
Canterbury Fishing Report - 28/05/26
Freshwater reports

"I’ve really taken to this freshwater jigging – it’s a great learning curve, but proving rather successful... Read More >

28 May 2026
Northland Fishing Report - 28/05/26
Saltwater reports

"...big fish are starting to move inshore and make the most of the large schools of bait which are still present... Read More >

28 May 2026
Outer Hauraki Gulf Fishing Report 28/05/26
Saltwater reports

"Water temperatures continue to cool, and that seasonal shift is pushing the better snapper schools out into the 40–60m country... Read More >

28 May 2026
Raglan Fishing Report - 28/05/26
Saltwater reports

"The odd kingfish has been caught mid-water column as well as blue mackerel... Read More >

28 May 2026

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