Fishing Hints Tips and 'How to' articles
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Thanks to NZ Fishing News magazine and a number of fishing journalists, we have been able to bring you a great range of 'How to' articles.There's a lot to learn about fishing and the more you know, the more you realise just how much you don't!
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Filleting Tips and Tricks
September 2023Grant Dixon shares some simple tips that will ensure your fish is presented in pristine condition, free from any contaminating mess and moisture... Read More >
Fishing Coral Reefs with Saltwater Fly
September 2023Craig Worthington shares his tips and tricks for 'bombie bashing'... Read More >
Setting up a Centre Console for Lure Fishing
August 2023With the advent of braid line along with fit-for-purpose rods and reels, there has been a quiet revolution going on in the recreational fishing scene as... Read More >
Deepwater Fishing in the Tropics
August 2023When most Kiwis think of a tropical fishing holiday, they dream about trolling for blue marlin, yellowfin tuna, mahimahi or wahoo – or jigging and popper fishing for... Read More >
Bait or Lures - What's Best?
August 2023Mark Kitteridge asks which is better, baits or lures?... Read More >
Wash Fishing With Softbaits
August 2023Tony Orton shares tips and techniques for fishing the wash with softbaits at the Mokohinau islands... Read More >
Winter Snapper Fishing Techniques
July 2023As we move into the depths of winter, many anglers are inclined to hang up their rods until the following spring. Sam Mossman gives a run-down... Read More >
Jigging for Kingfish - Gear and Techniques
July 2023Helen Horrocks shares her tips and tricks on jigging for kingfish... Read More >
Catch Your Own Baitfish
July 2023The ability to catch your own baitfish can save you a lot of money. It can also be critical to your success – cut baits and... Read More >
Downsizing Your Gear Part 2
July 2023In the first part of this series, writer Mark Kitteridge looked at the benefits of reducing the size of soft-baits. This time, the focus is on... Read More >
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Bream Bay Fishing Report - 21/09/23
Fishing becoming consistent As we approach the end of September, the fishing is becoming a... Read More >
Raglan Fishing Report - 21/09/23
Great fishing out deeper Good fishing still prevails in the 70-meter-plus depths due to the... Read More >
Otago Fishing Report
West Coast best coast Sometimes you’ve just got to hit the open road. Last... Read More >
Top of the South Fishing Report - 21/09/23
Waiting for weather Spring is definitely here. The blossoms are out, the days are much... Read More >
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