The Central Plateau of the North Island of New Zealand is well endowed with lakes and rivers. None more so than the area surrounding the town of Rotorua. Some 13 lakes and 5 rivers, all holding rainbow and/or brown trout, are within 40 minutes drive from the centre of town.
Dion James reflects on the freshwater season that’s been, before taking a look at what spring and summer might have in store for us…... Read More >
As winter approaches, I get quite excited about the fishing that will be available over the next few months.... Read More >
1Fishing Rotorua The Central Plateau of the North Island of New Zealand is well endowed with lakes and rivers. None more so than the area surrounding... Read More >
The Rotorua region boasts an impressive thirteen lakes, but Lake Tarawera is considered by many to be the best of them all..... Read More >
Rating:Mark Sherburn gives a guide to Lake Rotoiti’s fishing year... Read More >
2 Rating:Upon looking back, there was no indicator and as I lifted the rod firmly the line suddenly came tight as the fish took off in the... Read More >
Rating:Finn Henderson shares his tips for slow trolling for kingfish... Read More >
The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show’s most popular attractions are set to be a highlight of this year’s 2023 event to be held May 18-21 at... Read More >
Kaelah James' coconut crumb fish with papaya salsa and a lip-smacking crema will transport your ocean catch straight to the tropics!... Read More >
JE Wilds has been targeting land-based kingfish on topwater lures for most of his life. Luckily for us, he’s here to divulge his top five tips... Read More >
As this year’s Auckland Boat Show got underway yesterday, it was an emphatic demonstration of New Zealanders’ quick uptake of big boats and innovative marine products. ... Read More >