Common species to catch in the central North Island are Snapper kingfish, kahawai, tarakihi, bluecod, trevally, gurnard and elephantfish with snapper and kingfish being more prevalent in the summer months. Most rivers hold trout. Along the West coast places like Mokau and New Plymouth are top fishing destinations for some large snapper when the conditions allow.
Gary Kemsley revisits Makara, a special fishing spot from his youth.... Read More >
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Enthusiastic shore-based angler Andy Macleod has a lot of love for the fishing our capital city has to offer. He shares some of his favourite haunts... Read More >
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Kaelah James' coconut crumb fish with papaya salsa and a lip-smacking crema will transport your ocean catch straight to the tropics!... Read More >
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