The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums : Newbies Corner https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:34:38 +0000 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:39:38 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.01 30 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/RSS_topic_feed.asp?FID=77 <![CDATA[The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : New Zealand's crazy fishing rules]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=137491&PID=1844649&title=new-zealands-crazy-fishing-rules#1844649 Author: 064pointbreak
Subject: New Zealand's crazy fishing rules
Posted: 14 Jan 2026 at 12:39am

Originally posted by Reel Deal Reel Deal wrote:

Tairua had its best whitebait season in in 75 years a couple years back. Pollution mainly from farm run off is the major issue also the mix of weather changes and pests. Eg slug snails mice eating eggs. 

Whitebait run up rivers months before and after season.  Can only be caught during daylight hours so only half of run can be targeted. And with the spacing and manning rules limits catch, most caught over weekends and when weather allows and some rivers can be weeks before conditions suit.

Agree commercial catching and selling by amateurs is wrong. But it ain’t the average bloke trying and only getting a cup if that on average. I’ve had kilo catches and many without a white bait. 

We have native species like Kawahai with no size limit etc. and their reduction is again commercial caused.

Strong consequences for polluting and ruining the water quality and strong policing will make the biggest difference.   

I agree with you.
I don't take kahawai, flounder, or other fish that are under a foot long, not only because they don't have enough meat, but to preserve the population. Everything's going down in flames...]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:39:38 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=137491&PID=1844649&title=new-zealands-crazy-fishing-rules#1844649 <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : Burley from dogfish]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140068&PID=1844530&title=burley-from-dogfish#1844530 Author: Alan L
Subject: Burley from dogfish
Posted: 09 Dec 2025 at 8:55pm

I would suspect any fishy smell will work. Def worth a shot.
I use mussel shells (packnsave) , cray bodies - by that I mean the empty shells.  (very good) and all the fish trimmings. Nothing wasted.
Alan
]]> Tue, 09 Dec 2025 20:55:13 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140068&PID=1844530&title=burley-from-dogfish#1844530 <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : Burley from dogfish]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140068&PID=1844523&title=burley-from-dogfish#1844523 Author: Fish Addict
Subject: Burley from dogfish
Posted: 08 Dec 2025 at 2:16pm

I can't say I've tried it but I have successfully used large strips of spurdog as bait for bluenose, it works well.
As a separate comment it is my understanding that if you freeze shark the ammonia taste / smell breaks down.
]]> Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:16:57 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140068&PID=1844523&title=burley-from-dogfish#1844523 <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : Burley from dogfish]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140068&PID=1844522&title=burley-from-dogfish#1844522 Author: RobHG
Subject: Burley from dogfish
Posted: 08 Dec 2025 at 2:04pm

The other day while hooking toomany dog fish I wondered about mincing them for burley.

Anyone tried it? Not sure if other fish would appreciate the ammonia taste]]> Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:04:55 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140068&PID=1844522&title=burley-from-dogfish#1844522 <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : old 8hp Suzuki out board]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140046&PID=1844362&title=old-8hp-suzuki-out-board#1844362 Author: Alan L
Subject: old 8hp Suzuki out board
Posted: 31 Oct 2025 at 8:43pm

Crud in the carburettor. Partially blocked jet, could be one problem. Starving for fuel.
Also make sure the fuel pump is working OK - primer bulb full when running? Squeeze it till hard. Any better? If so, could be fuel pump, or air leak on the line - bad O ring seal etc.
Alan
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Subject: old 8hp Suzuki out board
Posted: 31 Oct 2025 at 11:48am

Hey team
My boys have just got them self's a lil inflatable dingy with an 8 hp old type Suzuki
it start 3rd pull from cold a lil rough on idle reves well and quick in neutral but once in gear and under load the pick up is slow and doesn't seam to rev out
we are going to get some fresh fuel for it but is there any thing else we should look at as well  
thank you  in advance for your help  
]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:48:12 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140046&PID=1844357&title=old-8hp-suzuki-out-board#1844357 <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : 12ft boat]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140020&PID=1844200&title=12ft-boat#1844200 Author: Transformations
Subject: 12ft boat
Posted: 13 Sep 2025 at 1:10pm

Originally posted by JKJK JKJK wrote:

I’m also looking for a new small boat - must be super easy to launch, even here in Whangaparoa, Orewa, Hatfields where the beaches are incredibly shallow

Not getting the SW3500 - it’s a bit too small and sits really low in the water. Currently got a True Kit discovery and it’s a great little boat, but it’s like sitting on a surfboard, it’s really really low.

Ppl above who have a Fatcat, what’s it like in the shallows, can you drag it right to the waters edge and then easily push it back in again? Even on a 4500? Let me know please

My other possible choice is a kingfisher 390, that looks really good in the shallows

Cheers
Wink
Fatcat 4500 works fine in the shallows, if it does ground a bit the just wiggle the arse from side to side a bit and she comes unstuck. At Shelly beach if we come in at low with an incoming tide I ride her up onto the mud/sand at speed and just step off the bow. By the time I've got the trailer down and ready we just wiggle her back into the water and onto the trailer. 

I can launch and retrieve without getting water in my gumboots....unless I do something stupid Cry



]]> Sat, 13 Sep 2025 13:10:35 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140020&PID=1844200&title=12ft-boat#1844200 <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : 12ft boat]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140020&PID=1844198&title=12ft-boat#1844198 Author: Keith C
Subject: 12ft boat
Posted: 12 Sep 2025 at 10:05am

I can push and pull my Fatcat 4000 on and off the sand single-handedly with ease, and I am past retirement age. 20cm draft with motor up, so if you are willing to get your feet wet, you don't need to beach it.]]> Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:05:44 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140020&PID=1844198&title=12ft-boat#1844198 <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : 12ft boat]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140020&PID=1844197&title=12ft-boat#1844197 Author: JKJK
Subject: 12ft boat
Posted: 12 Sep 2025 at 9:50am

The other boat on my list is a stabi 1450 tiller version. Theres usually plenty available a couple years old with 50ish hours for a better price

There never seems to be any kingfisher 390/450 or fatcat 4000/4500 2nd hand available tho, I guess anyone who has one is holding on to it

Fatcat is top of my list for now mostly cos of how much space it has
]]> Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:50:16 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140020&PID=1844197&title=12ft-boat#1844197 <![CDATA[Newbies Corner : 12ft boat]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=140020&PID=1844196&title=12ft-boat#1844196 Author: Sufishent
Subject: 12ft boat
Posted: 12 Sep 2025 at 9:30am

Originally posted by JKJK JKJK wrote:


Btw have you seen the ramp at Hatfields lately?? It’s pretty rough with some seriously large chunks missing. I wouldn’t drive on it

No I haven't and thanks for the heads up. Were a few bits missing last time I was there so time to go and have another look
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