How To Catch

Export How to Catch highlights 16 of New Zealand's most sought-after recreational species and shines a light on the best methods for targeting them successfully. 

For beginner anglers, this resource provides fundamental information about species’ life histories, behaviours, and specific fishing techniques. For more experienced anglers, it may serve as a reminder of the many alternative methods and species that are available in our backyard.

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Fishing Reports Visit Reports

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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