Fishing News

If you could save lives at sea and win BIG, would you be in?

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

Coastguard’s Summer Lottery 96 is open and tickets are selling fast. Buying your tickets couldn’t be easier. In just a few clicks you could not only have your tickets to be in to win 20 fantastic prizes but you’ll also be saving lives at sea...

Seeking help for school shark research

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

This information will be critical to efforts to conserve and protect this species in New Zealand waters.

10 things you need to know about the ocean this summer!

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

The world’s oceans are in trouble and humans are responsible, reports the Sustainable Seas National Science Challenge. According to their recent report, the state of NZ’s marine environment is declining.

Braking the Cycle - A Better Brake Controller

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

When ordering your next boat and trailer, make sure that the hydraulic brake actuator is compatible with the REDARC Tow-Pro Elite V3 so that you can utilise the absolute best in trailer braking performance.

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Tue, 12 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

If your boat broke down out on the water, would you pay a small fortune for a tow or attempt the long swim home?

Maritime NZ calls for Boaties to put Safety First as Boat Sales Skyrocket

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

With boat sales skyrocketing as Kiwis stay home this summer, Maritime NZ is urging boaties to get to grips with safety before heading out on the water.

Cockles, paua back in sea after MPI intervention

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

Almost 3,000 cockles and 150 undersized p?ua are back in the sea after successful interventions by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and Police...

How to trim your boat

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

Trimming your engine to optimise performance and ride is critical for a comfortable day on the water.

New NARVA Lights For Marine Use

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

NARVA has introduced a new ‘scene light’ in New Zealand that helps provide better illumination around emergency vehicles and for use on boats.

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Thu, 07 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

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Shimano Forcemaster 9000A Electric Reel

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

Sporting a new cosmetic for the 2021 season is the new Shimano Forcemaster 9000A electric reel..

Shirner Dyson becomes L&B's new marketing manager

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

Lusty & Blundell, New Zealand’s largest supplier of marine products and systems, has appointed Shirner Dyson as their new Marketing Manager.

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand and Toyota bring you "WHAT A BEAUT WIN A UTE"

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

For every $100 you spend in any Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Store you receive ONE entry in the draw to win...

Is your PLB up to the task?

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

Having now been approved as an official Battery Replacement Centre (BRC) for the Ocean Signal rescueME range, Lusty & Blundell is urging anyone with a PLB1 personal locator beacon to make sure their batteries are replaced if needed before summer.

Tauranga Sortfishing Club Raymarine TrailerBoat Tournament

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

The Tauranga Sortfishing Club Raymarine TrailerBoat Tournament is on the 15th and 16th January 2021 with some great prizes to be won...

Sealegs design wins gold

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

The highly innovative and distinctive Sealegs E4 electric amphibious boat was awarded the Gold Best Design Award at the recent annual Designers Institute of New Zealand awards ceremony.

TacklePro ProLine Copolymer Line

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 11:00:00 GMT

TacklePro ProLine is extruded from Japanese copolymer and offers a lower stretch factor than conventional monofilament while maintaining excellent shock strength...

Old Town Sportsman Bigwater PDL 132 kayak

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

With instant forward and reverse, manoeuvrability, and stability...

Raymarine CZone Plug and Play

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

With an existing config file onboard, the user can choose to build basic circuit pages without need for a dedicated graphics file...

Pool 12 landing net

Tue, 29 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

This handy trout landing net features a laminated wooden frame and rubberised mesh to minimise any damage to the fish...