Hot marlin season and good prospects for snapper and kingfish as the fishing moves to deeper water later this month.

Snapper are on the chew as dropping sea temps and autumn workups combine for some epic fishing across the Gulf.

Expect an increase in active fishing opportunities, with abundant snapper in the harbour post-spawning, along with kingfish, trevally, and kahawai, while flounder and grey mullet also offer rewarding catches, either through netting or spearing, amidst various fishing methods and local regulations.

Mid-Spring Coromandel update near the Mercury Islands from keen yak fisherman, Scott Macdonnell

Local fishing remains productive, with solid harbour catches of snapper and trevally, improving deep-water tarakihi action, and reports of massive tuna past White Island.

Snapper fishing has been great in shallow waters, while game fishing remains strong with marlin, yellowfin, and bluefin tuna all active.

An interview introduction to new fishing reporter Amber Clarke and Cory from Touchwood Fishing Charters in Gisborne

The great lake is yielding quality catches, with jigging currently favoured by anglers and cooler weather bringing trolling back into play.

A crisp West Coast mission to Makara delivered solid cod, chunky kahawai, a couple of JDs—and even some bonus crayfish.

Welcome to the first fishing update from d'Urville Island Wilderness Resort. We've seen impressive kingfish hauls lately and the usual rich variety of seafood for both anglers and spearfishers.