Fly Fishing in the Wairarapa

Marlborough writer Tony Orman highlights two summer windfalls of terrestrials that can drive trout to dogged, selective feeding and anglers to despair.

The adventurous fly fisherman prepared to put on a backpack and hiking boots and head into the hills can find some of the best trout fishing in the country, and there are plenty of opportunities to hunt out hidden places which offer special experiences. But there are some pitfalls and careful preparation and thought should be invested before setting out.

As our fly-fishing water becomes more crowded it can lead to frustration between parties, but a little commonsense and courtesy goes a long way and there are some things you can do to prevent friction.

A tale of a lost rod, a recovered fish, getting very lucky and then not so lucky. Fortune favours the bold but can equally take the prize away.

When the wind ruffles the surface of the lake and the trout are chasing smelt it is time to get out the harling gear. The best months on the Rotorua-Taupo lakes are November and December, but with a little experimenting fish can be caught throughout the year.

New ban on gathering shellfish, seaweed and rockpool life now in force on Hauraki Gulf coast north of Auckland. Fines up to $100,000. Check the rules.

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Auckland boatie David Yeong shares his love of fishing and why NZ's incredible waters are worth protecting.

Fishing rules change often, make sure you know what the current rules are wherever you’re fishing by downloading the NZ Fishing Rules app.

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