Kawhia / Raglan

fishing report

October 8, 2020

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Kawhia & Raglan 8 October

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Things are definitely heating up out west, and most days we are achieving limits or very close to them for snapper. The reds can still be a bit choosey on the baits at times, and we are finding bonito seems to be the best flavour, closely followed by the good old trusty barrcouta.

This is a bit of a stinker of a bait to deal with, but seems to catch the bigger models and the little fellas can’t pick it off as easily.

Most snapper are really good conditioned west coast pannies, with a few coming in around the 10-15 lb mark just to keep it interesting.

Gurnard are running hot also, and we are often catching two at once. The size is XXL! Great big thumping carrots, yum.

Kingfish are starting to show up also now, which is a welcome addition and a sign spring is making its way into summer.

There are plenty of jack mackerel hanging about obviously attracting the kingfish.

Spiney dogs have been absent this week which is great.

We have not yet seen many workups, but they could will be worth a look if you stumble across them.

Most fishing is happening around the late 40 to early 50 meters straight off the bar leads. Swell is looking good for the next week but the easterlies are looking a bit fresh.

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Cheers

Rob

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Rob Fitzgerald is owner and skipper of Venturer Fishing Charters, operating out of Kawhia.

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Check Venturer Fishing Charters Kawhia out on Facebook or online - www.venturerfishingcharterskawhia.co.nz

For tackle, tips and charter options contact Rob Fitzgerald.

Ph 07 8711717 or 0272544589 or email robjac@xtra.co.nz

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March 27, 2024

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February 27, 2024

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February 22, 2024

Fishing off Marakopa in deeper waters has been unexpectedly productive, with excellent catches of snapper and a standout game fishing season, despite an unusual shift from traditional closer-in spots.

February 1, 2024

Fishing south of Kawhia continues to be productive, with barracouta strips proving top bait, although upcoming strong winds and 5-meter swells suggest a pause in fishing activities this weekend.

January 25, 2024

Tough fishing near Kawhia has improved, with successful catches of snapper, gurnard, and kahawai, and the anticipation of marlin closer to shore as water conditions continue to be favourable.

January 11, 2024

A mix of great and challenging fishing days off Marakopa with catches of snapper, gurnard, kahawai, and kingfish, and anticipates a promising marlin season ahead.

December 15, 2023

Recent fishing trips have been highly successful, with quick limits of average-sized snapper and plenty of gurnard...

December 1, 2023

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November 17, 2023

Exceptional fishing off Albatross Point has yielded up to 170 snapper in under two hours, with a variety of baits effective and settled weather promising great conditions for upcoming west coast fishing trips.