Bay of IslandsFebruary 13, 2024Hot marlin season and good prospects for snapper and kingfish as the fishing moves to deeper water later this month.Supplied by Darren Knapping
Hauraki GulfNovember 29, 2024 Bryde's whales are moving closer to Auckland, making for exciting fishing opportunities in the Hauraki Gulf, with solid snapper, kingfish, and kahawai catches to be had.Supplied by Grant Bittle
Manukau / Auckland West CoastJanuary 19, 2024Expect 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.Supplied by Michael 'Smudge' Parker
Northern Coromandel PeninsularOctober 11, 2023Mid-Spring Coromandel update near the Mercury Islands from keen yak fisherman, Scott MacdonnellSupplied by Scott MacDonnell
Bay of PlentyOctober 11, 2024 As the water temperature rises, local fishing across harbour and deeper ocean areas is improving, offering diverse catches from snapper to kingfish amid more manageable sea conditions.Supplied by Russ Hawkins
Kawhia / RaglanNovember 29, 2024The fishing is excellent right now, with quick limits of snapper, good-sized gurnard and kahawai, and productive bait options for those looking to catch big.Supplied by Rob Fitzgerald
Tairawhiti / GisborneSeptember 22, 2023An interview introduction to new fishing reporter Amber Clarke and Cory from Touchwood Fishing Charters in GisborneSupplied by Amber Main & Mike Clarke
Central North Island - FreshwaterApril 3, 2024The great lake is yielding quality catches, with jigging currently favoured by anglers and cooler weather bringing trolling back into play.Supplied by Hunting and Fishing Taupo
Wellington / KapitiNovember 1, 2024An early start on the east coast led to a successful day of fishing, with plenty of blue cod, gurnard, kahawai, and even pāua in ideal conditions.Supplied by Jason Grimmett
Nelson / MarlboroughNovember 10, 2023Welcome 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.Supplied by Craig Tatnell