How To Catch
How to Catch highlights 16 of New Zealand's most sought-after recreational species and shines a light on the best methods for targeting them successfully.
For beginner anglers, this resource provides fundamental information about species’ life histories, behaviours, and specific fishing techniques. For more experienced anglers, it may serve as a reminder of the many alternative methods and species that are available in our backyard.
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Fishing Reports Visit Reports
Canterbury Fishing Report - 23/07/26
Lake fishing strong July is close to an end, our duck season is closing this... Read More >
Northland Fishing Report - 23/07/26
Inshore snapper fishing heating up It’s officially past the halfway point of winter, and the... Read More >
Bream Bay Fishing Report - 23/07/26
Winter kahawai abound Kahawai and kingfish have ‘invaded’ Bream Bay over the last few weeks,... Read More >
Inner Hauraki Gulf Fishing Report - 23/07/26
Choose a spot and stick with it Why the chill factor of the wind affects... Read More >
Outer Hauraki Gulf Fishing Report 23/07/26
Options Galore at Great Barrier The outlook for this weekend looks pretty dire for heading... Read More >
Raglan Fishing Report - 23/07/26
Fat snapper in 70-80m The excellent winter snapper fishing continues out wide in 70-80m. These... Read More >