Fishing
Golden Reflections
John Knight reckons he has shot and killed thousands animals during his hunting career, but decided to call it a day after being involved in a helicopter accident while hunting near Karamea. Once he…
AudioSea Urchins and Their 'Landscape of Fear'
Do sea urchins live in a 'landscape of fear' and is the mere presence of predatory crayfish and snapper enough to change their behaviour? Video, Audio
Sea Urchins and Their 'Landscape of Fear'
Do sea urchins live in a 'landscape of fear' and is the mere presence of predatory crayfish and snapper enough to change their behaviour?
Video, AudioAotearoa Fisheries backing new fishing net technology
New Zealand's largest Maori-owned fisheries company is fully behind a brand new fishing net it says could revolutionise the industry. Audio
Ban on set nets in Akaroa Harbour unlikely
A total ban on recreational set nets to protect Hectors dolphins in Akaroa Harbour seems unlikely. Audio
Sustainable fishing net improves catch
The listed fishing company, Sanford, says a new sustainable fishing method developed in New Zealand has huge commercial potential. Audio
Black Petrels - New Zealand's Most At-Risk Seabird
Black petrels are a common sight at sea in the Hauraki Gulf, and are at risk from being accidentally caught by recreational and commercial fishers Audio
Black Petrels - New Zealand's Most At-Risk Seabird
Black petrels are a common sight at sea in the Hauraki Gulf, and are at risk from being accidentally caught by recreational and commercial fishers
AudioNZ called on to provide more support for future of PI fisheries
The future of coastal fishing in the Pacific Islands is up for debate this week, and the pressure's on New Zealand to help with more research. Audio
Recreational fishers urge action on massive in-shore decline
New Zealand Angling and Casting Association, Legasea Hawkes Bay, Hawkes Bay sportsfishing club and the Pania Surfcasting club have been gathering data on their catches in Hawkes Bay for the past 8… Audio
Busting Paua Smugglers
They're busy busting "PBM" or poaching black market with the "black gold" paua-smuggling rings. Lynda Chanwai-Earle spends a day following the men and women working hard to protect our coastlines as… Audio
NZ sends icebreaker to rescue fishing boat
An Australian fishing boat is trapped in Antarctic ice, and rescue coordinators in New Zealand are sending an American icebreaker to free it. Audio
Catch of the day
Every time Auckland couple Sue and Scott Tindale throw their fishing lines over the side, they are trying to hook yet another record. And with over 200 approved and pending world records to their… Audio
Notorious fishing trawler likely to try to leave Otago Harbour
A notorious fishing trawler which ran aground last night in Otago Harbour on its final voyage is expected to try to leave again before the weekend. Audio
Food: Sustainable fish
Shaun Clouston from Logan Brown talks about the best ways to ensure the fish you eat is sustainable. Recipe: Grilled Yellowtail Kingfish and Tuscan Bread Salad Audio
Design for life
Many New Zealanders are getting old, and they're being told it's time to make New Zealand homes easier to live in. Audio
HMNZS Wellington - Lieutenant Commander Graham MacLean
The New Zealand Navy has had a busy time of it during its surveillance patrol in the Southern Ocean. The Offshore Patrol Vessel HMNZS Wellington confronted three vessels said to be fishing illegally… Audio
Veteran Fish and Game ranger hangs up his waders
Fish and Game's longest serving ranger is retiring after 49 years patrolling what he calls the Wild West. Audio
Fish and Game salvaging trout from dried up rivers
A looming drought in the South Island has brought a few F words to the forefront, - farmers, fires, and now, fish. Audio
Fishing industry critical calling on Govt
The fishing industry is calling on the Government to stamp out illegal fishing. Audio