Fly Fishing in the Wairarapa

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.

Temporary biosecurity measures are in place for popular Rotorua trout fishing lake from Sunday the 1st of October

This movie tells the story of Alex Waller, a driven fly angler pursuing his dream of meshing the sport he loves with the necessity of making a living. He travels around New Zealand documenting his fly fishing lifestyle on YouTube to a growing audience. It's a great watch with plenty of good action, and a true life story of someone passionate enough to actually live the dream. Enjoy

One of the most underrated yet crucial tools in any fisherman's kit is a sharp knife. A finely honed blade makes all the difference when it comes to preparing bait, filleting your catch, or performing any other cutting task at sea.

Test your dive skills with our two minute test.

The government’s Fisheries Reform 2025 may impact your success as a recreational fisher—have your say before it's too late!

Rod grip is step one and lays the foundation for consistent, productive mechanical jigging.

Here’s a quick free tutorial for you on this important but often overlooked key aspect - get the best from your gear and catch the fish:

NZ Boat Register's NFC Boat ID Tags provide a simple, secure way to identify lost or stolen watercraft without exposing personal details.