Regional Updates

Hot marlin season and good prospects for snapper and kingfish as the fishing moves to deeper water later this month.

Prime snapper fishing in the Hauraki Gulf is heating up as early summer approaches, with great action for snapper, kingfish, and kahawai across various depths and methods.

Expect 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.

Mid-Spring Coromandel update near the Mercury Islands from keen yak fisherman, Scott Macdonnell

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.

Recent improved weather has led to successful fishing trips off Aotea, with great snapper catches, including some over 10 lb, despite occasional slow feeding due to spawning.

An interview introduction to new fishing reporter Amber Clarke and Cory from Touchwood Fishing Charters in Gisborne

The great lake is yielding quality catches, with jigging currently favoured by anglers and cooler weather bringing trolling back into play.

An 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.

Welcome 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.