by Esha Chanda | Jul 9, 2020 | Editor's pick, Features, Fishing
Most people in the industry know Karl Warr, owner of Better Fishing, who became the first fisherman in the world to live stream his catch. I will not hesitate to say this: we need more people like Warr. He has done what the New Zealand government has not been able to...
by Esha Chanda | Jul 3, 2020 | Editor's pick, Features, Fishing
By the end of June, New Zealand fishing boats were supposed to carry cameras. Then, the deadline was extended. And this isn’t the first time the rollout date has been moved since cameras were first proposed by the National-led government following concerns over...
by Esha Chanda | Jun 16, 2020 | Features, Hunting, NZ made
With New Zealand borders shut due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses relying on tourism have been hit hard. “While we have a good Kiwi client base, overseas tourism is a big part of our business, especially fly fishing,” says NZ Hunting Guide owner...
by Esha Chanda | Jun 11, 2020 | Features, Fishing, NZ made
When New Zealand was given a 48-hour notice leading up to the lockdown, the team at Allan Tongs Boatbuilders also retreated to their bubbles. “We have had to close down the workshop over the Level 4 lockdown but opened again with the recommended safety measures in...
by Esha Chanda | Jun 10, 2020 | Features, Fishing, NZ made
The impact of COVID-19 has seen a rush of loyalty and pride in New Zealand-owned and operated businesses, with many that have previously flown under the radar gaining momentum with a population wishing to support local. And that is what New Zealand needs right now....
