by F&O NEWS DESK | Jun 1, 2022 | Editor's pick, News
While sunshine and light winds across the country might have been in the duck’s favour, it didn’t stop hunters from celebrating the traditional first Saturday in May, the Opening Day of the game bird hunting season. The warm, wet summer had contributed to increased...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Jun 1, 2022 | Editor's pick, News
Whanganui’s Bushy Park Tarapuruhi sanctuary is home once again to a flock of long-lost residents, the pōpokotea whitehead. The predator-free sanctuary, a partnership between Forest & Bird, Bushy Park Trust, and local iwi members of Ngaa Rauru Kiitahi, welcomed 52...
by F&O NEWS DESK | May 25, 2022 | Editor's pick, Features, Fishing
When it comes to making the most of what New Zealand’s landscape has to offer, outdoor enthusiast Angelo Georgalli has a keen eye for detail – and for crafting delicious recipes around game birds, waterfowl and freshwater fish.It’s no surprise to learn that the...
by Ben Hope | May 25, 2022 | Editor's pick, Features, Hunting
A good dog, reasonable weather, and a successful day are three factors that go to make for a good duck or pheasant shoot. Dogs are just top company whether fishing or hunting but particularly for duck shooting. Dogs are positive, never grumble, and enjoy any outing. A...
by F&O NEWS DESK | May 6, 2022 | Editor's pick, Features, Fishing
The traditional diet of many Mediterranean countries is heavy in fish, tomatoes, olive oil, and hummus. My father, a Cypriot Greek, would have absolutely loved this recipe. Papa, this one’s for you! FISH1 perch fillet, skin off2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1...
by F&O NEWS DESK | May 6, 2022 | Editor's pick, News
Six anglers are set to cast off and represent Sports Fly Fishing New Zealand (SFFNZ) at the Worlds and Masters Championships later this year. The 41st World Fly Fishing Championship will be held in Asturias, Spain, from 25 September to 2 October, and will feature four...
