by Tony Orman | Nov 30, 2020 | Editor's pick, Features, Fishing
It’s that time of the year when kahawai come into river mouths, giving great sport to many Kiwi anglers. To the seasoned trout fly fisherman, it’s a chance to get superb sport on a fly rod. Kahawai is a Maori name, which means ‘brave’ or ‘strong’ (kaha) water (wai). ...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 20, 2020 | Archive, Editor's pick
The latest issue of F&O is now out and if you want to receive the next one straight in your inbox, subscribe to our free digital edition here. Kiwis have spoken, and the new Bird of the Year has been chosen. Only this time, we’ve seen an unprecedented win...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 17, 2020 | Editor's pick, News
A multi-day event in Waiheke saw 76 people from diverse interests come together to find agreed ways to protect and regenerate the island’s marine environment. Titled Future Search, the event was organised by the Waiheke Marine Project (WMP), who invited mana whenua,...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 16, 2020 | Editor's pick, News
In the third most-anticipated and most-watched election this year, New Zealand’s moss-coloured flightless parrot has made history by climbing to the top spot for the second time in Forest & Bird’s annual Te Manu Rongonui o Te Tau/Bird of the Year competition....
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 12, 2020 | Editor's pick, News
Taking place from 14 to 22 November, Get Outdoors Week is a national campaign that is encouraging Kiwis to get out and explore the great outdoors. “If you’ve been thinking about getting the family off the couch and into adventure mode, then this is the week to...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 11, 2020 | Editor's pick, News
Amaltal Fishing Company Ltd was found guilty of illegal bottom trawling in Hikurangi Marine Reserve, off the coast of Kaikōura. Judge Rielly’s reserved decision comes months after the hearing that took place in August where the Talley’s-owned company had pleaded not...
