by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 17, 2023 | Editor's pick, News
After an intense two-week battle, the pūteketeke Australasian crested grebe now wears the coveted Bird of the Century crown atop its burnt-orange mullet. While it began as an outside contender, the native lake bird snagged the title with the backing of...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 10, 2023 | Editor's pick, News
In a bid to encourage Kiwis to take up fishing and hunting, Fish & Game New Zealand unveiled their new public awareness initiative. Launched on 7 November 2023 in Christchurch, the Rewild campaign aims to showcase the many benefits of fishing and hunting,...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 2, 2023 | News
In a move to safeguard the region’s lakes from invasive pests, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council has launched a QR code initiative. This new system enables lake users to complete an online self-certification form by scanning the QR code at 18 boat ramps in the...
by Shannon Williams | Nov 2, 2023 | Editor's pick, News
The six marine reserves, located between Oamaru and The Catlins, are the first marine reserves in south-eastern South Island. It is a region that is home to endangered species, including the hoiho/yellow-eyed penguin, toroa/royal albatross, and the New Zealand sea...
by Shannon Williams | Oct 2, 2023 | News
The Green Party is vowing to create an independent Ocean Commission, put a green minister for oceans and fisheries in charge, and protect 30% of the ocean by 2030. “The Green Party has a rescue plan for the ocean – an Aotearoa-wide network for marine protected areas...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Oct 2, 2023 | Editor's pick, News
For three decades, the Sika Show Head Competition has been at the heart of New Zealand’s largest outdoor and hunting trade show. What started off as a small, organised gathering of passionate Sika hunters, who held a local competition for the best Sika heads taken...
