by F&O NEWS DESK | Aug 20, 2021 | Editor's pick, News
The inaugural Feral Goat Hunting Competition planned by the Department of Conservation (DOC) and New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions. The New Zealand Government announced the re-emergence of COVID-19 in the...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Aug 20, 2021 | Editor's pick, News
The number of breeding pairs of New Zealand’s threatened whio (Blue Duck) has almost tripled over the last 10 years, according to a survey released by the Department of Conservation (DOC). There are now 863 whio breeding pairs living in eight protected sites...
by Fred Hemi | Aug 11, 2021 | Editor's pick, Features, Fishing
Whitebaiting is an exciting time of the year for those who are hooked into the spring-time pastime. Be warned, it can be challenging in the extreme. Some seasons see poor runs while others result in whitebait in large shoals moving into river mouths. Catching...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Aug 6, 2021 | Editor's pick, News
New Zealand is set to host a world-first superyacht sport fishing competition in the Bay of Islands next year. The fishing competition, held prior to the NZ Millennium Cup superyacht regatta, will be open to yachts over 24 metres, with entry for up to five anglers per...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Aug 3, 2021 | Book reviews, Editor's pick
Pick of the month BeachcombingCeridwen FraserOtago University Press$30Reviewed by Esha Chanda If you’ve ever walked along a beach, peering and poking at the weird and wonderful things that wash up on the shore, you’ll find this new book by marine biologist Ceridwen...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Jul 29, 2021 | Archive, Editor's pick
A new funding boost, a new hunting competition, new fishing rules for salmon, and a new boat sharing service – our latest issue is packed with the latest news and happenings. Our cover story this month takes a look at the massive $700,000 boost from the Government for...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Jul 29, 2021 | Editor's pick, Features, Hunting
Feathers – The Game Larder by José Souto and photographer Steve Lee is a passionate production covering the preparation of a range of game birds, guiding the reader through the journey from sky to fork. He shares some handy tips on game cooking. Mallard, Anas...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Jul 29, 2021 | Editor's pick, Features, Hunting
The below recipe is from José Souto’s new book Feathers – The Game Larder Serves 3–4 Ingredients 1 pheasant breast2 wood pigeon breasts1 whole mallard duck150g Cumberland (i.e. herby) sausagemeat Method Remove the skin and inner fillets from both the pheasant...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Jul 29, 2021 | Editor's pick, News
Planning a day out on the water just got easier with shared-use boating service Skipperi that was officially launched in Auckland on 22 July with the blessing from local Māori iwi. The boat sharing service, which was established in Finland in 2017 and now has 300...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Jul 28, 2021 | News
Feral goats across a swathe of the central North Island are the target of a new hunting competition launched by the Department of Conservation (DOC) and New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA). The competition will be held for the first time from 14 August to 4...
