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 17, 2023 | Book reviews
Pick of the month Fishes of AotearoaPaul CaigerPotton & Burton$79.99 Here’s a worthy addition to your Christmas shopping list. Dive into the rich marine tapestry of our country with Paul Caiger’s Fishes of Aotearoa. The book celebrates the diverse underwater world...
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 3, 2023 | Archive, Editor's pick
In early October, the (then) government announced six new marine reserves in the South Island after a decade in making. While the news was met with enthusiasm from the Green Party and conservation group Forest & Bird, it raised concerns among recreational fishers,...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 2, 2023 | Editor's pick, Features
With warmer days ahead, make summer entertaining easy with chef Sid Sahrawat’s Cassia at Home range of Indian sauces – simply cook your favourite protein or vegetable, add the sauce, heat, and eat. The Cassia at Home range includes four flavoursome sauces: Korma (a...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 2, 2023 | Features, Fishing
For 25 years, fishing has been a significant part of both my professional endeavours and personal life. During that time, there are so many days I can recall that I didn’t quite enjoy as much as I should have. The pressure I put on myself to get my PB (personal best)...
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 F&O NEWS DESK | Oct 5, 2023 | Archive, Editor's pick
It’s official: El Niño is here. The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) declared the official arrival of the weather event and said New Zealand will see dramatic temperature swings over the next few months, with periods of unseasonable...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Oct 2, 2023 | Book reviews
Pick of the month New Zealand’s Biggest YearHarry Boorman with Felicity Boorman$39.99John Beaufoy PublishingReviewed by Steve Atkinson I wouldn’t have picked this book to be a winner but couldn’t help getting drawn into Harry’s big year, which was dedicated to...
