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Trout key indicator of waterway health

Recent drift dive surveys of one of Wellington’s main river systems – the Hutt River – suggests the water quality in the catchment is okay, though concerns remain around low flows and water quality issues in the lower reaches, according to Fish & Game.

Water quality - time for talk is over

Fish & Game NZ says a report released today by the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment (PCE) makes it clear that the time for talk about what’s impacting water quality in New Zealand is over and urgent action is required.

Fish & Game sponsors women ‘Casting for Recovery’

The charitable organisation which runs fly fishing retreats for women recuperating from breast cancer – Casting for Recovery – has been given a boost by Fish & Game NZ teaming up as a sponsor.

Fish & Game Leads Wetland Conservation

As one of the lead agencies in the conservation and creation of wetlands, Fish & Game New Zealand is strongly committed to working towards the development of more of these threatened ecosystems throughout the country.

Clean Water Message Hits Road

Fish & Game’s ‘Live Trout Truck’ – used to transport fish raised at the Rotorua hatchery – is an eye-catching mobile billboard helping push an environmental message.

Rivers Report Hits The Mark

Fish & Game agrees with the findings of a report released today which says the protection of New Zealand’s finite stock of rivers has been neglected...

Education Key To A Strong Access Culture

Access to the outdoors is part of the New Zealand way of life. And with a good few weeks of the Kiwi summer still ahead of us, there’s no better time to enjoy it.

Audit Raises Concerns Over 'Clean Streams' Credibility

The credibility of Fonterra’s annual reporting on the Clean Streams Accord has been cast into serious doubt after an independent audit of one of the Accord’s key measures exposed a major discrepancy.

Future Farming Ethos Must Be Embraced

Fish & Game welcomes the launch of the new Future Farming Centre at Lincoln University as a bold step towards addressing the environmental impact of agriculture in NZ.

MAF Update On Lamprey Disease

The following is the latest information from MAF regarding the investigation into bacterial illness in lamprey/kanakana. These are also known to North Island iwi as piharau.

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