Welcome to the Fish & Game Fishing Knowledge Hub.
From trout to perch, discover what’s in our waters.
Anglers can fish everything from small spring creeks and backcountry streams through to large rivers, hydro canals, and lakes.
The timing of your fishing can have a major influence on both your success and the fishing opportunities available.
Across New Zealand there are hundreds of accessible fishing locations.
When it comes to fishing equipment, the gear you need will vary depending on the type of fishing you intend to do.
Understand the regulations that keep fishing sustainable.
An introduction to bait fishing for trout.
Spin fishing is one of the most popular and accessible ways to catch trout in New Zealand.
Soft bait fishing has become increasingly popular with trout anglers in recent years.
Target perch, tench, and rudd using specialised techniques.
Fly fishing is a highly effective and rewarding way to target trout in New Zealand.
Trolling remains one of the most popular and effective methods of catching trout from boats in New Zealand's lakes.
Jigging is a boat-based technique used to target trout in New Zealand’s deeper lakes, where trout often feed on schools of smelt.
Long before fish finders, lead-core lines and downriggers became common, anglers were catching trout consistently using a simple technique k…
One approach that is often overlooked is simply casting and retrieving lures or soft baits.
Hooking, landing, harvesting, and releasing fish are all important skills for anglers to learn.
Understanding how trout and other sports fish behave is a key part of becoming a more successful angler.
Fishing is a fantastic activity to share with children and young people.
Preparing a fish that you have caught yourself and sharing it with friends and family is one of the most rewarding parts of fishing.
From catch to table: delicious ways to enjoy fresh fish
Protect Our Waterways: How you can help to stop invasive pests
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It is a legal requirement to have the appropriate fishing licence when fishing for sports fish in New Zealand freshwater. It is also a legal…