Marine

Lake Taupō could reach record water levels

Flooding and high water levels could be coming for people on the shores of Lake Taupō and near the Waikato River, and roadworks near Taupō are postponed until... Read More

Advice to aid undersize fish survival rates

As people enjoy fishing the Bay of Plenty's blue this summer, fresh information has surfaced that could help recreational anglers save hundreds of thousands of... Read More

Waka Ama buzz on Lake Karāpiro

The 2023 Waka Ama Sprint National Championships is underway. With the last championships being held in January 2021, national titles are definitely up for grabs... Read More

Niwa team off to Antarctica

A team of scientists from the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research are aboard the research vessel Tangaroa for a six-week voyage to Antarctica. Their... Read More

Boaties encouraged to do their bit

Locals and manuhiri/visitors alike are being reminded to thoroughly clean their vessels to stop the spread of invasive pests in Rotorua lakes. Te Arawa Lakes... Read More

Operation Neptune in full swing again this weekend

With weather conditions expected to improve, Operation Neptune will be patrolling Waikato waters again this weekend. For three weeks over the Christmas holiday... Read More

Three-day rāhui at Huka Falls following death

A thee-day ban or rāhui has been put in place on the waters at the Huka Falls following a death there, says a Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board spokesperson. ... Read More

How leaving the dog at home could be a lifesaver

A senior Surf Lifesaving manager has warned beachgoers to consider leaving the pooch at home - as it could save their lives. Eastern region Surf Lifesaving manager... Read More

Stay safe in the water - Kia haumaru i te wai

As the weather warms up, many of us flock to New Zealand's beautiful beaches, lakes and rivers but it's also when several people get into trouble. "Sadly,... Read More

Fish & Game provide ‘how-to’ fishing knowledge

Fish & Game are providing a free talk and demonstration on improving trout anglers' boat fishing skills and knowledge this summer. This year the event is set... Read More

Fish & Game Council change opening day dates

The traditional trout fishing opening date is back in place following a recent meeting of the Eastern Fish & Game Council. At the meeting, it was resolved to... Read More

Streams open for fishing today

Today marks an important date in the calendar of keen trout fishers around the region. Several Eastern Region streams, which have remained closed because of... Read More