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Fishing policy a trade-off says Jones, but misinformation is in his gunsights.
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Auckland Fish Market could be sold and turned into waterfront apartments
The Fish Market started in 1904 selling fresh fish and seafood.
Twelve-metre monster: Rare juvenile shark rescued by beachgoers could grow to be huge, expert says
Perhaps swimmers and beachgoers should be a bit careful this summer.
Potential battle brewing over foreign investment
Winston Peters wants Act to convince him loosening foreign investment rules is worth it.
Paradise regained: What the Hauraki Gulf could look like in the year 2173
Scientists imagine a thriving Hauraki Gulf 150 years from now. Here's how it could happen.
Shellfish ban to last for weeks or months, flooding mooted as toxin cause
NZ Food Safety says flooding could have added nutrients that are causing the toxin.
What is Ngāi Tahu’s game plan for the Sanford fishing company?
Director churn and an interim CEO pick raises questions about the iwi's agenda.
Sanford has highest revenue result in five years
Sanford's focus on three areas, as result follows two director departure announcements.
Sanford director departures in 'very different circumstances' - chairman
Sanford remains in compliance with NZX listing rules, says Sir Rob McLeod.
Paralytic shellfish toxins extend to East Cape
Toxins in mussels from Tolaga Bay were found to be 11 times over the safe eating limit.
Sanford directors jump ship, one cites shareholder actions
And a question emerges over a director's role as the interim CEO.
'Not worried': Aucklanders ignore safety warnings to fish in polluted harbour
Extensive water testing in the harbour will continue until at least Christmas.
Kai Ika Project diverts over 365,000kg of kaimoana from landfill
"Cans for Kai is more than just a fundraiser - it promotes the value of recycling."
Big catch: The $3000-a-night NZ fishing lodge bought by global luxury operator
The Nelson fly-fishing lodge is internationally famous.
Surfcasters line Napier beach for kahawai competition
The winning kahawai, weighing in at 2.56kg, was caught by Dion Jeffares.
Poacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fishery
A boat and dive gear were seized and the man is likely to face prosecution.
Fishermen fined $10,500 after catching 348 fish in Hauraki Gulf
A group of five people caught 348 fish in one day.
Government announces six new South Island marine reserves
The new reserves will increase protection around the mainland.
NZ King Salmon sizzles in latest result
Fewer fish dying prematurely, company says turnaround gaining steam.
Sealord says new deal will make it biggest seafood company
Fish n' chip shop became a major company. Now Sealord wants it.
Sunk: 'NZ's favourite fishing store' TopCatch owes $3m+
'The fish are cunning, be prepared,' the store says on social media.
Net loss: Double rāhui for Hawke's Bay whitebait ahead of season opening
A whitebait ban is in place - and a stalwart is not happy with the timing.
'Worst we’ve seen': Serial poacher sentenced for repeatedly pilfering Auckland marine reserve
The fisherman was caught in the act eight times.
Regional council detects rare fish in Hawke's Bay using DNA traces
Rare native fish a thrilling find in Wairoa.
Wellington chippy insolvent, blames Covid and Parliament protest
The fish and chip venue received $30,000 in funding following the anti-mandate protest.
Deep-sea mining tussle pits some against China
Financial Times: Crunch talks amid drive to extract critical minerals from ocean depths.
Deadly waters: Urgent call for new lifejacket laws after 'staggering' stats
Coastguard boss says too many volunteers have had to "pull dead bodies from the sea".
Sanford to sell inshore fishing business
Salmon powers up country's biggest seafood company performance.
Bunnings caught short: Pinged for under-sized snapper in BBQ ad
Bunnings agrees to yank ad showing friends cooking undersized fish on beach.
Holy mackerel: The $7 can of fish
Fishy business: The days of premium canned mackerel seem to have arrived.
Scientists can't explain why these ‘freaky-looking’ fish are washing up
Several scaleless fish with fanged jaws and huge eyes have washed up on US beaches.
‘A bit sick’: Locals react to campaign saying eating fish is the same as eating cats
Telegraph: The billboard urges viewers to "sea things in a different light".
Couple dies after eating poisonous puffer fish for lunch
Grieving daughter delivers a grim warning for seafood lovers.
Fishing contest ready to ride waves
The competition launches from the Castlecliff slipway on Saturday and Sunday.