New ZealandCoromandel scallop fishery to stay shutOceans and Fisheries Minister Stuart Nash made the decision based on new survey info.19 Mar 10:38 PM
New Zealand'Freaked out': Poacher caught with 250 pāua fled fisheries officers by running into the seaPāua poacher sprung at checkpoint fled into the sea with suitcases of shellfish.15 Mar 05:02 AM
New ZealandSensitive fishing data to be kept from public at appeal hearingData on fishing in fragile marine area in the South Island to remain confidential.08 Mar 10:03 PM
WorldChilly bin to the rescue for stranded fishermenThe fishermen were unhurt, just disappointed that the beer couldn't be saved.06 Mar 12:51 AM
KahuReefs 'teeming with life' found on Pātea seabed amid mining caseNiwa says the reefs are rich with thriving plants and animals.09 Feb 09:15 PM
ConstructionTen post-settlement iwi have $8.1b assets: new reportSecond and third wealthiest iwi changed rankings from 2021 to 2022.05 Feb 11:18 PM
EnvironmentEx-Ocean Race sailor turns focus to exposing NZ coast's underwater beauty, environmental emergencyGareth Cooke wants more people to see the wonders - and devastation - on the ocean floor.23 Jan 03:09 AM
New ZealandFocus: Gareth Cooke on Project Kahurangi launch Project Kahurangi is New Zealand's first marine conservation digital library. Video / NZ Herald / Supplied Watch10 Jan 11:53 PM
New ZealandStrange snapper: Milky-fleshed fish alarm holiday anglersFisheries New Zealand said it is working to determine the cause of the problem.27 Dec 10:17 PM
KahuSome Māori risking lives to provide seafood for whānauMāori over-represented in Aotearoa's drowning statistics.20 Dec 05:43 PM
KahuProfitable year for Māori fishing companyMoana NZ pays iwi after $12 million profit19 Dec 09:15 PM
OpinionOpinion: Ngai Tahu concerns for native taonga with ocean warming and acidificationOPINION: The marine realm is witnessing the largest climate impacts.19 Dec 09:08 PM
New ZealandWatch: Angler lands 464kg black marlin at PaihiaWeigh-in of a 464kg black marlin at Paihia, landed by Ross Tuydor on board Raptor. Video / Bay of Islands Swordfish Club Watch18 Dec 08:41 PM
KahuRāhui banning blackfoot pāua take from Pōrangahau reef in placeConcerns have been raised about depleted stock of kaimoana for the community.14 Dec 04:46 AM
PoliticsUS court halts imports of fish caught in Māui dolphin habitatRecent estimates show just 48 to 64 individual dolphins over the age of one remain.29 Nov 06:48 AM
New ZealandBluff company fined $40k, banned from fishing for pāuaPermanent forfeiture of the vessel to be decided through Civil Court.26 Nov 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance$2b raid: How emergency Covid funds were redirected to bolster Budget '22Former Treasury adviser says it was an “accounting trick”.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSalmon declining as water warms in DunedinCatching salmon in Otago Harbour is likely coming to an end.15 Nov 09:28 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessKiwi garage inventor snapped up in sport fishing revolutionLaid up in hospital once for weeks, he wondered if he’d ever get a chance to fish again.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCaught out: Pair pinged over blue cod plunderFishermen fined, boat forfeited after pair lie about why they had more fish than allowed.27 Oct 07:53 PM
New ZealandCatch of the day: MPI snares skipper and boat in marine reserveFishing vessel tows net for 11km through marine reserve.13 Oct 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumVideoFocus: Russian crews fill NZ fishing boats as war rages in UkraineNew Zealand’s multi-million dollar deep-sea fishing industry depends heavily on Russian fishermen to crew its boats. It's not illegal, but is it ethical? Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Oct 06:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSpecial investigation: While war rages, should NZ still allow Russian crews on Kiwi-flagged fishing boats?Immigration Minister urges Kiwi fishing companies to reconsider using Russian crews.07 Oct 04:00 PM
Sport'Where's your crown now?': Fishing champions confronted for cheatingUS fishing champs accused of cheating in elite competition - with damning video evidence.02 Oct 03:30 AM
BusinessNZ King Salmon sinks to $24.5m loss as warmer weather kills fish, reduces biomassFish death disaster as warm weather damages NZ King Salmon's fortunes, reduces biomass.28 Sep 04:30 AM
New ZealandThree quarters of fish in southern NZ contain microplastics - studyPackaging, clothes and discarded fishing nets are some of the likely sources.22 Sep 06:36 AM
CrimeBucket of toheroa proves expensive takeaway for manPeople caught unlawfully in possession of toheroa can face fines of up to $20,000.02 Sep 01:57 AM
New Zealand$72k in fines, vessel confiscated after illegal deep sea fishingIllegal trawling in protected waters an "honest mistake", says judge.01 Sep 10:33 PM
New ZealandPair avoid jail after illegal crayfish sales on FacebookAbout 500 crayfish were identified as being involved in the pair's scheme.01 Sep 12:39 AM
New ZealandDiesel spray sparks trawler fire, Talley's to review maintenance proceduresTalleys is now actioning recommendations issued by the TAIC.21 Jul 03:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Jones: Ardern needs to replenish Pacific kava bowlOPINION: Former Pacific Development Ambassador calls for an end to foreign policy drift.10 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLivia Esterhazy: Cameras on fishing vessels better for everyoneOPINION: Cameras are the vital step towards a fully transparent seafood supply chain.29 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSalmon farm closes: Rising sea temps too warm for fish in Marlborough SoundsNew Zealand King Salmon will fallow three farms in the Pelorus Sound by next summer.26 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandButchered great white shark upsets Northland iwi and DoCKaipara iwi and DoC say the juvenile great white shark was butchered on a beach.25 May 07:41 PM
