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Odd behaviour among snapper this summer has been put down to a lingering marine heatwave.

Rock fishing is a passion in its own right.

Waitemata Harbour delivers a summer bonanza for anglers.

A survey has revealed river and lake pollution is the second highest concern of Kiwis

COMMENT: Remember, even a bad day's fishing is better than a good day's work.

A behind the scenes video showing the difference between girls and guys fishing was posted on the ITM Fishing Show Facebook page and has caused controversy. Facebook / The ITM Fishing Show

Fish of the Day host Clarke Gayford offers top tips to make the most of your catch.

Sharon Salmons just happened to be watching when she saw her husband go under water

Fishing off the jetty or wharf can open a world of wonder to a keen youngster.

This was one our most-read stories of 2017.

Key to fishing in a harbour is working out the tides — the smaller the better.

Having the moon so close to the earth has a positive impact on fishing.

Snapper action hots up when SeaHawk heads out. And then a kingfish arrives.

Plastic bags, other flotsam and jetsam choking our waterways and the fish.

The search continues today for a fisherman missing off the Bowentown bar near Waihi. Reporter: BOP Times

Keen hunter Cameron Young, 37, was last seen in Kaituna, Marlborough.

With season in full swing until May, some advice from seasoned anglers.

"The next thing, I saw blood and I was reeling in a [fish] head with no body on it."

The better fishing accompanies the big tides.

Shellfish toxins on the North Island's west coast have risen significantly, officials say.

The rivers at Lake Taupo are full of fish after a slow start to the winter spawning runs.

Kiwi fisherman stunned as shark flies off the water right by his jetski. Supplied by Facebook / Jetski Fishing Show

Kahawai - that is the buzz at the moment.

Good time of year for targeting large snapper off the beach with a torpedo and long-line.

New Auckland study shows benefits of marine protected areas extend past their boundaries.

What can happen when inexperience, ignorance and boats come together.

Strong west/northwest winds made fishing difficult but there are fish to be found.

Two men have been fined for taking toheroa from 90 Mile Beach.

The search for the fisherman will not only be by foot but also by air.