Te Tautiaki i nga tini a Tangaroa: guardian of the multitudes of Tangaroa.

Kia ora and welcome to the web site of the Ministry of Fisheries.

The Ministry of Fisheries works to ensure that fisheries are used in a sustainable way and that we have a healthy aquatic ecosystem. That way, all New Zealanders can get the best value from this resource.

We do this by researching fisheries, managing the process for access and allocation of fisheries and ensuring that everyone who uses New Zealand’s fisheries comply with the rules and regulations that govern and protect them. Find out more about us...

 
Latest News
Aquaculture reform reaches milestone
Fisheries Minister Phil Heatley today announced a final, intensive round of consultation prior to...
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[5 November 2009]
12 months jail for recidivist paua thief
On Friday 23 October in the Wellington District Court a Porirua man was convicted and sentenced to...
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[27 October 2009]
Big penalties for recidivist commercial fisher
A Chatham Islands commercial fisher has received financial penalties totalling more than $170,000...
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[23 October 2009]
Recreational Fishers Reminded of New Rules for Summer
With the traditional recreational season starting at Labour Weekend, fishers need to be aware of...
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[21 October 2009]
Updated : 5 November 2009

QUICK LINKS

Fisheries Communication Centre - Port arrivals, Port Departures, Entering restricted areas.....

Fishing Rules – ‘Size Does Matter’ - check the rules for where you are fishing, before you go

Student and Teacher Resources - an online learning resource for teachers and students

Report Illegal Fishing Activity - fill out this online form or phone 0800 4 Poacher (0800 4 76224)

NZ Fisheries Infosite, incorporating Fisheries Plans: celebrating NZ’s fisheries and their diversity, a collaborative engagement tool for all involved in the fisheries and its sustainability

NABIS provides spatial & visual representations of our marine biological & fisheries management data 

Science Working Groups - this area is restricted to invited working group members only

NZ Fisheries Management Research Database - for research & analysis of NZ fisheries management information

HOT TOPICS

“Re-starting Aquaculture” – Aquaculture Technical
Advisory Group Report

Final Aquaculture Decision for Wilson Bay Interim Aquaculture Management Areas

Fisheries 2030

Annual Report 2009