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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
Scallop Season Opens
Fisheries and Aquaculture Minister Phil Heatley is calling on scallop fishers to follow the rules...
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[31 August 2010]
Consultation on set net closures begins
The Ministry of Fisheries has today opened public consultation on options for managing the impacts...
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[31 August 2010]
Government Aquaculture Unit Director appointed
Ministry of Fisheries Chief Executive Wayne McNee has today announced the appointment of Dan Lees...
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[30 August 2010]
Blue Cod Management Consultation Opens
Fisheries and Aquaculture Minister Phil Heatley has today welcomed public consultation on the...
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[30 August 2010]
Updated : 24 August 2010

QUICK LINKS

Fishing Rules – ‘Every Fish Counts' - check the rules for where you are fishing, before you go

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

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

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

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 

Measures to Support Reopening the Marlborough Sounds Amateur Blue Cod Fishery

Pilot Whales and Squid

Aquaculture Reform

Amateur Charter Vessel Reporting