NZ Fisheries at a Glance
Status of Fisheries
Fisheries 2030
Aquaculture
Aquaculture Reform
Latest News
Publications & Reports
Consultations
Tender Opportunities
Research Opportunities
Student & Teacher Resources (Starfish)
Frequently Asked Questions
Vacancies
Feedback
Atom Feeds
MFish Apps and Videos
New Zealand’s Sustainable Seafood fact sheets
Fisheries Planning

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.

On 1 July 2011, the Ministry of Fisheries (MFish) merged with the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. The new ministry became the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) on 30 April 2012. The merger significantly enhances our ability to deliver high-quality services and support to the whole of the primary sector. Find out more about us... 

 
Latest News
Unacceptable abuse of Quota Management System
The penalties imposed on a commercial fisher yesterday for offences committed in Southland send a...
More...
[10 May 2012]
Aquaculture projects approved in latest SFF Round
Four aquaculture projects have gained approval for funding from the Ministry for Primary...
More...
[8 May 2012]
Recreational fishers caught illegally selling fish from car boot
Northland fishery officers recently caught several recreational fishers making illegal roadside...
More...
[8 May 2012]
Southern Blue Whiting Certification
The Ministry for Primary Industries is welcoming certification by the Marine Stewardship Council of...
More...
[3 May 2012]
Updated : 11 May 2012
HOT TOPICS

New Zealand’s Sustainable Seafood fact sheets

Annual Report 2010/11

Report of the Ministerial Inquiry into Foreign Charter Vessels

Pelagic Update - News from MAF’s highly migratory species team

Fishing Rules – ‘4 Million Guardians'

QUICK LINKS

Fishing Rules - 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: 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