May 22, 2020
Rescue Fish will benefit recreational fishing interests through more abundant fish stocks and a healthier marine environment. Rebuilding depleted fish stocks will make more fish available inshore, and help to support other marine creatures including birds and mammals. A healthy fish population means a broader range of fish inhabiting the marine environment, providing for ecosystem […]
May 22, 2020
The recreational fishing industry contributes a significant amount of money to the New Zealand economy, which in turn supports fisheries management and other government services. Research by the New Zealand Marine Research Foundation in 2016 found that $946 million was spent annually on recreational fishing. This spending generated $1.7 billion dollars in economic activity nationwide […]
May 22, 2020
Fishing is a way of life for many Kiwis. It contributes to the mental well-being of individuals, families and communities. It provides for social occasions that enhance the bonds between individuals, their families and community. Recreational fishing also provides educational opportunities as a teaching space for safety on the water, weather awareness, food gathering, cooking, […]
May 22, 2020
The New Zealand Sport Fishing Council is an incorporated society established in 1959. The Council has 55 clubs with 36,200 affiliated members nationwide. A key role of the Council is to advocate for responsible and sustainable management of New Zealand’s marine resources. To achieve its goals the Council funds education initiatives, commissions and funds relevant […]
May 22, 2020
LegaSea is a group of passionate New Zealanders striving to protect and restore the marine environment for the benefit of all New Zealanders. LegaSea is a subsidiary of the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council. LegaSea was established in 2012 to promote public awareness of the issues facing New Zealand’s marine environment, and to give people […]
