Dive flags 'a must'

Boat skippers and divers are reminded they are legally responsible for displaying a dive flag when diving in Bay of Plenty waters this summer. “The... Read More

Five water rescues in one day

Five separate water rescues in one day has prompted police to issue a warning for those heading out on the water. Senior Sergeant Dave Litton says the... Read More

New marine app for boaties

MetService and Maritime New Zealand are joining forces to bring kiwis a new marine weather app for Android smartphones and iPhones. Designed for those... Read More

Four days on the deep blue

Waking up at Mayor is a surreal feeling with the clear blue water around you and the sound of native birds singing from the trees on the island. The... Read More

Four days on the deep blue

Recently I had the opportunity to go on a trip of a lifetime with long-time friend and mad fisherman Shay ’salty’ Ward.  Plans... Read More

Fishing fun and learning

Taking the kids fishing during the holidays is a great way to get out and about, but also a good time to teach the fundamentals of fishing.  I... Read More

Pest-free island

DOC is urging people to check their boats and gear before venturing onto Ahuahu - Great Mercury Island.  Rodents and cats are... Read More

First marlin weighed

A report from the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council has announced the first marlin over 90kg has been weighed in for the game season.  Dave Lefever caught... Read More

Free boat fishing talk

Locals and visiting fishers alike are invited by Fish and Game to come along to a free boat fishing talk for beginners. The talk... Read More

Summer smoked fish dip

Smoked fish can sometimes be an acquired taste, but this quick and easy summer dip is sure to convert the pickiest of eaters. There are no set measurements... Read More

The NZ grand slam of fishing

Alain Jorion is the first New Zealander to have captured the ‘grand slam’ of game fishing, catching a top-class specimen of each of the big... Read More

No service, no saviour

For an outdoor enthusiast, Christmas may not consist of a list of what they want – but where, and how far away they can get from the city limits,... Read More

Fishing club banter

Waterline will be covering a large number of fishing and angling clubs in the Bay of Plenty, but also stretching its line down East Coast to see what’s... Read More