Fishing and aquaculture

Fishing and aquaculture

Fisheries New Zealand works to ensure that fisheries resources are managed to provide the greatest overall benefit to New Zealanders. Our focus is the sustainability of New Zealand’s wild fish stocks, aquaculture, and the wider aquatic environment, now and for future generations.

blue cod resting on coral 600width
Blue cod rules

Rules for recreational fishing rules of blue cod changed on 1 July 2020.

Last reviewed: