Hawke's Bay Fish & Game

09/06/2026

Hey Juniors, this Fly Tying workshop will have you tying like a pro. Learn how to tie patterns that match the local insect life and water conditions, tweak colours, sizes & materials to suit specific trout behaviour or seasons. Get those creative juices flowing with this unique art form and it's even more satisfying when it leads to that awesome catch. You control the craftmanship, durability and materials - often resulting in better quality flies than you can purchase. So join in and give it a go. Cost $10ea for materials and take home your flies. Pay on the day - cash or eftpos available. Limited spaces available - register here https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/w2MV3xv2Ze

08/06/2026

We had a great day yesterday for the Euro Nymphing workshop in Waipuk. The Tuki dirtied up after overnight rain so we headed around to the Tukipo and enjoyed some good fishing. Thanks to Hayden, Patrick & Liam for sharing their time and expertise as well as the participants who came along, we hope you picked up a few new tips and tricks!

02/06/2026

We have two spaces available for this weekends workshop. First in best dressed, to find out more and register click here https://www.fishandgame.org.nz/freshwater-fishing-in-new-zealand/follow-the-fish/fishing-news/beginners-euro-nymphing-workshop/

26/05/2026

From chasing ducks at dawn, hunting pheasants, to enjoying some of the region’s fantastic winter fishing — now’s the time to get outdoors and make the most of it.
All Hawke’s Bay eligible fishing or game bird licence holders who have purchased a licence before 30th June can enter the draw to win an epic Hawke’s Bay prize pack worth over $1000 including:
$250 Hunting & Fishing Napier Voucher
2026–27 Full Season Fishing Licence
Fish & Game Cookbook
1 Hour Shooting Simulator Session
Guided Fishing Trip for You + 3 Mates
With licence options from one-day trips to winter and full-season access, there’s something for everyone. Terms & conditions apply. Get your licence here https://fishandgame.eslltd.co.nz/shop Click here to enter the prize draw https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hRnzypdKge

21/05/2026

The next meeting of the Hawke's Bay Fish & Game council is next Wednesday 27th May from 6pm at the Game Park 22a Burness Road Jervoistown. Licence holders are welcome to attend. See here for the meeting agenda

Confirmed meeting minutes are included in the agenda for the following meeting. For earlier reports, agendas and minutes please contact us.

18/05/2026

Good hunters bag their birds humanely.
Shoot only within the effective range of our firearm and our capabilities, and only when a quick, clean kill is likely.
By understanding the effective range of our firearm, using the appropriate legal ammunition, patterning our shotguns and practicing improving our skills, we ensure that a quick, clean kill is likely. This gives regard to the welfare of the game birds and ensures a successful and enjoyable hunting experience.
Read our hunter's code of conduct here: https://www.fishandgame.org.nz/game-bird-hunting-in-new-zealand/hunting-knowledge-hub/code-of-conduct/

16/05/2026

Pop out to Puketapu park today and checkout the Puketapu Preschool Hunting comp with games for the kids including chicken poo bingo and piggy back obstacle course (with an actual pig!) food stalls and of course the bouncy castle.

14/05/2026

From chasing ducks at dawn, hunting pheasants, to enjoying some of the region’s fantastic winter fishing — now’s the time to get outdoors and make the most of it.
All Hawke’s Bay eligible fishing or game bird licence holders who have purchased a licence before 30th June can enter the draw to win an epic Hawke’s Bay prize pack worth over $1000 including:
$250 Hunting & Fishing Voucher
2026–27 Full Season Fishing Licence
Fish & Game Cookbook
1 Hour Shooting Simulator Session
Guided Fishing Trip for You + 3 Mates
With licence options from one-day trips to winter and full-season access, there’s something for everyone. Terms & conditions apply. Get your licence here https://fishandgame.eslltd.co.nz/shop Click here to enter the prize draw https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hRnzypdKge

07/05/2026

We are seeking feedback to help understand the recreational fishing values associated with the Tukituki/Makaroro area potentially affected by the proposed land exchange and Tukituki water storage development. Feedback from licence holders and clubs will help inform our comments to DOC on the land exchange application, particularly regarding public access & angling values. We are under time pressure with comments due to DOC before 26th May. We'd appreciate your feedback in a quick survey here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J7V8L7D before 15th May.

05/05/2026

Got the euro nymphing gear… but feeling slightly intimidated by all the setups, techniques, and conflicting advice out there? You’re definitely not alone.

Our Beginner Euro Nymphing Workshop is designed to cut through the noise and keep things simple.

Join us for a practical, easy-to-follow introduction that focuses on what actually works — no over complicated jargon, just tried-and-tested skills to get you fishing with confidence.

Spots are limited, click here to find out more and book your place https://www.fishandgame.org.nz/freshwater-fishing-in-new-zealand/follow-the-fish/fishing-news/beginners-euro-nymphing-workshop/