President’s letter dated 2 April 2025 to clubs

A Message from the President: This is the Line in the Sand

Dear Members,

Our New Zealand Sport Fishing Council (NZSFC) is unique. For nearly 70 years we’ve tried to be the voice of reason and often the last line of defence for non-commercial fishers.

Recreational fishing sits deep in the cultural identity of all Kiwis. Fish are a natural resource and belong to the people of New Zealand. No matter your background, catching a feed of fish for your whānau is part of who we are. Every time that right has come under threat, the NZSFC has stood up and fought to protect it.

Many of you will remember some of the big battles:continue reading here