The Ministry of Fisheries nationwide photography competition was launched today, Monday 22 December, and we’re calling for your best shots! Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, the 2009 competition will once again celebrate New Zealanders’ connection with the sea. Participants are invited to take photos of events, scenes, and experiences which help to [...]

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Merry Christmas and best wishes for a Happy New Year. I look forward to catching you all out diving in 2009.

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With the silly season upon us, it’s likely we’ll be bombarded with ridiculous media reports of just how much of a threat sharks pose to humans. So now is a nice time to be reminded that sharks are a crucial part of any functioning ocean ecosystem, and we must strive to save them. View this [...]

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Sun Dec 14, 2008 Scientists are hoping deep sea coral from the Southern Ocean will provide new clues on global climate changes. Researchers from the United States and Australia will leave Hobart on Tuesday for a month-long voyage. They will use an unmanned robot the size of a small car to collect coral samples from [...]

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The Ministry of Fisheries is reminding the public that selling, bartering or trading recreational catch is illegal. Recreational fishers who are caught selling, bartering or trading their catch are at risk of having their assets seized (such as their car, boat or trailer) and receiving a fine of up to $250,000 or even imprisonment. “We [...]

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