Regional Fishing Reports

Central South Island

WFR2425 94 Giant 32 lb brown trout caught by Alex Dodson during the peak summer period on a sink Rapala CS 3.
Central South Island Weekly Fishing Report - 23 January 2025

Summer Fishing Tips for Canal Success A common question we get during the peak summer period is how to catch fish in the canals.

  • Central South Island
  • 23/01/2025
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WFR2425 89 Elise Marshall age 4 beaming with pride over her very first fish caught at Lake Opuha.
Central South Island Weekly Fishing Report - 16 January 2025

Family Fishing at Lake Opuha Lake Opuha, in the heart of CSI, is proving to be an excellent spot for young families looking to experience the thrill of fishing in a…

  • Central South Island
  • 16/01/2025
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WFR2425 83 A family of three generations enjoying everything lake fishing by boat has to offer in the Mckenzie basin.
Central South Island Weekly Fishing Report - 9 January 2025

Junior Boat Anglers Shine on Central South Island Lakes The trend over the holiday period has been that junior anglers are really getting amongst the fishing action.

  • Central South Island
  • 9/01/2025
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Central South Island Weekly Fishing Report - 2 January 2025

Welcome to our Holiday Edition of the Weekly Report   In this report, we provide information and tips that aim to help you have safe, fun, and successful fishing trips over the…

  • Central South Island
  • 2/01/2025
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WFR2425 67 Jayden Johns with a seriously big brown trout.
Central South Island Weekly Fishing Report - 26 December 2024

Happy Boxing Day! CSI Fish & Game staff hope you had a wonderful Christmas day.

  • Central South Island
  • 26/12/2024
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Osten Kenyon with brother Rylan and Dad Rob from Palmerston North tasted success at the hydro canals while on their family holiday.
Central South Island Weekly Fishing Report - 19 December 2024

Canal Fishing Heating Up for the Holidays! Osten Kenyon, with brother Rylan and Dad Rob from Palmerston North tasted success at the hydro canals while on their family holiday.

  • Central South Island
  • 19/12/2024
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WFR2425 57 Anglers enjoying the tranquil waters of Lake Aviemore. Photo J Van Beers.
Central South Island Weekly fishing report - 12 December 2024

Stellar Catches at Lakes Aviemore and Benmore Last Saturday morning brought ideal conditions for anglers at Lakes Aviemore and Benmore, and the fish did not disappoint!

  • Central South Island
  • 12/12/2024
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WFR2425 45 Stephen Mealings of Ashburton with a fine Lake Benmore 8lb rainbow trout caught trawling with a chinook lure.
Central South Island Weekly fishing report - 28 November 2024

Rainbow Trout Success at Lake Benmore Stephen and Donna Mealings of Ashburton recently made the most of their visit to Lake Benmore, reeling in two stunning rainbow trout for dinner, during…

  • Central South Island
  • 28/11/2024
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WFR2425 39 Fish Game Ecologist Blake Harper with a feisty 4.5 lb rainbow trout caught and released at Lake Alexandrina
Central South Island Weekly fishing report - 21 November 2024

Discovering the Fishing Potential of CSI Lakes New CSI Fish & Game Ecologist, Blake Harper, discovers and highlights Lake Alexandrina (Lake Alex) and Lake Tekapo/Takapō as quality alternatives for those seeking action.…

  • Central South Island
  • 21/11/2024
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WFR2425 33 Kyle Adams fly fishing 6.25lb brown trout flyfishing Nov 2024 16 soft hackle nymph 6 catch and release
Central South Island Weekly fishing report - 14 November 2024

Lowcountry Waters are Calling Right Now!

  • Central South Island
  • 14/11/2024
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