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Search Rotorua is a tourist mecca renowned for its rich Maori culture, geothermal landscapes and lush forests. Its numerous lakes, streams & rivers make it a paradise for anglers who are attracted to the area by large fish & high catch rates. And there are also sea fishing opportunities not far away. Roger Bowden above with a more than pan size snapper. The Rotorua Anglers Association was established in 1949 and is an integral part of the Rotorua fishing scene. Our membership covers all age groups from juniors to retirees. Take a few minutes to have a look through our website. There is a wealth of information about the many opportunities that are provided by us to improve the quality of your angling experience. Whether you are beginner, looking for tuition and the advice of experienced anglers, or a competent angler looking for an opportunity to share your knowledge and skill with others, the Rotorua Anglers Association has something to offer you. If there's anything you need to know that isn't on our website don't hesitate to email us at: rotoruaanglers@gmail.com Or you can drop into our rooms at 33 Pererika Street, Rotorua any Friday from 5-7.30 p.m. Relax with a drink from our licenced bar or a coffee and chat to our members about what we do and what we have planned. You can be assured of a warm welcome from friendly and knowledgeable anglers. Upcoming Events 31 July Pot luck dinner at the clubrooms 3 August Fly Tying at the clubrooms 8 October AGM at the clubrooms, 7 p.m. Children's fishing days this year 2 August 6 September 11 October 1 November Details here Advanced notice 29 November - 1 December 2026 Whirinaki Trip. All details here Notices Club Members Register your fish for the club's trophies here . Child Protection Policy The Club has recently created a Child Protection Policy relating to club events in which children are involved. You can read it here .

The Association produces a monthly newsletter full of news, views, activities and tips & tricks. You can view copies below. Send contributions to corbettgavin@gmail.com 2026 February March April May June July August 2025 February March April May June July August September October November December

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The Association has been involved in children's fishing days in conjunction with Eastern Region Fish & Game for a number of years. Children aged from 6 to 12 years-old are able to catch a rainbow trout at Fish & Game's specially designed fish-out pond at its Ngongataha hatchery, 1130 Paradise Valley Road, Rotorua. Children pay $5 for a special fishing licence and all fishing equipment is supplied by Kilwell, Rotorua. Cash only as there is no eftpos machine. Children learn to cast, catch their own fish, after which the fish is weighed. Fish can be filleted on site. Refreshments are available on the day. Our members take a lunch-break of 1 hour at midday. Mark Sherburn of Fish & Game says "for many children, this will be their first trout fishing experience and with expert tuition from members of the Rotorua Anglers Association, they’re guaranteed to catch a trout that can be taken home for dinner. These events really are a wonderful experience for young children. For most of the children it's their first fish. It's very exciting and leaves them on a real high, grinning from ear to ear". Below are photos from recent events. 2026 dates 2 August 6 September 11 October 1 November Keep an eye on this page for booking details 1/1

The Rotorua Anglers Association produced the first Rotorua Trout Fishing Guide in 1965, and has since published seven new updated editions. The 8th edition, published in August 2016, is considerably updated and enhanced, containing 104 pages of up to date information on the fishable lakes and waterways in the Rotorua and surrounding areas. Greatly enhanced with colour photographs and detailed maps, the information includes where and how to fish the various waterways, covering fly fishing and the various boat fishing methods, as well as tips on techniques, selection of equipment, knots, flies, and much more. A brief history of the Rotorua lakes fishery is also covered, and information on the history and activities of the Rotorua Anglers Association and Eastern Region Fish & Game. This publication is intended as a guide to the many hundreds of trout fishing venues available in the Rotorua and Bay of Plenty area. It is mainly for the inexperienced angler or visitor to the area, but the “expert” is also likely to find something of value among these pages. Sample pages 31 & 32 The Rotorua Trout Fishing Guide, 8th edition, is now available for purchase by contacting the Secretary at: rotoruaanglers@gmail.com Price: $25.00 + $2.00 p&p. within New Zealand. Please enquire for overseas postage rates and payment options. Retail and Club enquiries – please contact the secretary for prices. Payment is by cash or direct credit to our bank account - Kiwibank, Rotorua A/c No: 38-9014-0578816-00 Please use your surname and initials and "guidebook" as a reference and email these details along with a postal address to the secretary as confirmation.

PHOTOS & VIDEOS Roger at the Canals A 17lber for Gavin at the canals Ready to go Taonga The boardwalk Rotoiti liberation Rotoiti brownie Lake Tarawera 4kg rainbow Rangitaiki River kārearea (courtesy of Mike Kirkpatrick) Mangamate Falls, Minginui Lake Rotorua morning Sunset Lake Rerewhakaaitu Fishing the Whirinaki Coromandel Mussel farms Whale Island Interclub 2024 Lake Aniwhenua Rotoiti Rerewhakaaitu

This page provides useful information, whether you are new to the sport of angling or an old hand. The Fish & Game button will lead you to a wealth of information on both fishing & hunting in New Zealand. Organisations info Fish & Game NZ NZ Federation of Freshwater Anglers Fishing Reports Sporting Life Turangi Brian Willson Turangi Freshwater Reports Regional Reports River & Lake Levels Bay of Plenty Waikato Region Genesis Energy Rotorua Fishing Fish & Game Eastern Region Jigging for Trout NZ Fishing.com Eastern Region Fishing info Taupo fishing info Fish & Game Access info Fish & Game Code of Conduct Beginners Guide to Fly Fishing Playing & releasing fish Animated Fishing Knots Find a Fishing Guide NZ Trout App Smoking Fish - hot & cold methods Trout Recipes

Fly Tying sessions are for members only and are held at our rooms on the first Monday of most months at 7 p.m. You should have a reasonable level of tying ability. You can use our equipment and materials or bring your own. Tuition in fly tying is available by emailing rotoruaanglers@gmail.com . You can see some popular fly patterns by clicking the links below. Link to Davie McPhail's You Tube Channel Glo Bug & Booby Fly Squirmy Wormy Rainbow Warrior Polish Pheasant Tail Cicada Hare & Copper Pheasant Tail Royal Wulff Micro Glint Nymphs Mrs Simpson Prince Nymph Woolly Bugger Adams Dry Fly

The Ngongotaha Stream is the largest tributary of Lake Rotorua and during the spawning season large numbers of very big fish move upstream from the lake to spawn. A trout hatchery on the Ngongotaha is used for events and children's fishing days. The Ngongotaha Stream Restoration Project was officially declared open in August of 2001. Since then, many thousands of volunteer hours have been expended, creating a delightful bush walkway that meanders for some four kilometres upstream of the Ngongotaha township. Thousands of native trees, shrubs, ferns and grasses have been planted turning a former wasteland into a miniature forest that is now home to an increasing variety of native bird life. It's an ongoing project. Every week, dedicated volunteers are contributing time and effort to maintain and build on the results achieved over the last two decades. Existing pathways are maintained , trees are pruned and pest weed infestations are controlled. Annually, hundreds of native trees and shrubs are planted throughout the growing season and deep rooting native grasses are planted on the stream banks to help control erosion. This project is labour intensive, and relies on volunteers giving of their time and expertise. This is where you come in. The Rotorua Anglers Association has recently committed to a monthly Saturday morning working bee, which will focus on the stream itself, as seen from an anglers perspective. Effort will be focused on improving angler access to the runs and pools which are home to both Rainbow and Brown trout. The objective will be to create a more angler friendly environment whilst causing as little disruption as possible to the known pools and lies of resident trout. Willow and blackberry infestations are obvious targets and the removal of years of accumulated debris that litters the stream bed will certainly improve the anglers chances. The Ngongotaha is a productive, well stocked stream that draws anglers from all over the world. Open all year round, it provides a variety of fishing experiences for the thoughtful angler. The ongoing efforts of the Ngongotaha Stream Team and the Rotorua Anglers Association can only enhance its reputation. Visit the Restoration Project Facebook page STREAM TEAM DATES 2026 3 January, 7 February, 7 March, 4 April, 2 May, 6 June, 4 July, 1 August, 5 September, 3 October, 7 November, 5 December TIME 9 a.m. with lunch around noon. WHERE From Rotorua drive into Ngongotaha, go over the SH36 bridge and turn left into Western Road. Park in the Elliot Park parking area. Any enquiries to Gavin Corbett 021-226-3978. VIDEOS Anglers working day Anglers working day Anglers working day

President & Secretary - David Hutchison 027-314-6853 Treasurer - Ian Fear 027-474-2772 Patron: Larry Ware Life Members: Lew Sperry John Barrowman Terry Kelso Alf Hoyle Roger Bowden Jim Spiers Neal Hawes Terry Wood Joe Fleet Phil Trautman Larry Ware Gavin Corbett T he Association's rooms are at: 33 Pererika Street, Rotorua. Contact us: By email, rotoruaanglers@gmail.com By completing the form below or By phoning the committee members listed Send us a message Thank you for contacting the Rotorua Anglers Association. We'll get back to you soon. Submit

The Interclub Trout Fishing Competition 2026 will be hosted by the Rotorua Anglers Association over the weekend 21-22 March. An entry form is below together with the tournament rules & prize structure. Tournament Rules Fishing allowed in all Rotorua lakes and streams. All legal fishing methods allowed, either boat or land based. Anglers must possess a current Fish and Game licence and abide by all Fish and Game regulations. Anglers must belong to a recognised fishing club. Junior anglers are aged under 18 years. Registration is by online entry form up until 10am Saturday morning. Hours of fishing are 5 a.m. Saturday until midnight and 5 a.m. Sunday until 12noon Sunday. Weigh in to be held at the Rotorua Anglers Association clubrooms Pererika street at the following times - Saturday weigh in - 12.30pm until 2pm and 5.30pm until 7pm. Note, fish caught after the Saturday weigh in close will be included in the Sunday weigh in. Sunday weigh in will be 12noon until 1.30 pm. Anglers should be in the queue by 1.15pm. The weigh master has the discretion to reject fish not presented in a fresh condition. No fish will be accepted after 1.30 pm Sunday. Prize Structure The Interclub Trophy will be won by the team that posts the highest average weight of all fish entered by that team over the two-day tournament. Saturday Heaviest fish caught by a senior boating angler [rainbow or brown]. Heaviest fish caught by a senior land-based angler [rainbow or brown]. Best condition factor fish. Heaviest fish caught by a junior angler. Closest to average weight [all anglers]. Sunday Heaviest fish caught by a senior boating angler [rainbow or brown]. Heaviest fish caught by a senior land-based angler [rainbow or brown]. Heaviest fish caught by a junior angler. Closest to average weight [all anglers]. Heaviest Rainbow. Heaviest Brown. Heaviest fish caught Fly Fishing. Best Condition Factor Rainbow. Best Condition Factor Brown