The February issue talks about two issues which are or should be front and centre of mind for many of our readers.

1. What’s happening with our coastlines and our coastal communities – and aren’t they inextricably linked. There is an article from Daryl Sykes discussing this issue, then Norm our retired fishermen chips in too.
2. The NZ Arms Bill 2025 is open for public submissions – if you have a gun, or are around firearms then you should be finding out what is in it and have your say. Anyone can make a submission – remember if you don’t have your say – then you miss the chance to influence future gun management.
3. Awesome to see Matt with his prized catch and to hear about his dream moving from the States to the Marlborough region and also a great endorsement for the work that all fishing clubs do – supporting new members .
4. Are you getting over to the West Coast during February – there will be more than a few boats making the journey for the Buller Bluewater Classic – early day for the organisers who are discovering events like this take a lot of work – but good on them, they have the bones of a great month celebrating fishing

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