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Where can I fish?
The Groynes
Adults can fish during the trout fishing season at the Groynes, which runs from 1 October to 30 April, but you must have a current fishing licence. These can be obtained at most sporting goods shops.
Groynes fishing lakes are open all year round, to all fishing methods but only to anglers aged 17 years and under. Fishing licences are required and can be obtained from sports shops (these are free of charge for children 12 yrs and under). Licences have information on seasons, bait etc.
Adults may only fish in the rivers at the Groynes, and must have a current fishing licence.
The cost for a full season is:
Adult: $105.00
Junior: $21.00
Family (2 adults and 4 children): $137.00
NOTE: You may only take a maximum of 2 trout and 2 salmon.
Avon and Heathcote Rivers
You may also fish in the Avon and Heathcote Rivers, but conditions apply with no fishing in the Avon from the Armagh Street Bridge to the Barbadoes Street Bridge, or in the Botanic Gardens.
The Pier
Fishing is permitted at all times, except in the marked no-fishing zone. Rules, such as ‘No over head casting’ and ‘One rod or hand line per person’ apply.
There are a variety of species to catch including; red cod, kahawai, dog fish and mullet. Cutting and washing boards provided. See the information panel on the Pier.
Note: You must have a current fishing licence to fish for trout and salmon.
Issues related to people's behaviour should be referred to the Leisure and Parks Customer Centre.
BANKS PENINSULA INFORMATION
You are permitted to fish all year round off wharves in the Banks Peninsula with the exception of areas marked with the "No Fishing Zone" signs.
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