Minister concerned as warming waters drive fish south

Friday 5 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 5 Dec 2025, 7:38pm

In this story Shane Jones, Penny Simmonds, Teanau Tuiono

Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones has raised concerns regarding fish species moving from the North Island to Te Waipounamu. This shift is attributed to warming waters, leading to fishing boats netting species previously unknown to those areas. The minister is seeking changes to fishing rules in response.

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1. Otago Daily TimesFri 5 Dec 2025, 4:44pm

   Jones raises concerns over fish heading south (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldFri 5 Dec 2025, 7:38pm

   Minister raises concerns over fish heading south due to warming waters (opens in new tab)