Xmas 2019

Posted on by December 22, 2019

             Xmas Message NZACA Members 2019

Well here we are about to enter the Xmas/New Year period for 2019. Wow has this year gone by fast or what. But what a year it has been.

Starting with our Nationals in the far north. These were the best by far for some time. Ten Clubs represented and over 100 entries. Seventy Casters alone.

Fantastic Sponsorship from Okuma and others like Black Magic Tackle made our Nationals a very good one.

On the subject of Okuma, I cannot express enough my heartfelt thanks for the continued support we receive from them. Their cash and product Sponsorship deal has made it so much easier to run our great organisation.

Throughout the year the NZACA has been active in advocating the rights of our members and supporting efforts to bring better practice in the use of our fisheries. Around the table meetings with Industry, Ministry and Ministers, attending discussions on fish stocks, attendances at NZ Sport Fishing Council’s Fisheries Management Standing Committee meetings, LegaSea NZ, LegaSea Hawkes Bay, Port of Napier’s Fisheries Liaison Group and input into many, many submissions to Government covering from the far north to the deep south have all been happening every day of every week. Early next year will see a huge announcement regarding our fisheries going forward and it has been a privilege to have been active in supporting this. Your voice is well represented.

Over the year we have seen the demise of a few of our smaller clubs which is always disappointing but then we are seeing a resurgence in many that have been struggling as well as those that are keen to be part of the association. I have been working with several over the past few months and while we may not get them all I have confidence that we will have some take up the opportunity to join us.

The end of the year sees the NZACA in a very healthy financial and membership position and we will continue to grow. As we grow our voice gets stronger.

Don’t forget the 2020 Nationals in New Plymouth. Entry forms and details will be out very soon.

On that note, I would like to thank you all for being part of and continuing your support to the NZ Angling & Casting Association. May you all have a happy and festive season. Stay safe, fish lots and I will see you all in 2020.

Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year

Jim Yeoman

President

2019 Nationals

Posted on by March 29, 2019

Well what can one say? The 2019 Nationals and AGM, based at the 90 Mile Motor Camp can only be described as a great success. With a spread of Clubs from the 90 Mile Surfcasting Club in the north, Wellington Surfcasting & Angling Club in the south, New Plymouth Surfcasting Club from the west, Rotorua Fishing & Casting Club from the east and the biggest turnout of clubs in between for many a year, this past week has been nothing short of exceptional. Ten Clubs in all represented, 96 Fishers.

Casting on day one saw 73 Casters brave sweeping rain showers before they passed over allowing many to dry out. While the day didn’t produce any great distances, the fact that so many participated created a completely friendly atmosphere where clubs interacted in their own challenges. Top marks must go to Gary Whittaker and his team for a very well run system.

To top it all off, the fishing was to die for. I have attended the past fifteen Nationals and never attended a one where so many fish have been weighed by so many participants. Impressive quality fish. The Ninety spat out some huge Snapper and Trevally but the opportunity to fish the Great Exhibition Bay with its white sands and crystal clear waters was a treasure. I must tender a huge appreciation to the Everitt family for their granting of access across their land for those attending our Nationals. The feedback from those gracing the sands for the first time was a one hundred percent “impressive”

Okuma. Wow!!!!! It was a total privilege to have Murray Veal, from this supportive Company, sharing the week with us. To have this great Company on board as our leading Sponsor is massive and their support with product as prizes was impressive. Thank you Okuma the NZACA appreciates your ongoing support.

Black Magic Tackle. I had a very good meeting with the Team on the way up to Kaitaia and I am hopeful of a good sponsorship outcome when I meet with them again in April but in the meantime a huge shout out to them for the $600 worth of goods provided to be part of our lucky draws. Again I must acknowledge the great support we receive from these leading Companies. I must also mention Creative Landscaping & Design, Travel & Co, Rod & Reel, Le  Baronz Cottage and Glenn & Debbie for their support also.

The Prize giving. What a way to finish a great time in the far north. The attendance was like some many years ago. The camaraderie and enjoyment seen throughout the night made being there worth every minute. The biggest thanks goes out to all those who participated. The fact we may very well have gained another Club intending to affiliate to the NZACA is reward enough for the hours of driving to attend.

Finally, Rick and Lyn Hymers, Brent Rolston, Dave Davies, Gary Whitaker and Steve Maisey. My heartfelt thanks for the way this 62nd Nationals was managed. A worthy and enjoyable event. I am already looking forward to next year’s Nationals in New Plymouth.

 

Jim Yeoman

President

Okuma News

Posted on by February 26, 2019

It is with great pleasure that I advise you all that Okuma has rolled over its Sponsorship to our 2019/20 year. The agreed support package is the same as last year and is hugely appreciated.

Our continual growth, our work with aligned Organisations along with our advocacy work in raising awareness and supporting Fisheries Management has all helped to bring about this fantastic support.

Jim Yeoman

President

2019 Nationals

Posted on by February 5, 2019

So we are on to the final countdown. It is one month until our 2019 Nationals in the far North.
Please, if you are intending to attend, register via the website or advise the Nationals Team before the 6th March.
THERE WILL BE NO REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED AT THE AGM OR AFTER.
The NZACA is looking to fill the following positions.
Senior Vice President
Junior Vice President
Membership Co ordinator
Up to eight Executive members.
The position of President is open for discussion.

Great Exhibition

Posted on by January 7, 2019

As we count down to our Nationals in the far north, a little under two months away, it is awesome to make this announcement.
Thanks to the efforts of several people and an appreciation of our competition, Great Exhibition Bay will now be part of the fishable area. Access will be via Everitt’s Farm off Everitt’s Road. Access is from 5am Friday to 10am Saturday and we ask that there is no entry during the hours of darkness. PLEASE NOTE: There is a complete fire ban on this beach.