NZACA – New Zealand Angling and Casting Association

Hi everyone, Time to bring you up to speed.

At our recent meeting the Executive moved to shift enough money over to our Investment Fund to bring it up to $15000.00.  We also Donated $2000.00 to LegaSea. This Donation was for two solid reasons. Firstly, in recognition of the support in securing a $5000 Grant and the support, which is ongoing, in gaining our Financial Sponsorship from Okuma. Secondly this is also in support of “Rescue Fish” the alternative to the QMS. We have been involved and stand with our peers in asking for change. I must stress these have only been achievable because of the work we are doing holding up our end of Fisheries Management.

This leaves the Association with approx $10,000 in our cash reserves. We also have approx $15000.00 in actual Assets. The NZ Angling & Casting Association is in a good state today.

On Thursday last week, we stood proud along side our Peers in the launch of “Rescue Fish”. This has been some time in the making but it is my belief it is the way to go. It will be for the betterment and reward of everyone who partakes in our inshore fisheries. I ask you to read everything, understand it and please sign the petition.. We have an opportunity to save what is ours.

With regard to my local fishery. We have proven that with co operation of local Commercial fishers the inshore can become what it was in a very short time. Hawkes Bay is enjoying very good fishing from shore again. Also in conjunction with the Port of Napier’s Fisheries Management Group, LegaSea HB and the Port, Hawkes Bay will gain three Artificial Reefs. All of these achievements are the result of bringing those Parties affected to the table. I am proud to have been involved in each of these. To have stepped up for the NZACA, have our relevance recognised and accepted and to have assisted in bringing such positive results to fruition is very humbling.

My next challenge is rebuilding the Bay of Plenty Fishery. Using the people I have already worked with within the Commercial Sector, I am confident we will bring some positivity and results that will return this awesome region back to what it was. Feeding our Whanau is paramount and anything less is unacceptable.

We will be Casting in Rotorua again later in June. We have had so many join our Facebook page, I am feeling really good that we are heading down the right pathway in making this a great sport to be involved in. Look for the NZACA Distance Casting Club page on Facebook for dates. We make these weekends value for money so come and join an absolutely friendly group of people out to assist you in becoming a better caster and fisher.

Meanwhile, enjoy wetting a line. Enjoy the company of your fellow fishers and appreciate the fish you land on the beach or boat.

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 62^nd Nationals was managed. A worthy and enjoyable event. I am already looking forward to next year’s Nationals in New Plymouth.

Jim Yeoman

President

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.