Helful Tips
Flounder Nets (125mm / 118mm)
The recommended legal mesh for Flounder in NZ is 125mm, which also manages by-catch. For Sand Flounder only, 118mm may be used.
118mm suits Sand Flounder, but by-catch rises in warmer months. For mos situations, 125mm is preferred.
Yes. 125mm and 118mm Flounder nets are designed for shallow water and small-boat fishing in NZ.
Snapper & Trevally Nets
A 135mm (5.5 inch) mesh targets larger Snapper and Trevally while allowing smaller fish to escape.
Always check the current MPI rules for your area. Where set nets are permitted, 135mm is the recommended size for Snapper/Trevally.
Yes. A 135mm mesh is effective for Snapper, Trevally, Blue Moki and Rig, making it a versatile option.
Grey Mullet & Kahawai Nets
Use 90mm mesh for West & East Coast harbours. On the East Coast outside harbours, 100mm suits larger fish.
A 90mm - 40m net is versatile and can be used as a drag or set net where legal.
Yes. 85mm/100mm nets are popular for small-boat recreational fishers targeting Mullet and Kahawai in NZ.
Piper & Bait Drag nets
The smallest legal mesh size for Piper and bait dragnets is 1 inch.
Yes. 1-inch drag nets efficiently catch bait while reducing harm to non-target fish.
Larger meshes can gill small fish. A 1-inch mesh helps avoid gilling and improves survival on release.
Steens Raw Manuka Honey
Steens uses a unique raw, unpasteurised extraction method that preserves natural enzymes, bee bread, and pollen. Their honey is UMF™ certified and fully traceable.
For everyday wellness, go forUMF 10+. For more targeted health uses like digestion or skin support,UMF 15+ or higheris recommended.
Yes. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties make it excellent for acne, eczema, and wound healing.
Keep it at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Don’t refrigerate — it may crystallise naturally, which is perfectly fine.
No, as it’s a bee product. However, it is 100% natural and ethically sourced.