b'Feature to pay a visit. Softbaiting around the rocks or bait and berley will both score a feed. There are quite a few different species here because of the reef system so be prepared for anything jumping on your line. This is where a live bait pays off for kingfish and John dory. Anchor in the gap so your berley swirls around the corner of the rock stacks jutting out of the water. It helps if the tide and wind are going in the same direction. Unweighted baits are best with 7/0 hooks and 40lb+ leader.09 Wharf fishing. Family fishing off the local wharf is a great strategy for family fun however dont get so serious about trying to catch dinner that the kids lose interest. I have learnt that kids often just want to catch something (especially younger kids) and would rather catch a small fish in the first 10 minutes than try for a big fish over 3 hours. Take a bucket and fill it with water so they can see the fish they have caught swimming around. Be patient and teach them the important skills of tying the hook onto the line, baiting a hook, and unhooking fish. Its always easier to do it yourself but dont deny them important learning opportunities."This is where a live bait pays off for kingfish and John dory. Anchor in the gap so your berley swirls around If the fish are not on the chewthe corner of the rock stacks but you know they are there, try using lighter line to entice themjutting out of the water."to bite for bait or lure fishing.07 Summer storms.After-work evening fishing can Fish in the ugly weather when it isbe productive and simply putting safe to do so. A storm system that hasin the time in your local area can bashed a coastline dislodges all kinds ofhelp you crack the code.fishy food and the murky water provides extra cover for mooching snapper to come in close and feed. Make sure it is safe to fish but as soon as it is safe to do so, grab your rod and head out. Overcast rainy days can also pay off (again if it is safe) in small boats over shallow reefs or drifting over shellfish beds off beaches. The dark skies and low light provide cover that encourages fish to venture in close and feed.08 Motutara Rocks - Cape Karikari.Located on the western side of the peninsula and easily accessed via boat from Rangiputa, there are a group of rocks about 400m off Blackney Point. The current is obvious through here and fish drifting into and out of the harbour love 14FISHING IN GODZONE SUMMER ISSUE #48'