4th March 2026 Ngai Tahu Seafood / OystersIwi-owned Ngāi Tahu Seafood will not harvest Bluff oysters for the second consecutive year amid concerns about the fishery’s long-term sustainability.
14th November 2025 Aquaculture / OystersA $1m payment from Watercare to oyster farmers impacted by sewage contamination of Mahurangi Harbour is a welcome first step, but more is needed.
31st March 2021 OystersThe no take zone does not affect the availability of Bluff oysters.
26th March 2021 MPI / OystersMPI will begin testing oysters from the Foveaux Strait after the parasite Bonamia ostreae is found in the area.
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