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# Moana New Zealand

largest Māori–owned fisheries company in New Zealand

## Posts

- [Aotearoa Fisheries rejects Greenpeace claims](https://moana.co.nz/aotearoa-fisheries-rejects-greenpeace-claims/) - The fishing industry is investing over and above statutory requirements for monitoring to bring more science and transparency to the fishery. Trident Systems a company owned by the fishing industry but operated by a team of objective researchers and scientists is contracted by the Ministry for Primary Industries to monitor fishing with sealed, tamper proof

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://moana.co.nz/) - Premium seafood from the pristine waters of Aotearoa New Zealand. Moana New Zealand is the largest Māori-owned fisheries company in New Zealand (Aotearoa).
- [Contact](https://moana.co.nz/contact/) - Talk to us Enquiries, compliments and concerns Choose a departmentAccountsCareersGeneralMediaAbaloneFin FishLobsterOysterSendEdit form Our sites Find us List of Locations (Open in Google Maps):
- [Our product](https://moana.co.nz/our-product/) - Read about how we're investing time and money to protect the taonga we have been entrusted with while doing our part to ensure we lighten our harvest and farming practices. We are continuously striving for best practice packaging and plastics. Co–funding precision harvesting technology For enduring oceans FloMo, also known as Precision Seafood Harvesting, is
- [Our Place](https://moana.co.nz/our-place-2/) - Follow along with us as we work to protect and enhance the place we operate in, the realm of Tangaroa, the ocean. We're ensuring that we actively play our part in reducing our emissions. Key to this is playing our part in understanding the effects of land-based activities on the moana. Responsible Fisher Workshops Est.
- [Our people](https://moana.co.nz/our-people-2/) - We strive to ensure that staff are engaged, motivated and happy in their work. We know this is the case when our people are proud of their work with Moana New Zealand, and they’re honoured to work in the seafood sector given the challenges we face.
- [Responsibility](https://moana.co.nz/responsibility/) - Our story We are Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest Māori-owned kaimoana (seafood) and Kai Ora (ready-to-eat meals) company. We are an important part of the inter-generational Māori Fisheries Settlement with the Crown. The nature of that settlement means that Māori will always be involved in fisheries. Our assets can never be sold. Our story is of
- [About Us](https://moana.co.nz/about-us/) - true provenance _hāngai ki te ūkaipō We fish and harvest solely from the coastal waters of Aotearoa New Zealand. One of the world’s most pristine and sustainably managed fisheries. Connecting you to the taste of a true and pure place. true to nature _takenga tūturu Bringing you New Zealand’s most sought after species of blue
- [Maori fisheries Amendment Act](https://moana.co.nz/maori-fisheries-amendment-act/) - Background Māori Fisheries Amendment Act 2024 (MFAA) The MFAA modernised aspects of the Māori Fisheries settlement framework, including governance and shareholding arrangements. Aotearoa Fisheries Limited (trading as Moana New Zealand) shares continue to be held by eligible iwi entities, with transfers permitted between iwi-owned Asset Holding Companies in accordance with the updated legislation and Aotearoa
- [Our Seafood](https://moana.co.nz/our-seafood/) - Shop Online _Shop our full range New Zealand’s most sought after species delivered right to your door Visit Online Store We hand–harvest abalone of a rare quality, taste and purity, from the nutrient rich waters off the rugged and remote New Zealand coastline – the purest oceans in the world. Learn more Abalone _Pāua Fin
- [Lightening our Harvest Footprint](https://moana.co.nz/harvestfootprintproject/) - Our Harvest Footprint Project Harvesting kaimoana is woven into the DNA of Māori—it’s a timeless tradition that shows manaaki when kaimoana is offered, but we know how we harvest reflects a special kind of manaaki as well—to te taiao, Tangaroa and Hinemoana.This reciprocity fuels our potential as a business owned by all 58 Iwi across
- [Careers](https://moana.co.nz/careers/) - Current Vacancies Process Worker & Quality Controller Location Porirua Closing Date 25 September Position Description Process Workers Location Porirua Closing Date 25 September 2026 Position Description Our People Why our people love being part of Moana New Zealand For me, it's all about the people.You get to meet so many people from all different walks
- [Te Pae Tawhiti Kaimoana Enhancement Scholarship](https://moana.co.nz/careers/scholarship/) - Te Pae Tawhiti Kaimoana Enhancement Scholarship is designed for Māori who have a desire to contribute to the enhancement of the Māori kaimoana industry. About this Scholarship How to apply To be eligible, applicants must be of Māori descent and be accepted into and enrolled in a kaimoana enhancement related tertiary programme at a tertiary
- [Trade Customers](https://moana.co.nz/trade-customers/) - See what we gather Abalone Fin Fish Lobster Oysters Wild Abalone Snapper Red Snapper Trevally Kingfish Alfonsino Gemfish Tarakihi Red Gurnard Orange Roughy Ling Kahawai John Dory Bluenose Groper Blue Cod Lobster Oyster Our processing facilities world class Our state of the art processing facilities have increased our processing capacity and also enabled streamlined and
- [Pānui](https://moana.co.nz/panui/) - Publications News LATEST Interim Report 2026 available now Learn More Sort: Latest Latest Oldest Name Refine: All All Annual Report News Media Release Report & Documents 1772992446 NEWS NEWS Mar 8, 2026 Seabird SMART training 1772992417 NEWS NEWS Mar 8, 2026 1772992402 NEWS NEWS Mar 8, 2026 Test news article 1763458279 ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT
- [Ready to Eat Range](https://moana.co.nz/ready-to-eat-range/) - Sign up to our e–newsletter Whether you're looking for premium kaimoana or kai ora for a special occasion, trusted recipes or simply looking for seasonal catch at a great price we've got you covered Sign up now Creamy Seafood Chowder With 30% Seafood This delicious creamy seafood chowder has been lovingly created using the finest
- [Windy](https://moana.co.nz/windy/)
- [From Maori for Maori Pataka Kai](https://moana.co.nz/from-maori-for-maori-pataka-kai/) - From Māori, for Māori – Pātaka Kai New Zealand’s customary allocation of quota allows us to provide kaimoana to Iwi who hold ACE or quota agreements with Moana, as part of our Pātaka Kai programme. This programme allows Iwi access to kaimoana to be used for tangihana, funerals and community responsiveness in unprecedented times such
- [Health and Safety Update](https://moana.co.nz/health-and-safety-update/) - Health and Safety Critical risks are those which can have serious consequences regardless of whether there is a high or low likelihood of the risk to eventuate. Our risk focus areas were determined by an analysis of the data we have collected over the past few years through our increased reporting, although which can have
- [Apply for sponsorship](https://moana.co.nz/global-fisheries-scholarship/) - How can Moana help your kaupapa? Our sponsorship programme is part of a commitment to iwi, our partners, and the communities that we operate in. We support community initiatives that reflect the tikanga of Moana New Zealand Read our Sponsorship Policy Apply for Sponsorship To be eligible, applicants must complete online form We endeavour to
- [Where does the dividend go?](https://moana.co.nz/where-does-the-dividend-go/) - Moana New Zealand exists for Iwi and because of Iwi. We are proud of the value we provide to our Iwi partners which goes well beyond a financial return. Seeing the continual socio-economic support that our Iwi partners are able to provide to their communities as a result of their Moana New Zealand dividend, makes
- [Orchestra FAQs](https://moana.co.nz/orchestra/) - Track important investor communications and documents from Moana New Zealand in one place with Orchestra.
- [Global Fisheries Scholarship Alumni](https://moana.co.nz/global-fisheries-alumni/) - Monique Holmes 2019 Hear about Monique's time as a Global Fisheries Scholar on the podcast 'Jandals in Japan'. Samantha Collings 2017 Samantha (Sam) Collings knew from a young age that she wanted a career related to the sea. A self- confessed “water baby” she grew up around the sea and fishing with her whānau. She
- [Moana New Zealand Competition Terms and Conditions](https://moana.co.nz/moana-new-zealand-competition-terms-and-conditions/) - Moana New Zealand Competition Terms and Conditions 1. Information on how to enter and prizes form part of these conditions of entry. Entry into the competition is deemed acceptance of these terms and conditions. 2. The promotion is open to New Zealand residents. Employees of the Promoter and any agency involved with this
- [Moana New Zealand shop FAQs](https://moana.co.nz/moana-seafood-faqs/) - How to get in contact with us Let's fish for some answers together If you can't find the answer to your question in our FAQ section below please contact us at kaimoana@test.moananewzealand.nz or click the button below Contact our Team Important notes before you order Why can't I order from you? North Island: While we
- [Beyond the fillet](https://moana.co.nz/kai-ika/) - Find out more about our partnership with The Kai Ika project team to maximise every part of every fish caught, and feed communities who need it.
- [transport](https://moana.co.nz/haerenga/) - Find out more about how your fish was landed, transported to Moana and prepared before being delivered to restaurants and retailers.
- [Our Harvesters](https://moana.co.nz/kaihao/) - Find out more about our fishers, including our Responsible Fisheries Awareness Programme.
- [How we fish](https://moana.co.nz/huarahi-hi-ika/) - Find out more about how we fish using our Precision Seafood Harvesting and Harvest Footprint Mapping.
- [Where We Harvest](https://moana.co.nz/wahi-hi-ika/) - Find out more about the fishing zones where your fish was caught. Including TACC and stock assessment.
- [Harvest Footprint Project](https://moana.co.nz/harvestfootprint/) - where we fish now and into the future
- [WWF - about Moana](https://moana.co.nz/wwf-mo-tatou/) - Find out more about us, the largest Māori–owned fisheries company in Aotearoa.
- [WWF - Māui Dolphins](https://moana.co.nz/wwf-popoto/) - Find out more about how we're working to protect the world’s rarest and smallest marine dolphin.
- [WWF - your fish](https://moana.co.nz/wwf-tau-ika/) - Find out more about your tāmure (snapper), including nutritional information, seasonal availability and recipes.
- [Our markets](https://moana.co.nz/our-markets/) - Our Markets Handling the prized seafood we harvest with a lightness of touch is fundamental to delivering people our healthy, premium product. To Moana New Zealand premium means sustainable, traceable and top quality. We recognise that being truly sustainable demands that we go above and beyond what is legally required of us. That is our
- [Our sustainability working group](https://moana.co.nz/our-sustainability-working-group/) - Michelle Cherrington Group Communications Manager Michelle has been with Moana New Zealand for 5 five years and has been an active advocate for sustainability throughout her career. She is an integral part of the sustainability working group and plays a key role in sharing our achievements with the public. Check out Michelle's profile here Nathan
- [Shop FAQs](https://moana.co.nz/our-seafood/shop-faqs/) - Important notes before you order Delivery of products Food safety tips Order issues Our packaging Other questions
- [Modules](https://moana.co.nz/modules/) - Title Title Sub Title This is some amazing Copy An Amazing bullet point List of Information Some bold text Some Italics Lorem ipsum an inline link dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur sem risus, feugiat sit amet felis at, dignissim mattis eros. Praesent rhoncus sodales augue, at vulputate metus auctor eu. Nullam in eros placerat
- [All Fin Fish](https://moana.co.nz/all-fin-fish/) - Fin Fish Spec Sheets Red Gurnard Orange Roughy Trevally Tarakihi Hoki Ling Blue Cod Snapper

## Accordions

- [Ready-to-eat meal range](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/ready-to-eat-meal-range/)
- [FAQs - Before you order](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/frequently-asked-questions-2-2/)
- [FAQs - Delivery](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/frequently-asked-questions-2/)
- [Orchestra: Why Orch.?](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/orchestra-why-orch/)
- [Orchestra: updates/edits](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/orchestra-updates-edits/)
- [Orchestra: How to guides](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/orchestra-how-to-guides/)
- [Orchestra: Account set up](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/orchestra-account-set-up-2/)
- [FAQs - Packaging questions](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/frequently-asked-questions-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [FAQs - Other questions](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/frequently-asked-questions-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [FAQs - Order issues](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/frequently-asked-questions-2-2-2-2/)
- [FAQs - Food safety tips](https://moana.co.nz/accordions/frequently-asked-questions-2-2-2/)

## Stories

- [Lobster](https://moana.co.nz/seafood/lobster/) - _from the pristine temperate, subtropical waters of the North Island, South Island and Chatham Islands of Aotearoa comes a rare New Zealand delicacy 44.0333° S, 176.4333° W – Chatham Islands #1 Preferred premium seafood for Chinese celebrations true to provenance New Zealand's lobster (Jasus edwardsii) is the champagne of lobster in the Asian market, highly
- [Fin Fish](https://moana.co.nz/seafood/fin-fish/) - _New Zealand's most sought after wet fish species, wild caught from our traditional fishing grounds and brought to market with a unique lightness of touch 36.3333° S, 175.0833° E – Hauraki Gulf Our Catch consists of contract fishers; mainly small family owned businesses that have been harvesting seafood for generations. These people truly care about
- [Oysters](https://moana.co.nz/seafood/oyster/) - _wild farmed in the pristine tidal waters of New Zealand, our Pacific oysters perfectly capture the freshness and vitality of the waters they are harvested from. 36.8053° S, 175.4737° E – Te Kouma Bay We operate oyster farms from the Far North through to the Marlborough Sounds, with one of the strictest water quality assurance
- [Abalone](https://moana.co.nz/seafood/abalone/) - _we hand–harvest abalone of a rare quality, taste and purity, from the nutrient rich waters off the rugged and remote New Zealand coastline. 38.6625° S, 178.0178° E – Gisborne 100% Traceable Our wild abalone (Haliotis iris) or pāua as named by the Māori people of New Zealand is not only superior in texture and taste,

## Products

- [Lobster](https://moana.co.nz/trade/lobster/)
- [Oyster](https://moana.co.nz/trade/oysters/)
- [Red snapper](https://moana.co.nz/trade/red-snapper/)
- [Wild Abalone](https://moana.co.nz/trade/wild-abalone/)
- [Snapper](https://moana.co.nz/trade/snapper/)
- [Blue Cod](https://moana.co.nz/trade/blue-cod/)
- [Groper](https://moana.co.nz/trade/groper/)
- [Bluenose](https://moana.co.nz/trade/bluenose/)
- [John Dory](https://moana.co.nz/trade/john-dory/)
- [Kahawai](https://moana.co.nz/trade/kahawai/)
- [Ling](https://moana.co.nz/trade/ling/)
- [Orange Roughy](https://moana.co.nz/trade/orange-roughy/)
- [Red Gurnard](https://moana.co.nz/trade/red-gurnard/)
- [Tarakihi](https://moana.co.nz/trade/tarakihi/)
- [Trevally](https://moana.co.nz/trade/trevally/)
- [Gemfish](https://moana.co.nz/trade/gemfish/)
- [Alfonsino](https://moana.co.nz/trade/alfonsino/)
- [Kingfish](https://moana.co.nz/trade/kingfish/)

## News Articles

- [2024 Global Fisheries Scholarship offers exciting opportunity for study and work in Japan](https://moana.co.nz/news/2024-global-fisheries-scholarship-offers-exciting-opportunity-for-study-and-work-in-japan/) - Moana New Zealand offers a unique opportunity for one aspiring Māori to spend six months in Japan to study and work in the kaimoana industry through the Global Fisheries Scholarship. The successful Global Fisheries Scholarship recipient will gain deeper knowledge of the sector at globally recognised Japanese seafood company Nippon Suisan Kaisha Ltd (Nissui)—from aquaculture
- [Interim Report 2011](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2011/)
- [2020 Interim Report available now](https://moana.co.nz/news/2020-interim-report-available-now/) - You can now view the 2020 Moana New Zealand Interim Report below: 2020 Moana New Zealand Interim Report
- [2020 Moana New Zealand Integrated Annual Report](https://moana.co.nz/news/2020-moana-new-zealand-annual-integrated-report/) - The Directors of Moana New Zealand are delighted to present the 2020 Moana New Zealand Annual Integrated Report. To read the report, click the link below:
- [Moana New Zealand Annual Report 2018](https://moana.co.nz/news/moana-new-zealand-annual-report-2018/) - The Directors of Moana New Zealand are proud to present the 2018 Moana New Zealand Annual Report. To read the report, click the link below.
- [Interim report 2024](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2024/)
- [Interim Report 2026 available now](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2026-available-now/) - The 2026 interim report can be viewed here
- [Moana New Zealand 2023/2024 Integrated Annual Report available online](https://moana.co.nz/news/moana-new-zealand-2023-2024-integrated-annual-report-available-online/) - We are pleased to present our digitised Integrated Annual Report for the 2023/2024 financial year. It has been a pivotal year at Moana New Zealand as we acknowledge and reflect on the 20 years since the formation of our business. As we honour those who have paved the path for Moana New Zealand, we reflect
- [2023 Interim Report available now](https://moana.co.nz/news/2023-interim-report-available-now/) - You can now view the 2023 Moana New Zealand Interim Report below: Moana Pūrongo Weherua Tau 2023
- [2022 Moana New Zealand Integrated Annual Report](https://moana.co.nz/news/2022-moana-new-zealand-integrated-annual-report/) - We are delighted to present our inaugural digitisedintegrated annual report for the 2022 financial year. He aha o te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata This whakatauki is tried, tested, true and very befitting of this year’s theme for our annual report. It speaks to the importance of connectivity, relationships
- [Moana New Zealand welcomes sensible proposal for industry reforms](https://moana.co.nz/news/moana-new-zealand-welcomes-sensible-proposal-for-industry-reforms/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 12 February 2025 Moana New Zealand is pleased the Minister of Oceans and Fisheries is proposing a common-sense approach to update the Fisheries Act. Moana New Zealand CEO Steve Tarrant says, “Growth in fisheries is not about catching more, but through sensible legislation, to grow the industry by ensuring the abilities
- [2021 Interim Report available now](https://moana.co.nz/news/2021-interim-report-available-now/) - You can now view the 2021 Moana New Zealand Interim Report below: View here
- [Pūrongo Weherua Tau 2024 available now](https://moana.co.nz/news/purongo-weherua-tau-2024-interim-report-available-now/) - Moana New Zealand is pleased to present the 2024 Pūrongo Weherua Tau.
- [2023 Moana New Zealand Integrated Annual Report](https://moana.co.nz/news/2023-moana-new-zealand-integrated-annual-report/) - We present our digitised Integrated Annual Report for the 2023 financial year. He moana pukepuke e ekengia e te waka This year, our whakataukī embodies the energy from the currents that flow through our world. Where this energy gives, it can also take, so we remain steadfast navigating through these waters. Click the image below
- [Interim Report 2025 available now](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2025-available-now/) - Please click on the link to read the full report.
- [FY2025 Integrated Annual Report](https://moana.co.nz/news/fy2025-integrated-annual-report/) - This year marks a shift in how we communicate our year end results to our shareholders as we transition to a digital, downloadable document. Whilst our emphasis remains on robust financial reporting, we continue to uphold our commitment to connecting Iwi with the key programmes of work that deliver value beyond the dividend. Ngā mihi
- [Integrated Annual Report 2016](https://moana.co.nz/news/integrated-annual-report-2016-2/)
- [Interim Report 2013 - Keeping together is progress](https://moana.co.nz/news/2013-interim-report-keeping-together-is-progress/) - The Directors are pleased to present the Interim Report to 31 March 2013 - Keeping together is progress.
- [Interim Report 2014 - My strength is not from standing alone](https://moana.co.nz/news/2014-interim-report-my-strength-is-not-from-standing-alone/) - The Directors are pleased to present the Interim Report to 31 March 2014 - My strength is not from standing alone.
- [Annual Report 2013 - Working together is progress](https://moana.co.nz/news/annual-report-2013-working-together-is-progress/) - The Directors are pleased to present the Annual Report to 30 September 2013 - Working together is progress.
- [Interim Report 2012 - Coming together is the beginning](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2012-coming-together-is-the-beginning/) - Interim Report 2012 - Coming together is the beginning
- [Annual Report 2012 - Coming together is the beginning](https://moana.co.nz/news/annual-report-2012-coming-together-is-the-beginning/) - The Directors are pleased to present the Annual Report for 2012 - Coming together is the beginning, keeping together is progress, working together is success.
- [Annual Report 2015 - A long term view in everything we do](https://moana.co.nz/news/annual-report-2015-a-long-term-view-in-everything-we-do/) - The Directors are pleased to present the Annual Report to 30 September 2015.
- [Interim Report 2015 - A long term view in everything we do](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2015-a-long-term-view-in-everything-we-do/) - The Directors of Aotearoa Fisheries are pleased to present the Interim Report to 31 March 2015.
- [Annual Report 2014 - My strength is not from standing alone](https://moana.co.nz/news/annual-report-2014-my-strength-is-not-from-standing-alone-2/) - Annual report 2014 - My strength is not from standing alone, it is from standing alongside others.
- [Annual Report to 31 September 2015](https://moana.co.nz/news/annual-report-to-31-september-2015/) - Duis eu risus tortor. Maecenas tempor, enim et bibendum lobortis, diam orci scelerisque orci, sit amet convallis neque eros a lectus. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Aenean euismod purus eu aliquam maximus. Ut venenatis gravida leo vitae faucibus. In id egestas libero, sit amet tincidunt turpis. In nunc purus, vulputate ac elit eget, maximus tincidunt
- [Interim Report 2018](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2018/) - The Directors of Moana New Zealand are pleased to present the Interim Report to 31 March 2018.
- [Integrated Annual Report 2017](https://moana.co.nz/news/integrated-annual-report-2017/) - 2017 Purongo Tapatahi A Tau Integrated Annual Report
- [Interim Report 2017](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2017/) - The Directors of Moana New Zealand are pleased to present the Interim Report to 31 March 2017.
- [Integrated Annual Report 2016](https://moana.co.nz/news/integrated-annual-report-2016/) - 2016 Integrated Annual Report
- [2019 Moana New Zealand Annual Integrated Report](https://moana.co.nz/news/2019-moana-new-zealand-annual-integrated-report/) - The Directors of Moana New Zealand are proud to present the 2019 Moana New Zealand Annual Report. To read the report, click the link below.
- [2021 Moana New Zealand Integrated Annual Report](https://moana.co.nz/news/2021-moana-new-zealand-integrated-annual-report/) - We are delighted to present our inaugural digitised integrated annual report for the 2020/21 financial year. In line with our refreshed sustainability strategy, the time is right to change up our traditional reporting.
- [2019 Interim Report available now](https://moana.co.nz/news/2019-interim-report-available-now/) - You can now view the 2019 Moana New Zealand Interim Report below: 2019 Moana New Zealand Interim Report
- [2022 Interim Report available now](https://moana.co.nz/news/2022-interim-report-available-now/) - You can now view the 2021 Moana New Zealand Interim Report below: Moana Pūrongo Weherua Tau 2022
- [Interim Report 2016 - Driving Greater Value](https://moana.co.nz/news/interim-report-2016-driving-greater-value/) - The Directors of Moana New Zealand are pleased to present the Interim Report to 31 March 2016.
- [Annual Report 2011 - Success tastes good](https://moana.co.nz/news/annual-report-2011-success-tastes-good/) - The Directors are pleased to present the Annual Report to 30 September 2011 - Success tastes good.
- [What are the different types of things in the sea](https://moana.co.nz/news/what-are-the-different-types-of-things-in-the-sea/) - He aha nau momo mea kei roto it to moana?
- [Seafood Super Star](https://moana.co.nz/news/seafood-super-star/) - Katu rehe Kaimoana
- [New Zealand's Oceans](https://moana.co.nz/news/new-zealands-oceans/) - Ko nga moana o Aotearoa
- [Hydrospheres Marine Environments](https://moana.co.nz/news/hydrospheres-marine-environments/) - Taiaowai Taiao Moana
- [Keeping our oceans clean](https://moana.co.nz/news/keeping-our-oceans-clean/) - E tiakina ana o tatau Moana kia ma tonu ana
- [The Quota Management System 1986](https://moana.co.nz/news/the-quota-management-system-1986/) - Te pūnaha whakahaere roherohenga 1986
- [How do we count the fish in the ocean](https://moana.co.nz/news/how-do-we-count-the-fish-in-the-ocean/) - He pēhea te tatau i ika o te moana?
- [Why is our seafood industry so special?](https://moana.co.nz/news/why-is-our-seafood-industry-so-special/) - He aha i pai rawa ai tō tātou?
- [Statement on the Proposed Changes to the Fisheries Act 1996](https://moana.co.nz/news/statement-on-the-proposed-changes-to-the-fisheries-act-1996/) - Moana New Zealand is the largest Iwi-owned kaimoana company with the largest inshore quota volume and value in Aotearoa. We are unique in that we are the only organisation owned by all 58 iwi across the motu. We manage the commercial fishing assets guaranteed to Iwi through the Māori Fisheries Act. The nature of the
- [Oyster hatchery’s solar energy system reduces carbon emissions of nearly 1000 mature trees annually](https://moana.co.nz/news/oyster-hatcherys-solar-energy-system-reduces-carbon-emissions-of-nearly-1000-mature-trees-annually/) - Kirikiritātangi is a ground-breaking, $5 million, purpose-built, tio (oyster) hatchery in Nelson that was built to support the increase of Moana New Zealand’s tio production capacity and ensure a reliable supply of oyster spat. Moana New Zealand CEO Steve Tarrant says, “As a seafood business, we’re constantly innovating and thinking of ways in which we
- [Moana New Zealand kaimahi discovered lost tohorā and moved swiftly to help](https://moana.co.nz/news/moana-new-zealand-kaimahi-discovered-lost-tohora-and-moved-swiftly-to-help/) - Late afternoon on 26 February, one of Moana New Zealand’s tio (oyster) farm workers noticed something out of the ordinary moving in between the lines at our Whangaroa tio farm. Moana New Zealand CEO Steve Tarrant says, “Upon heading out on the water to investigate, they found a tohorā (whale) swimming between the lines. Moana
- [Moana New Zealand support debris recovery and cleanup](https://moana.co.nz/news/moana-new-zealand-support-debris-recovery-and-cleanup/) - On the evening of Tuesday 14 January, one of Moana New Zealand’s contract Danish seine vessels took on water and sank near Moturekareka Island. The lives and safety of our contract fishers were our highest priority, and we are thankful they did not sustain any injuries and were retrieved and returned home to their families.
- [Fishing vessel incident near Moturekareka Island](https://moana.co.nz/news/fishing-vessel-incident-near-moturekareka-island/) - On the evening of Tuesday 14 January, one of Moana New Zealand’s contract fishing vessels took on water and sank near Moturekareka Island. The lives and safety of our contract fishers are our highest priority, and we are thankful the crew were retrieved late last night and returned home safely. We understand a distress call
- [Wellington Kaimoana Hub a game changer for regional, iwi-owned seafood businesses](https://moana.co.nz/news/wellington-kaimoana-hub-a-game-changer-for-regional-iwi-owned-seafood-businesses/) - 06:30 Wednesday 11 December 2024 Iwi-owned Moana New Zealand and Port Nicholson Fisheries celebrates the official opening of their latest facility the Wellington Kaimoana Hub in Porirua, Wellington today. The Wellington Kaimoana Hub marks Moana New Zealand and Port Nicholson Fisheries third joint kaimoana processing venture—and includes a multi-use, seafood processing factory with export capability
- [Moana New Zealand celebrates 20 years in fisheries](https://moana.co.nz/news/moana-new-zealand-celebrates-20-years-in-fisheries/) - For the first time in Moana New Zealand’s history, we stopped work across the business for an hour to mark our 20 years as a whānau at Moana New Zealand. This is us living our values by making time for our whakapapa. We acknowledge all those who fought and continue to fight for recognition of
- [Commerce Commission Approves Long-term North Island Inshore Fishing Transaction  ](https://moana.co.nz/news/commerce-commission-approves-long-term-north-island-inshore-fishing-transaction/) - Iwi-owned fishing company Moana New Zealand has been given Commerce Commission approval to acquire Sanford’s Annual Catch Entitlement (ACE) for much of its quota of North Island inshore species through a new long-term agreement. This will make Moana the largest inshore fisheries company in Aotearoa. The transaction is subject to one remaining commercial condition, and
- [Leading international researcher impressed by New Zealand fishers' voluntary innovations](https://moana.co.nz/news/leading-international-researcher-impressed-by-new-zealand-fishers-voluntary-innovations/) - Moana New Zealand contract fishers have voluntarily adopted innovations and practices to help reduce seabed contact, according to a recent review by leading international fisheries researcher, Dr Stephen Eayrs and Wellington based Tony Craig from Terra Moana. Findings of the review gathered from Moana contract fishers engaged in bottom trawling, Danish seining and bottom longline
- [Two new Directors join the Moana New Zealand Board](https://moana.co.nz/news/two-new-directors-join-the-moana-new-zealand-board/) - Te Ohu Kaimoana and Moana New Zealand are pleased to announce today the appointment of two new Directors to the Moana New Zealand Board. Bella Takiari-Brame (Waikato-Maniapoto) is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors and a Fellow Chartered Accountant of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Bella returned to Aotearoa in 2013
- [Review of Moana New Zealand contract fishers' gear and practices reveals notable progress on reducing seabed contact](https://moana.co.nz/news/review-of-moana-new-zealand-contract-fishers-gear-and-practices-reveals-notable-progress-on-reducing-seabed-contact/) - In a recent review conducted by Terra Moana Ltd and leading fisheries researcher Dr Stephen Eayrs, Moana New Zealand contract fishers were found to use unexpected innovations and practices voluntarily to reduce seabed contact. The experts were impressed by the enthusiasm and progress made by all fishers involved in this study. The review also found
- [Leading New Zealand Fishing Companies Announce Long Term Arrangement for North Island Inshore Fishing](https://moana.co.nz/news/leading-new-zealand-fishing-companies-announce-long-term-arrangement-for-north-island-inshore-fishing/) - Iwi-owned fishing company Moana New Zealand, and Sanford have announced that they have entered into a long term arrangement involving Sanford's North Island inshore fishery. Subject to various conditions being met, including approval from the New Zealand Commerce Commission, Moana will acquire Sanford’s Annual Catch Entitlement (ACE) for much of its quota of North Island
- [Moana New Zealand joins Pātaka Kai kaupapa to support cyclone hit communities](https://moana.co.nz/news/moana-new-zealand-joins-pataka-kai-kaupapa-to-support-cyclone-hit-communities/) - Moana New Zealand, contract fishers and iwi mobilised quickly to send kai to the east coast of New Zealand after recent weather events caused severe flooding and damage to communities. In the immediate period post Cyclone Gabrielle, we emptied our shelves of packed food in the form of long-life bread and meals-ready-to-eat (MREs) to affected
- [New Sealord Board Chair Announced](https://moana.co.nz/news/new-sealord-board-chair-announced/) - Sealord Group Limited has announced Jamie Tuuta has been selected as the company’s new Board chair from 1 April 2023, replacing current Sealord chairman Whaimutu Dewes when he retires from the Board on 31 March. Whaimutu, of Ngāti Porou and Ngati Rangitihi descent, is a former chair of Moana New Zealand and served as deputy

## Content Pages

- [Global Fisheries Scholarship](https://moana.co.nz/content/global-fisheries-scholarship/) - There are many ways we go above and beyond providing a commercial dividend for our shareholders. We know that providing for future Māori generations is front of mind for our shareholders and as guardians of Māori fishing assets, we share in that desire. Moana New Zealand leads the Global Fisheries Scholarship which unfortunately hasn’t been
- [Responsible Fisher Workshops](https://moana.co.nz/content/responsible-fisher-workshops/) - Responsible Fisher Programme brings together Moana New Zealand’s network of contract fishers to learn about best practice fisheries management, vessel management, health and safety, compliance, industry updates, technology designed to assist in conservation efforts and to network. It has been running since 2016. Each year, guest speakers provide insight and updates about protection areas, restoration
- [SmartOysters](https://moana.co.nz/content/smartoysters/) - SmartOysters is a multi-platform mobile app designed by oyster farmers to help manage on farm activities.It is a simple-to-use application accessed with a weatherproof smart phone that uses mobile data, Wi-Fi and GPS to allow it to be used as an on-water farm management tool. Initially a large-scale trial took place on our Whangaroa farm.
- [Seabird mitigation on the water](https://moana.co.nz/content/seabird-mitigation-on-the-water/) - Our fishers utilise bird mitigation devices and have analysed results from camera trials to prevent catching these taonga species. They also receive training in Seabird Smart techniques to minimise potential interaction with seabirds. Each year Moana New Zealand long line fishers attend the annual Great Barrier Island Black Petrel fledgling banding effort. The ongoing project
- [From Māori, for Māori – Pātaka Kai](https://moana.co.nz/content/from-maori-for-maori-pataka-kai/) - New Zealand’s customary allocation of quota allows us to provide kaimoana to Iwi who hold ACE or quota agreements with Moana, as part of our Pātaka Kai programme. This programme allows Iwi access to kaimoana to be used for tangihana, funerals and community responsiveness in unprecedented times such as Covid19. Moana’s Tauranga based contract fisher
- [Our waste commitment policy](https://moana.co.nz/content/our-waste-commitment-policy/) - As part of our role as Kaitiaki, or guardians of the oceans, we’ve created a companywide waste commitment that will help guide our business going forward. In practicing kaitiakitanga, our lightness of touch extends to leaving the smallest footprint possible in everything we do. In New Zealand we are acutely aware of our marine environment
- [Co-funding commercial fishing with careful precision](https://moana.co.nz/content/co-funding-commercial-fishing-with-careful-precision/) - Precision Seafood Harvesting (PSH) was a nine-year programme under a Primary Growth Partnership with the Ministry for Primary Industries which aimed to develop and trial selective trawl technology on commercial fishing vessels. With the workstreams completed under the first programme, Moana New Zealand is one of three industry co-investors alongside Plant & Food Research which
- [Health and Safety update](https://moana.co.nz/content/health-and-safety-update/) - Critical risks are those which can have serious consequences regardless of whether there is a high or low likelihood of the risk to eventuate. Our risk focus areas were determined by an analysis of the data we have collected over the past few years through our increased reporting, although which can have lesser consequences but
- [Where does the dividend go?](https://moana.co.nz/content/where-does-the-dividend-go/) - Moana New Zealand exists for Iwi and because of Iwi. We are proud of the value we provide to our Iwi partners which goes well beyond a financial return. Seeing the continual socio-economic support that our Iwi partners are able to provide to their communities as a result of their Moana New Zealand dividend, makes
- [Port Nicholson Fisheries](https://moana.co.nz/content/port-nicholson-fisheries/) - Moana New Zealand merged with Port Nicholson Fisheries in April 2016 to form New Zealand’s largest Māori owned lobster business. Port Nicholson Fisheries shareholders are Parininihi ki Waitotara (PKW), Iwi Collective Partnership (ICP) and Ngāti Mutunga ki Wharekauri Asset Holding Company.
- [Our sustainability journey](https://moana.co.nz/content/our-sustainability-journey-strategy/) - This is Moana New Zealand's 3rd generation sustainability strategy. It is underpinned by our brand story of True Connection - Hononga Tūturu. We have taken a bottom up approach in designing our pathway forward to continue to be a responsible company, living true to our value of kaitiakitanga. In designing this strategy, our sustainability
- [Our Ecosystem Services Review](https://moana.co.nz/content/our-ecosystem-services-review/) - In 2014 the New Zealand Sustainable Business Council (SBC) piloted the application of a new approach to analysing our resource base called ecosystem service review. Ecosystem services link ecosystem processes and human well-being in terms of the direct and indirect benefits people obtain from ecosystems.
- [Seabird SMART Training](https://moana.co.nz/content/seabird-smart-training/) - It is widely appreciated that New Zealand is the seabird capital of the world. We mitigate seabirds interactions by ensuring our fishers have all undertaken Seabird SMART training. To take this a step further, we’ve also sent a number of our fishers over to Great Barrier Island to work with Senior Ecologist, Biz Bell in
- [Fin Fish Partnerships](https://moana.co.nz/content/fin-fish-partnerships/) - We actively seek mutually beneficial partnerships with our Iwi shareholders who share our same values. This provides access to the bounty of the sea and gives Iwi more access to a range of business models, which enable a better, more flexible level of participation that suit individual needs. An example of this is our partnership with the
- [Sealord](https://moana.co.nz/content/sealord/) - Established in 1961, Sealord is half owned by all Maori through Moana New Zealand and half owned by Japanese fishing company Nissui. Sealord's global net spans five continents and they deliver $500 million worth of seafood to people in more than 30 countries each year. Sealord are the second largest seafood company in New Zealand
- [Backing our Kiwi kids through Kiwi Can](https://moana.co.nz/content/backing-our-kiwi-kids-through-kiwi-can/) - Moana New Zealand are proud to support our kiwi kids through a programme run by the Graeme Dingle Foundation (GDF), Kiwi Can. Kiwi Can is a life skills and values programme delivered to schools by trained Kiwi Can leaders. Every child in the school attends a Kiwi Can lesson once a week, every week of

## Our People

- [Jamie Tuuta](https://moana.co.nz/people/jamie-tuuta/) - Ngāti Mutunga, Ngāti Tama, Ngāti Maru, Te Ati Awa, Taranaki Tuturu Jamie is an experienced director and has deep commercial and governance experience across a range of industries and sectors which provides him with broad perspective and insight. He is a strong advocate for increased Iwi/Māori commercial collaboration and partnership to generate wealth and broader
- [Glenn Hawkins](https://moana.co.nz/people/glenn-hawkins/) - Ngāti Whakaue and Ngāti Maniapoto Glenn Hawkins has a strong background in Māori business success, having built the largest Māori owned professional services firm in Aotearoa, as well as working with Iwi and Māori organisations across an exceptionally diverse portfolio of industries including agri-business, forestry, fisheries, horticulture, media and more. Glenn’s experience in fisheries includes
- [Bella Takiari-Brame](https://moana.co.nz/people/bella-takiari-brame/) - Waikato-Maniapoto Bella Takiari-Brame is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors and a Fellow Chartered Accountant of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Bella returned to Aotearoa in 2013 after nine years working in London. Bella is a professional Director and holds Government, commercial and Iwi board roles. She is passionate about infrastructure that
- [Steve Tarrant](https://moana.co.nz/people/steve-tarrant/) - Steve, a South Islander born in Temuka, brings to Aotearoa Fisheries over 20 years experience in the seafood business plus five years with the Port of Wellington. He previously worked at Deep Cove Fisheries, which later became part of the Talleys Group. One of the attractions of Aotearoa Fisheries was the chance to work under a different model
- [Dean Moana](https://moana.co.nz/people/dean-moana/) - Ngati Porou, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui Dean Moana is an experienced director and has a long career in the seafood industry in both the commercial and customary fishing sectors in governance and senior management positions. Dean is active in the industry as a newly appointed Director of Te Ohu Kaimoana, Board Chair at Akaroa Salmon and Ngati
- [Simon Owen](https://moana.co.nz/people/simon-owen/) - Simon is a senior Chartered Accountant with more than 30 years’ experience in financial management. He started his career initially in auditing roles across a broad range of industries within KPMG Wellington and their London offices. He then spent over 13 years with Heartland Bank and gained experience within the primary sector with New Zealand
- [Karen Funnell](https://moana.co.nz/people/karen-funnell/) - Karen joined us from the Port sector in Wellington in July 2017. She has a Diploma in Health and Safety Management with over 20 years’ experience in operational management including health and safety. Karen is dedicated to the safety and health of people in the workplace and is proud to be part of a whānau-centric
- [Joseph Thomas](https://moana.co.nz/people/joseph-thomas/) - Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri, Te Ati Awa Joseph got a taste for the kaimoana industry at the age of 14 shucking pāua in a seafood facility on the Chatham Islands, which is now owned and operated by Moana New Zealand. He gained further experience as a crewman and then skipper on a crayfishing vessel on
- [Mark Ngata](https://moana.co.nz/people/mark-ngata/) - Ko Mark Ngata toku ingoa Ko Hikurangi te maunga Ko Waiapu te awa No Marehara te takiwa Ko Ngati Porou te iwi I have enjoyed every minute of my 29 years of experience within the fishing/seafood sector in Southern Africa and New Zealand. Managing activities across harvesting to manufacturing and supply chain within large and
- [Dylan Lawrence](https://moana.co.nz/people/dylan-lawrence/) - Ngāti Raukawa, Te Āti Awa, Ngāti Ranginui, Tūhourangi Dylan is the founder and director of Aukaha Capital and is a leader experienced in capital markets, venture investment, mergers and acquisitions, and international trade. Prior to founding Aukaha Capital, Dylan was the General Manager of Investment at New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE), and responsible for

## Vacancies

- [Process Worker & Quality Controller](https://moana.co.nz/vacancies/process-worker-quality-controller/) - Premium seafood business in Porirua Newly created role Health insurance and paid birthday leave included Our Opportunity As we prepare for our peak fishing season beginning in October, we have created a new Process Worker & Quality Control position to support our production team in maintaining product quality, food safety, traceability, and customer specifications throughout
- [Process Workers](https://moana.co.nz/vacancies/process-workers/) - Premium seafood business in Porirua 2 permanent, full-time roles Health insurance and paid birthday leave included Moana New Zealand; we are true guardians of the world’s most pristine and sustainability managed fisheries (kaitiakitanga). We connect the world to the true taste and rare magic of New Zealand’s best kaimoana. Our Opportunity: As we prepare for

## Locations

- [Fin Fish - Mangonui Wharf](https://moana.co.nz/location/finfish-mangonui-wharf/)
- [Fin Fish - Whitianga](https://moana.co.nz/location/finfish/)
- [Wild Abalone - Wellington](https://moana.co.nz/location/wild-abalone-wellington/)
- [Fin Fish - Wellington](https://moana.co.nz/location/finfish-2/)
- [Group Office - Mount Wellington, Auckland](https://moana.co.nz/location/auckland/)
- [Fin Fish - Napier](https://moana.co.nz/location/finfish-napier/)
- [Moore Wilson (Retail Store)- Wellington](https://moana.co.nz/location/moore-wilson-retail-store-wellington-04-3847549/)
- [Moore Wilson (Retail Store) - Porirua](https://moana.co.nz/location/moore-wilson-retail-store-porirua/)
- [Oysters - Coromandel](https://moana.co.nz/location/oysters-2/)
- [Oysters - Nelson](https://moana.co.nz/location/oysters-nelson/)
- [Wild Abalone - Palmerston North](https://moana.co.nz/location/wild-abalone/)
- [Oysters - Wiri](https://moana.co.nz/location/oysters/)

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