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Island News

May 28, 2021

The Taiko Trust - For our future islanders and visitors

The Taiko Trust is a non-profit conservation organisation based on New Zealand’s remote Chatham Islands. Working alongside ornithologists and the Department of Conservation, local Chatham landowners set up the trust to protect endemic and endangered wildlife on the Island.

May 28, 2021

How we fish - our sustainable fishing practices

Fishing is tough, but ultimately rewarding work that supports many livelihoods. Naturally, securing the Chatham Island’s bounty for future generations is of prime importance. For us, sustainability is not just a buzzword — it ensures the survival of our community as a whole.

May 28, 2021

The Chatham Islands Ocean - Why it's so special

The waters surrounding the Chatham Islands are bountiful. But what makes them so special? And what gives rise to the internationally renowned flavours of Chatham Island seafood?

April 28, 2021

How to defrost frozen seafood in 3 steps

Wild caught seafood is delicious, healthy and unfortunately, perishable. We snap freeze our premium seafood on site, shortly after being caught, to lock in maximum freshness and flavour, before delivering it to your door. The question is, how do you thaw your Chatham Island seafood quickly and without sacrif…

April 27, 2021

Why seafood is good for heart health

  Fish and seafood are an important part of a healthy, balanced diet — but why exactly?    Health foods ‘You are what you eat’ — the mantra of nutritionists the world over — couldn’t be more relevant today. Our fast-paced lifestyles and on-the-go eating habits can quickly become unhinged,...

April 27, 2021

How to Crumb Fish

How to crumb fish. Chatham Island Food Co delivers wild, sustainable seafood to NZ homes and celebrates the many ways kiwis enjoy eating it.

February 12, 2021

Discover the Chatham Islands Festival 2021

The much anticipated Chatham Islands Festival celebrates the heritage, cuisine and resilience of New Zealand’s most remote community.

December 17, 2020

Frozen vs Fresh Fish

Often the best wild caught fish is actually frozen — and the reasons might be simpler than people think.

November 30, 2020

Guide to New Zealand Blue Cod

Named for their colour, which ranges from blue-green to blue-grey depending on age and sex, the Blue Cod is not technically a cod, but rather a type of Sand Perch.

November 30, 2020

A Guide to New Zealand Paua

Paua is considered a delicacy both at home and abroad — especially within Asian markets where it’s the preferred dish for new year celebrations.

October 06, 2020

New Zealand’s most authentic, remote, travel destination?

The Chatham Islands possess an untouched beauty, unique heritage and a curious history; they’re a great destination for those seeking authentic tourist experiences.

August 10, 2020

Investing in the future

The Chatham Islands are one of New Zealand’s true hidden treasures, but locals expect new infrastructure investment will help share the Island’s rugged beauty to a larger audience.