We are excited to team up with Upper Mataura Fishing Connect and Fish & Game Southland to bring you Fishing for Farmers.

The day is targeted at farmers, growers and their families. Providing the opportunity to get off farm and try something new.

Catch up with other farmers and share how things are going on farm.

Everything will be supplied free of charge due to the amazing support of both Upper Mataura Fishing Connect, Fish & Game Southland, along with McIntyre Dick & Partners Hunting & Fishing Southland and Vet South Winton

Sunday 18 October 2026
10.00am - 2.30pm
Oreti River - 1328 Dipton-Winton Highway, Benmore
BBQ Lunch with be supplied

Fishing Licence - you will be issued a special day licence if you don't have a licence for the 2026-2027 season.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver/parent.

If you have any questions contact Emily Woolsey, Southland Rural Support Trust Operations Coordinator:

Email emily.woolsey@ruralsupport.org.nz

Text 027 469 7848

The event is free of charge - registrations are essential for planning and catering.

Contact the host of Fishing for Farmers Southland - October 2026