NZ Mullet Fishing Nets are ready to use 20m 30m 40m 60m 100m
The Mullet Fishing Net is a professionally rigged, New Zealand-made net designed for both recreational and commercial fishermen targeting mullet, kahawai, and other coastal species. Built tough for New Zealand conditions, these nets combine precision mesh sizing, strong ropes, and tangle-free lead-core lines to ensure reliable, efficient fishing in rivers, harbours, and shallow coastal waters around the North and South Islands. Engineered for New Zealand Fishing Regulations
Each Mullet Net is built to meet New Zealand Fisheries Regulations, offering two standard mesh sizes:
- 3.5-inch / 90 mm mesh – ideal for smaller mullet and mixed inshore species.
- 4.0-inch / 100-mm mesh – perfect for larger mullet, kahawai, and similar fish.
The nets are available as Set Nets (maximum 60 m) or Drag Nets (maximum 40 m), ensuring legal use nationwide. The design has been refined to reduce bycatch and tangling while improving your efficiency and catch consistency.
With custom options and local manufacturing in Auckland, New Zealand, every net is built with precision to handle the demands of both casual and professional fishers. Specifications and Dimensions
- Mesh Sizes: 90 mm (3½ inch) or 100 mm (4 inch)
- Mesh Thickness: 0.50 mm UV-stabilised mono nylon
- Net Depths:
- 25 MD = Approx. 1.9 m deep when set
- 30 MD = Approx. 2.3 m deep when set
- Net Lengths: Available from 20 m to 100 m (standard)
- Top Rope: 6 mm poly rope with high-visibility floats
- Bottom Rope: Braided lead-core rope with encased lead weight for tangle-free use
- Recommended Anchors: 1 kg per 20 m of net at each end
- Colour: Clear mesh for stealth and high catch rates
- Made in: Auckland, New Zealand Key Features
- Ready to Use: Each net comes pre-rigged with floats on the top rope and a weighted lead-core bottom rope. Simply add your name to the anchors and marker buoys to start fishing immediately.
- Balanced Design: The 6 mm top rope and lead-core bottom rope provide perfect tension and alignment, reducing drag and keeping the net upright in tidal currents.
- Durable Construction: The 0.50 mm mono filament line is strong and resistant to UV damage and salt corrosion, providing long-lasting performance in both fresh and saltwater.
- Versatile Options: Available in various lengths to suit different fishing conditions and locations across NZ.
- Efficient Operation: Easy to set and retrieve thanks to high-quality ropes, tangle-free lead core, and lightweight construction.
- Custom Manufacturing: Action Outdoors can build nets to custom lengths to fit local conditions or specific fishery requirements. Designed for Fishing Conditions
From the tidal waters of the Kaipara Harbour to the sheltered inlets of Marlborough Sounds, these nets are designed to perform in diverse New Zealand environments. The clear mono mesh remains nearly invisible underwater, helping you capture fish without alerting them. At the same time, the lead-core bottom rope prevents drifting, keeping the net exactly where you set it.
Whether you’re setting a fixed net overnight or dragging through shallow surf zones, the Mullet Fishing Net handles smoothly and resists twisting, even when wet. How to Use Your Mullet Net Safely and Legally
- Attach Anchors and Marker Buoys: Ensure each end is secured with anchors (about 1 kg per 20 m) and marker buoys clearly labelled with your name and contact details as required by Fisheries Regulations.
- Select the Right Location: Use legal set-net areas away from swimming zones, marine reserves, or restricted harbours. Always check local rules before deployment.
- Deploy Smoothly: Lay the net with the tide and keep the float line straight. Avoid twisting the mesh for maximum efficiency.
- Retrieve and Store: Gently pull in to avoid snags, rinse in freshwater after use, and dry to extend the net’s lifespan. Benefits of Action Outdoors’ Mullet Fishing Nets 1. Built to Last
Made from UV-stabilised 0.50 mm mono and reinforced braided ropes, these nets are built for longevity in New Zealand’s harsh marine climate. Saltwater, sun, and heavy use won’t easily degrade the materials. 2. Easy Handling and Deployment
The braided lead-core rope reduces tangles and spins while making deployment and retrieval faster and smoother for single operators or small teams. 3. Enhanced Catch Rates
With balanced mesh tension and optimal mesh sizes (90 mm & 100 mm), these nets capture target species efficiently while reducing unwanted bycatch and mesh damage. 4. Custom Options
From 20 m harbour nets to 100 m coastal drag nets, Action Outdoors offers custom leng