About Us

The Hunting & Fishing New Zealand franchise was established in 1986, and is now recognised as one of New Zealand's leading authorities for hunting and fishing information and equipment. We currently have 33 stores around the country.

Our skilled and experienced staff really know what they are talking about, and can help you to make the best purchasing decisions - while our buying power ensures the great value-for-money reputation, for which we are famous.

The Hunting & Fishing New Zealand team are as passionate about the outdoors as you are - our stores have been described as interesting destinations in themselves for hunters, fishers or any outdoor enthusiast!

The Story behind the Brand

In 1986 we opened Andy Tannock's Hunting & Fishing store in Main Street, Palmerston North. Andy's life and career even at that time had revolved around his passion to hunt and fish, but he was frustrated that hunters and anglers were starved of selection, service and value when it came to gearing up for the awesome New Zealand outdoors.

Andy's vision was to not only create the sort of store he would want to shop in, but for that business to organise and sponsor events outside the shop, be staffed by enthusiasts who could pass on their experience in the outdoors to their customers, and where possible to match or beat the best prices being advertised anywhere in the country.

The concept proved so sucessful that Tannock was approached by other high profile specialist outdoor stores. He was able to pick the cream of the best independent retailers out there to join forces in what has since grown to become the powerful and successful Hunting & Fishing New Zealand franchise.

Over twenty years on and the passion for the outdoors and the excitement of what Hunting & Fishing New Zealand's future plans can provide for its customers is burning as strongly as ever. Thank you for your custom - see you in store soon!