Real Fresh FISH
Their Story
Ngāti Porou Seafoods Group was established in 2002 to manage the tribe's annual catch entitlement (ACE). The 'Real Fresh' outlet is a testament to the Zame family's deep connection to the sea, passed down through generations. Their history of fishing the East Coast spans over 70 years, preceded by…
What They Make
Fresh and Frozen Seafood (general selection), Crayfish (fresh from certified live holding plant), Ahia Branded Smoked Fish Products (smoked fish spreads, Ahia Freshly Smoked Kahawai Mānuka Honey), Fish Offcuts (for Ahia-brand fish spreads), Fish Heads and Entrails (for crayfish bait). Likely fresh offerings include Tarakihi, Snapper, Kingfish, John Dory, Red Gurnard, Hapuku, Moki, Porae, and Trevally (based on Gisborne Fisheries listings and shared geographical focus).
Awards & Recognition
- Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards — Winner (for Ahia Freshly Smoked Kahawai Mānuka Honey)(2020)
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How to Get Their Products
Direct Sales
49 The Esplanade, Gisborne
Physical Location (Esplanade, Gisborne), Mobile Seafood Truck (services East Coast, Wairoa), Gisborne Farmers' Market (Saturdays, Old Army Hall Carpark, Gisborne), Local Home Deliveries (Mondays within Gisborne region, orders over $40 + $5 fee, online ordering by cut-off times), Wairoa Pick-up (Thursdays at River Parade, orders by Wednesday night), Deliveries to other East Coast locations (Hicks Bay, Ruatoria, Tolaga Bay).