https://aquariumworld.nz/forums/discover/Aquarium World - All ActivityenPictures please!!!Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:59:56 +0000Two or three clubs still seem to be active but many have disappeared 😞Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:45:20 +0000Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:39:39 +0000I'm old, I had to look up what Pickle Rick was then was confused as to what it was made from. Is it made of silicone or the mould it was made in silicone and, if so, what was the pickle made out of? Most important on any substance is to check what's in it as some additives (like mould inhibitors) are toxic to fish.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:24:22 +0000Hi Jo, Welcome back. I am trying to figure out who you are but with no success. I can only think of one Jo from fish keeping in the past but she isn't you. Very little happens on these forums now unfortunately as people seem to prefer taking advice from unknown people on the internet. The camaraderie from the clubs seems to have disappeared. In today's economic climate, I am not sure you can buy a house (especially in Auckland) and set up a marine reef tank at the same time! Good luck!Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:19:42 +0000I hadn't found this group yet, thanks so much!Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:14:13 +0000Good to be back! Haha dark side of my wallet most likely 😅Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:13:49 +0000And admin here https://www.facebook.com/groups/136174609876932Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:10:11 +0000Hi Jo, good to see you are back with the hobby and moving to the dark side lol. Over here nowadays https://www.facebook.com/groups/ophidiomaniacsTue, 01 Sep 2026 08:05:24 +0000Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:37:45 +0000This forum never stops giving! I just made some "Pickle Rick" easter island statues from a silicon mould and was curious if they could go in a tank nekkid, or needed coating...Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:22:06 +0000that's funny! down here in Dunedin we have an LPS who stocks them, although they are the ones that also stock the likes of badis and hillstream loaches so maybe they just like stocking rare fish. (plus they are a bit pricey) good luck hunting!Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:44:08 +0000would be best to talk to your local pet shop and see if you can get some on order from them - I haven't seen any for a little while unfortunately (Wellington also)Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:44:32 +0000Hi, Am looking for some more pea puffer fish in Wellington. Can anyone help?Sun, 09 Aug 2026 01:41:55 +0000I would think any glazier would make one for you. You tell them what size and they will build it. Make sure they know the appropriate glass thickness and bracing required. Ring around and ask each if they have experience building aquariums. Mine was built (in the 80's mind you) by Wayne Lucas Glass here in Blenheim but I am sure there would be someone in Nelson. Perhaps you should contact someone in the Tasman Aquarium Club for advice on the best place to go locally. I found this contact online but don't know if it is still correct; Robin Ashley Robin.ashley1951@gmail.com 03 544 3116Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:37:53 +0000Thank you for your reply. I am in the Nelson area but can travel on south island of course. Do you know any glazier on south island that makes tanks?Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:28:02 +0000I have never bought a branded tank but had mine built by a local glazier then had the cabinet built for it. More robust than those in shops and generally cheaper. Not having bought, or built, for many years though others may have a differing opinion or suggestions.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:30:03 +0000Hi there, I want to buy 2or 3 female dwarf gouramis. I'm located in Christchurch.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:45:40 +0000I am new to NZ but def not to reef tanks. I plan to set up a reef tank with a few fish but mostly LPS and a few SPS. I am wondering about what brand/model of tanks are most reputable/stable here in NZ. I am not set on buying a new tank, in fact, prefer not. My last tank was a 800L display with a 900L stock tank that housed the skimmer, live rock, etc. I will want to go smaller display but I loved having the big stock tank out of site but connected -gave great stability. Any thoughts are appreciated.Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:20:00 +0000Great tank! Its making me want to get back into the hobby lolMon, 13 Jul 2026 00:34:46 +0000There is a few on here https://www.facebook.com/groups/136174609876932Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:50:01 +0000Try contacting the Tasman Aquarium Club. I am sure they can help you. Robin Ashley Robin.ashley1951@gmail.com 03 544 3116Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:04:25 +0000Is there anyone in the Nelson/Stoke/Richmond area that has a reef tank? I am new to NZ and the Nelson area and would like to set up a system like I had 'back home'.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:04 +0000Yes we still breed them.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 01:52:47 +0000Very cool fish and photos.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:53:40 +0000