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Yeah I found the survey didnt explain that well to begin with ... I also on phone didnt realise I needed to scroll right to see a whole row of tick boxes until later and had to go change my questions.. tbh I dont see any new regulatory departments being set up with the govt of our day

I have received the below email, I did share this on the FNZAS facebook page as well. Kia ora We are writing to inform you about a Te Uku Kahika - Regional and Unitary Councils Aotearoa (TUK) led initiative to develop a more nationally consistent approach to managing the potential impacts of exotic pet species. Currently, there is no nationally consistent regulatory framework covering the management of these species. Rules instead sit within Regional Pest Management Plans, which differ between regions and can be confusing. For example, Auckland restricts breeding, selling and releasing some species, while they can still be bred and sold elsewhere. TUK is asking exotic pet owners/groups to participate in the attached survey to better understand the scale and volume of trade related to certain exotic species already in New Zealand, including some birds, terrapins, lizards, and newts. This survey also seeks views on the merits and the potential impacts of regulation. The purpose of the survey is to provide a better understanding of the domestic trade of exotic pets already present in the country that could potentially form wild populations. It will ensure potential impacts to the sector are well understood and can be fairly considered in any future processes. We appreciate any insights the sector can share into how we could collectively tackle this problem to best protect the environment while minimising impacts on those who value exotic pets. The information will help estimate how many species are kept as pets and to enable further work on management options. The information gathered will remain anonymous. Have your say – SURVEY LINK This is your opportunity to provide information to support the project. The attached survey is now live, and we will be accepting responses until the 29th of May 2026. Further information can also be found at the Te Uru Kahika website: https://teurukahika.govt.nz/our-work/biodiversity-biosecurity/biosecurity/exotic-pets-survey Ngā mihi Te Uru Kahika

Kia ora Koutou, Please find attached a corrected version of the previous AGM minutes. The earlier version was circulated before the corrections previously agreed had been applied. The attached version includes those agreed corrections and full legal names and should be treated as the version for consideration at the AGM on 9 May 2026. For transparency, the corrected minutes have been clearly marked as a corrected version. At AGM the corrected minutes will be ratified as being the true and correct record. Also, minor amendments have been made to the financial statement, two of the expenses had been labelled backwards and have now been corrected to read clearer. Also available is the same financial statement but now completed in XRB format, of which the society may need to use in the future to meet Government regulations. -- Maxine Lynch President, Federation of New Zealand Aquatic Societies Statement of financial performance FNZAS 2025 2026 XRB report.pdf FNZAS AGM 2025 corrected.pdf Statement of financial performance FNZAS 2025 2026.pdf

To note - the financial documents will be sent again but completed in Teir 4 XRB - this is so we can see both types of statements and yes, I'm aware that we need to make a correction on the 2025 AGM minutes

Email has been sent to all Club Delegates, Executive Committee members and any registered club email addresses.

attachments added: Reports of Executive Committee FNZAS AGM 2026 FNZAS AGM 2025 minutes FNZAS SGM 26/02/2026 minutes Statement of financial performance FNZAS 2025-2026 nominations for Executive Committee 2026 - 2028 Reports of FNZAS Executive Committee for AGM 2026.pdf Statement of finaicial performance FNZAS 2025 2026.pdf FNZAS AGM 2025.pdf Minutes of Special General Meeting 26 02 2026.pdf Nominations for Executive Committee 2026-2028.pdf

Kia ora all This is the notice of AGM for 2026 and the agenda and details for AGM The email with attachments will be sent tomorrow, this will include the reports, minutes and financial statements for FNZAS. AGM is to be held via Zoom 9 May 2026 10 am Anyone can observe the AGM but only Executive Committee and Delegates are able to speak unless requested by Chairperson. AGM is recorded - only the audio file is kept and stored digitally for the FNZAS Chair - Maxine Lynch FNZAS President, Minute taker - Christopher Drake FNZAS Vice-President Agenda Call to order Introductions (Executive Committee, Delegates, apologies, Proxies and other attendees) Reports of the running of FNZAS including President's report, Treasurers report and financial statements, Breeding Coordinator's report and Editor's report Elections of positions President - Maxine Lynch. Vice president - two nominations for one position. Votes can be cast prior to AGM for eligible voters by emailing [email protected] and [email protected] (non-member scrutineer) nomination received for Christopher Drake and Mark McElhinney. Secretary - Michael Wilson Treasurer - Patricia Lynch Breeding Coordinator - Aaron Gabb Editor - Darren Stevens Committee members (1 - 3) We have three nominations, however whomever gets the role of Vice President will likely step down from Committee Member, Executive only hold one vote even if more than one role is held (unless they are a delegate as well) nominations received for Christopher Drake, Aaron Gabb and Mark McElhinney. Remit Date for AGM 2027 Capitations Conflicts of Interest Qualifications of an officer Trophies Close meeting Topic: FNZAS AGM Time: May 9, 2026 10:00 AM Auckland, Wellington Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97716671385?pwd=p26Z1brtlvdrP3zpgPfx35RPSVuGQK.1 Meeting ID: 977 1667 1385 Passcode: 117115 Join instructions https://zoom.us/meetings/97716671385/invitations?signature=93OXu7dbIyTwKQp440FM-gURp7Zu4BeFKmBG4nz5ea4

The bigger the better.... 150l per full sized Oscar or near there is what google was telling me If your adding 4 plus 2 others id go as big as you can at the moment

Will need to ask your local pet shops for females.

In NZ we had 2 types of endlers imported.. red chests and tiger endlers... these can cross with guppies but also guppies can revert back to wild type colourtion I dont know if there's anyone left breeding pure red chests but I have tiger endlers. Its hard to say what you have as it could be a combination of things

Attached is the finalized FNZAS constitution that has been adopted at the Special General Meeting held on 26 February 2026 FNZAS Constitution Final 26 02 2026.pdf

On the 26 January 2026 the FNZAS Executive Committee voted to hold a Special General Meeting via Zoom as per our constitution. The Draft Constitution is attached for you, please also see the document which lists the changes since Rev A. Only Executive Committee and Delegates can speak at this meeting unless invited to speak by chairperson, members can observe. The Special General Meeting is to cover the following only: -Accept as read last minutes from 26 January 2026 -Formally agree to reregister under the 2022 Act. -Approve the constitution. -Decide who the officers will be (your society’s committee plus any other officers it may need). The chosen officers must: Consent in writing to be an officer, and certify they are not disqualified. Complete the interest register for perceived, potential and actual conflicts of interest and provide this back. -Decide who the contact person will be. There must be at least one and no more than 3. The contact person’s details are only for the Registrar to use. -Decide on the Annual General Meeting Date and call for nominations of Executive Committee roles. The details for the zoom meeting are below: President FNZAS is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: FNZAS Special General Meeting Time: Feb 26, 2026 07:30 PM Auckland, Wellington Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99506662292?pwd=not7O18UUhKqFD8jFFABvB4uncavmE.1 Meeting ID: 995 0666 2292 Passcode: 898167 Join instructions https://zoom.us/meetings/99506662292/invitations?signature=ATq_v5EC2zWSbUPG1ttZDDjv2f-K1l7bEn8YiaESrjI -- Maxine Lynch President, Federation of New Zealand Aquatic Societies Draft constitution FNZAS - REV B.pdf Changes to constitution between Rev A and Rev B.pdf

Water parameters need to be checked.. ammonia.. nitrite and nitrates Check ph as well just in case. It could be a few different diseases its very hard fpr people to determine a disease based on a snap shot of the whole tank environment or without pictures.

hi guys, thought I would pop a quick message in here, Mark has been in hospital recently, so please be patient with him, he will respond when he is well enough. Thank you

Contact fintastic studios ... I may have heard some things ... but check the L number

Lampeye fish are not rice fish.. they are more like killies than rice fish also this is an older thread you've replied to 😀

To note you've replied to a thread thats 11 years old.

Hey I do not think we have them in nz.. closest thing we get is the dusky millions / leopard fish

have you considered a plywood tank with two "windows" of glass?

Public consultation has started - this shows - no changes to alot where tissue cultures are included email as follows: The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) wants your feedback about proposed changes to the Import Health Standard: Plants for Planting (155.02.06). Proposed changes to the Plants for Planting Import Health Standard (155.02.06)

This is a copy of an email sent by MPI: The MPI-ABTRT (Approved Biosecurity Treatments for Risk Goods) has been amended effective 24 September 2025. Treatment Requirement: Approved Biosecurity Treatments [PDF, 1.2 MB] The main changes are the addition of a new treatment of ballast water and the replacement of a chemical for the treatment of snails on nursery stock. Other minor administrative changes to improve clarity are also implemented, noting that some information will have moved within the document. Finding treatment options and providers

Just to note this is a 4 yr old forum.