Our auction facility is open Monday to Friday from early morning to ensure the freshness of the catch. You can view the fish and seafood prior to the auction from 5am to 6am, allowing you to inspect the quality and variety available. Bidding commences at 6am sharp.

Any New Zealand registered business with a vested interest in seafood is welcome to reach out regarding an application to become a buyer. There is no minimum limit on what you can buy (from 1 plastic bag with a single fish to multiple tons). We have improved the account setup process, which typically takes between 1 to 2 working days. If all the required documents are correct and received early, your account can be ready the same day.

Any fisher with a fishing permit and a GST number can set up an account to supply fish for the auction. We comply with all the regulations from the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) to be a Licensed Fish Receiver (LFR) and provide support to new fishers/small companies to ensure the fish is fresh and of high quality. To set up an account, we require completion of a registration form along with additional documentation (fishing permit, vessel registration, bank account, GST registration). Similar to buyers, if all documents are correct, the account can be set up within the next 2 working days (as we conduct background checks through Fishserve).

Our daily catch from most suppliers is less than 12 hours old. We also offer some fish caught a little older at a reduced price, depending on the supplier.

We have access to a wide range of species, including popular ones like Snapper, Tarakihi, Gurnard, Grey Mullet, Kahawai, and more. Our supply is consistent, and depending on volumes, we offer a wide variety of options and prices.

We send out a text the night before the auction outlining what we are aware is coming in. What is available for auction is accessible on the AFM online portal from 5am.

All buyers have access to an online account for the auction. This service allows them to log in, bid remotely, and pick up the fish at any time between 6am and 2.30pm on the same day. We ensure the fish is iced down to maintain the freshness of the product.

• We offer delivery options within Auckland and across New Zealand for product purchased, with freight costs depending on the volume purchased and covered by the buyer.
• What You See, What You Get: As a buyer, you can walk through the floor before the auction starts and inspect the available product to ensure you get the best quality, like a beautiful bin of Snapper caught 2 hours ago.
• The nature of the auction allows equal access to products for all buyers, eliminating queues.