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WATCH: First sardine net hauled in at Port Edward

The wait is over. Seine netters haul in the first sardine net of the 2026 season at Port Edward.

June 13, 2026
Shona Aylward 1 minute read
Port Edward welcomes the first sardine haul of the season, signalling the start of one of the South Coast's most anticipated annual events. Photos by Peter Brereton

The 2026 sardine season officially got under way on the KZN South Coast this morning (June 13) when seine netters successfully hauled in the first net at Port Edward.

The catch sparked excitement among beachgoers and fishermen, with crowds gathering along the shoreline to witness the annual spectacle.

The arrival of the sardines marks the start of what is expected to be a busy season for netters, anglers, tourists and local businesses, with many hoping for strong shoals to move up the coast in the coming weeks.

Port Edward welcomes the first sardine haul of the season, signalling the start of one of the South Coast’s most anticipated annual events.

The sardine run, often referred to as the “greatest shoal on Earth”, attracts thousands of visitors to the region each year and remains one of the South Coast’s most anticipated natural events.

More nettings are expected as the migration continues along the coastline.

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June 13, 2026
Shona Aylward 1 minute read

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Shona Aylward is a vastly experienced journalist working as a senior reporter. Aside from her extensive community involvement and story writing, she is also involved in creative page layout, and the various media platforms. Shona began her career with Caxton at the Southlands Sun. Previous to this she worked in the marketing industry for surf magazines. Shona is a renown 'greenie' and champions environmental causes. She is also Mom to a number of dogs and cats, and the occasional uninvited snake. When she can find some spare time, it's usually to the beach that she heads.
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