For successful jigging, the jigger needs to use a rod which is good for feeling a strike, and needs to stay in contact with the lure and get it to where the fish are. Most fish caught by jigs are on or near the bottom.
Fly from Australia to New Zealand aboard one of the airlines that service both countries, such as Air New Zealand, Quantas, Air Pacific, Air Tahiti Nui and Virgin Australia.
The total flight duration from New York, NY to New Zealand is 18 hours, 27 minutes. This assumes an average flight speed for a commercial airliner of 500 mph, which is equivalent to 805 km/h or 434 knots. It also adds an extra 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Your exact time may vary depending on wind speeds.