It also represents fertility and prosperity.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her pregnancy on Instagram on Friday morning, posting an adorable photo of three fishing hooks, one for each member of her growing family.
The hooks were an obvious reference to partner and dad-to-be Clarke Gayford's love of fishing, which added a few extra adorable points to the announcement.
An additional detail that people overseas in particular might not know but that will no doubt have played a part in the choice of photo is the symbolic meaning behind the fish hook in M膩ori culture.
The fish hook (hei matau) symbolises strength, good luck (and safe travel across water, which is slightly less relevant but still good).
Take your Radio, Podcasts and Music with you
Get the iHeart App
Get more of the radio, music and podcasts you love with the FREE iHeartRadio app. Scan the QR code to download now.
Download from the app stores
Stream unlimited music, thousands of radio stations and podcasts all in one app. iHeartRadio is easy to use and all FREE
