New ZealandTeen who died swimming at Christchurch beach was about to start universityThe popular teen drew a crowd of at least 300 at his tangi.28 Jan 01:19 AM
TravelBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winnerThe results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBoy seen struggling in harbour rescued by vehicle ferry skipperBoysie-James Siosiua was pulled from the harbour after trying to retrieve a basketball.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Miserable weather’: Summer visitors turn away from Splash PlanetSplash Planet's visitor numbers are so far more than 12,000 down on last summer.15 Jan 12:50 AM
New ZealandHow La Niña could bring sharks back to NZ shores this summerDespite recent warnings one man is excited about the promise of more sharks in the region.14 Jan 04:03 PM
Kahu‘Really proud’: Mother-daughter showdown at Manu World ChampsHayden Etuata and Fa’atupuinati Berking to represent Māngere at 2025 Manu Grand Final.12 Jan 08:03 PM
New ZealandHow to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyondNorthlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhānau disgusted after sign too small to prevent poo swimA river had been polluted by sewage from a New Plymouth shopping centre.10 Jan 05:16 AM
New ZealandPopular Auckland city beach now on sea lice watchlist: Swimmers at Mission Bay, Waiheke Island cautionedNiwa says this year's warmer waters are proving ideal conditions for sea lice.09 Jan 07:49 PM
Kahu‘Girls can bomb too’: Tatiana pushes for change in manu worldTatiana encourages girls to join manu, aiming for Z Manu World Champs grand final.09 Jan 07:24 PM
New ZealandBeachgoers ‘mauled by sea lice’ as swimmers covered in rashes'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum. 08 Jan 11:45 PM
New ZealandWatch: Ocean swimmers bust alleged poachers at marine reserve'You betcha they didn't expect to see us,' swimmer says of boaties caught with '200 fish'.03 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhat's open on New Year's Day in Auckland?Businesses are free to trade on New Year’s Day but that doesn’t mean they all do.31 Dec 09:14 PM
New ZealandShark sightings force Coromandel beaches to close temporarilyWhiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.27 Dec 05:36 AM
New ZealandAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown kicks up a stink after waterfront pool declared unsafe for swimmingActual testing of the pool is needed, says the mayor.27 Dec 12:36 AM
New ZealandThe seven Auckland beaches you shouldn't swim at this summer - and all the rest you canWhether you're heading out for a morning dip or a family day at the beach, check Safeswim.26 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThree top new residences which won 2024 architecture awardsOutstanding designs displayed in Whanganui, Ōtautahi and Wānaka residential buildings.24 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe full-body pool workout that doesn’t involve swimmingNY Times: This water workout offers high-intensity training with less strain.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow to make swimming your summer workoutNew York Times: A trip to the pool can become serious exercise.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDive into summer: Five water workouts to boost your fitnessNY Times: It's time to hit the beach and the pool. How to exercise while you’re there.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDive into an open-water workoutNY Times: Open-water swimming is an exhilarating alternative to your usual pool routine.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Brownie's Pool': Downtown Auckland pool a hit for summerThe new free open-air saltwater pool is already proving popular.22 Dec 05:11 AM
New ZealandNew open-air saltwater pool makes a splash in AucklandA new open-air saltwater pool has opened on Auckland’s waterfront. Video / Alex BurtonWatch22 Dec 02:41 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Yes that’s the mayor swimming in Auckland’s brand new poolOPINION: Love this City, this week with rates, roads, bus-stops and swimming pools. 20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘They were smashed everywhere’: Teen rescues kids swept into ‘violent’ surfKeira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.20 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZThe rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.15 Dec 05:36 AM
New ZealandSearch resumes for bridge-jumper missing in Waikato RiverExtensive searches failed to locate the man, who jumped from Pukete Bridge.14 Dec 09:50 PM
New ZealandWould be dead today: 11yo owes his life to off-duty lifeguards in dramatic rescueLifeguards were cooking on the barbie when they had to rush to save a mum and three sons.07 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘Mass rescue’ at Port Waikato beach after kids caught in ripOne is taken out of the water semi-conscious after three kids and an adult hit trouble.06 Dec 07:44 AM
New Zealand'My heart just broke': Witness' grief comes 'flooding back' after swimming hole tragedy'You just feel so wholeheartedly for these people that are going through this tragedy ...'05 Dec 04:03 PM
New ZealandYoung swim stars named: Athletes set for global stageMuchirahondo breaks Danyon Loader's 400m IM NZ record by over 4 seconds, smashing titles.03 Dec 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Mōrere is finally reawakened': Beloved hot springs to reopen after two years of closuresThe Mōrere Hot Springs will be open in time for Christmas. 02 Dec 03:45 AM
New ZealandNo rescues yet for surf life saving club as summer patrols underwayTwenty lifeguards trained for summer, and 90 more qualified to assist at Waimārama.29 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman 'frozen' after man's nude approach at Hawke’s Bay beach'I turned my head and there are just genitals, that I didn't want to see, nor ask to see.'28 Nov 11:00 PM
