New ZealandCoastline drownings 'a national tragedy' - new reportSurf Life-Saving New Zealand's report looks at NZ drowning toll.28 Dec 05:21 AM
New ZealandAlgal bloom is back in Hawke's Bay, no swimming or shellfish collecting on Cape Coast advisedThe bloom off Te Awanga and Haumoana has been tested and the risk of toxicity is low.23 Dec 08:33 PM
New ZealandMore than 90 drowning fatalities forecast by the end of this yearThere have been 86 deaths by drowning this year and modelling predicts another six.23 Dec 08:02 AM
New ZealandTwo double drownings in five days highlight river dangers, says coronerAlmost two years ago, two drowned in the Manawatū River. Days later, another two died.22 Dec 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelOpen-water swim tours are surging in popularity. Here's whyRiding the wave of popularity, swimming tours are the latest travel trend to try.21 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Incredibly popular’ beach to greet 60,000 campers over summerThe Abel Tasman park campsite is fully booked from now until mid-February.21 Dec 04:42 AM
New ZealandIn the shallows: Death at Ocean Beach and early rip rescues spark summer warningThe man was identified by police on Monday as 26-year-old Hyuckjun Kown, of Auckland.18 Dec 08:03 AM
SportWhat's the easiest Olympic sport?NZ Herald sports journalist Bonnie Jansen hit the streets to ask the public what they think the easiest Olympic Sport is. Video / Alyse WrightWatch16 Dec 06:33 AM
New ZealandDid the cyclone affect Hawke's Bay's hidden natural hot springs?The springs are one of the few places left to enjoy thermal pools for free.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMaking a splash: An expert's guide to doing the perfect bomb/manuThose judged as having the best manu could head to the world championships.15 Dec 03:28 AM
New ZealandBlack flags: Popular Auckland beaches blacklisted due to sewageSafeswim has advised against swimming the beaches along Castor Bay.13 Dec 06:55 PM
New ZealandHometown hero targets Ironman World Championships in Taupō next yearAll eyes now turn to the Ironman World Championships in Taupō next year.10 Dec 10:42 PM
TravelHe went to Bora Bora for a romantic holiday with his wife. He left with a world record“My wife wasn’t overjoyed," Nick Edwards said of his commitment to the gruelling feat.08 Dec 06:30 PM
New Zealand'Real people, preventable deaths': Drowning prevention charity wins life-saving Xmas bonusDrowning Prevention Auckland gets a Christmas grant from Auckland Airport.07 Dec 04:00 PM
OlympicsKiwi Olympic medal hopeful to join rivals in Paris buildupLewis Clareburt is at the world-renowned aquatic programme at Arizona State University.05 Dec 12:13 AM
New ZealandHamiltonians split on $1.7m makeover plans for Wellington Street BeachStorms and river level fluctuations this year have caused the jetty to collapse.03 Dec 09:35 PM
KahuTop gong for world-class Dunedin swimmerSwimmer Erika Fairweather takes out top Māori Sports Award.26 Nov 10:30 PM
New ZealandFlash Planet? Revamped Hastings icon Splash Planet to open on MondayA fair bit of water will greet guests of Splash Planet on Monday.18 Nov 11:49 PM
New Zealand‘Really thrilled’: Napier to feature on the world triathlon circuitTick off February 24-25 for the triathlon in Napier.14 Nov 03:39 AM
Sport'That felt tough': Erika Fairweather books third World Champs spotThe Ngāi Tahu swimmer, 19, has already qualified in two other events for the world champs.12 Nov 04:09 AM
New ZealandWater quality at Castlecliff Beach above the rest in WhanganuiThe majority of swimming spots in Whanganui had poor-quality water.09 Nov 04:04 PM
KahuRāhui placed after triathlon death to be lifted todayRespects have been paid after a swimmer died off Napier on Saturday.05 Nov 06:45 PM
New ZealandIronMāori heartbreak: All respect after Napier tragedyA rāhui was put in place for two days off Ahuriri.05 Nov 04:54 AM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsPaul Lewis: Clareburt move sad reflection of underfunded countryOpinion: If Kiwi swimmer gets among medals, he will have done so by beating bureaucracy.04 Nov 01:06 AM
Olympics'Tough life lesson': Coach’s emotional farewell to departing ClareburtLewis Clareburt’s longtime swimming coach Gary Hollywood has bid an emotional farewell.31 Oct 09:06 PM
OlympicsComm Games swimming champion ditches capital for AucklandLewis Clareburt is tired of council pool headaches as he prepares for Paris Olympics.31 Oct 04:26 AM
New Zealand'Ladies only': New initiative teaching ethnic women to swim'When I go on a holiday, I can swim with my girls ... and have fun with the family.'20 Oct 03:02 PM
KahuManu World Champions to be crowned in Aotearoa this summerNo one dive bombs like the Kiwis.15 Oct 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsParalympian Cameron Leslie helps launch campaign to change disability narrativeLeslie hopes to normalise impairment and what is possible.12 Oct 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMillions needed to fully upgrade Whanganui East PoolRelocating the outdoor facility could be an option in the future.10 Oct 04:00 PM
Banking and financeUrge to splurge dries out in new card spending dataPools are tanking, but Barbenheimer and some hardy perennial fixes were star performers.10 Oct 02:12 AM
SportKiwi Erika Fairweather breaks World Cup 400m freestyle record in BerlinThe 19-year-old’s time eclipsed the eight-year-old record by three seconds.08 Oct 04:53 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelHolidaying in Hawaii? Local - and star singer - Jack Johnson shares his top tipsNew York Times: Hawaii's homegrown artist shares island gems close to his heart.05 Oct 04:30 AM
New ZealandHamilton Lake warning lifted but mind the scumHealth warning placed on Hamilton Lake lifted, but still in place for other lakes.28 Sep 01:12 AM
