New ZealandTeen swimmer set sights high after national medal haulTe Paki, 13, won a haul of medals at the New Zealand Short Course Swimming Championships.25 Aug 04:47 AM
New ZealandChlorine toxicity: Apology after air-quality failure at Hastings indoor swim champsA parent claims 'nothing was done' at the big swim's big fail.16 Aug 06:32 AM
TravelCruising reimagined: Paul Gauguin's French Polynesia expeditionWhere life at sea is equal parts indulgence and adventure.16 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'Falling into disrepair': Demolition begins at Waiwera Thermal Resort'An ongoing struggle to secure the site against vandalism, which degraded the property.'13 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSport'Scratching our heads': Water issue leaves top Kiwi triathletes vomiting hours after raceTriathlon NZ wants answers after high E. coli levels found in swimming water.08 Aug 03:30 AM
ParalympicsLeslie races to gold at World ChampionshipsCameron Leslie has come from behind in a thrilling race to win gold.03 Aug 07:58 PM
ParalympicsSilver and bronze for NZ swimmers at para world champsWhangārei swimmer Cameron Leslie was second in the S4 100m freestyle.02 Aug 05:35 AM
OlympicsKiwi teen swims to stunning bronze at world champsErika Fairweather became just the fifth woman to break the four-minute mark.23 Jul 05:22 PM
New Zealand'Fit and healthy' man died holding his breath in poolAnt Clausen's family found him at the bottom of an Auckland pool while on holiday from UK.18 Jul 05:00 PM
SportSwimming New Zealand cut camp ahead of world championshipsSwimming New Zealand say its top athletes want less time away from home.29 Jun 09:10 PM
WorldWatch: Horse stuck in swimming pool prompts emergency rescue missionA specialised rescue mission unfolded in a backyard pool after a horse hopped in.25 Jun 08:21 AM
New ZealandInglewood student earns place at world champsAn Inglewood High School student is busy training for the World Junior Championships22 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Lifeguards just missed him': Summer swim costs recent retiree his life"They’d actually been doing roams past that area five minutes before this man went in."20 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLuke Kirkness: From tragedy to triumph: How we can reshape water safety in New ZealandSurfers making a splash in water safety show giving power to the people is key.11 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandSurf lifesaving hours may be reduced after funding knockbackA funding boost of $15,000 won't be enough to keep staff, administrator says.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland swimming stalwart honoured with QSMRichard Dunkerton is approaching 50 years of swimming coaching.04 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelCan you keep a SEAcret? 6 places to learn to mermaidFrom a PADI Mermaid course in French Polynesia to global mermaid retreats.03 Jun 08:56 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Meet the 90+ master swimmersAt 91, Michael Tunnicliffe is the oldest competitor in the 2023 Masters Swimming Champs.31 May 09:20 PM
New ZealandHB age group swim success leads to national squad selectionA young swimmer has set two new regional records and booked a Youth Commonwealths berth.29 May 08:56 PM
KahuCameron Leslie: 'Absolute dream' to represent two sports at ParalympicsLeslie hopes to fulfil "absolute dream" of repping NZ in two sports at Paralympics.24 May 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat's to be done about the William Birch Pool?What should be done with William Birch Pool?24 May 05:00 PM
KahuYoung swimmer to represent NZ at world junior champsManawatū's Milan Glintmeyer will represent New Zealand at the world junior champs.22 May 11:57 PM
New ZealandThen and now: Aquatic Centre roof removed as old photos releasedStage two continues on the three-stage refurbishment.15 May 10:13 PM
New Zealand'Are you a real mermaid?': Competitive swimmer floats art of mermaidingCaitlin Ahlers is used to youngsters asking her if she's a real mermaid.28 Apr 12:21 AM
New Zealand'I was never going to give up': Swimmer, 45, conquers Cook Strait dream"And then all those dolphins turned up. I thought, 'These are here as a bit of a sign'."27 Apr 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFar North’s only indoor pool closes after part of roof falls off, hits staff memberSwimmers look forward to re-opening after training in chilly outdoor pools.26 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportSharks, swells, cold water? Behind the scenes of Kiwi's epic attempt to swim 100kmIt's more than just the sharks and cold swells that scare Ridler about his next venture.20 Apr 03:10 AM
New ZealandNapier’s Ocean Spa to re-open in less than a monthNew and improved public pools set to open in May.19 Apr 04:21 AM
VideoFocus Sport: What it takes to swim 100 km across the Hauraki GulfJono Ridler is days away from attempting to swim 35 hours in the ocean to claim a New Zealand Record. Video / NZ HeraldWatch17 Apr 08:54 AM
PremiumPremiumSportQ&A with Erika Fairweather: The secrets to Kiwi swimming sensation's successFairweather became the sixth fastest female 400m freestyle swimmer in history this month.15 Apr 12:00 AM
OlympicsDame Sophie Pascoe opens up on secret battle before TokyoParalympic legend Dame Sophie Pascoe opens up in a candid and emotional interview.11 Apr 11:40 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Lifesaving lessons for Eskdale SchoolStudents from Eskdale School enjoy free water safety lessons outside the classroom.04 Apr 01:56 AM
New ZealandWhangārei triathletes to take on best in world at Kona IronmanLong-distance open water swimmer Sarah Poplar changes tack to Ironman racing.21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandBrent Eastwood: Massive thank you to Top Energy for the generous supportIt’s always nice when those sponsors are local ones.10 Mar 04:00 PM