New ZealandEco village on Auckland's doorstep aims to generate more power than it usesMangawhai Hills includes a community microgrid, connecting solar panels on each house.25 Jan 04:00 PM
World12yo boy dies after Sydney Harbour shark attack despite rescue effortsThe 12-year-old was bitten on both legs while jumping from rocks with friends.24 Jan 06:19 AM
PremiumLifestyleRaglan and the thong bikini: Are tiny togs a hot sand health hazard?Togs, togs, third degree burns. A cautionary tale about shrinking swimwear.23 Jan 07:00 PM
TravelThese are NZ’s 10 best surf beaches, but which will you vote as the ultimate winner?19 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandJones moves to cut bycatch fees for deepwater boats as seas warm and stocks shift15 Jan 10:30 PM
New Zealand'Freak accident': Stingray stabs man in abdomen on Kāpiti Coast beachThe man was training for a surf lifesaving event when the accident occurred.13 Jan 06:00 AM
CrimeFishers warned: Prosecution likely for illegal toheroa, excess tuatua this summerTaking prohibited toheroa can mean a $500 fine or a court prosecution.10 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Had me retching': Christchurch beach closed due to 'ungodly' smell of raw sewageA public health warning has been issued after raw sewage flowed into the busy beach.10 Jan 05:17 AM
New ZealandSummer scorcher: The Bay swim spots to enjoy and those to avoid this weekendMany people in the region will be looking for the perfect place to cool off this weekend. 09 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandSwims, gelato and hot tempers in the carpark: How the Bay's faring in the heatWith Tauranga forecast to hit 30C this weekend, crowds are flocking to the beach. 08 Jan 02:47 AM
New ZealandPerson in serious condition after incident at Dunedin beachEmergency services were called to the St Clair Esplanade just before 11am.07 Jan 11:15 PM
WorldHuman head believed to be that of missing WA snorkeller Wen ‘Walter’ Gu foundPolice say the remains were found on Fence Reef Beach, north of Ledge Point.06 Jan 10:28 PM
New ZealandBeach trip memories | NZ Herald Best Beach 2026Go to nzherald.co.nz/bestbeach to nominate your favourites. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeenager saved from rip thanks to police officer and lifeguardPolice were called at 7pm about a teen who couldn't get back to the New Plymouth shore.02 Jan 03:21 AM
TravelA backpacker, a bar, and a promise in Bali: Kiwi shares wild 16-year love storyThe couple’s meet-cute was anything but ordinary.31 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Quite hairy': Four swept off their feet and into rip by strong currentsOne Waipātiki Beach lifeguard managed to rescue three people in one go.26 Dec 01:32 AM
New ZealandGold Coast tops list as Rotorua travel takes off againTravel agent says 'convenience' is driving the trend. 25 Dec 05:00 AM
AucklandHow safe is your swim spot this summer?Waiheke's Ōnetangi is a good bet, but Judges Bay still has a black 'do not swim' warning.24 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe camping checklist: What not to forget when you go on a family holidayFrom torches to Turkish towels: how to pack for a stress-free camping holiday. 13 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandGreat white likely behind shark fin sighting at Whangārei Heads beachThe shark was spotted on Sunday afternoon at Whangārei Heads by a beachgoer. 10 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Summer traditions can steady us in an unsettled worldOPINION: Summer getaways offer stressed Kiwis rare time to slow down and reconnect.10 Dec 04:00 PM
Auckland'Not survivable': Coroner warns of deadly risk after man's death in dune collapseYoung dad Kane Watson was buried while he was digging in the sand at Muriwai Beach.10 Dec 04:00 PM
AucklandThree teens saved in after-hours rescue at Auckland west coast beachThe three swimmers had been celebrating an 18th birthday before getting caught in a rip.08 Dec 05:25 AM
New Zealand'It almost looked like a stingray': Parent plucks children from shallows after shark spotted at Auckland beachAbout 20 to 30 people scrambled from the water as shouts of 'Shark!' spread.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandShark spotted circling off Te Arai Beach in North AucklandFamilies were left scrambling after a shark was spotted metres from shore off of a Northern Auckland beach. Video / Rosh KumararathnaWatch07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan banned from taking seafood for 3 years after misusing his customary rights Jonathan Moon issued permits for collecting seafood outside of his area for 10 years.28 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies at Mount Maunganui beachA man has died after being pulled from the water.26 Nov 07:24 AM
SportOnce rivals, Beach Ferns set to stun the worldShaunna Polley and Olivia Macdonald are the first Kiwi women at the worlds in 24 years.12 Nov 02:47 AM
