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South Australia ‘under attack’ as coastal waters turn toxic
There are calls for a national disaster to be declared.
Watch: Residents spots orca at Takapuna Beach 'literally' 2m away
One orca was spotted closer to shore, and then another big fin popped up.
On The Up: Jim Coe personifies Mr Counties
Jim Coe has played a key role in helping Karioitahi Beach get a new surf club.
64 Auckland beaches flagged as unsafe for swimming
All but five beaches in Auckland's inner harbour have been flagged as unsafe to swim at.
First-timer's guide to Phuket: The island with something for everyone
Best known for its beaches and nightlife, Thailand’s largest island offers so much more.
Prevention pays off: Lifeguards make waves with fewer rescues
There were just 29 rescues at Bay beaches this summer.
The NZ beach named among the world's 50 best for 2025
Three Australian beaches made the list this year but the Coromandel spot is NZ's only one.
Quiet summer for Northland beaches as water safety efforts take hold
Surf club patrols wrapped up last weekend and will restart on Labour weekend.
'Dangerous conditions': MetService warns Easter weekend beachgoers
Dozens of beaches across Auckland and Northland are marked 'unsuitable for swimming'.
'Resorted' to drone: Body corporate wins case against Paraparaumu unit owner
'Drone wash was not as effective as a manual wash would have been' - tribunal decision.
Pair’s desperate bid to pull unresponsive paddler to safety
'It looked like a bag floating at first, but then I knew it wasn’t a bag,' a rescuer said.
Red Beach rescue
Harlem Scalabrini describes how he tried to rescue a drowning man off Red Beach, north of Auckland.
A backpacker, a bar, and a promise in Bali: Kiwi shares wild 16-year love story
The couple’s meet-cute was anything but ordinary.
Nearly 70 Auckland beaches unsafe for swimming after atmospheric river
Around 60 beaches have red flags; seven are black-flagged for severe risk.
Kids too old for kids club? Take them to this island paradise
Create lifelong memories with the family at this unique pacific spot.
Hundreds of fish beached at Ninety Mile Beach due to predator chase
Experts advise caution, saying beached fish may be unsafe to eat.
Surfers encounter orca off Mount Maunganui beach
Two surfers were treated to a friendly encounter with a pod of orcas off Arataki Beach on Sunday morning. Video / Andy Morris
I went adults-only resort hopping in Fiji - here’s what stood out
These resorts take their 'no children' policy seriously.
Dog joining your beach walk? What you need to know
How to protect wildlife from your dog (and keep them safe too).
Stay like a celebrity in Fiji at this adults-only resort
If you Google, 'where the celebrities stay in Fiji', Tokoriki Island Resort comes up.
Before and after footage of Gold Coast beach reveals damage from ex-cyclone Alfred
Before and after footage of Pal beach on thte Gold Coast beach reveals the damage caused by ex-cyclone Alfred. Video / Supplied
‘What an adventure’: Woman sets sailing world record around Northland
Fiona Heenan has set a world record for the longest distance sailed by a woman in a dinghy
Top businessman pulled face-down from surf ahead of TV appearance
Rescuers performed CPR and used a defibrillator before the man was airlifted to hospital.
Court again rejects ministry's management plan for Northland's cray fishery
The judge found the revised proposal did not address an urgent marine crisis.
Man’s body found on Horowhenua beach, police make plea for information
The man was last seen between midnight and 2am on Thursday morning.
Best things to do in Bali beyond sun, sea and cocktails
From a day of silence to gong massage and soul purification.
'Centre of town an eyesore': local on Waiwera, land sale attempt
The owners say someone better acquainted with the 'wellness industry' should buy the site.