KahuWarning over toxic chemicals on New Plymouth beachAn official feared children could die if they came into contact with the toxic chemicals.10 Apr 11:26 PM
New ZealandThree rescued after boat sinks in Auckland’s Hauraki GulfA Coast Guard vessel located the people in the water just after 3pm today.07 Apr 07:21 AM
New ZealandArrests and drink-driving at Whangamatā Beach HopThe vast majority of participants were well-behaved and enjoyed a great weekend.26 Mar 04:05 AM
New ZealandBoaties and beachgoers beware: Cyclone remnants still pose dangersOfficial advice from Lawa still advises people to stay out of the water.20 Mar 03:02 AM
TravelDisgraced Silicon Valley Bank CEO escapes to luxurious Hawaiian homeThe former bank boss wasted no time jetting to his multimillion-dollar home in Hawaii.17 Mar 01:42 AM
TravelAustralia vs New Zealand: Who has better beaches?Summer has been tepid but the competition was hot in a recent ranking.28 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandAs sunshine finally arrives, at least 19 Auckland beaches remain off-limitsAuckland’s water quality monitor has raised black “do not swim” flags at eleven beaches28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHealth warning: Shellfish off limits in entire Firth of ThamesCooking shellfish does not remove the toxin.22 Feb 09:34 PM
New ZealandBeaches out for weeks: Napier raw sewage pumped out to seaA rāhui is in place for the contaminated coastline,22 Feb 04:53 AM
New ZealandAucklanders warned of swimming risk at several popular beaches after sewage overflowDeputy Mayor Desley Simpson said wastewater was running into stormwater drains nearby.21 Feb 04:01 AM
TravelUS expat loses it over 'insane' sound only heard on Aussie beachAn American woman living in Australia has been left baffled by this “insane” noise.21 Feb 02:56 AM
New ZealandBeaches will be unmanned as surf lifesaving clubs feel impact of cycloneMany Northland beaches are currently unpatrolled by lifeguards due to the storm aftermath17 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'An emotional time': Far North locals rally to try to save stranded whalesOne of the whales is believed to have died - efforts to save the remaining four continue.15 Feb 03:30 AM
Travel7 guided trips to the world’s best beach destinationsLooking to explore the last untouched beaches? Leave it to the experts.01 Feb 07:53 PM
TravelMake this year's Fiji holiday the best one yetFiji offers something for everyone, even Oprah Winfrey.31 Jan 08:30 PM
Travel9 bucket list beaches from around the worldIf you thought New Zealand had impressive beaches, check these out.31 Jan 05:00 AM
Travel14 of the best beaches in the UK and EuropeDreading winter? Then plan a European beach escape to one of these top spots.31 Jan 04:00 AM
TravelBeached as: WA police ask tourists to help dig out patrol carTwo officers found themselves in an embarrassing situation at a popular beach.30 Jan 06:49 PM
New ZealandBest Beaches 2023 WinnersThe winners for Aotearoa's Best Beaches have been announced! Congratulations to our winners. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelLooking for a summer daytrip? These were NZ's 2023 Best Beach winnersRemind yourself where the 2023 best beaches were, ahead of our 2024 search.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Swimming for our lives’: Drowning death toll tracking up since 2018Since the start of summer, 32 people have drowned in New Zealand.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPopular beach closes after shark spottedThe shark was first seen at about 12.50pm.26 Jan 02:08 AM
Travel'Keep it a secret!' Locals fume as Aussie hidden gems overrunResidents of idyllic Australian towns are fuming as once-secret secret spots are exposed.12 Jan 03:33 AM
TravelBest Beach 2023: Dai Henwood and Josh Thomson reveal their best-loved summer spotsThe Kiwi comedians reveal the New Zealand beaches they rate the most.09 Jan 10:30 PM
TravelNew Zealand's best beaches, according to Liz from The BethsLiz Stokes picks her favourite Kiwi beaches. Find out how to vote for yours.06 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelBest Beach 2023: Bree Tomasel and Jayden Daniels' favourite summer spotsThe Celebrity Treasure Island hosts share their most-loved Kiwi beaches.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOff-duty police officer saves teenagers caught in ripThe rescue happened on Dunedin's St Kilda beach.29 Dec 01:29 AM
New Zealand'Alcohol and water don't mix' - police issue safety advice as holiday drowning toll climbsWhether swimming, diving or boating, there are plenty of precautions you should take.27 Dec 07:28 PM
New ZealandFocus: How to stay safe around sharks this summerShark expert Dr Riley Elliott explains how to stay safe around sharks at holiday hotspots plus reveals his new app that lets you track sharks in real-time this summer. Video / NZ HeraldWatch21 Dec 04:58 PM
TravelNew Zealand’s most expensive beach houses revealedKiwis splashed out an impressive $14 billion on beachside baches since the pandemic.08 Dec 04:18 AM
TravelRoom review: We find the real winner at this Rarotonga waterfront villaSelf-contained villas in Rarotonga are perfect for doing your own thing.24 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services respond to water incident at Auckland beachRescue agencies responded to a water emergency at Pt Chevalier.17 Nov 02:37 AM
New Zealand17-year-old had just finished exam before she drowned at Auckland beachShe called for help as she was dragged away but was found dead shortly after.03 Nov 04:50 AM
