‘People should know better’: Conservationists fume as sea lions harassed for social content
There have been instances of sand, rocks and apples thrown at the animals.
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Rāhui in place following Maketū death
Emergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach on Saturday.
Maketū Beach tragedy: Man washes up dead on the shoreline
Emergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach just after 4pm.
Best Beach: NZ’s favourite beaches of 2025 revealed – and Ōhope isn’t one of them
The winners of Best Beach 2025 have been revealed – did your favourite triumph?
House of Travel CEO David Coombes' favourite spots in the city
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.
‘Private speedway’: Vehicles impounded, fines issued after crackdown on beach drivers
Several vehicles were impounded at Karioitahi for violating beach driving rules.
Summer seed gathering sets up future generations of Northland dune plants
Thousands of sand dune plant seedheads are gathered from Northland beaches in summer, and propagated so locals can return the plants to their coastline.
Teen who died swimming at Christchurch beach was about to start university
The popular teen drew a crowd of at least 300 at his tangi.
Teenage boy repeatedly punches octopus in violent attack
A youth was filmed and egged on while he violently attacked an octopus on a Bay of Plenty beach.
'Retool, upskill': Initiative turns beach debris into job opportunities
Slash for Cash is transforming slash into valuable products.
Shut out all the noise in Fijian paradise at this adults-only resort’s new spa
Alanah Eriksen gets a sneak peek at Lomani Island Resort's new wellness centre.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 hidden gem beaches – how to vote for the winner
The hidden gem shortlist has been chosen and now you can vote for your favourite.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 camping beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 camping beaches – vote for your favourite now.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.
How surfer Ollie Dobbin bought three Ōhope businesses before the age of 24
His first business was a surf school which he bought when he was still in high school.
Fit for a king? What it's really like at a hotel that hosted King Charles
We check out the unbelievably stunning Samoa spot.
Burnt out again? Australia's best day trip for holidaymakers seeking peace
For holidaymakers seeking tranquility, gourmet indulgence and zero over-tourism.
Baby sharks found in Far North rock pools after strong tides
Baby sharks have been spotted in rock pools near Ahipara, drawing local interest.
Shark spotted at Whangaumu Bay in Tūtūkākā Coast
A shark was spotted at Whangaumu Bay on Saturday and on Sunday a man had a rendezvous with a 5m great white in Tamaterau near Parua Bay. Video / Masey Hammann
13-year-old boy died after falling from cliffs in Hāhei
People are still accessing Cathedral Cove via a closed walking track after a young boy on holiday with family at Hāhei fell from the cliffs. Video / Al Williams
How to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyond
Northlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.
Auckland’s scratchy ‘sea lice’ problem spreading
Swimmers have reported itching, rashes or red spots after entering the water in Auckland.
Swimmers urged to stay alert after recent shark sightings
The warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast.
'Mission accomplished': Author Ron Murray dies three days after receiving copies of final book
Ron Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.
‘Uneducated cannibals’: Racial abuse, assault alleged after woman asked to leash dog
'We were simply asking her to be respectful.'
Beach cleanup progress, Thursday fires, weather impacts grape harvest
Contractors have made fast progress in removing latest debris buildup on city beaches.
Popular Auckland city beach now on sea lice watchlist: Swimmers at Mission Bay, Waiheke Island cautioned
Niwa says this year's warmer waters are proving ideal conditions for sea lice.
Beachgoers ‘mauled by sea lice’ as swimmers covered in rashes
'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum.
‘Creep’: Police receive report of Auckland beachgoer masturbating in public
One person warned people of a 'nude creep masturbating out in the open'.
Protecting kids and penguins - why Auckland has a beach dog warden
If you were walking along the beaches last summer, you might have met Fletcher Munsterman.
'This huge tail came whipping out of the water': Man critically hurt in stingray attack
Eli Carroll saw the water filling with blood and knew he was in trouble.
Domestic tourists dominate Northland’s bustling summer beach scene
Northland beaches packed with tourists, drawing crowds from near and far.
Person seriously injures spine jumping from notorious wharf
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 3pm.