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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.
Watch: The shark that cleared Ōhope Beach
Chris Service was fortunate enough to have his drone up at the right time when he saw it.
Drone footage of large shark at Ōhope beach
Chris Service videoed a large shark cruising in the shallows near surfers and swimmers at Ōhope beach on December 28. Video / Chris Service
Holiday hotspot beaches close after separate shark sightings
'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.
Shark sightings force Coromandel beaches to close temporarily
Whiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.
How to spot the signs of heat exhaustion
New York Times: There are simple ways to address it quickly. Here’s what to know.
‘They were smashed everywhere’: Teen rescues kids swept into ‘violent’ surf
Keira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.
Woman mauled by dogs upset after child attacked on same beach two weeks later
'Someone else has been hurt because of owners who can’t control their dogs.'
'Absolutely courageous': Schoolboys rescue drowning man at Auckland wharf
'I ran to the end of the wharf, dropped my stuff and jumped straight off.'
'More rescues': Swells spark rip warning for holiday hotspots
It comes as holidaymakers begin flocking to eastern beaches.
'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZ
The rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.
353 undersized pāua to be returned to the sea, divers to face charges
Police stopped the car due to complaints about driving by members of public.
Would be dead today: 11yo owes his life to off-duty lifeguards in dramatic rescue
Lifeguards were cooking on the barbie when they had to rush to save a mum and three sons.