New ZealandPopular Auckland city beach now on sea lice watchlist: Swimmers at Mission Bay, Waiheke Island cautionedNiwa says this year's warmer waters are proving ideal conditions for sea lice.09 Jan 07:49 PM
New ZealandBeachgoers ‘mauled by sea lice’ as swimmers covered in rashes'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum. 08 Jan 11:45 PM
New Zealand‘Creep’: Police receive report of Auckland beachgoer masturbating in publicOne person warned people of a 'nude creep masturbating out in the open'.08 Jan 04:42 AM
New ZealandProtecting kids and penguins - why Auckland has a beach dog wardenIf you were walking along the beaches last summer, you might have met Fletcher Munsterman.07 Jan 11:06 PM
New Zealand'This huge tail came whipping out of the water': Man critically hurt in stingray attackEli Carroll saw the water filling with blood and knew he was in trouble.07 Jan 01:41 AM
New ZealandDomestic tourists dominate Northland’s bustling summer beach sceneNorthland beaches packed with tourists, drawing crowds from near and far.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injures spine jumping from notorious wharfEmergency services were called to the scene shortly after 3pm.02 Jan 08:08 AM
TravelHave you heard of the 'new Noosa'?This beachside suburb won't be a quiet gem for long. 02 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: The shark that cleared Ōhope BeachChris Service was fortunate enough to have his drone up at the right time when he saw it.29 Dec 10:49 PM
New ZealandDrone footage of large shark at Ōhope beachChris Service videoed a large shark cruising in the shallows near surfers and swimmers at Ōhope beach on December 28. Video / Chris ServiceWatch29 Dec 06:48 PM
New ZealandHoliday hotspot beaches close after separate shark sightings'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.28 Dec 04:11 AM
New ZealandShark sightings force Coromandel beaches to close temporarilyWhiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.27 Dec 05:36 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow to spot the signs of heat exhaustionNew York Times: There are simple ways to address it quickly. Here’s what to know.26 Dec 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘They were smashed everywhere’: Teen rescues kids swept into ‘violent’ surfKeira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.20 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandWoman 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.'20 Dec 03:51 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely courageous': Schoolboys rescue drowning man at Auckland wharf'I ran to the end of the wharf, dropped my stuff and jumped straight off.'19 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'More rescues': Swells spark rip warning for holiday hotspotsIt comes as holidaymakers begin flocking to eastern beaches.17 Dec 06:03 PM
TravelWelcome 2025 with these travel dealsBook these deals to make your 2025 even more exciting.16 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZThe rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.15 Dec 05:36 AM
New Zealand353 undersized pāua to be returned to the sea, divers to face chargesPolice stopped the car due to complaints about driving by members of public.11 Dec 02:46 AM
New ZealandWould be dead today: 11yo owes his life to off-duty lifeguards in dramatic rescueLifeguards were cooking on the barbie when they had to rush to save a mum and three sons.07 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘Mass rescue’ at Port Waikato beach after kids caught in ripOne is taken out of the water semi-conscious after three kids and an adult hit trouble.06 Dec 07:44 AM
New ZealandDozens of whales restrand in Golden Bay, despite refloating effortsProject Jonah said they would welcome volunteer help.03 Dec 04:45 AM
New ZealandSeven more whales dead after becoming re-stranded in TasmanSix whales died and one was euthanised after being beached on Tasman's Golden Bay again.02 Dec 06:29 PM
TravelExperience the ultimate luxury aboard Palau's finest liveaboard cruise shipThe 'floating resort' will take you to absolute paradise.02 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandIs your beach 'safe' to swim? What you need to knowThe top 5 cleanest and dirtiest Auckland beaches revealed.02 Dec 03:40 AM
TravelIconic track reopens in North Island after almost three yearsMore importantly, the famous beach will again be accessible by foot.02 Dec 01:32 AM
New ZealandCathedral Cove walking track reopens after almost two yearsThe track to the world-famous beach was badly damaged last year.01 Dec 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDesigner Chris Tate explains why he formulated radical new Piha houseUnorthodox house perched on a V-shaped concrete plinth.30 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelSteal my itinerary: How to spend a weekend on the Sunshine CoastNot sure where to eat or what to do? Check out our full itinerary.30 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandNo rescues yet for surf life saving club as summer patrols underwayTwenty lifeguards trained for summer, and 90 more qualified to assist at Waimārama.29 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman 'frozen' after man's nude approach at Hawke’s Bay beach'I turned my head and there are just genitals, that I didn't want to see, nor ask to see.'28 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandCoastal litter sparks community concernAwatoto and Te Awanga littered with rubbish, locals call for more bins. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch28 Nov 01:57 AM
New ZealandAwatoto and Te Awanga littered with rubbish, locals call for more binsCoastal rubbish piles frustrate locals and fishermen.28 Nov 01:38 AM
