New ZealandRāhui lifted, vehicle access reopened after fatal Muriwai Beach crashPolice inquiries into the crash remain ongoing and no charges have been laid.25 Jan 06:16 AM
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PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Red Sea deployment naivety; the right to die with dignityOPINION: 'We put animals down because it’s the humane thing to do.'24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSurf Life Saving NZ appeal for funds as beach crowds hit pre-Covid levelsThe hot weather has led to packed beaches across NZ, but lifeguards are feeling the heat.22 Jan 11:33 PM
New Zealand'News no parent ever wants’: Father of teen critically injured in previous Muriwai crash speaks outThere are more calls for vehicle access to Muriwai to be limited after another death.22 Jan 10:48 PM
New ZealandHolidaymaker horrified after child seen hanging on to moving car at beachA child was seen standing on the vehicle's running board, hanging on to the window.22 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Unmasking Covid complacency; one school uniform for all of NZOPINION: For those over 60, Covid can be debilitating and lethal.22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRaglan drowning: Off-duty surf lifeguard rushes to Manu Bay to try and help manA group of surfers first noticed the man unresponsive in the water just after 9am today.22 Jan 01:47 AM
New Zealand'Moment of stupidity': Calls for vehicle ban after teen crushed by flipped ute on Muriwai BeachTwo rescue helicopters responded along with fire, ambulance and police services.21 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPod of stranded false killer whales and dolphins euthanised40 false killer whales and bottlenose dolphins were euthanised after being re-stranded.21 Jan 08:51 AM
New Zealand'How many deaths do you need?' - Muriwai residents say beach ute tragedy was 'avoidable'Two rescue helicopters have responded along with fire, ambulance and police.21 Jan 08:17 AM
New ZealandLifeguards issue warning after dislocated limbs and rescues as 'pretty gnarly' surf hitsThe worst ocean conditions are expected to arrive on Monday.21 Jan 03:47 AM
New ZealandWatch: Mass stranding - desperate attempt to save whales at Hawke’s Bay beachLocals flocked to a beach in Mahia to try to save the stranded pilot whales.21 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandFour people taken to hospital after water incident at Cable Bay in the Far NorthPolice said one person sustained serious injuries and another had moderate injuries.20 Jan 11:02 PM
New ZealandTogs, togs, $1100 fine: The Napier bylaw that stopped people in bathing suits crossing the roadOPINION: Napier had a prudish past - especially when it came to public bathing.19 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely livid': Mum of drowned teen's call after lifeguards abused"Take care of them ... they save so many people every year."18 Jan 04:03 PM
New ZealandBoxing day beach tragedy: Stolen cash, paranoid delusions, and a mystery deathWalkers found thousands in cash strewn across the beach before human remains were found.17 Jan 10:12 PM
New ZealandMetal detectorists save the day after husband loses wife's ring'It was like trying to find a needle in the haystack ... I thought I had lost it forever.'17 Jan 05:52 PM
New ZealandLive shark tangled in fishing net washes up on popular Auckland swimming beachThe bronze whaler was the second shark to wash up on the North Shore beach this week.17 Jan 12:43 AM
New ZealandBeach activity book about 'engaging senses, admiring beauty'The 99 ideas are about taking time to observe and explore our local water environment.16 Jan 09:22 PM
New ZealandRain makes Auckland beaches unsafe for swimming — againA brief spell of heavy rain on Monday has once again washed sewage into the Waitematā.15 Jan 07:13 PM
New Zealand‘There were thousands’: Bluebottle jellyfish swamp Whanganui beach'Flush it off with water or a hose, or even in the sea.'15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Frantic mum-to-be protects swimmers as shark stalks holiday hotspot'You know when someone pregnant runs the distance of a beach it’s time to get out.'15 Jan 12:57 AM
New ZealandShark in the surf at Papamoa beach A shark was captured in the waves at Papamoa Beach. Video / SuppliedWatch13 Jan 02:36 AM
New ZealandGlamour TVNZ couple tie the knot at Northland beach wedding'It was a lovely ceremony for a lovely couple.'10 Jan 08:20 PM
New ZealandPlayful sea lion stuns at national surfing champsThe sea lion made an appearance during the 2024 National Surfing Champs on Sunday.08 Jan 06:32 PM
New ZealandOpponents heartbroken as Paihia breakwater proposal refloated by Shane JonesThe Paihia breakwater divided the town but is needed for road protection, minister says.08 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Shellfish back on the menuCatch up on what's happening across Northland.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBody found on Ninety Mile Beach: Far North diver remembered as man who 'saved the community'The diver was known to many as a 'tireless' and 'hardworking' community man.08 Jan 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelIf you thought NZ beaches were good, take a look at theseThese are the world's best beach destinations.07 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandBody found at Auckland beachPolice believe the body is 19-year-old Hiran Joseph, who went missing on January 2.07 Jan 04:55 AM
Lifestyle'I love it here': Tennis star gushes over New ZealandEmma Radacanu, who has been in NZ for the ASB classic, reflects on her time in Aotearoa.06 Jan 10:17 PM
TravelBest Beach 2024: Last chance to nominate your favourites in our annual searchThe search for New Zealand's best beach returns - and we need your help.06 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhat level of naked is okay? Expat's backyard pool habit divides AussiesA seemingly innocent act landed a European expat in hot water with their neighbours.05 Jan 12:45 AM
