New ZealandPerson overboard may have been missing since midnight, search under way near Whakaari/White IslandFlight radar shows a rescue helicopter traversing the area.24 Jul 07:25 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Octogenarian's impressive goal helps raise money for CoastguardBill Knobloch, like many other across New Zealand, is taking part in The Big Swim.05 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandEast Coast storm and Lauren Dickason’s parents criticise MIQ | Focus Morning Bulletin June 27, 2024Rescue teams head to the East Coast, Lauren Dickason’s family criticise the NZ Government and trust in police falls. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Jun 07:43 PM
New Zealand'Come on my brother': Tributes for three fishermen lost in huge seas, rescue bid suspendedA 7m boat with three fishermen onboard was first reported missing yesterday afternoon.25 Jun 08:39 AM
New ZealandMahia bound: Search continues for missing fishing boat off GisborneHelicopters carrying out shoreline search, sea too rough to tackle.24 Jun 10:44 PM
New ZealandSearch under way for missing fishing boat off Gisborne coast, NZDF joining operation tonight'We are doing everything we can to locate the missing vessel.'24 Jun 09:40 AM
New ZealandThree men rescued from abandoned boat near Hen and Chicken islandsThe police Eagle helicopter spotted the group in the water at 4.38am.21 Jun 10:44 PM
New ZealandCoromandel rescue services welcome $63.6m funding boostThe Government is spending more than $60 million over four years.21 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandWhenuakura Island rescue crowned rescue of the monthWhangamatā Surf Life Saving Club members got props for the rescue of 16 paddlers.16 May 05:47 AM
New ZealandFurther aerial searches planned for missing Waikato fishermanSearch efforts have included the use of Coastguard, Navy and Police National Dive Squad.02 May 05:17 AM
New ZealandSkipper who capsized on notorious bar reveals the one thing he got wrongIn a matter of seconds, he and his mate were in the water.29 Apr 05:24 PM
New ZealandSearch for fisherman missing off Raglan coast continuesThe man has been missing for almost a week.29 Apr 04:24 AM
New ZealandStricken boatie winched to safety after vessel capsizes on notorious Manukau barAnother boatie was rescued by a passing jet ski.28 Apr 06:24 AM
New ZealandPolice scour Waitaki River for missing fishermanPolice were notified on Monday night that a fisherman was overdue from a day fishing trip.22 Apr 08:28 PM
New ZealandTourist's deadly dip: Rescuers battle 2m swells, darkness to reach swimmer'We were very lucky to see him ... you couldn't see more than a few metres.'12 Apr 12:59 AM
New ZealandRacing yacht runs aground at Lyttelton days before Sail GP regattaBoat marooned at the base of a cliff but all five crew rescued by the Coastguard.21 Mar 02:05 AM
New ZealandCoastguards pull off 'challenging' night rescue in CoromandelMeanwhile, Waikato Regional Council also rescued a grounded vessel.12 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandCoastguard on the hunt for crewHave you got what it takes to be a Coastguard volunteer?06 Mar 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Under in 30 seconds': Waiwera pair's 'miracle rescue' from rough seaThe pair, which included an elderly man, were left clinging to their upturned dinghy.04 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandWaiwera couple’s lucky escape after dinghy capsizes on Hibiscus CoastA volunteer said the rescue was a case of being in the right place at the right time.03 Mar 06:42 AM
New ZealandFestival to celebrate 24th anniversary and 60 years of classic Ford MustangThis year celebrates 60 years of the Ford Mustang.26 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandSearch resumes for missing swimmer at PihaThe 37-year-old man was reported missing around 5.20pm.11 Feb 05:42 PM
New ZealandHundreds gather as 'big' whale strands off Christchurch beachThe whale became stranded some time before 9pm.28 Jan 09:26 AM
New Zealand'Extremely lucky': Four teens swept out to sea rescued by Coastguard volunteersThe group of four teenagers were being carried out to sea by a strong current.18 Jan 07:46 AM
New ZealandMember of the public rescue Bay of Island boaties from water after 111 call disconnectsThe three people were stranded after their 7m boat sank.06 Jan 07:33 AM
New Zealand'Nick of time': Group using plastic bottles to float down Waikato River prompt police warningPolice have renewed their warnings about lifejackets after another near-miss.05 Jan 03:34 AM
New ZealandSearch continues for swimmer missing at Karioitahi BeachThe missing person is one of three who got into trouble in the water.02 Jan 08:04 PM
New ZealandSearch continues for missing diver in Far North"Our thoughts are with the family of the missing diver during this difficult time."27 Dec 10:30 PM
New ZealandSchool group involved in mass rescue on Waikato RiverTen people have drowned in the Waikato River between Lake Taupō and Huka Falls since 2008.20 Dec 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We were literally in mid-air': Rescued man's stormy sea ordeal on 30-tonne boatThe seafarer says 'boiling' water conditions were like nothing he had ever seen.14 Dec 02:07 AM
New ZealandAbandoned boat washes ashore after two rescued during rough swellsThree people on a 40ft boat got into trouble when rough conditions injured two.12 Dec 09:29 PM
New ZealandWhanganui-built boat heading to Tauranga for search and rescue roleConstruction on the boat began around July last year.01 Dec 03:45 PM
New ZealandSearch and rescue braced for summer spike; boaties rescued after vessel sinksA busy summer awaits Search and Rescue units, with callouts on the rise.29 Nov 11:33 PM
