New ZealandCall to ban public from killer coast line after fishermen drown at notorious pointMore than 20 people have drowned at Papanui Point, prompting calls for the spot to close.02 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandHow 'bystander effect' may explain why no one saved drowning childFour people were near the fountain where the 4-year-old lay face down in the water.30 Nov 08:21 PM
New Zealand'It got me': Diver surfaced coughing and struggling to breathe before drowningAaron Matthews' friend was on the shore fishing but couldn't save the 43-year-old.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Lifeguards prepare for busy summer as surf lifesaving season gets under way29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato fishing deaths prompt call for life jacket law changeCoroner highlights dangers of rock fishing after deaths at Papanui Pt, Raglan. 26 Aug 08:07 PM
EntertainmentDistracted by gambling: New details on TikTok star's family tragedyA camera captured a 3yo falling into a pool; the father's response time is under scrutiny.12 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandMan's body pulled from water at Auckland marinaEmergency services were called at about 3.30pm after reports a man had fallen from a boat.10 Aug 04:53 AM
Wellington'Really big heart': Wellington real estate agent named as diving victimThe diver was identified as 46-year-old Chiu Minh Looc, also known as Jack.09 Aug 07:27 PM
New Zealand'Sweet dreams, my baby boy': Mother's heartbreak as son found dead at Arkles BayTyler Porter, 20, was found dead in the water at Arkles Bay yesterday morning.27 Jul 01:39 AM
New Zealand'A true Southland legend': Businessman who died on fishing trip rememberedRick Murrell was found dead – and another fisherman was rushed to hospital.22 Jul 02:24 AM
World30 dead after boat sinks in Ha Long Bay stormThe Wonder Seas was carrying 48 passengers when it capsized.19 Jul 08:02 PM
New ZealandGirl who died in Fiordland drowning missed 'every moment, every day'Tegan Chen drowned in Fiordland National Park's Marian Creek in January 2022.17 Jul 06:25 AM
New ZealandBody found in Auckland river after failing to return from dinghy tripThe alarm was raised when the man failed to return on a trip to shore from a moored boat.28 Jun 01:02 AM
New Zealand'Cheeky grin': Family, school mourn 6yo victim of Pātea boat tragedyThe boy’s family and friends came together this week to farewell him at his home.19 Jun 06:30 AM
New ZealandClarks Beach tragedy: Boy was allowed to take lifejacket off before capsizingThe boat's skipper later pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Horrific tragedy': Two dead after boat capsizes off Pātea coastOne survivor was plucked from the water as rescue crews recovered two bodies. 15 Jun 02:37 AM
New ZealandRescuers search for two people after boat capsizes near PāteaOne person is being treated while the search continues for two others.14 Jun 11:38 PM
New Zealand'There's a body in the water': Humble hero recounts saving drowning pensioner John Schofield, 74, was face down in a 'zombie state' when Ramon Glauser found him. 03 Jun 03:34 AM
New Zealand'Seconds to live': Woman flags down kite surfer to save pensioner from drowningJohn Schofield, 74, had a coffee date with his sister later. Instead, he was in the ICU. 01 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui pool tragedy: Coroner questions how lifeguard thought boy was just 'holding his breath'Further investigations revealed the 7-year-old was unresponsive.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandToddler drowns in septic tank: Coroner says focus should be on safety, not blameWhanganui toddler Kelvin Chand fell into an uncovered septic tank on lifestyle block.26 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionBayswater Marina loses attempt to keep public off breakwaterA challenge to a breakwater closure was denied with the council's position reinforced.14 Apr 02:28 AM
New ZealandRed Beach rescueHarlem Scalabrini describes how he tried to rescue a drowning man off Red Beach, north of Auckland.Watch08 Apr 04:23 AM
New Zealand‘Devastating’: Council ignored known risks at waterfront where man died – coroner'You lose a son, you don’t come back from that,' the bereaved father of Sandy Calkin says.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Bulletproof’: Why more Kiwi men die in the waterWith the lowest number of drownings since 2018, males accounted for most fatalities.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandBody discovered in water near boat ramp in DruryPolice said the body was found by a member of the public.28 Feb 04:43 AM
New Zealand‘Forever in your debt’: Family speak out after man died saving brother on Lake TaupōVincent, 36, died at Acacia Bay while saving his brother’s life in January.25 Feb 09:03 PM
