New ZealandHero who died saving drowning boy remembered for kindness, ‘eternal’ love for fiancéeFriends say Jonny Young always made time for others.24 Jan 10:41 PM
New ZealandTragic drowning: 'Beautiful boy' farewelled in packed serviceTeen drowned after toilet stop near river.24 Jan 04:11 AM
OpinionTwo things could prevent fatal drownings. Why is New Zealand not doing them?Opinion: Dozens of human lives would be saved this year. Here's how.23 Jan 11:27 PM
New Zealand‘We need to get out of the water now’: Witnesses describe rough waves ahead of weekend drowningDramatic rescue attempt witnessed by crowded beach after man pulled from water.22 Jan 11:17 PM
New Zealand'Totally devastated': Wife of man who drowned at Piha had lost parents, brother to CovidTo lose a couple like that is 'heartwrenching', the United Piha Surf Lifesaving boss says.22 Jan 06:14 PM
New ZealandHipkins gets to work, tragic week of drownings & Coronation plans revealed | Focus Morning Bulletin: 23 January, 2023 Our new PM gets set to reshuffle cabinet, a deadly reminder about water safety and how the UK will celebrate King Charles’ coronation in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Jan 04:42 PM
New ZealandMan dies in water north of Auckland after desperate CPR effortsThe incident is unfolding at Tāwharanui Peninsula.22 Jan 07:43 AM
New Zealand‘Our lifeguards are devastated’: 52 try to save pair who family say couldn’t swimTo lose a couple like that is 'heartwrenching', the United Piha Surf Lifesaving boss says.22 Jan 05:54 AM
New ZealandRaglan lifeguards carry out mass rescues amid tragic weekend on waterGroups of 13 and 16 people were rescued by lifeguards at Raglan yesterday.21 Jan 09:12 PM
New ZealandOpoutere Beach family tragedy: Body found believed to be missing swimmerPolice are yet to formally identify the body.21 Jan 03:39 AM
New ZealandPerson dies in Auckland as horror week on water continuesNine are dead in nine days after a string water-related tragedies.21 Jan 03:35 AM
New ZealandSearch underway for person in trouble on Lake Wakatipu, GlenorchyJet boats and other swimmers are helping with the search effort, police said.19 Jan 04:22 AM
New ZealandBeach tragedy: Heroes’ heartbreak as woman loses husband, son ‘in front of her eyes’One person has died and a search is under way for a missing person after the incident.18 Jan 05:27 PM
New ZealandStay out: Lifeguards warn they won't rescue as Cyclone Hale hitsPeople are warned to stay out of the water because they might not get rescued.09 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘A very big heart’: Children’s tribute to mum who died a hero saving daughterSon says Memory Peu died as she lived her life, always putting others' needs first.05 Jan 11:39 PM
New ZealandGrim milestone: Drownings climb to highest in over a decadeWater-related tragedies surpass last year's statistics as males urged to be better.28 Dec 05:20 PM
New ZealandHoliday heartbreak - three dead in separate drownings across NZTragedy on Boxing Day and early this morning.26 Dec 06:27 PM
New ZealandLure of free fish driving up drowning statistics - expertsAs the cost of living bites, many can't afford bad weather getting in the way.20 Dec 02:21 AM
New ZealandSoldier's death prompts recommendations to change NZDF medical kitsA coroner has recommended defibrillators in all medical kits, and a life jacket review.09 Dec 10:08 PM
New ZealandPerson taken to hospital in critical condition after incident at South Auckland poolCritical care paramedics rush to Pukekohe.08 Dec 02:03 AM
New ZealandEmergency services responding to incident on Lake WānakaA police spokesperson said someone was possibly missing in the water.24 Nov 06:34 AM
New Zealand'It’s one of the most important things': Mum's swimming lessons plea after tot tumbles into poolSwim classes saved toddler, but half of Kiwi kids are missing out.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services respond to water incident at Auckland beachRescue agencies responded to a water emergency at Pt Chevalier.17 Nov 02:37 AM
New Zealand"True hero": Drowning victim 'gave his life to save another'The man died at Spencer Park on Sunday.15 Nov 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Just his hair was above the water': Man moments from death when pulled from wavesYoung surf lifesaver sounds warning as summer beach patrols begin in upper north.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson fighting for life after being found near water's edge at West Auckland bayThe police helicopter flies overhead at the quiet bay on Manukau Harbour.22 Sep 12:07 AM
New ZealandWoman's body found by police divers after car plunges into Manukau HarbourPolice confirm the vehicle's sole occupant was recovered late last night.30 Jun 09:52 PM
New ZealandSwimmer missing at waterfall, second person plucked to safetySearch and rescue teams have been dispatched to Maruia Falls in Shenandoah near Murchison.24 Jun 12:48 AM
New ZealandUretiti Beach not patrolled despite being known drowning hot spotReport highlights coroners' comments after four Northland drownings23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHigh school avoids prosecution after student drownsInstead, an "enforceable undertaking" will cost Melville High School about $266,000.29 Apr 01:55 AM
New ZealandBody found in water in PakurangaEmergency services are at Dayspring Way, next to the Tamaki River.28 Apr 12:56 AM
New ZealandSurfer killed at Aramoana among New Zealand's 'most respected'At about 2.30pm, police and St John were called after receiving reports of a man drowning.27 Mar 05:25 AM
New ZealandRāhui put in place at beach near Dunedin where surfer died on SaturdayThe rāhui will remain in place until 3pm today.26 Mar 05:38 PM
New ZealandMan dies at Aramoana Beach after getting into trouble in waterThe death will be referred to the Coroner.26 Mar 05:06 AM
