New ZealandUretiti Beach not patrolled despite being known drowning hot spotReport highlights coroners' comments after four Northland drownings23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPlug pulled: Lake near lowest level in 30 yearsLast decent rainfall in Wanaka was 46 days ago.05 Apr 11:14 PM
EnvironmentCollaboration the key to curbing invasive fishThe project aims to fill knowledge gaps to assist in managing koi numbers05 Apr 02:20 AM
TravelLonely Planet shares 5 of Europe's best train journeysDitch the crowded airports and tiny plane windows for the magical world of train travel.29 Mar 12:31 AM
TravelThis country beat New Zealand as 'most beautiful in the world'Do you think this popular holiday destination beats New Zealand's beaches and mountains?10 Feb 11:03 PM
New ZealandG.A.Y night club latest location of interest linked to Delta outbreakAnyone who was at the nightclub during that time is urged to self-isolate and get tested.13 Jan 01:19 AM
OpinionWhy Air NZ's tame, lame safety video should run and runOur national carrier's latest in-flight instructional video is instantly forgettable.11 Jan 09:40 PM
New Zealand'Savage on my soul': Dad loses two boys in drowning - his heartbreaking messageA lifelong boatie, Chris Wakelin has never returned to the sea since his sons drowned.08 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelBeat the Heat: NZ's best local swimming spotsCool off this summer at one of New Zealand's best swimming holes.26 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandCovid cases below 100 on back-to-back days, positive test in Cook IslandsThe second sub-100 day comes on day two of the new traffic light framework.04 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Pest checks on boats are ramping up as weather warmsBiosecurity officers to patrol Bay of Plenty boat ramps to stop the spread of pests.25 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandBeep beep! Coyotes scare geese off fairways at top golf courseThe not-so featherbrained idea is the inspiration of a club member.09 Sep 02:51 AM
New ZealandNeon-Green liquid pouring into Queenstown lakeThe green liquid was seen pouring into Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown. Video / Georgia RoseWatch15 Aug 03:08 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuNorthland dune lakes are torn between saving native biodiversity and trout fisheryKDC Reserve Management Plan 2016 identifies trout as pest fish, continues ban on release.23 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandRSV in Tauranga: 'Older adult' dies, hospital sees hundreds with virusCause of adult's death attributed to underlying medical conditions.16 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandSprinkler ban for Wellington region from midnight FridayThe use of any unattended watering system will be banned in and around Wellington.12 Feb 12:14 AM
New ZealandDiving deeper - how the Tarawera eruption changed our lakesResearchers will this week delve deeper into the history of Rotorua Te Arawa lakes.03 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: No typical call out for geothermal inspectorRotorua's geothermal inspector loves his job. Made with funding from NZ On Air.25 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandFoil surfing a hit at Lake WanakaThe all-carbon-fibre product is designed to 'fly pretty much on the waterline'.04 Jan 08:08 PM
New ZealandSwimmers warned to stay out of rivers and lakes showing signs of toxic algaeA toxic algae watch is being carried out through the summer in rivers and lakes.02 Jan 06:09 AM
New Zealand'If in doubt, don't go out': Otago harbourmasters urge caution on the waterA surge in boat sales could mean less experienced people on the water, harbourmaster says.29 Dec 07:15 PM
New ZealandStay out of the water: Dangerous algae levels spark health warningChildren and dogs are thought to be at particular risk of harm.26 Dec 12:01 AM
New ZealandQueenstown-Lakes speed limits set to dropThe new speed limit in urban areas will go from 50kmh to 40kmh.14 Oct 08:32 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rotorua's Memorial Drive closure causing frustration for some'We're basically raising the bar.' Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Oct 11:27 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty visitors 'spoilt for choice'See our top 10 things to do and a local's recommended activities.17 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrowned teen too shy to say he couldn't swim, says mumChase Swanson-Ewing dived from river pontoon and never resurfaced.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFrank Greenall: VR goggles for election MooTubeIt's great to be a Kiwi after the Tooth Fairy has waved her wand in the Year of Delivery.12 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Defib dairy could be a lifesaver in HamuranaDefibs installed in Hamurana and East Rotoiti. Made with funding from NZ On Air.17 Jan 11:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBest of 2019: Something in the water: Why locals are unhappy with Whanganui PrisonZinc, copper, nitrogen, phosphorus and E. coli found in water.14 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandSearch suspended for missing kayakerThe man's kayak was found yesterday afternoon.12 Jan 05:34 AM
New ZealandPolice name person who drowned on Christmas Day at Kai Iwi LakesHe was found unresponsive in the water at the Kai Iwi Lakes near Omamari.29 Dec 08:36 PM
New ZealandFight to save drowned woman's life: 'He did CPR for half an hour'Tragedy played out over VHF radio.28 Dec 08:27 AM
New ZealandOur grim toll: Drowning deaths reach four in three daysThe water is incredibly inviting and incredibly unforgiving, water safety boss says.28 Dec 03:00 AM
KahuLocal Focus: The lake getting weiredSaving Whakakī, the lake that's sometimes an estuary. Made with Funding from NZ On Air.26 Dec 09:46 PM
