New ZealandBeachgoers persistently putting themselves in danger, say surf lifesaversA dozen people were rescued or helped around Auckland and Northland yesterday.27 Dec 12:29 AM
New ZealandFullers waits on court fine after catamaran crashThe company faces a maximum $1.5 million fine after being prosecuted by Maritime NZ.16 Dec 04:16 AM
WorldChild survivor's letter reveals eerie final moments on TitanicAn unearthed letter has given a rare insight into the chilling final moments aboard.06 Dec 03:34 AM
WorldIncredible tale of couple lost at sea for 117 daysJust days after couple set off from UK to New Zealand in 1973 their yacht sank.24 Nov 12:59 AM
New ZealandSon's grief for father: 'It still feels raw and surreal'A Whangamata resident has died in a boating accident over the weekend.13 Nov 07:29 AM
New ZealandStricken kayaker stranded overnight on island after being swept awayKayaker stranded on small island for entire night after being swept away.12 Nov 04:22 AM
New ZealandMan found dead after Coromandel boating accident namedAlwyn Keith Klein, known as Keith, was a 73-year-old who lived in Whangamata.11 Nov 04:31 AM
New ZealandDiver's death: Local describes dangerous Coromandel currentsEmergency services called after dive buddy pulled the unresponsive man out of the water.07 Nov 03:56 AM
New ZealandKiwi's Greek rescuer: 'I imagined her beginning to despair'The "little speck of a grey dinghy" was almost indistinguishable from the search aircraft.06 Nov 07:05 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTragic last trip: Yachtie dies as wife plucked from heavy swellsStuart Pedersen had planned to sell his yacht after one last trip.16 Oct 11:03 PM
New ZealandCape Brett rescue: Battle to save survivors in massive waves, strong windsSea conditions were some of the worst the rescue chopper crew had seen in many years.15 Oct 01:02 AM
New ZealandYacht tragedy: Watch how rescuers overcame giant waves to save trioPhotos of a dramatic sea rescue near Cape Brett show just how rough conditions were.14 Oct 10:59 PM
New ZealandFerry disruptions as search for missing man continuesHundreds of ferry passengers disrupted tonight while police search waterfront for man.07 Oct 02:47 AM
New ZealandDouble tragedy for family of man who died in Fiordland boating accidentPeter McKenzie was the co-founder of a well-known jet boating company.09 Sep 03:43 AM
WorldKaikōura dolphin scientist dies in California dive boat fireA scientist who completed her masters in Kaikōura was known for having "a smiling face".05 Sep 12:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSeventh brush with death: 73-year-old reckons latest rescue closest one yetSeventh brush with death the closest yet, says rescued man Ross Mead.20 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandPregnant NZ woman tells of 'intense and emotional' sea rescueA pregnant NZer and her fiance have been commended for their part in a high-seas rescue.09 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandFrancie boating tragedy inspires victim's son to join policeTavita Milford joined police because of how they helped his family when his dad died.02 Aug 05:31 AM
New ZealandCoastguard joins search for boatie missing off HihiSearch will resume this morning for a missing boatie in the Far North.31 Jul 06:27 PM
New ZealandSearch for boatie who fell overboard near HihiMetService reports Doubtless Bay has a gale-force wind warning of 20-35 knots.31 Jul 08:33 AM
New ZealandBoatie drowns after capsize in Hokianga HarbourTragedy after boat capsizes while crossing the bar in the Hokianga Harbour today.11 Jul 02:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand15 lost at sea in wartime flying-boat crashTwo wartime Pacific plane crashes at sea, 21 dead, including a New Zealand Army general.23 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandBody of missing jet boater washes up on West Coast beachA local fisherman found the body on a remote beach on the West Coast this morning.19 Jun 03:05 AM
New ZealandTerror at sea: Yachties' harrowing 3-day ocean ordealWhen things go wrong, 'there's no time to be frightened', Kiwi expat Forfar Petrie says.17 Jun 07:45 AM
New ZealandFour rescued from drifting raft after abandoning yachtThe four people were all shaken but with only minor injuries.16 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandAlmighty bang: Injured Kiwi recalls Venice cruise crash"Walking through the dining room was just chaos, there was stuff all over the place."14 Jun 11:51 PM
New ZealandKiwi tourist dies while snorkelling off QueenslandThe man got into trouble in the water off Lady Elliot Island, about 1.45pm on Monday.06 Jun 02:29 AM
Sport$450k Kiwi yacht abandoned in PacificA racing yacht valued at $450,000 has been abandoned by its Kiwi crew.04 Jun 06:59 AM
New ZealandOne dead, another missing in boating tragedyPolice are searching Lake Hauroko in Southland for a missing person and boat.02 Jun 03:57 AM
New ZealandMissing diver? Hunt for owner of dinghy found at seaNorthland Police are hoping to find the owner to make sure they are safe.22 May 09:33 AM
New ZealandChopper pilot's daring water rescue: 'It felt like an eternity'"You couldn't see more than six inches underwater."18 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandAlarm after person spotted lying on deck of idling boatPolice unit heading out with Harbourmaster to investigate.13 May 06:48 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dramatic life-saving rescue of Auckland kayakerVideo footage from police helicopter shows the man lying motionless in the water.02 May 04:33 AM
New Zealand'Tell my wife I love her': Stranded kayaker rescued from waterThe man was located motionless in the water by Eagle helicopter crew on Tuesday.01 May 06:37 AM
