New ZealandFishing ban extended around Napier's new artificial reef, plan to sink trawler progressingThe fishing ban in a small area off Napier to boost lobster, cod and other species.06 Aug 01:22 AM
PoliticsGovt to pass marine and coastal area bill despite court ruling in its favourThe Government says a Supreme Court ruling ‘doesn’t go far enough’.05 Aug 02:35 AM
WorldRobot's deep-sea dive captivates Argentina with unseen marine lifeA robot is exploring the Mar del Plata Canyon, 4000m deep.03 Aug 01:48 AM
New ZealandFit to fight? Navy boss orders Kiwi sailors stop boozing after multiple incidents30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Charity's ambition to launch Northland's first fully accessible fishing boat22 Jul 11:00 PM
PropertyNgāti Whātua Ōrākei wins Environment Court appeal for recognitionIwi's relationship with the land, water around Westhaven has been recognised by the court.07 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: McKay leads Samoa's green transport with solar-powered electric catamaransThe five solar and battery-powered electric boats will be built in Whangārei and Samoa.04 Jul 05:00 PM
WellingtonWatch: New Cook Strait ferry sails into Wellington, greeted with a 'tug spray'Chocolate fish and coffee was on offer for those watching the arrival.02 Jul 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: We must balance our cruise tourism economy with biosecurityNearly 90% of exotic marine species arrived on international vessels.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Dead orca in 'good condition' washes up in Christchurch beach shallowsThe circumstances surrounding the mammal's death are unusual, according to DoC.26 Jun 07:26 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely unreal': Dive trip inspires young conservationistsThe trip to one of the world's best dive spots rewarded the passion of nine Northlanders.26 Jun 12:00 AM
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 Zealand‘Sink it, for all I care’: Mother calls for crane's removal after son’s fatal fallTwo people have died after jumping off the historic Hikitia crane in Wellington.14 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: $120m Wiri sale; Ryman's sinking village buildings; opposition to Bay of Islands marinaOPINION: What will a big Australian investor do with its new $120m Wiri property?09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSea Shepherd ship docks in Auckland, offering free public toursThis weekend visitors can tour a ship used to shadow Southern Ocean fishing trawlers.30 May 02:18 AM
Markets with MadisonInvercargill to Alaska: How Stabicraft is riding the boat-buying waveThe aluminium trailer boat business is expanding with private equity funds.29 May 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Wee problem blights rich-lister’s boatshed Once, wine was made in the buildings. Now it's Tourism Holdings' HQ – campervan heaven.26 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFirst look at controversial Bay of Islands marina plansFast-tracking sought by companies owned by multimillionaires Craig Heatley, Leigh Hopper.13 May 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelSecrets of the Splendor: Inside the nerve centre of one of the world’s most luxurious cruise shipsMeet the man responsible for the safe passage of a floating luxury art gallery and hotel.13 May 06:44 AM
New ZealandWatch: Jetskier's harbour hoon 'unacceptable'Speeding in the harbour puts everyone at risk, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council says.07 May 03:57 AM
New ZealandCourt orders removal of unauthorised structures in Bay of IslandsA company ignored requests to remove a pontoon and rubber fenders.06 May 03:29 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Decades of experience' – Craig Heatley company, Hoppers plan $220m marinaA forecast 140 jobs are to be created over 30 years if plans are allowed to proceed.06 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'Significant boost' - Tauranga ends season with over 200,000 cruise visitorsThe Insignia will make a late-season call on May 27, the last until October.05 May 02:05 AM
New Zealand'Massive impact for us': Hapū oppose marina plan going through Fast Track processThe hapū want the project to go through the RMA for community input.05 May 01:09 AM
New ZealandArtificial reef project aims to revive Tauranga's marine lifeNine reefs, named Peara, are 13m deep and support marine biodiversity.03 May 04:00 AM
BusinessWhy Te Arai dune house is a standoutA ferry terminal, hotels, waterfront apartments, eye-catching new homes: who won awards?30 Apr 10:00 AM
New Zealand'Out of our reasonable control': No police probe after man jumps from Waiheke ferryA man intentionally jumped from an Auckland-bound Waiheke ferry yesterday morning.30 Apr 07:01 AM
New ZealandFerry company confirms passenger was rescued after ‘jumping overboard’ Travellers have praised ferry staff for the swift manner they dealt with the emergency.28 Apr 10:34 PM
