New ZealandMedical ship stranded in Fiji with large repair billThe crew was providing much-needed medical aid to isolated communities in Fiji.12 Nov 08:57 PM
New ZealandDozens descend on Waikato lake for marine oil spill exerciseMembers of the public are welcome to watch the emergency response training.09 Nov 11:44 PM
New ZealandBluebridge Cook Strait ferry forced to turn back after hitting wharfThe hull has been damaged and there is a small hole above the water line.07 Nov 10:39 PM
TravelBreaking down on an Australian road trip: from mishap to pure magicRV trouble, cyclones, and whale sharks add twists and turns to this Australian road trip.07 Nov 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyNZ energy likely to change under National-led governmentThe energy sector is poised for a reversal of the oil and gas exploration ban.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice urge Kāpiti Coast residents to check properties for missing kayakerThe kayaker was last seen on Saturday, October 21, paddling out to sea.03 Nov 04:39 AM
New ZealandArrival of first new Interislander mega-ferry delayedKiwiRail is keen to avoid introducing the ferry before Cook Strait’s busy summer season.02 Nov 04:10 AM
New ZealandInterislander changes refund process as passengers wait six weeks to get money backA Commerce Commission investigation into the Cook Strait ferry company is ongoing.28 Oct 01:42 AM
New Zealand'A real game-changer': Navy welcomes special trioMatawhā, Ururoa and Mako will allow the Navy to go further and faster.26 Oct 10:00 PM
New Zealand'If in doubt, don't go out': Coastguard warns of dangers of bar crossing“There’s three types of bars: dangerous, very dangerous and extremely dangerous."25 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThe new Government wants to reveal the skeletons in the old Government’s closetNational will open Labour's closet, revealing the skeletons inside.22 Oct 03:57 AM
New ZealandCoastguard Hawke’s Bay wins national awards trebleUnit of the Year: Coastguard HB was called out more than 40 times in the year.19 Oct 09:53 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Extremely exciting': Bay set to reap the benefits of busy summer cruise ship seasonTauranga is set to welcome the first of more than 110 cruise ships.17 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellGovernment puts options on the table for mega ferry blowoutOPINION: A previous cost escalation for the Interislander project was as large as $1b.10 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuŌhiwa Harbour cruise gives oyster lovers the compete experienceTio Ōhiwa aims to showcase natural beauty of region, and provide jobs.09 Oct 07:14 PM
New ZealandThe world is his oyster - what it takes to be a young kaitiakiNoah Edwards was recently the recipient of NRC's Youth Environmental Leader Award.08 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction‘Disgusted’: Two-and-a-half-year Waiheke protest camp draws fireAuckland Council says it is taking enforcement action against the Pūtuki Bay camp.05 Oct 03:47 AM
New ZealandGovernment announces six new South Island marine reservesThe new reserves will increase protection around the mainland.05 Oct 03:41 AM
New ZealandHopes for speedy recovery for turtle missing flipperA rare black sea turtle with only three flippers has washed up on a Northland beach.25 Sep 04:59 AM
TravelOne dead as cruise ship comes to aid of NZ yacht in distressNew Zealand-flagged sailing ship Second Life sent a distress call at 7pm on Sunday night.25 Sep 03:15 AM
New ZealandWhangārei's lengthy and impressive maritime history to feature in new festivalThe Whangārei Maritime Festival is set to showcase city's extensive marine history.24 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDire Strait: Decision delayed on mega ferry terminal cost blow-outMinisters won't say whether the issue will be resolved before the upcoming election.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSuper-spreading scourge to be sucked from seabed in new trialOfficials will use suction dredging against the high-risk seaweed in new Aotea trials.13 Sep 06:00 AM
Crime'Slack practice': Fisher trawled in zone protecting threatened dolphinsWarrick Harris 'should have known better' when he trawled in the prohibited zone 19 times.08 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Upsetting and horrific’: Young sea lion shot and killedDoC investigating attack on female sea lion in "nationally vulnerable" population.07 Sep 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsHow much dropping its 's' will cost Port of Auckland in rebrandingPort of Tauranga has also unveiled its first new-look brand in 25 years.07 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Magnificent creature': Dead whale washes up on Auckland beachAn estimated 30-40 people from surrounding houses and suburbs have come down to see it.02 Sep 04:20 AM
New ZealandTiny boatshed attracts big attentionInterest in the 24sq m property has been off the scale.29 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuCoastal marae hit with potentially devastating climate change problemsSeveral marae face the difficult prospect of having to move.29 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsAuckland port automation project shambles spawns a big new costPort aims to get conversion of new - now redundant - machinery under way soon.27 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Kapa haka, ferry ramp upgrade and not guilty pleaNews snippets from the Far North.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandInterislander advertises communications job with crisis management experienceDire Strait: Another five sailings were cancelled after a wave damaged a ferry's door.22 Aug 03:29 AM
New ZealandInterislander ferry damaged by large wave, sailings cancelledPassengers are being warned to expect more rough weather today.22 Aug 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'What the hell?' Ferry suspensions raise fresh fears around housing development'You can’t keep allowing mindless infill into areas that can’t handle it.'20 Aug 05:00 PM