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Trawler survivors out of hospital

Stranded pilot whales refloated

Eleven pilot whales have been successfully transported and refloated at Matai Bay after a mass stranding on Karikari Beach near Kaitaia yesterday.

Reserve boundaries catch fishers unawares

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Locals create superyacht heli-deck

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Whale death toll rises to 44

The number of whales to have perished on Karikari beach has now reached 44 - but rescuers are trying to save 14 survivors.

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Fishing boss describes bond between trawler survivors and rescuers

Crew of the Amaltal Atlantis rubbed warmth into the bodies of the rescued fisherman and gave up their clothing to keep them warm.

Trawler tragedy devastates firm

The operator of a fishing ship is "shell-shocked" after three crew died and another three were lost, presumed dead, in waters off NZ.

Search for trawler crew stood down

The search for three men missing in the Southern Ocean has been called off, with rescuers saying their chance of survival is 'nil'.

At least three dead after trawler sinks off NZ coast

Three bodies have been found and three crew are still missing after a NZ chartered trawler sank in the Southern Ocean with 51 crew on board.

Rescuers worked desperately to save shark victim

Despite rescuers' efforts, a surfer attacked by a shark in Western Australia died after suffering a deep bite to his leg.

Toxic slugs found on east Auckland beach

The public is being advised to supervise dogs and children on Kohimarama Beach after toxic sea slugs were discovered there for the first time.

Drunk captain delays sailing

Ocean colour affects wind

Volcano collapse underlines threat of tsunami

A huge undersea volcano has dramatically reduced in size after partly collapsing more than 100 metres toward the ocean floor.

Northland man presumed drowned