New ZealandGivealittle court fight: Judge keeps frozen $30k donated after dad’s beach deathKane Watson died after he was buried under 2m of sand digging in a dune at Muriwai Beach. 08 Feb 10:25 PM
PremiumNew ZealandSand dune tragedy: Woman heard voice of lost partner during labour with his sonJasmine Cooke describes her baby boy, born after tragedy, as 'heaven sent'.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandGivealittle fight: Pregnant partner of man killed in sand dune goes to court over fundsDevoted dad died in hospital two days after a sand dune collapsed at Muriwai Beach.11 Jan 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘My final gift from you’: Grieving partner gives birth to child of sand dune tragedy victim04 Jan 11:00 PM
Auckland'Not survivable': Coroner warns of deadly risk after man's death in dune collapse10 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Kane’s buried': Pregnant partner recounts Muriwai sand dune collapse that killed young father13 Oct 08:54 PM
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New ZealandYoung father with baby on way dies in sand dune collapse at Muriwai BeachKane Watson was at the beach enjoying day out with his young family when tragedy struck.24 Aug 09:50 PM
BusinessMoney Talks: How a Christmas dinner fail nearly broke TV chef Mike Van De Elzen Chef and TV presenter Michael Van De Elzen talks money with Liam Dann.14 Aug 04:10 AM
New Zealand'Serious injuries': Cyclist airlifted to hospital after Woodhill Forest incidentEmergency services rushed to the forest's mountain bike park after a crash today.02 Aug 01:58 AM
AucklandDecapitated seals discovered at West Auckland beachInvestigators are asking the public for help after the grisly discovery at Muriwai.17 Jul 03:49 AM
Auckland'Small localised landslide': Muriwai homes evacuated as road dropsOccupants of at least two evacuated properties have been given the all-clear to return.12 Jul 02:55 AM
New ZealandProperties being evacuated after landslide at MuriwaiEmergency services are responding to a landslide in Muriwai on Auckland’s northwest coast, prompting the evacuation of several properties.Watch12 Jul 02:28 AM
New ZealandWeather warnings under scrutiny: Inquest into Auckland flood fatalitiesCoroner Erin Woolley will assess the timeliness of warnings and emergency responses.30 Jun 04:43 AM
New ZealandRates burden shifts: Muriwai's unexpected valuation surgeAbout 80 of Muriwai's 700 homes were bought out by the council.11 Jun 07:18 AM
New ZealandBody found beside burned-out car at Auckland beachPolice say they are still trying to piece together the circumstances of the death.03 Jun 12:09 AM
New Zealand‘Don’t worry mate, I’m not going to leave you’: Bravery medal for cops in Muriwai landslide tragedyThe pair stayed with dying fireman even as second landslide crashed down in the darkness.02 May 05:00 AM
CrimeMadison Chamberlain's family speak outside Waitākere District CourtMadison Chamberlain's family speak outside the Waitākere District Court after the sentencing of Jesse Hodge. Video / Dean PurcellWatch31 Mar 05:23 AM
New Zealand‘Private speedway’: Vehicles impounded, fines issued after crackdown on beach driversSeveral vehicles were impounded at Karioitahi for violating beach driving rules.30 Jan 02:09 AM
TravelBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 surf beaches – how to vote for the winnerThe results are in for NZ's top 10 surf beaches – vote for your favourite now.20 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Race to the last mussel': Muriwai residents say crowds stripping rocks bare of sealife'Anything that moves, it’s going to be in the bucket.'09 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPenguins at risk as dogs attack on Auckland’s busy Muriwai BeachLocals frustrated by dog attacks on penguins at Muriwai; calls for stricter enforcement.07 Jan 01:54 AM
New Zealand'Your last chance': Time running out for Kiwis to see once-in-80,000-year comet'It will likely be your last chance to see the brightest comet in a decade.'21 Oct 04:29 AM
New ZealandParamedic gives ‘shout out’ to unknown man who saved paraglider’s life at Muriwai BeachThe paraglider is in a serious but stable condition after an incident at Muriwai Beach.13 Sep 04:37 AM
New ZealandPerson has critical injuries after paraglider crash at Auckland's Muriwai BeachPolice are assisting other emergency services at the southern end of the beach.12 Sep 03:28 AM
New Zealand'As the sun was setting': Muriwai lifeguards rescue two stranded young girlsRescuers were able to guide the pair along the rocks to safety rather than use a jetski.02 Sep 02:33 AM
New Zealand'No means of escape': Two girls plucked from rocks in dramatic Muriwai Beach rescueThe pair were stuck on rocks as the tide rose around them, leaving them with no escape.01 Sep 08:34 AM
New Zealand'There is no way we will forgive him': Dad blasts driver on MDMA who caused daughter's deathFather of teenager killed on Muriwai beach says crash was avoidable.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The apocalypse is happening now' - residents powerless as ocean comes knockingWith the ocean just metres from their fences, residents fear losing everything.26 Jul 11:04 PM
New Zealand'We have a way to go': Firefighters’ internal review of Cyclone Gabrielle and Auck flood responseFenz has set up specialist rescue teams for severe weather events.18 Apr 06:00 PM